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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 22, 1916
Page
6
An old advertisement disputes safety and efficacy of plant extracts versus cod liver oil emulsions. It contrasts cod liver oil emulsion praised by physicians with a supposed “Mextract” product containing alcohol and questionable ingredients. The note references Bott & Bowne and Dr. Scott.
Cleaning ads tout extended wear and economic necessity through proper cleaning. Men and ladies garments including gloves dresses and satin are dry cleaned with the most modern methods. A. Btr Traction Building opposite Depot Island.
In Watoutown Pennsylvania November 21 HM Rapport broke up a line of youths who had robbed cars and buildings. Four boys aged 12 to 16 were committed to the reform school by county authorities, while others were allowed to go home. Police say about 500 robberies have been reported in recent months. Recovered items included revolvers blankets inner tubes and repair kits. The youths admitted operating for nearly a year.
A woman from Astoria recounts avoiding surgery for years due to back and stomach pain. She credits Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound with rapid improvement within two weeks, allowing her to sit, eat, and regain health without the operation. Letters to the Pinkham Lab show many similar experiences guiding readers to seek medical advice through the company door.
Meadville November 21 The Crawford County expenses for the last Criminal Court session total $1224 97 not including attorney fees for Clare Went and Burgess costs. The Constables Grand Jury jurors and per diem payments are itemized with charges for constables and visits to inspect possible legal infractions.
A story reports a proposed auto mute control for trains by the Northwestern railroad company and partners to enhance safety on main lines. Key figures include Col Beggs, Dan W. McCarthy, and Supt. George J. Maltby as they plan a trial on the Chautauqua division with a meeting to follow.
Kime offers Kime's Improved Taro- Tene with perfect newung-in remedy for croup sore throat and quinsy. Also relieves pain in chest back and other body parts. Described as healing ointment for piles and a good, efficient remedy. Sold with money-back plan at drug stores.
Fragments tout a dubious kidney booster promising lifelong safety and dramatic gains. The ad markets a product as a miracle tonic with exaggerated outcomes, warns of polwenous matter, and demands payment while offering a money back guarantee.
A garbled advertisement promotes a McDougall cabinet for $1.00 offering convenience and labor saving devices. It urges readers to come in and let staff explain details, though text is unclear and marketing language dominates.
Analysis argues for comprehensive stream control and water resource development across Pennsylvania to prevent floods and maximize benefits. It urges state and local cooperation, inventory of water uses, and a statewide plan from source to mouth for the Ohio valley, linking Pittsburgh’s flood work to broader regional needs. It stresses economy and efficiency, and calls on the legislature to act to harness the water supply for all residents.
A distressed ad promotes an Edmondson phonograph, claiming superior sound and daily demonstrations. It invites listeners to hear the machine named Wimondugm and promises temptingly low terms, with dubious medicinal claims and pocketable devices.
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