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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 06, 1944
Page
5
An explosion at a coal loading shed adjacent to a railway box car near Hastings and Glengill caused eight deaths and heavy property damage. Capt. Patterson reported the blast occurred at 1:30 am, with several workers injured and some survivors found in the shed.
An advertisement touts Thompson's Borsoma Tablets as a kidney health potion that boosts urinary secretion to remove poisons and acids, claiming relief from headaches and fatigue. It also promotes Golden Lax Tablets for constipation, priced at 35 cents.
Members and guests of the Baptist Ladies' Fellowship met at Mrs. Forest Peiffer's home on Fifth avenue for an India themed evening. Devotions were led by Mrs. Cora Joseph with prayers by Miss Helen Westley and Miss Peggy Degnan. Reports on missionary letters, sick members, and a sunshine committee card drive were shared. Kathleen Poiffer played piano selections, and Mary Sherwood dressed as a Hindu to illustrate India life. Mrs. Francis White fan sang India. Mrs. Edwin Hartill spoke on Abounding Love and the need for missions in India. A love gift was voted to support work, and the meeting closed with Faith is the Victory. Hostesses served a two-course luncheon to 32 attendees, including Mrs. Edwin Hartill and Miss Peggy Degnan of London Ontario, and Miss Marguerite Strong of Rochester, N.Y.
The New Era Club of the First Presbyterian Church met at Mrs. N. R. Dickson’s home on West Pleasant Street. Eighteen attended a 6:30 p.m. tureen dinner followed by business and devotions led by Mrs. A. V. Cochran. Plans included a rummage sale the weekend of April 1 and 22, and a May 3 mother and daughter banquet with the Ladies' Missionary Society as guests. Helen Fordyce reviewed Deep Sea Doctor. entertainment by Mrs. Marion Rumbaugh. prizes won by Miss Bobby Lou Dickson and Mrs. John Sheehan. hostesses included Mrs. Dickson with Mrs. Glenn Dicksoll and Mrs. Rumbaugh.
Ague anwnuinice of members and friends was recorded at yesterday's meetil of Circle No. 3, W. S. C. 5,2 fureen luncheon be ing served at the church at one, atluck and followed by the regular monthly business meeting. Mrs. Neil Blackman conducted the devotions and the business of the day was presented by the president, Mrs. C Ac Mountain, at which time the Circle planned to participate in the Yummagesele being sponsored by all three Circles on April 28 and 2. The lesson study for the day, "The Soldier and the Missionary," was given by Mrs. Willis Brown. The next meeting will be held at the church on Wednesday afternoon, 1 May asc. The committee for yesterfny's meeting was Mrs. E. 8, Judes trom and Mrs. 5, K, Hauenstein.
The Salvation Army Home League held its monthly birthday meeting at the citadel on East Washington Street. Mrs. John Morrison spoke on founder General William Booth and the Army’s work. April birthdays received gifts. next meeting features Mrs. J A Hivey of Philadelphia as speaker at Salvator Army Hall.
The weekly gathering of the United Brethren Church Ladies Aid met Wednesday with sixteen members and friends present led by Mrs Ross Fleming. Devotions were given by Mrs Fleming, business by president with plans for quilts and refreshments served after the work.
Agnes Nelson bride elect was honored at a gathering hosted by Mr and Mrs Arthur Fralick and Mr and Mrs Samuel Upperman at their Upperman home in Letibus. Guests presented gifts and shared visits with Miss Nelson and attendees included Mr and Mrs George Swiderski Mr and Mrs William Swiderski Mr and Mrs Marshal Adams Mr and Mrs Bert Stockton Mr and Mrs William Nelson Glenn Upperman Tessie Upperman and others.
Asti, born on the first evening at Corry hospital to Sgt and Mrs. Franklin Dustin of 815 Second Aves Wus, announces the arrival. Dustin serves in Northern Ireland.
Mr and Mrs Johnston celebrated their fifteenth anniversary with a dinner at Hotel Corry hosted by Mr and Mrs G W Andrus. Guests later gathered at the Johnston home on West Smith street for a surprise party with visiting and refreshments. Gift presenters included Mr and Mrs VY M Anderson and other couples led by Dr and Mrs GC F Bennett and Mr and Mrs Merle McIntyre.
Carnation Milk plant employees honored Pete Glavis and John Erlzanik at a party hosted by Mr. and Mrs. Charles Reynolds. Attendees included Mr. and Mrs. Harry Wallanan Mr. and Mrs Frani Seamans Mr. and Mrs Nelson Tris Ket Miss Lucille Jones Miss Frances Wade and Dale Inman. Games were played and refreshments served.
Former presidential candidate Willkie may back a liberal Republican, return to the Democrats, head a new Bull Moose movement, or support the GOP nominee. He spoke in Omaha outlining his belief that a Republican needs midwestern votes to secure a nomination, signaling possible strategic shifts among GOP factions.
The text reflects a fragmented speech about shortening the war and seeking Republican support in Wisconsin, endorsing economic and political cooperation, peace preservation, and postwar rebuilding. It bears the hallmarks of a campaign address with emphasis on national and international cooperation.
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