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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1919
Page
6
Baeder’s Restaurant highlights Fralinger’s Original Salt Water Taffy as a beloved local treat revived for diners. The display spotlights classic flavors and ties to seaside nostalgia, drawing both longtime patrons and visitors seeking a taste of Atlantic City confectionery history.
The Desolate situation in a local case draws attention as three children aged 0 to 9, allegedly deserted by their mother and mistreated by guardians, are taken into custody by Chief Frank and officials. The two older boys endured exposure and sleeping in a poultry house until authorities intervened. the family is to appear in court next week as officials seek placement in an institution.
Fragmentary notes describe a dubious gathering in a lodge parlors and a planned duel at a Presbyterian church. Mentions of a Belgian cullat and shipment panic point to disorganized activities and uncertain plans amid garbled names and places.
A garbled 19th century style exchange cites Julia missing school, mismatched shoes half-sold yesterday, and a shoe maker in Corry at 117% North Con?or Street next to Dr Kibler’s office. It notes a plan and a local figure described as the best shoe maker in town.
The article lists numerous residents and visitors arriving home or traveling, including Ming Ei Haight Toft, Hazel Morrell, Loon Watton, Arthur Ghiristle, and others. It notes trips to Bradford, Warren, Jamestown, Titusville, and Meadeville, plus church and convention mentions and a house fire with damage and probable cause.
Harold Lockwood presents The Great Romance at the Urand Weil venue tonight with sportal attraction. Shows run at 1:00 and 6:10.
An advertisement proclaims a new chemical called P. D. Q. promising to kill bed bugs. It touts safety for clothing and springs though it contains garbled text and dubious claims about preventing biting and offering vast quantities with a patent feature.
An advertisement touts Howard's Buttermilk Cream as softening clear pliable skin. It claims the product vanishes from eight and does not leave the slightest greasiness or odor. The ad guarantees satisfaction with a refund if not pleased and notes availability at drug or toilet goods counters.
The feature is Tig Great Romance staring Harold Lockwood shown at the front tonight and tomorrow. Lockwood gains a grown opportunity at Bleavroon and plays a Gromt role with a vibrant cast including Vining and Bon cmtie. A Pathe production offers impressive motion photography and a baseball theme appears in the sequence.
A garbled list of sale items and notices includes a brood sow, a flat for rent at 380 King St, references to grain driers and various goods described as near-new or in need of repair. Also mentions general house work and assorted vendors, with several unreadable names and locations.
A social gathering at Mrs John J Marlin's home invites all mortals and their friends from 2 50 to 6 00. The Pleat Prophetic Church Missionary Society plans a meeting tomorrow with Mrs Ailie Way onan Wet Smit atriot. Miss Maury Elizabeth, daughter of Nevin Beulntirk, weds George M Kinley with Rev N G Travey officiating. Lavoptik eye remedy offered to celebrate weddings and social goodwill. A concert by Madame GalliCurei is planned at Hasden Halls this weekend. Volunteers welcome at Red Cross rooms.
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