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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1912
Page
2
Sixty young people enjoyed a fine evening at the Mead residence on East Wayne Street for a genuine barn party. Miss Manwarren played the gloting music for square dances as the barn was prepared and decorated. Elders and doughnuts complemented the festive mood as attendees danced into midnight.
The Seagrave fire truck ordered by the city and shipped from Columbus, Ohio, has disappeared in transit. Tracers are active from local freight stations and Columbus. Report indicated the eighty horsepower vehicle should arrive within a few days. bill of lading has not yet been received by the city.
An advertisement promotes Zemo for eczema claiming instant itching relief and healing without residue. It touts a guaranteed result, costs 25 cents for a trial bottle or $1 for a large bottle, and lists B W Rose Medicine Co of St Louis as the maker with druggists selling it nationwide.
The New York and Boston crowd watched a tense opener with 40,000 fans. Boston led by strong pitching and hitting, edging the Giants with Hooper, Speaker, and Yerkes contributing key plays while uncertainties and weather brief the atmosphere as the series kicks off.
The passage narrates a late inning baseball sequence with New York batter Murray, Merkle, and Meyer, plus Boston pitcher and fielders. Wagner advances, Wright and Hodges make outs, Meyers hits drive and scores, final line indicates New York 6 Boston 4.
An old advertisement claims a tonic named Vila will revitalize sufferers of nervous debility. It promises rapid weight gain, restored vigor, and noticeable improvement within weeks, urging readers to try the medicine regardless of how weak they feel. The ad cites N. Ames & Co. as the seller.
The Halloween Celebration committee met at W. W. Morgaridge’s office on South Center Street. A large turnout attended and plans were nearly complete for Corry’s largest fantastical celebration. Members include Morgariga, DeRosay, Alexander, Nelson Waters, and Doll During. They aim to raise about $250 the weekend to fund the alfate and have arranged with a costumer to provide new rings of goods for the event.
Findley Lake authorities on Monday deem the Sunday morning blaze at the dry goods store of James Coulhard incendiary in origin. The fire wiped out the entire business district, totaling an estimated 28,125 dollars in damage. Investigators say arrests are likely soon as suspicion points toward certain parties.
Gr Carl plans a local veteran gathering at his home 107 North Center street next Saturday. He will serve a meal to G. A. R. members and asked several friends to join. The report notes a social event with veterans in attendance and a celebratory atmosphere.
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