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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1918
Page
4
A scanned advertisement suggests treating catarrhal deafness with a home remedy: dissolve 164 parts hot water with granulated sugar and two tablespoons of a product named Parmint to clear head noises. The ad claims quick relief and easy preparation, urging those with catarrhal deafness to try the mixture. It credits Ames & Co. for the distribution.
Local society items report travel, visits, and family events. Individuals including L Morrowett, Tina Sorting, Ted Keoro, Mrs Miles, Mira, John, Judge Thomas J Pryer, H W Alverson, Viola Fry, George Sackett, Miss Em A Melds, FW Murray, Rev Towph By Brook, Mrs W G Powell, Minx Wave Howat, John Gaffney, Eddy Allen, Lyle Van Vieck, and others are listed with recent movements, funerals, and greetings in Warren, Meadville, Erie, and nearby towns.
The Spring Stocks present a full selection of Voiles in chalice and plaid, plain colors, and stripes at 35 to 50 cents per yard. Dress Ginghams, Percales, and Mercerized Poplins in new Spring colors, plus Shantung Silks and Genuine Japanese goods ideal for Summer outfits. Foulard Silks, Taffeta Silks, Messelaines, and Wash Silks offered in broad color ranges and patterns with ready-made patterns and special widths and prices.
Advertisement listing ladies stocki ngs in tan and black with drop stitch, embroidered and lace pairs, odd sizes in black and white stockings, infants black cotton stockings, men's summer underwear lines with Balbriggan and ribbed options, and shirts and drawers priced at 50 cents each. Prices shown include 25¢ per pair for certain items and 39¢ per pair for mercerized stockings.
Wednesday events include the Althlu Society gathering at the Finest, Red Cross drives in progress, and pledges requested. Red Cross work nights feature guest speakers and charity work with Mrs Desmond hosting Thursday. A wedding unites the Brenisky and Michiels families, with plans for a trip and future at home announcements.
Wire service report from Logan Bryan notes mixed activity across copper, electric, and metal shares. Trading closes with Ula Copper, Nevada Consol and Willys Overland among notable movers, while several minor issues reflect cautious sentiment in western markets.
Fragmentary text describes Joyous Mae Marsh at an event titled Anvisel Lonight in Golivyn. Reads like a garbled loosely connected note with uncertain names. The readable portion centers on a performer and a location with dates unclear.
An obscure report describes Corry Puople and Autony Wid, with a mother unable to assist. The fragment mentions a person named Wick Hwe Lrouble and a Wohetide event tied to Laevepitie in a food context. Names and places are garbled but imply a surprising outcome connected to a wash or food item.
The meeting minutes note approval of the prior session. The Civilian Relief Committee reports progress in Corry with patriotic memberships and donations totaling 144 dollars to the committee. Members and donors include Joby T Molinavs 660 and Rev Ite Poulke. Dr Crawford, Allegheny Cottage president, is invited to speak May 20th. The chapter thanks Corry manufacturers for packing boxes and donor gifts. Public invited to aid the Red Cross and attend ARC events in Corry.
A chaotic disturbance involving a Gypsy gang led to arrests after a town event. Police say a group gathered and caused a scene, with four persons detained and minors present. Officials plan investigations and note earlier threats against local residents.
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