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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Mar 31, 1911

Page

2

State Police Pay Clash in Budget Battles

The article rails at political interference in law enforcement funding, accusing a Boss-led Seculature of pushing payroll hikes and new positions. It blames Superintendent Croome and subordinates for poor treatment by Penrose's legislature. It notes Hare Habore’s measures funding Hirle Academy and a proposed county Industrial school.

Ethioligio Sprce Croome Penrose Tas Neen Hirle Academy

Jamestown Vocation Bureau Established

A Jamestown New York Vocational Bureau has been established to help young men and women select careers and secure job positions. Professor Pletcher notes successful operations in several American cities and calls vocational guidance increasingly necessary amid America’s diverse opportunities for youth.

Jamestown N.Y Pletcher Jamestown Leh America

Falconer Urges Tough Sanitation Standards

March 20 the Board of Health vowed to make Falconer a model village for sanitation. Trustees were empowered to press police cooperation with the Health Board, leading to orders to arrest anyone dumping garbage outside the municipal dump and other similar enforcement steps.

Falconer Board of Health Health Board

Last Night's Meeting at Meth Eilst Church

A large congregation heard Evangelist Davidson's haunting sermon on Heaven followed by Mr Lamb’s moving rendition of Reckoning Hand. After the service opportunities drew many to the Inquirer's class as Mr Davidson presented for tonight The Blind Man Healed.

Metheilst Church Mvangelist Davidson Heaven Lamb Inquirer Daridnon

One More Week To Order Custom Hunter Sult Attire

A fragmentary ad urges readers to place orders for tailored Hunter sult garments. It promises personalized measurement services and low pricing, attributed to A. F. Measenger and Joo. The copy is incomplete but indicates a limited time for ordering.

A. F. Measenger & Joo

Maccabee District Convention Excites Local Delegates

The Dintrier convention of Knights of the Maccabees met in this city Thursday afternoon and evening with large attendance. Nearly 400 members in Corry Tent No. 16, the district’s biggest, filled the hall as delegates registered. A banquet thrilled attendees, while work on decrees and degree rites drew praise for efficiency. Delegates listed include Leslie Worth, T. A. Cogswell, J. North, J. Leonard, and W. Blaney among others. A. L. Dyckes was elected delegate to the Great Tent convention in Pittsburgh on June 6.

Knights of the ‘Maccabess Maccabee Hall Maccabees Maindy Tre Laughta Corry A. L. Dyckes Pottshire Leslie J. Worth Erle Charen A Clirk Russell T. A. Cogswell Warrei TB. MoCleskey Tidbute L. A. Cramer Riesell J.J. Leonard Girand J. P. Morley Sheffield J. I North G. C. Hartley Pairview A. Litto J. Spensier JO. Stokes

Slaughter of Dogs Reignites Public Outrage in Corry

Citizens rally over continued dog killings attributed to a poisoner. Reports describe dead dogs found near residences of J. R. Calkin and J. C. Davis, with a letter signed by “country of 10” implicating police in inaction. Police face pressure to investigate strychnine purchases and identify the culprit amid fear and anger.

Richard Dawson Wao J. R. Calkin J. C. Davis Washington Street Lbs Te Police Department Mall Cartle Ciizens Corrythers

Elks Plan Ornamental Building For Corry City

The Elks lodge advances a two story brick building on North Center street with a 46 by 88 foot footprint and a six to seven foot raised basement. Colonial design with Devonshire brick and a grand portico will host bowling, gym, kitchen, parlors, billiards, and a 58 by 24 foot lodge hall. Plans by A P Mount & Son await building committee approval and contractor bids.

Corry North Center Street A. PL Mount & Son

Neighbors Rally to Defend Cornwall in Campbell Case

Orangeville March 30 George Cornwall who stabbed Walter Campbell ten days ago has public sympathy as citizens plan to testify Cornwall claimed he acted after threats to tear his domestic peace apart. Campbell is recovering, no complications feared. blood poisoning not developing.

Orangeville George Cornwall Walter Campbell Campbell Cornwall

Old Oil Town Denies Five Hotel Licensees

Parker, Pa March 30 Judge W. D. Fatlon ruled on five hotel license applications from this town this morning. All applicants were denied. The licensees expire tomorrow.

Parker, Pa W. D. Fatlon Hoensen

Many Horsemen Apply for Stall Space at Corry Track

Morgaridga of the Dily ing Park Association reports a flood of stall room applications for the Corry track thin season. Nat Crfat, a noted Meadville horseman, seeks space with his stable of Devon horses and will arrive next Tuesday to begin training as improved weather returns. Mr. Orlet, once a Corry patron, has been absent for years and may be welcomed back.

Morgaridga Dilying Park Association Corry Track Indicationa

Erie Man Dies After Drinking Carbolic Acid

An 85 year old Woolen mill worker, J B Hall of Jamestown, drank carbolic weld contents in a bar rear at the New Commercial Hotel near 12th and State streets. He sent a farewell postal card to his wife and died at Hamot hospital after an attempt to recover consciousness. He referenced a Thaw White murder in a morose mood before his collapse.

Hayling J. B. Hall Evie Ashtabula New Commercial Hotel 12Th and State Streets Hamot Hospital Stanford White Hi Bar Henry Gottman Bat Harry Thaw Hall Jamestown Gottman Jou Angeles Gal

Oil City Man Pleads Guilty to Embezzlement Charge

Ferdinand P. Kay of Oil City pleaded guilty to embezzlement of more than $900 from the school district. Alderman Henry McCready set bail at $1,000. Kay could be jailed this morning under the new law allowing immediate appearance without trial.

O8 City Werdinand P. Kay Cornpinnter Henry McCready Second Ward James Murray McCready Kay

Worker Hurt in Plant Fall at Erle Porte Company

An Erle Porte Company employee named Bly Druntassie was injured Saturday afternoon after being thrown to the floor in the plant. He suffered a suspected forearm fracture and was taken to St Vincent's Hospital, where he is recovering with minor injuries reported by witnesses.

Signs of Spring Thee Wagon Business In Corry

Signage notes Corry Tes Co wagons in town, highlighting market use and storage cooler efficiency. Claims metal and design reduce drain clogs, improve cooling, and lower overall costs.

Corry Tes Co

Lyric Matinee Show At Lyric Tomorrow

A brief Lyric matinee schedules a big special event at Lyric for tomorrow hour and a Baltic show with a performance by MBL act.

Lyric Morrow

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Maccabee Dist. Convention ELKS A. P. Mount” & Son Old Oil Town Parker Erie B. Hall J.B. Hall Bigelow Street J.B Oil City Sam Jacobson & Company ONE Price Clothiers Lehigh Valley Coal The Alden-Ragon Coal Co., Ltd Mr. Builder Mover Thane Hxtaren Funt Barlow Hardware Co Motley
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