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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 09, 1917
Page
4
An advertisement lists hosiery and underwear specials for all ages. Cotton hose 10 to 50 cents per pair. Wool hose 35 to 75 cents. Silk hose 75 cents to 2 dollars. Cotton underwear 25 cents to 2 dollars. Wool underwear 35 cents to 3 dollars. Silk and wool options for children and ladies also offered.
An interesting selection of correct late models. All practical, yet decidedly smart designs in all sizes.
Coats Silk Messalines and Serges in distinctive styles. Afternoon Street and Evening Dresses in up to date colorings in Bronceloths. Special $20.00 up $10.00 up The style beauty and excellence of material shown make exceptional values. New models for Ladies Misses and Children $5.00 up.
A local ad touts voiles and batistes trimmed with embroidery in all sizes from $1 to $5, silk waists from $3, georgette crepe waists from $5 to $10, corsets for ladies and misses in all sizes from 50 cents to $3, including Perris and Kabo corsets, plus American Lady corset models in various bust sizes.
An ad touts Gingerole as a rapid remedy for cold chest congestion and sore throat. Claims include instant relief, reduced rheumatic pains, and relief of swollen joints, with a refund if not effective. Mentions price and pharmacist availability.
Miss Alti Tonae reunites with kin near Baker Hill while Walter DeSeanie guest of honor in Sherman. Week sees visits by Mr Vornie Tilgetis and others, Welfare event at Mrs Me Santhure’s home, about 60 friends gathered for entertainment. Mrs Crosty hosted a gathering, plenty of dancing and cards. Victories and travel noted among local families. Mrs Howell’s funeral prompts travel from Sherman. Alton Mead’s family story and health updates amid social mix.
A Rex Theatre season runs all next week featuring popular private music comedy acts. The listings emphasize lively performances with musical skits and comedic routines aimed at broad audiences.
A fragmentary news item reports a poisoning death involving a husband aged about 60. His wife Bucie was named in accounts, with local physicians consulted after a suspected attempt to end his life. The text references inquiries and a coroner or medical examination, with the death occurring several weeks prior.
An advertisement extols a cheap lemon lotion claiming to whiten and beautify skin. It suggests lemon juice as a primary ingredient and promises softening and smoothing effects for hands, arms, and rough skin, noting use of fresh lemon and simple preparation methods.
An old advertisement touts Thompson's Kidney Tablets claiming to purify the blood, reduce symptoms in days, and prevent kidney trouble. It urges immediate purchase, promises guaranteed relief, and asks readers to mail 60 cents to Thompson Medical Co for delivery.
An advertisement touts Cassarets as a remedy for cold symptoms and indigestion. It claims the pills cleanse the stomach, clear the head, and regulate the liver and bowels overnight, with a one cent box available from druggists. The copy emphasizes quick action and a clear head by morning.
Fragmentary OCR notes hint at a show or entertainment item with phrases like made millions laugh and happy family, mentioning a performer or program. Limited readable details prevent full reconstruction of date, place, or participants.
The Erie railroad introduces a hospital car described as first in the field again with standard equipment. Designed by an expert from New York, it will be used to transport patients and provide medical care aboard rail. The car seats 28 patients with regular hospital equipment and space for doctors and nurses.
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