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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1927
Page
8
State Highway Patrol campaign urges motorists to inspect headlights under new rules. Messages explain proper bulb power and headlamp tilt to improve visibility and safety. A card lists 45 legal headlamp devices for cars and 7 for motorcycles.
Funeral services for George Rieker were held Wednesday morning at 8 90 at his aunt Mrs Catherine Weber’s home on South Pointer Street and at St Elizabeth's Church. Revo V7 Reiser led a requiem mass with relatives and friends present. After the church rites, the body was escorted to St Elizabeth's Cemetery for interment. Bearers included CLR Franz JL Spiesmas J Freno Hugh Clark Daniel Delby Sr and M J Farrell. Matty Ricker of Fayette City and John Ricker of Bell Vernon attended.
An old advertisement touts a hemorrhoid treatment called HEM-ROID by Dr. Leonhardt. It argues that internal medicine and topical applications fail, cites poor circulation and stagnation as causes, and promises rapid, lasting relief with a guarantee. NF. Ames & Co. promotes the package for quick benefits.
Official figures released today by county commissioners show a total valuation of about 115.786 million dollars, with a rise of roughly 13 thousand dollars from last year. The triennial assessment will occur in fall and is expected to push the total above the 40 million tax-valuation mark.
Coast Guard seized a liquor shipment valued at about $50,000 near Sandwich Massachusetts after intercepting a ram-raid operation. The suspects fled before arrests could be made, abandoning their cargo and fleeing to a speed boat offshore.
Mrs Elijah Bron of Wesleyville reports three bottles of Redwood s Tepee Tonic improved sluggish kidneys and back pain. She claims her blood cleared and her back pain ceased after the course. The tonic is sold by druggists and appears widely recommended.
The Journal reports Nell Hylfast, 16, disappeared from East Wayne Street after Saturday. Mother describes clothing as light trousers, orange sweater, weight about 120 pounds. Police seek any information on the boy’s whereabouts and possible destination.
A gas meter leak caused a blast that leveled part of a two story brick building in Dallas, killing six and injuring more than forty as firefighters battled a blaze. At least thirty-five men were on the second floor attending a lodge meeting when the explosion occurred.
Nickel Plate stock rose sharply today in New York trading, leaping about 17 percent to near record levels on the market. Buying was driven by expectations that most shares of the new Chesapeake corporation would be distributed to Nickel Plate holders.
By United Press New York Nay 12 The antics of Charlie Chaplin on the witness stand and his defenses against a 50000 dollar suit amused spectators. The jury reportedly stood 120 to 2 in reviewing the case before the judge. The suit centers on Chaplin’s popular film Shoulder Arms and the alleged theft of his scenarios. Nathan Burin moved for dismissal and the judge took the motion under advisement.
May 14 The Prince of Wales and his brother Prince George returned from a visit to the Spanish royal family in Spain. The Spanish ambassador and other prominent persons welcomed the brothers at the station.
A community gathering described as a social event at a Fort Wayne home featured a Ladies Auxiliary and auxiliary committee members. A bake sale was planned for Saturday May 1st at the ML Weels store with committees named for Pappy Day.
An old advertisement promises health gains from Liver Oil and Vitamins, urging mothers to try the McCoy’s Liver Compound for 30 days. It claims a druggist will refund the purchase if results are not good and warns against substitutions, urging demand for genuine McCoy’s tablets at 60 cents.
Fragmentary OCR text references Chicago Detroit and a performance involving Handel and an orchestra. Mentions Taxicab Caruso Saul Silverman Monta and years 18 25, but details are garbled. No coherent event or lineup can be determined from readable parts.
A tastful Wom writes to a parent medicine scene about a breakthrough in aid for a baby. The note implies successful handling of a difficult condition and includes a blessing for the child’s health.
Former Oil City resident Miya anapyeN A, age unknown, was fatally injured in Akron after a fall near 1007 Bie alts Ave. Police say the man, identified as ARIE Bite They sk Merce dae Pritt, was found at the scene and transported to the hospital where he later died. Witnesses and local mourners recalled his long tenure in the community and his involvement in local activities.
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