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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 16, 1912
Page
2
The Jamestown Post reports ongoing discussion on motor car performances and local regulatory notes. It notes Wright’s comparison of cars like the LaFrante and Seagrave, concerns about weight and practicality, plus a broader excerpt covering 1913 political events, regulatory actions, and dental school admission changes.
A fragmented clipping notes a new photography device by Hise of wiitche, installed at Center St. The gadget supposedly captures photographs on dark and bright days, even at night, and is touted as extraordinary for children as images can be captured swiftly.
An American Salvation Army adjutant, Adj. Proper, was found dead beside railroad tracks west of Meadville. The death appeared by fall or train impact. He leaves a widow and four children. identity confirmed by papers and ring. The man had recent ties to Titusville and Meadville.
The Library Theater presents A Dutchmate Daffydi a new male comedy by Hirelson Ruf in its first U.S. and Canada stop. Billy Merton, a noted Amerton comedian, leads the cast as a well-meaning Dutchman who aids others and causes more trouble, with the company supplying all scenery and properties for the tour.
Harrisburg November 16 A charter is granted to the Warren County Telephone and Telegraph Co of Grand Valley with a capital of 5100 The line will run from Grand Valley to Garland Pierce Field Johnstonsville Irvington and Warren The incorporators are C L Allen C D Allen and Louis Card at Grand Valley
James W. Wright argues against LaFrance and favors Seagrave in a public review of motor driven fire apparatus bids. He notes Seagrave’s higher horsepower and power per pound, recalls a crankshaft failure, and cites immediate motor replacement by Seagrave. Wright claims LaFrance misrepresents performance and emphasizes the council’s need for reliable suggests.
Carlson, aged 18, was fatally injured tonight at Youngsville Saddle Company while adjusting a shutoff mechanism as a machine moved. He was struck by a bolt and drawn into a pulley wheel, sustaining fatal internal injuries. Dr. W H Short of Youngsville treated him at the Emergency Hospital before his death.
The Christian Missionary Alliance annual convention will be held at the Alliance Hall corner Spring and South St from Nov 20 to 24. Speakers include Rev W A Chandler Field Evangelist Wheaton U Rev Be M Staudt Washington Pa Miss Crane Central China Miss M L Wyle Japan. Opening services Tue Nov 19 at 7:30 pm. Daily meetings 10 am and 7:30 pm except Thursday eve when the union meeting is in the Baptist Church. All who wish to hear deeper truths should attend. S. A. Strapp Superintendent 119 1 2 First Ave.
A Thanksgiving event at the Baptist Church offered a meal from 1:00 to 2:20 PM. The menu included mashed potatoes squash chicken pie cabbage salad giblet sauces, white and brown bread, pumpkin and mince pies. Adults and children attended in equal numbers.
A brief notice notes cider sales at a local pump station with contact details for Watrous Hell and Ai Tin, indicating availability and pricing information for customers nearby.
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