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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 08, 1938
Page
5
A quirky note claims Versatile Frogs Aviation of 1490 Jamaica produced singing frogs trained by Leonardo da Vinci with a two note repertoire, mixing aviation lore with dubious scientific vows and a legendary timeline between 1490 and later years.
Local notices list numerous residents traveling to Cleveland for Metropolitan Opera Company presentations this weekend. It also notes visitors from Erie, Dayton, Warren, and Cincinnati, plus several locals returning home from trips and funeral observances.
Visitors toured the new plant showcasing modern construction and equipment. The tour highlighted the operators quarters, rest area, and kitchenette with a homey atmosphere. Engineers explained the dial system and advances in telephone transmission as the automatic equipment room drew particular attention.
The Ladies Aid Society of the Presbyterian church met Thursday afternoon at 4 o'clock in the church parlors with Mrs. J. W. Rickers in charge. Mrs. B H Whittlesey led the devotional, April birthdays were noted for Mrs. C. W. Bracken, Mrs. Claud Place, and Mrs. Ida Elmendall, and singing was featured. At 6:30 p.m. supper was served to the congregation by the Ladies Aid and the Opportunity Club, followed by the church's annual meeting.
The Presbyterian church held its annual financial meeting noting a successful year and improved finances. J W Banking auditor delivered a report and plans for next year were made. E J Lewis and Clarethe Wallace were re elected elders, Lawrence Davigan re elected trustee for three years. A tureen dinner preceded the meeting served by Ladies Aid and the Opportunity era officers.
A sound film titled The Thunder of the Sea has been completed by the United Lutheran Church in America. Directed by Edward Anhalt of Columbia University, the film will be shown in about 3,000 Lutheran Churches in the Pennsylvania territory from April 2 to May 24 and aims to advance religious education through motion pictures. Rev. John Galbyle, a young Virginia clergyman, oversees the project as it heads toward a broader rollout by October 1, 1938.
A fragment reports Beminie Ciolino ignored a wife cooked dinner, a bizarre scene cited in a divorce filing. The odd detail suggests a contentious settlement as the court case proceeds.
A nostalgic set of inexpensive yet flavorful recipes with Betty Crocker style guidance. The trio includes noodles with beef and vegetables, Mexican liver with rice and peppers, and curried veal served over chow mein noodles or toast. Each yields six servings and emphasizes budget-friendly dining.
United Press reports broad market gains across sectors with early highs easing into routine trading. Wheat rises two cents per bushel while most grains and industrials firm. notable advancers include Bethlehem Steel General Electric General Motors and Warner Brothers with mixed results across the rail and utility groups.
Detroit streetcar workers voted to end a 32 hour strike and resume service for about 800000 riders. The decision followed a conference between street railway directors and union leaders, with workers accepting the agreement reached early today. Clarence Benhing, 51, of Auburn, is highlighted in a Pottsville Chamber of Commerce feature noting his lack of sharing in life’s halo despite his age.
The text describes a mink as a fearless, fast, and deadly fighter. It then shifts to a global publishing note stating that about 200,100 books are published worldwide each year, highlighting vast book production.
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