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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 08, 1937
Page
3
A collage of notes from the region reports storms and forecasts this morning. Board of Foundation meeting and cemetery group sessions are planned for this evening.
Deep Shale sewer project faces slow progress with rock shale delays. Work runs between Main and Mill trees to a depth of over twenty feet, moving south to South and west to the fire station alley, then along Pleasant and Spring streets toward intake. Pipe materials and storage occupy the vacant lot north of the M. B. church as crews await better access.
Mrs. Frank Brooks of North Center street reports her 12 year old nephew Billy Rall suffered multiple skull fractures after darting into traffic near Vincennes. He was treated at Good Samaritan hospital and listed as seriously hurt but improving with recovery expected, barring complications. Sheriff John T. Sutherlin transported him to the hospital.
Corry Grange held a large session Saturday in the Horn block, serving Harvest dinner to about 150 members and guests. The program featured songs and recitations, a discussion on agricultural inventions, and remarks by officers of other Granges. Officers for next year will be elected. membership drive noted. Card of thanks for kindness during Edward Bioss’s illness and death.
A sacred concert at Unity Church on Thursday evening November 12 invites the public. Guest soloists include Percival LeSueur and Miss Grave Torrence. The program features Mascagni prayers, pieces by Kreisler Chopin Schubert Brahms and other works with organ numbers and new vocal selections. Local talent Hammond electric organ will also perform.
The section reports a search for Theodore A Carlson aged 44, of 406 Wayne Street, missing since Thursday afternoon. He is described as about 5 foot 11 inches, 200 pounds, with a right arm, wearing gray overcoat, brown hat, and dark rimmed glasses. A police bulletin described his appearance and clothing.
Funeral services were conducted for Mrs. Mank Savko at St Mary's Greek Orthodox Church in Columbus with Rev Nestor Rakovsky officiating. Interment followed in St Mary's Cemetery with bearers listed and a prayer service held at her late residence.
Corry Center street resident is named sole heir to the estate of Harry Mooney, a police sergeant killed ten days ago in the Liverly yards at Ol City. Probate in Franklin County Court designates the Corry woman, a friend of the deceased, as the only beneficiary. estate value estimated between 8400 and 1000.
A new fire pumper arrived for Oil City with a 200 foot hose line and heavy equipment. The unit includes a 400 gallon tank, four horses, siren, searchlight, chemical tanks, and power motor. The department claims the woolen pump is durable and will enhance response times.
A historic note describes the British Museum receiving about 180,000 books annually from England Scotland and the Irish Free State. The text hints shelves expanding to accommodate the growing collection as publishers continue transfers.
Scientists note some animals possess a third eyelid for added protection. The feature may shield the eye from debris and injury in harsh habitats. Further study is planned to understand its evolution and function across species.
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