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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1913
Page
5
May 11 Olea Sugar? Aged farmer Honey W. Rowe was struck and killed by Pennsylvania Train No 44 near Portville. The collision occurred around 4:80, tossing him from the truck. The body sustained severe injuries as the engine struck the man near the track.
Warren May 11 a Killeville resident, Mr Tevinn Irvine, died after a gradual petrification process believed to have begun months earlier. He was born in the area and was longtime known for his friendly nature and prominent standing near Kallottville. The death occurred at the home of his daughter in Bucky Mills.
A relocation is planned for the Lia laundry as it moves from Mulberrn Bids to 109 First Main Street Payne Block on the upcoming Monday. Center Street is noted in the transition and dates indicate the move occurs next week.
A disturbing incident near Warren arose when a group gathered at the depot as a Erie bound train arrived. A young Erie worker, said to have been subjected to a prank, became violently agitated after an automobile pamphlet allegedly affected him. He required restraint for three minutes on the way to Warren. No prosecutions have been reported yet.
An old advertisement touts Ban Cura Ointment as curing or quickly healing many ailments including sores piles burns and scalds. It mentions testimonials and various dosages while listing the Thompson Medical Company as distributor and promising rapid extraction of poison and pus without leaving scars.
Frank Harold Henwood began a second trial on charges of murdering Copeland and in the May 1911 Brick Palace Hotel incident that also involved Vonphul. The sensational case drew national attention over Mrs. John W. Springer and a torn portrait, with Henwood claiming innocence and seeking to prove he did not murder Vonphul.
John Nicholson Anhut an attorney stands trial in New York before Judge Seabury on bribery charges tied to the effort to free Harry K Thaw from Matteawan Asylum. The case centers on a linked scandal involving the prison board and officials including Gov Silber.
Governor Tener approved a strict cigarette measure barring sale or gift to anyone under 24 with fines of 100 to 500 dollars for violations. Minors found with cigarettes face misdemeanor charges and possible fines or jail time. The act also includes a divorce provision allowing Pennsylvania cases to be heard locally and bans certain game and wildlife practices.
Washington May 11 The House passed a bill to create a new district judgeship in the Eastern District of Pennsylvania to aid an incapacitated judge. Lauder Munn sought to require the president to publicly endorse candidates. the amendment passed 180 to 84 as Democrats split.
A vintage ad touts Putnam's Corn Extractor as a painless remedy that removes corns by painting on. It claims the product eliminates pain and draws the corn from the core, calling it a neat clean job sold by druggists and Thomas Downey for 75 cents.
Jamestown High School boys routed Franklin in a cold wind driven meet, winning 2686 to 13. Franklin failed to win a first place, taking two seconds, a tie for second, and five thirds while JH scored high with Leslie Clark and Meyer Gokey among top scorers.
Sensational Jamestown street car strike developments yesterday included attempts by striking taljans to rally Jamestown Shale Paying block workers to join the strike. Police arrested Arthur Nutter, a North Side car conductor, on a charge of assaulting thirteen year old Elmer Lee after the boy allegedly called him a geah. Nutter claims the boy provoked the assault. The court reportedly holds a $300 cash bond furnished by Jamestown Shale Paying block manager Maltby.
Washington May 3 The Postmaster General signed an order making penny postal cards green in color a practice already used in many foreign countries The change aims to standardize and modernize U S mail communications across agencies and regions.
Peninsular Paints acquires or licenses operations involving The Wales Hardware Co. Ltd in Corry Pennsylvania, signaling a regional business consolidation or partnership. Corporate maneuver appears focused on distribution within Corry and surrounding markets.
Governor Tenny will act this week on several controversial measures including regulation of cold storage warehouses and school Bible reading. The article notes legislative action on utilities, liquor licensing, minor public amusements, and municipal government reforms with debates anticipated in both House and Senate.
The only licensed physicians in Cory, Drs. Gresuloe and osteopaths, provide spinal care with limited hours. Appointments available 9 to 11:20 a.m. and 2 to 6 p.m. Additional details and room location given, hours vary.
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