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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 1926
Page
3
Fragmentary OCR notes show Corry Evening Journal publication details. It lists postal handling, year rate of 85.00, and carrier price of three cents per copy with fifteen cents per week, plus notes on second class mail and subscription terms.
The text describes Berlin closing theatres cafes and dance halls under new restrictions and a population weary from shortages and fear. Citizens face forced curfews and cultural life is dimmed as reconstruction looms ahead.
A rambling editorial fragment discusses a Pittsburgh convict’s death sentence and a rumored $100,000 buried treasure. It shifts to critique economic turmoil, arguing farmers suffer under supply and demand laws while tariffs shield other industries. The piece blends sensational treasure lore with steady-state policy commentary.
A report contrasts reactions to famous American names in Newarkshire. Governor Smith, a Democrat, proclaims October 27 as Roosevelt Day while the Republican challenger argues against the move. A Republican proposal seeks a new high session after Woodrow Wilson.
Rug making firm offers the Guilt Faller Rugs in all colors to suit any home. Advertising prose claims diverse rug and carpet offerings and suggests them as gifts. Contact P. Ole at 287 Giberty St for more details.
Vague diary style items recount events from twenty years ago in Appleton. Mention of a Phoenix Hotel fire near a laundry basement and early firefighting efforts paired with society snippets like visitors, entertainments, school events, and a surprise at Mrs Anna Cottrell’s home.
Antique ad touts sage tea with sulfur as a hair darkener that supposedly restores natural color and gloss. It claims the preparation darkens grays evenly, improves appearance with regular use, and can be applied with a sponge or brush for best results. The copy markets a ready mix sold cheaply.
The Everett Corporation filed with New York State to raise capital from 925 000 to 501 000 shares totaling 62 100 new shares. The filing lists 20 100 shares of common stock at 5 par and 4 000 preferred shares of 100 par value. Jamestown law firm Mott Otto Way Phillips filed the papers in Albany. The chain operates stores including a newer larger Corry location doing well since opening ten days ago.
Jamestown furniture manufacturers report strong start to the Fall show at the Exhibition Building. Attendance and registrations exceeded spring totals with about 200 buyers registered on the second night, suggesting high demand and potential overtime for local factories.
Police reopen the death inquiry of Charles L Anderson age 50 found at the Morton Manse in Erie. Detectives review prior events after a witness says money and a Swedish check were in his possession before he disappeared Saturday morning.
A historical note cites a Boston Transcript remark on Dematatus from a tongue in cheek exchange. The source asks whether holding the tongue signals folly or mere words.
Jonathan Lodge No 685 will confer the first degree at their hall on North Penter Street tonight. The initiatory degree will be witnessed by a large audience of members and attendees.
Two men die and eight are wounded after a dispute at a Chicago theater. Albert Schall shoots Samuel Wertheimer in the basement, then kills himself. Police identify several injured, including the theater driver Cecil Chapel and his family, amid a multi-vehicle accident and related fallout.
A fragment urges joining the greatest thinkers in science wit art and prophecy with noble figures. It invokes the phrase rub shoulders with the pure ideatists and Immortals to seek inspiration from Richard Watson among other illustrious minds.
The divorce case involving General Charles Miller and his wife Mary A. Miller is moving toward out of court resolution. Judge William Parker indicated the hearing may be abandoned if a settlement is reached, with trial not set and no date given. Public attention focused on testimony about Miller’s alleged affair and the elevator incident in New York City.
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