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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1911
Page
5
Advertisement notes a safe piano polish named Wonder for piano, automobile, and furniture care. Claims origin with C. H. Henderson Piano Co. at 16 N Center St.
Humbert mills workers learn the Tin Plate mill will close after May 20 and idle operation will persist with about 50,000 in pay for nine months. Announced also that Sockdale works will operate at half time after Saturday.
Geo W Mor ris offers the Standard Princess Hygienio Central needle sewing machine with a booklet and 10 percent discount on all office sales. Several other makes are available at 150 N Center Street.
A peanut roast fire at the Myoxtory Hout factory owned by Baln & Co in Bultolle Virginia caused over 200000 pounds of peanuts to burn and left about 160000 dollars in insured property damage. The blaze started shortly after 1 PM and threatened nearby facilities including Gwoltney Binkley Peenie company while the total value of the crop loss nears 270000 dollars.
Princess Victoria Toilse and Princess Mary tour the Tower and its 40 000 rifle armory. A Kaiser’s daughter quips to the German invasion as they tour the historic site. Fire destroys a Stroudsburg Montrose hotel.
Cohen's Shoe Store offers a large spring selection with ten new styles for women. Shoes range from 1.50 to 4.00 and feature durability and style with a guarantee of satisfaction.
Advertises latest styles and quality leather for children shoes. Patent leather and gum metal pumps with one two and three straps priced at $1 30 and $2. Patent leather and gum metal oxfords offered from $1 to $2.
A well known society figure claims a new double strength preparation from C. C. Babbitt & Son cleared freckles and improved complexion overnight. The product Ethine or ether compound is said to fade freckles completely by morning with an ounce lasting for severe cases, backed by a money back guarantee if it fails.
Pennsylvania lawmakers vote 168 to 1 to require Bible reading in public schools. Representative William Ward Jr led the bill's passage with support from Johnston Spear Feriewson and Stein opposed by Feriewson. Delegates to the Charity Conference in Albany list Governor Di Nas appointing for the June session.
An article describes a failed marriage scheme involving Miss Thaskel Calan of Chicago who traveled to Detroit with a man linked to a wealthy family. The plan to wed for money faltered after parental opposition and a kidnapping episode that followed as they moved toward New York, Chicago, and Detroit, with a disappearance near Montpelier, Ohio.
Henry Seyfried, attorney for John J. McNamara, petitions Marion Circuit Court to review Judge Collins's jurisdiction over McNamara’s extradition to California. The suit argues improper turnover on April 22 and seeks to void the order and grant a new trial amid alleged irregularities and a wrongful conspiracy involving Los Angeles officials and Indianapolis detectives.
In Yor May 18, temperatures 89 to 90 degrees, ice harvesting continues on the Susquehanna River at Long Level. Thousands of tons of clear ice lie along the shores and on Hickory Island, while debris from the winter jam remains. Workers, including Herbert Rite and George Rules, haul ice all day to supply nearby homes.
Twenty two young women from the Eastern and Middle Western states entered the Malindh rodt convent mother house in Wilkes Barre with Bishop Hout of the Scranton diocese presiding. Novices named include Theresa Hammar Newark Emelia Frank Brooklyn Catharine Ribewald Kingston Jane Wola Kingatov.
A gale lasting 24 hours batters Jamaica's north coast with severe winds. In Kingston area banana plantations suffer extensive losses as trees are uprooted and local crops sustain damage.
Mrs Taft continues to improve and will travel to Washington at 10 this morning. She is joined by Mrs William Taft Lieutenant Jett Major Butt Dr. Byena and a trained nurse for the trip to Washington and New York.
Office hours listed for Anson C Greenlee and Sophia E Greenlee in Room 2 Ajun Building with residence 208 Maple Ava Union. Telephone 149. Appointment hours vary. includes 4 30 to 11 30 a m and 2 to 5 p m periods.
A city sale offers a vast collection of jewelry, silverware, and cut glass suitable for gifts. Proceeds will support local charities, with prices aimed to leave buyers ample funds for additional presents. The event draws enthusiasts and bargain hunters seeking quality pieces.
The Nero Kidney Pills come from the Nero Nerve Tablet makers. They claim kidney trouble symptoms are well known and neglect is dangerous. The ad guarantees no risk and promises 8 cent box pricing through local druggists.
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