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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 23, 1911
Page
2
State penitentiary officials bar reporters from the deal chamber on Friday for the execution of Henry Clay Sleattle Jr. The move follows Virginia law prohibiting publication of electrocution details, drawing mixed reactions from newspapers and public.
In Philadelphia the controversy arises as Mrs. Craig Biddle smokes a cigarette in public drawing attention. The old town struggles to accept evolving social rules about gender and public behavior.
The report notes imports of 67 automobiles valued at 1400 282 and planes valued at 0 for the nine months ending Wil Sentender. A Washington statistics dispatch hints at looming costs and a Blizzard effect. The text also mentions Sarah Bernhardt at 6W and a plan to adopt a husband, while commenting on publicity and domestic felicity.
Citizens urge investigation after claims of electoral irregularities. A committee formed to press for action, while officials say the matter is being reviewed by the county attorney and the court.
The Underwriters Association advertises a one year reward related to a mysterious fire at a Caney Caney building site. A notice states investigators seek details on owners occupants and involved parties. The reward aims to demonstrate the association’s commitment to addressing the incident and its aftermath.
Denman Thompson's perennial drama of New England life is in its 26th year of touring. The Old Homestead pleases all classes and draws religious and civic audiences alike, with ministers and congregations attending for moral instruction. The company is praised for wholesome, pure entertainment and broad appeal across Protestant and Catholic viewers. Thanksgiving era venue and date noted at Library Theater.
Corry Nimrods record a bold effort this morning involving the Adame Apres Company and consignments from Vativa Maine. Major Keune Mrs Brown and others are noted in the arrival of the big shipmen and the fruits of recent marks.
The Phe Commercial Hotel changes proprietors with Mr John J. Lynch retiring and H. E. Detar of Irwin Pan named new proprietor. The first class hotel will open dining room on November 28th with meals priced at two dollars per day.
A damaged obituary note describes the death of a husband and the ensuing welfare actions. It mentions Mrs Hatch, mourning siblings, and a community fundraising effort with checks totaling a few dollars. The fragmented text references local lodge members and aid to the bereaved wife and two young children.
Meadville November 24 Not guilty verdict returned by the jury in the case Commonwealth vs. Pasquale Pollifrone charged with aiding Joseph Rosso on West Street. The jury deliberated since morning and finally acquitted Pollifrone after a tense trial as his wife celebrated at home.
The HWible Clara Christmas event is set for Monday evening in November with committee members appointed. Midweek prayer attendance remains strong as the church prepares a 7:30 p.m. program on "Two Questions" from Mark 4:6-41. Pastor Wallace launches Sunday evening Revelation sermons with 7:30 service. Members of Team urged to attend Thursday evening uniform by Captain M H Brooks.
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