25 Sep 1920
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 25, 1920
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR lists yarn and fabric prices including 46 50, 4.50, 5c and 6.95 for winter items. Mentions 8 pieces, 3e, 4.5 per yard and special ball yards. Values appear inconsistent but indicate discounted textile rates in a general shop notice.
Fragmentary OCR hints at a legal matter involving a trust and property liens. Text mentions tiresome handling, ligation, and duties surrounding ownership, with unclear parties and dates. Further readable details are sparse, limiting precise identification of individuals or organizations.
Dairymen propose a new milk plant to be funded by a pledge of about 424,000 pounds from Oregon dairymen. The project aims to handle butter and cheese production for nearby communities and could begin operations by year end, with temporary measures to supply dairy needs until opening.
About 248 items including food clothing and manufactured goods were seized on the toboggan market as shortages spread. Potato prices fell 44 percent while sugar cabbage and other staples showed steep drops. gasoline and coal prices fluctuated and other goods faced heavy price shifts amid the broader supply squeeze.
Reports say the Lord Mayor Mardiwisey remains in doubt and the government plans to withhold information today. Brixton notes indicate the situation is unsettled, with officials saying no official bulletin will be released until the situation in Dublin is clarified.
A large attendance gathered for the first Parent Teacher Association meeting in Miss Rainey’s room at Marsh School yesterday afternoon. The program featured recitations, music, talks on child promotion, and a plan to collect newspapers for a fundraiser. Mrs Herron and Mrs Ark were elected officers. meetings will continue on the first Friday of each month with October 4 assigned to Miss Vera Brooke, Mr Carlton King, and Mrs M Ressler.
A community event describes a Legionnaires meeting at the town hall with remarks by Chairman Storer and Cone nibador Wollman. Plans for a winter ward revival are discussed, plus a program featuring violin and singing acts.
N R Muller, fisheries official and brother of A G Muller, was named Provident of the American Fisheries Society at the Ottawa Canada convention. He arrived in Bellefonte for a visit last evening and will depart tonight for home. Corry friends and relatives extend congratulations as the next convention plans move to Pennsylvania.
Reported from Celon this afternoon as Paddy Wilcox Ty Cerndull and Watly Logenwal join by other Gary club members for Hitt afternoon clash with AM stumis town at Celon. Many Corry tana plan driving to Celon to support and win the contest, which starts at Ys lock.
Uniontown dispatch reports a jail break at Uniontown as prisoners escaped after breaking the jail window. Authorities say several inmates fled the scene and the investigation continues with local police and state corrections officials coordinating efforts.
Spenders, George N Roberts and party, wrap up outage at Mtley Lakes and plan a winter in Florida. They expect to depart Thursday, travel by car with stops in Pittsburgh and Washington and conclude a warm stay in Daytona, Va unknown, visiting relatives and other points. A school fundraiser and home‑school association activities are noted along with reorganized school events and officers.
An acetylene tank exploded behind the brick building housing the Clymer State Bank and a jewelry shop on NE Main Street yesterday afternoon, causing fires and extensive damage estimated at about $5,000. One firefighter or worker sustained minor burns, while others escaped serious injuries as flames destroyed the storefronts and damaged interior rooms.
United Press reports President Warren G Harding warned in Washington that dark days lie ahead for the United States due to the deluge of commercial travel and industrial unrest. He said drastic changes would come soon to save the nation, with workers roaming the streets seeking honest wages amid plant shutdowns.
Postmaster commission received as transfer of office management planned for October with changes to staff at the post office next week. Local residents update include Eva Cary returning home from Corry hospital after a two week stay, and visiting secretary Mitford T Rickerson of Brown and Zook Company plans a brief visit. Sunday service at 109 features Prewohinggati 11 am and a meditation titled The Power that Worketh With You. Luther Teague to speak at 7 pm with choir and Vovpar version at 7:30.
A Chicago train robbery by masked bandits netted six registered mail pouches from the Minnesota Central line near Chicago. Valued between 100000 and 40000. detectives pursued suspects LeRoy Walton and five others after a stop in Chicago. Pouches originated from Memphis New Orleans St Louis and Champaign Illinois. typical mail hauls reach up to 200000.
The Oil City Independents and Franklin will clash on the Washington street grounds Tuesday afternoon. Managerial notes confirm the appearance of Franklin with Galfia, Gerner, or Ritter on the firing line. Admission is 41 with tax. ladies admitted for 55 cents. 37 special seats for high school students. A detective will patrol the right of way near the ball grounds and a state policeman will oversee crowd control.
Claude Perry purchases the Ferris Pool Parlors on North Center Street. Perry has operated the North Center Street billiard parlor for eleven years and plans to continue the same satisfactory management after taking possession immediately.
Police probe a Saline Ohio woman claim that Billy Dansey the missing Home monikon of New Jersey is in Tulsa Oklahoma. Arrests were made of Mrs Grif and Hares on complaint by the husband as word spreads of an April 1 adoption claim tied to Nellie Radelitte and the child.
A Erie youth died at Hamot Hospital after suffering a wound infection believed caused by vaccination. Dr. Ry B. Toss attended the case and attributed death to vaccination due to dirt in the wound from improper exposure of the inoculation mark. The boy had been vaccinated early in the month and died within 36 hours. officials noted no warning before death. The Cosmopolitan Trust Company also faced closure by the state banking commissioner amid reports of heavy deposits and financial issues.
The article argues that sustained energy backed by Wise Direction is the crucial formula for a productive chamber. Mere Moral Support without action or a strong plan wastes effort, while focused energy paired with steady leadership achieves long term progress for community projects.
A general program of work was outlined by the chamber board last evening after subcommittee reports. The industrial vitality panel proposed forming an industrial interests association to tackle traffic and related issues, while the commercial group urged a retailers rally and stronger city cooperation. The Civic and Recreation committee highlighted proposals to convert the High School auditorium into a gym and to sponsor public skating and a Harwood celebration at the Armory, with ongoing discussions on building changes and state authority authorization.
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