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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 25, 1914
Page
6
The Boys of the Knights of St Paul formed a Boy Scouts of America troop at the Rectory. Capt Rasselas Brown was chosen Scout Master to secure a charter, with plans for a drum and fife corps. The group will meet next Tuesday to hear committee reports and finalize the setup.
Meadville Pa November 24 high winds aided a blaze that swept through Atlantic Crawford destroying a flour mill and a nearby dwelling. Firefighters with bucket brigades lacked water and equipment, delaying containment and causing about 2000 dollars in damage before the blaze was checked by volunteers and a quick response from nearby communities. The town had no water system or organized fire apparatus at the time.
Mayvilli reports on November 24 that starting Sunday, November 20, twenty new freight trains will enter service on the local division between Pittsburgh and Buffalo via Corry and Mayville. The Pennsylvania Railroad Company has invested millions to straighten curves and remove town grades, easing long freight routes.
A machine booth fire on Hickory street in Warren caused about a thousand dollars in damage before firefighters controlled it. Operator L B Hurria said no one was in danger, though former operator Herbert Hartweet suffered burns while aiding the effort. Cause suspected as friction. fire spread to the flat above the theater occupied by Albert Winsant family. The theater was owned by B B Harts and Merle Jordan.
Pennsylvania rail plan to relocate the division headquarters from Rusava toward Erie with engine York ties. Officials outline a spring wind up and the move aims to bring Leheade quarters back to Erie as part of a larger consolidation involving the Lake Shore and New York Central units.
Advertisement for Thompson's Barosma claiming relief from backache sideache spots before eyes and kidney issues. Promises rapid improvement after first dose and cites testimonials. Also promotes Thompson's Dandelion and Mandinke Pills and lists prices and dealers in Titnaville and N. Ame and Co.
The Lyric presents a packed week with daily bills including The Lilly of the Valles and Death Mask in two parts. Praises Debut and Four reels of Million Dollar Mystery headline a strong Friday lineup followed by Modern Rip Van Winkle Saturday.
An old advertisement touts Dr Belwalils Olive Tablets as a liver stimulant and remedy for indigestion and stomach discomfort. It claims natural bowel function improves appetite and energy, urging one or two tablets at bedtime and listing The Olive Tablet Company in Columbus as the distributor.
At Stone's Malaga Grapes the store advertises Mikes grape trust and DALIMOUS cotton alongside mixed nuts, highlighting a blend of fruit products and snacks for customers.
We cannot afford to buy chances by offering something of which we know nothing. You can order here with sunny as OL thes. What can we wind you today.
Fragmentary OCR notes indicate a shopping or auction item list with prices such as 4 2 B, 2 50, 1 70 and 2 70 for various rooms and goods. Names like G. Mast Mair and Dox163 appear garbled with inconsistent punctuation.
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