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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1916
Page
5
An old style advertisement urges readers to open a bank account to avoid debt and poverty. It promotes interest bearing certificates of deposit from one dollar up and lists Comey Bank along with local officials as promoters in Comians Nation at Bank, Comey, PA.
Local residents report a flurry of visits and arrivals including Mrs Hewhe Pottit in Frio for a day, CG M Cowen Teaves in New York for two weeks on business, O H Whotaon from Olean after a long trip, and many family gatherings. Howard Hold ing heads to Toronto, Miay Gottoe returns from York, and Mrs Sophia Pearce of North Sanitorr faces health concerns as public schools plan summer sessions.
Review hints at a distinctive production titled Love's Crucible and a west coast option called the Amuont. It mentions war themes, a dramatic power, and a point of view comparison with other works. A comedy roul is also referenced as part of the program.
The Corry High School team competed at Meadville for the interscholastic meet with Darling breaking the Allegheny truck record in the 440 yard dash with a 15 second time. Lyle Clough placed fourth in the hundred yard dash. Mondyville and G pointe led the nearby events as the meet featured strong showings from local athletes.
A German airship badly damaged and sailing toward the sea was set on fire near Denmark after a Danish ship fired on it. The airship disappeared amid reports it may have been destroyed by pursuing destroyers.
Local fans watched Carman Hill pitch for the Pirates while Miller followed. The Pirates defeated Eko eight to two. An outfield collision between Carey and Schmidt sent both to the hospital, injuring them.
Corry residents praise a simple buckthorn bark based mixture called Adlerttea touted as the most thorough bowel cleanser.claiming it relieves constipation and stomach issues within a minute and is used even for appendicitis according to local druggist Thomas Downey.
Bargains at Perkins through the week feature canned goods and staples. Listings include 86 cents for five cans of tomatoes and pumpkin, with assorted corn and salmon offerings and other labeled prices, under Byron Parkins in city bulletin dated July 20.
Corry wins the game at Titusville breaking a long defeat streak. Granda walks home on a hit, Corry builds a late lead, but Titusville answers in the third inning. final score sees Corry ahead as the crowd cheers.
John W Hines aged about 81 years died Sunday after a sudden illness at his York street home. He is survived by his mother Mrs P Hines two brothers and four sisters. Funeral services will be held Monday at 9 o clock from St Thomas church with interment at St Thomas cemetery.
The program lists the Band and Go organization presenting Wednesday evening events at the State Armory. Acts include overture by Joy, dances, a hunting scene, polkas, and a Star Spangled Banner finale. Names appear uncertain due to OCR errors but indicate a varied concert lineup.
The monthly school report issued by Supt. Wilson shows total enrollment 1887 and attendance 96 percent with 117 tardies. Parents and board members made 106 visits. high school had 70 of 11 percent tardiness. Hatch Building posted the best attendance at 93.9 percent.
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