Heritage and road grid dominate Corry Journal pages
The paper reports on Will Herberg's symposium at Notre Dame while noting the shift in American religious identity toward Protestant Catholic and Jewish affiliations. It also highlights the interstate highway program through which states expanded the national grid, with 42 208 miles officially added and more routes considered to close construction gaps and improve coverage.
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Will Herberg
Drew University
Madden
N. 5
Notre Dame University
Herberg
Congress
Yesterday Memories of Corry Twenty Years Ago Halloween Parade News
Historic note from Corry recalling events twenty years ago on October 29 1897 in Shanghai Japanese shells hit a British outpost near the international settlement area officials promise swift action Weather improved ending fog and a Halloween parade planned for local youth Police Chief Flanigan reports increased patrols to deter mischief Two awards totaling 175 dollars of a 250 dollar merchant distribution were claimed by noon today.
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Corry Journal
Wind
Bottinelli-Kimball, Inc
New York
Chicago
Detroit
Pittsburgh
Philadelphia
Associated Press
Carry
Gafrler
Shanghai
International Settlement
John D. Flankigan
Posce
Corry
Trains to run daily on P and E after November 24
Forty years ago on October 29 1917 reports state trains on the P and E will operate daily to ease current service pressures. Harelaon Keppel departs for Norfolk to enter Coast Defense service with a banquet at the Phoenix Hotel noting Lee Wood’s enlistment as a regular in the United States Army. Halloween party at the Armory features Flaherty’s orchestra.
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P and E
Pennsy
Harelaon Keppel
Norfolk
Coast Defense, Naval Reserve
Phoenix Hotel
Armory
Flaherty
Adolescent Dreams Lettered In Odd Teenage Yearnings
A fragmented, humorous riff on adolescent fantasies contrasted with adult life. The text lists quirky desires such as space travel to the moon, Taj Mahal visits, flawless hangover cures, instant tears from a jilted love, and a portable fortune cookie pearl, reflecting a desire for freedom and novelty across generations.
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Kiel
Moon
Po Senate
Taj Mahal
Notre Dame
Bali
Bay of Naples
Ardennes
Belgium
Kasserine Gap
Hal Boyle's Americana fragment on simple comforts and peace
Hal Boyle muses on universal calming pills as a dream, then recalls affordable pleasures like a $2 hotel room, $5 shoes, a basic haircut, and a modest suit. He wonders what tranquil memories lie ahead for each reader as he reflects on a life of small pleasures and shared humanity.
Bear Lake News Letter Of Interest Arrives at BB Church
A reception Friday at Bear Lake Bible Church honored Rev and Mrs Burkett Smit as Rev Smith begins his ministry there. The WSWS met to work on quilts, Mrs Fern Morton returns to school, a rock shower for My Macvin Perkins featured gifts, and church services were held with Rev Armitage delivering the message.
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BB Church
Burkett Smit
Smith
Bear Lake
WSWS
Fern Morton
Macvin Perkins
Perkins
Pit
Robert Rein
Tawe
ZL. Radelitt
Max Manwarine
Clyde Manwaring
Hurisburs
Armitaze
The
Methodist Church of
Panama
Talk Routes For New Freeway In Western Pennsylvania
A western Pennsylvania group met Gov. Leader and two cabinet officials to discuss proposed freeway routes between Pittsburgh and Evie. The U S Bureau of Public Roads approved freeway inclusion in the federal interstate system, enabling 90 percent federal aid. The governor's office said the meeting lasted nearly an hour and the group's suggestions were considered. Highways Secretary Lewis M Stevens and Commerce Secretary William Davin attended. Erie Pittsburgh Freeway Association planned a November 12 board meeting in Greenville. Stevens and deputy George Richards were invited. The board comprises six members from Erie Crawford Mercer Venango Lawrence Butler and Allegheny counties.
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Arauo Purson
Western Pennsylvania
Pittsburgh
Evie
U.S. Bureau of Public Ronda
Lewis M. Stevens
Commerce
William §. Davin
Erie-Pittsburgh Freeway Association
Sharon
Greenville
Stevens
George Richards
Erie
Crawford
Mercer
Venaigo
Lawrence
Butler
Allegheny
State Health Secretary Quits to Join Public Health Group
Dr. Herwyn F. Mattison, who has held the $415,000 yearly post since Leader’s term began, announced yesterday he will resign November 18 to become executive secretary with the American Public Health Association in New York City. He cited the chance to take the new job as the reason, though the salary was not disclosed.
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F Way
Herwyn F. Mattison
Mattison
American Public Health Association
New York City
Oil City Youths Held After Cross Burning Incident
Oil City police held two young men in their early 20s for further action after four cross burnings last Friday in front of Police Chief Philip Cheles home. Richard Rossiter and James Wyman pleaded innocent to arson and loitering charges. They could not post $1,000 bond and remained in Venango County jail at Franklin awaiting Thursday hearing.
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Wean Veen
Gu Ly Youls
Philip Cheles
Richard Rossiter
James Wyman
Vennnvo County
Franklin Bend
Johnsonburg Hunter Found Dead in Woods at 85
Johnsonburg resident 85, identified as Wesley Jones, was found dead in the woods yesterday afternoon during a hunting trip. He reportedly suffered a heart attack. rescue squads responded and transported the body. Authorities, including Sgt. Joseph Huguer of Rideway State Police, noted no foul play.
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Johnsonburg
18 Year Old Seeks Habeas Corpus in Laurelton Institution
An 18 year old girl, Mrs Mayeuret Bull Green of Harborcreek, filed a habeas corpus plea in county court seeking release from Laurelton State Village, state operated institution. Judge Elmer Evans presides as police report she was arrested October 17 after allegedly leading authorities to regain her issue. She has been held since, with prior history noted of past commitments and village ties.
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Erie
County
Cotto
Laurelton
Mayeuret Bull Green
Harborcreek
Elmer Evans
Lawrence Park
Shewnen
M. Pole
Lislerton
Otter
Cmiuity
Green
Laurelton Stele
Hunter Shot During Hunt Near Meadville Leaves Hunter Hurt
State Police probe a shotgun wound to a 29 year old Cochranton hunter near Meadville. The injured man, identified as Hater L. Vowan of Cochranton, was treated locally after buckshot was removed. Officials say the incident appeared accidental and questioned a nearby apprentice printer for leads. No motives or suspects are named.
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Meadville
Cochranton
Hater
Vowan
Vouas
Meadvilly
Polwean
Voee
Offivers
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Lee Wood
United States Army
Folsom
Siegler
Sieger Tx
Spegler
Center St
Wellman’s
Hal Boyle
Bear Lake News
Greer Shop Training, Incorporated
Aean
ARROW
Paul
Corry, Pa
Oil City
Hunter
Tufty
Kendall
Center
Washington Streets
Fogle Lumber Co
Franklin SL Carry
Oldsmobile
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