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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 25, 1922
Page
6
Kane Prophet Till Altman predicts a harsh winter with rain from the 16th to mid December followed by weeks of snow and cold after next month. In town for a day, Altman spoke to a friend and said the forecast is sure. He heads to Pittsburgh with a hunter to pursue big game, guided by Altman.
In Punxsutawney on November 24 a 13 year old girl Mary Breiter of Eleanora died at home from a shotgun discharge. The 4 year old brother found and loaded the shell into the 12 gauge weapon, causing the fatal shot to enter the right temple as she reached for the door. The accident occurred just before midnight.
In Mayville Nevada the Chess Creek National Bank won against Fidelity and Casualty of New York Supreme Court. The jury awarded the bank 8485.65 the amount due on a burglary insurance policy. The jury retired at 10 40 AM and returned at 2 50 AM. The bank sued to collect the burglary insurance after the insurer refused payment claiming improper locking during a nighttime burglary.
Prospectus-style ad touts W L Douglas and hard shoes with up to 75 percent savings. Promises satisfaction guaranteed with free replacement if not satisfied. Highlights a complete line of low cut dancing and party shoes for all ages and Christmas gift hosiery and bedroom slippers.
Meadville November 21 County Commissioners report they applied to the State Highway Department to build the Hydetown to Center Hill road segment. Titusville committee presented a $7217 subscription to fund 60 miles of concrete highway on Route 271 from Hyde Town to Centerville, financing about $850,000 with county bonds and local contributions.
Justice Charles 11 Brown in Supreme Court suspended a two year sentence for George Leo Trainor of Jamestown after he pleaded guilty to forgery. Trainor was placed on probation under Henry Drake, probation officer, with a condition to reform and avoid further defalcations.
Nov 23 notes from Blue Eye detail village visits and social gatherings. Families and neighbors, including Fuller, Martind, and Laneburg, share updates on visits, sewing, and hospitality. Local residents meet at Earnest Lowe’s home and at Ray VanderKools’ home for neighborly time, with health notes for Louis Puller and others.
Fragmentary notices indicate travel to Edinburgh for a funeral of an aunt. Mentions Mrs Chas Sandburg, Mrs hae Springstead and Mrs Mar 1 son of Corry attending at the home of Mr and Mrs John Spongstedd. Also references Floyd Griswold and Corry sins for list Tuesday.
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