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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1914
Page
2
John Gatun and Harry Phillips, two tubermen from Warcolona, ventured far into the lake Tuesday night and hauled in a heavy catch. Their boat would not start, engines failed, and darkness left them adrift for nearly 38 hours. They avoided danger as winds stayed light and finally reached Barcelona harbor at noon the next day with spoils spoiled by sun.
Local Catholic churches plan a 7 30 pm prayer service in response to President Wilson and Papal appeals for a world day of prayer for peace. The program will open with the Rosary, continue with Vespers and a sermon, then Benediction with the Blessed Sacrament. Clergy are urged to lead parish-wide supplication to hasten an end to war.
Officials urge attendees to make every effort to join devotions, emphasizing the importance of participation and unity. The notice stresses sincere attendance and respect for the event's purpose.
Ridgway, Pennsylvan ia. Ninth teen year old Charles Gerg, son of Mr and Mrs Charles Gerg of 126 South Street, was killed at the Main Street crossing when a passenger train from Falls Creek struck him as he rode a bicycle. He was thrown into Elk Creek and recovered later. death was almost instantaneous. Spectators say the train traveled at least 40 miles per hour and the watchman had little time to respond. The crossing has caused prior accidents and a watchman was placed there years ago.
A street scene contrasts a flashily dressed man in rainbow colors with another in a clean, tasteful suit. The ad promotes Clothcraft suits and overcoats just arrived, described as stylish, well fitting, guaranteed all-wool garments priced from $10 to $18.60.
The Times Enterprise condemns fragmented and glamorous liquor ads sent from Oostros as fake advocacy. Editors warn papers cannot accept illicit or flamboyant messages promising liberty. The paper vows to refuse tobacco or liquor ads, even for profit, to protect its operation.
Mrs Join Baer of Darby Pa describes decade long eczema suffering ending after using Saxo Salve. She notes pimples and raw skin on face improved following treatment and recovery. Customer assurance offered by 0 G Babbitt & Son with buy back guarantee for empty tubes.
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Oil City October 1 checks from the Philadelphia office of the Pennsylvania railroad are arriving for Buffalo and Allegheny division conductors and trainmen. The payments label as back pay range from 400 to 800 dollars per employee. The sums arise from an arbitration committee decision over wage and time allowances made over a year ago. The dispute had spurred talk of a strike, but the matter went to arbitration with company and workers represented and a Department of Labor observer present. The company later granted a readjustment of wages, and the current receipts provide a notable business lift amid slow traffic.
Miss Anna May Pope a graduate of the Indiana Conservatory will give instruction in music at 14 Franklin Street. Both phones available for contact.
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