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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 12, 1926
Page
3
A reader draft discusses advancing Christmas display and encouraging pre Thanksgiving shopping. It notes changes from late opening on Christmas Eve and worker strain, then highlights the rush to complete gift lists ahead of the holiday. The piece mentions Thanksgiving on November 25 and the growing practice of early shopping.
The Roumanian minister to the United States denies that Romania seeks an American loan. He suggests Queen Marie's visit could later be used to sway public opinion, while noting American investors often prefer lending abroad for perceived romance and opportunity in railways and agriculture.
An Ames & Co ad promotes Melloglo French process powder to prevent shiny noses and pore visibility. The product promises a natural skinlike complexion with a fine finish and urges readers to buy a box from the listed 10? address.
Twenty years ago Corry football routed War High School second squad at the fair grounds, 47 to 0, featuring a field goal by Downey. Also notes surveyors in Elgin, a birth on Spring Street, a baby daughter born to Mr and Mrs M I Williams, and a mysterious disappearance case ending with bodies found near Out City. A Willowdale creamery fire and a special Erie train bound west were among local items.
A Romanian queen, Marie of Roumania, plans an unannounced visit to an American home with a small party to glimpse a typical household interior. Officials say the raid would surprise a housekeeper and reveal real American domestic life without royal ostentation.
United Press dispatch from Passaic reports strikers plan to return to work Monday at Pascale Worsted Spinning Company after a peaceful settlement ending nine months of conflict. The firm recognized the union and collective bargaining while workers agreed not to press the closed shop.
An old ad touts Bowles Red Pepper Rub made from red peppers as a fast pain reliever for rheumatism neuritis back ache and muscle strains. It promises tingling heat within minutes and urges buyers to insist on the genuine Roywles branded product available at drug stores.
A terse advertisement invites readers to pay 10 cents to Dr Pierce’s Laboratory in Buffalo New York if they want only a trial package and to write for free advice. The note suggests a promotional exchange and free guidance as part of the offer.
Ira Shoop of McGranni near Kittanning died when his car went over a hundred foot embankment near Benezette while en route to Dents Run for bird hunting. Joseph Hammerly and Clarence Hammerly were slightly injured as the vehicle rolled down the steep incline and halted on railroad tracks below.
Adj Barker and a quarter of bandsmen from Greenville present a special Salvation Army program at 8 100 P.M. Good crowds attend one of the most productive revivals at the local corps. Closing nights Saturday and Sunday will be led by Captain and Mrs B Reif.
Borrow from 25 to 300 for furniture or piano with easy terms. Payments shown include interest and principal. If you cannot call, write or phone for fast confidential service. Office hours daily 8 A.M. to 5:30 P.M. Saturdays 8 A.M. to 6 P.M. Union Loan Co Inc Second Floor ICC Building Boneca St. Oil City, Pa.
In Philadelphia on November 12 eight year old Joseph Burgess of Chester died when his father's car hit a road bump. The child asleep in the rear failed to alight at a tire-pairing stop, suffering a fractured spinal column and dying instantly at Mercy Hospital.
President Coolidge and Mrs. Coolidge sped toward Washington aboard a special train passing through Columbus at ten this morning. The train ran about one and a half hours ahead of schedule as a small crowd greeted them at the station after breakfast.
After years of stomach troubles the speaker credits Maya's 50 with removing intestinal mucus and reducing inflammation. The preparation is described as simple and harmless with a money back guarantee. Endorsed by J. D. Condra, a druggist, and advertised widely.
In Renton Illinois on November 12 authorities arrested Garyl and Bernard Shelton alleged leaders of the Shelton gang as part of a push to dismantle gang activity. They were taken to East St Louis to face indictments for involvement in the January 1925 Collinsville Tile post office robbery. The brothers offered no resistance but were noncommittal on charges. Earlier bullets shattered two West City homes as two gang carloads fired on the houses.
A Philadelphia letter from Captain Pred Reit thanks the Metter o and friends for their time talent and money in aiding the Salvation Army Community Chest. The note expresses gratitude to the committee and all who contributed and invites continued cooperation to alleviate suffering and evangelize among the churchless.
Ames Company offers refunds for four trials of Castarrhal Colds TF to relieve coughs and colds. The advertisement promises to repay your money if the product fails to relieve symptoms.
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