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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1918
Page
3
Readable text highlights old fashioned remedies now sold in modern drug stores. It mentions strandminner remedies and root and herb preparations, including US author Ladin MH. Pinichim's Vogo- Hwhle Compound touted as a standard feminine “cure” for female suffering, reflecting historical medicinal advertising.
For sale in Corry Pa. hardy plants including hedge stock Norway aprive and everbearing strawberry varieties. Also amateur grafted bare root trees and raspberry plants. Contact Leon Moore Corry Pa. Both phones Carter Han and Rawle Miia.
A thrift promotion urges readers to buy savings certificates for Sammie’s benefit, highlighting the push to maximize purchases. The campaign emphasizes generous offers and broad community support to boost funds and thrift usage.
Mondville May 1 Brederma OUIE records show six Kinney siblings enlisted in the war effort from one family. Of seven children, five sons are serving. Alfred at Camp Hood. Frank and Christy stationed abroad. Raymond works at Uncle Sam’s gun works. Miss M. Kinney serves as stenographer in Washington. One daughter remains at home awaiting orders.
A fragmented OCR item mentions buying something for humanity with cryptic symbols and stray characters. The readable content is minimal and omits clear names, places, dates, or concrete actions. The record preserves the obscure wartime appeal tone without sensational detail.
Local notes recount visits by Chhumbut, Bilton Allen, and families from Warren to Bear Lake, Clinton and Corry. Residents attend gatherings, moves to new homes, camp plans, and family visits across towns with several improvements and community events noted.
New York on May 1 Carl Radiger also known as Carl Schremder a former German naval officer and alleged paymaster of German agents in the Americas was arrested and fined 17 000 dollars The case involves funds alleged to be payments for espionage in Britain and Chile connected to the Hine commandery The alleged conspirator and several others are named with details of the money and alleged disguises used by the group
Mareisburg May 1 Governor Brumbaugh issued a proclamation designating May 17 as Statewide Music Day. The document calls for a public program by the Board of Public Instruction inviting school children to sing songs and hymns by Pennsylvanians or music composed in the state, with a closing public display of singing to promote knowledge love of local songs and patriotism.
Warren May 1 reports show a quiet town as saloons closed for the night and few arrests for intoxication occurred. Many patrons secured drinks before closure, with signs offering pints and brandy. Several establishments depleted whiskey supplies, and the town began a transition period under liquor restrictions.
The millinery firm borstotore ex isting as Colegrove and Stewart ends by mutual consent with Mrs Charles Stewart retiring. Accounts due are paid to Mrs L W Colegrove who continues the business as Coltrave and Stewart.
Notice states that the seller remains at Columbus avenue and advertises high prices for togs rubbers iron and metal and second hand bags. Claims no peddlers employed and requests calls before sailing. Contact L G Bustman Bell phone 134J 4-13¢¢.
Wilkes-Barre Pa May 1 A mine cave-in caused destruction to several buildings in the city. Reports indicate workers were trapped and one engine hoist operator killed during final digging. Residents seek safety assessments as aftershocks prompted ongoing fear of further collapse.
Liquor agents and a number of dealers were sentenced for charges connected with illicit liquor operations. The court ordered the principal figures to pay fines of 1500 dollars while remaining agents and solicitors received four months imprisonment and 500 dollar fines.
Vintage advertisement proclaims Get-It corn remover by Lawrence & Co of Chicago. Claims painless, rapid corn removal with two drops, leaving skin smooth. Promotes easy wear and guaranteed money back, sold in Corry and recommended by local merchants.
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