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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1912
Page
7
Classified ads show positions in door and appliance servicing and piano polish firms seeking agents, plus numerous rental listings for furnished and unfurnished rooms, flat suites, and houses. Also offerings for livestock, farm pasture, used autos, lost items, and sale of general goods in Corry, Pennsylvania.
Farm for sale comprising 110 acres with barn, large home, heated by furnace. Includes well, pulley system, belts, churn, and machinery. Terms negotiable to suit purchaser. Mrs. B. H. Ward opposite the Armory. For inquiries and other small ads see local listings.
Readable classified notices seek workers including capable housekeeper and kitchen helper. Positions listed at 162 Mott Street and at hotels in Corry with light work and good pay. Additional postings invite kitchen girl at St James Hotel and a second girl at Corry Hospital with material dates and locations implied.
Executor announces claims against the estate of Hatate fary M Potter and invites claimants to present them for settlement. The Jerry Pa Board of School Directors seeks sealed bids for the school supplies for the ensuing year with June 12, 1912 deadline. Bids directed to D S Rowe Secretary and a complete list of paid supplies available from L E Cross Superintendent at the office.
Reports from Havana on May 1 describe attacks on the Spanish American Iron Company plant near Dalquiri and at Dalquil, showing Cuban authorities unable to protect American property. Journalists criticize delays in sending Cuban troops and warn of possible U S intervention to safeguard interests.
Reports from Kamlamana describe widespread unrest as colored troops move through towns. Military units prepare for action in open country while civilians face scarce clothing and harsh weather conditions.
The Senate passed the Underwood bill revising the Payne tariff metal schedule by a 45 to 22 vote. The measure, largely unamended, includes a Wednesday repeal of the Canadian reciprocity law and sets a general 42 a ton on print paper. The action signals broader tariff reform moves toward Taft’s White House.
Memorial services were held at Emmavuel Church with G A R and W B C participants marching to the church where Rev Sharpley delivered an address. The choir performed and Old Glory adorned the pews as members thanked the post for the service and apologized for public mention of an error.
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