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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 21, 1930
Page
6
Freshmen and sophomore coeds from Ohio Wesleyan University fought over beret attire, leaving scratched faces and torn dresses. Police deployed tear gas and water hoses to stop the violence as battles spilled from Monnett Hall to city streets.
Three generations of a pioneer family including Mrs Elizabeth Hobinger and her daughter faced eviction in Emsworth this afternoon due to unpaid rent at Tel Home. The case, reported by United Press, highlights ongoing housing difficulties for early settlers in Pittsburgh area.
In Clarion Pennsylvania, Mr and Mrs John Neely found a sequence of valuable items left in their mailbox over years. A 1925 Halloween cigar box held four watches and three mesh bags, followed by a 1928 box containing a man’s tag and a diamond ring. A recent note claimed a longtime friend sent the gifts, with later items including a man’s diamond wing and pendant set and a second note. The Neelys shared the pieces with trusted judges of value, remaining puzzled about the donor's identity.
The current warm spell continues with mild conditions for the coming weekend. In Harrisburg the Christmas gear sale opened with Governor Fisher purchasing the first seals. Rotary meeting in Fredonia drew 140 members led by Assemblyman Hanley, reflecting regional civic activity. Al Jolson to headline a new musical by Erlanger Productions. Erie County Patriarchal League gathers at Union City with Corry Odd Fellows attendees. Waterford Encampment to confer the Golden Rule degree.
Henry Mains party of four hunters in Union City was hunting in thick woods when a ricochet struck his right foot just below the ankle. The accident happened as he fired at a rabbit without noticing a fellow hunter. The attending physician says he is not in serious condition, but recovery will take time.
The Fairview Parent-Teachers Association met Thursday in Room 3 with strong attendance. Mrs. O W Bracken summarized the county meeting at Lawrence Park on November 15. Mrs. Leon Lindsley spoke on Punishment and Mrs. C A Johnson on Toys that Satisfy. Grade four won the attendance banner.
Spanish moss can thrive on tele graph poles as a true epiphyte deriving moisture from the air. An epiphyte is a plant that obtains moisture for growth from the surrounding air.
Glehn Belgebell Jr., Bradford lad, was awarded 1850 in a sealed verdict in a U S district court in Pittsburgh after a bicycle accident involving a Western Union messenger. The father, Glen Reischell Sr., had sought 60000 in damages. The case was before Judge P Schoonmaster with attorney Charles A Margiotti.
Franklin residents Raymond and Zell Dockery filed a $50 000 damage suit claiming lack of aid after a September 2 collision with Joseph P Reilly and 8 C Punk connected to the state Highway Department. The couple had a prior guilty verdict for not offering assistance. The crash occurred near Hough Manufacturing Co on the river road below the Eclipse refinery.
In Oil City on November 21 five local youths faced arraignments after a spree of break ins. Entering guilty pleas or not guilty, Ewin Lowe Stanley Lenar Robert Cunningham Hubert Goggins and Charles Carroll faced multiple counts. Detected by County Detective Chester Mt Beally Constable W J Terrill and city police, the defendants were held at police headquarters.
An advertising notice promotes Cystex as a fast remedy for bladder irritation linked to acid conditions causing restless sleep. It claims rapid relief within 15 minutes and broad praise, urging readers to buy at Downey's Drug Store for 60 cents.
Funeral services for J. F. Johnson were held in Spring Creek on Thursday afternoon. The well known Spring Creek resident died after an extended illness at Corly hospital. Rev. Frank A. Winer of the local Methodist Episcopal church led the service. Many floral offerings came from neighbors and friends.
The body was taken to Corry for interment in Pine Grove cemetery with bearers Ramson McKelvey Lon Maddson Harry Johnson Charles Johnson Jol men Hdgett and Fred Ricker. Corry residents attended services in memory of Mr Johnson. Dennis C McGraw former Goxey resident will be buried at St Titus church in Pittsville after services and interment at St Catherine's cemetery.
Headaches dizziness coated tongue and a blue mood warn of constipation. Start tomorrow with Kelloggs Att-Bran a delicious ready to eat cereal and relief from pills and drugs. Two tablespoonfuls daily prevent and relieve temporary and recurring constipation. In severe cases eat three times daily. Milk or cream brings out the nut like taste.
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