Lessons From the Garand and Bayonet Drills in Camp
In this camp diary style report soldiers describe training with the M1 Garand and bayonet work. Mentions include Lt. Bob Browd’s absence, scores by Cpl. Albert Swiderski and others, and upcoming 22 range and bayonet tests. Footnote references to weekends at Corry and visits from George Andrus are noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beth
Bob" Browd
Bob
Albert Swiderski
Richard Trisket
Thomas Roblots
Pyt
James Dingle
Joseph Kuczaj
First Elas
Victor Nielsen
John Ford
Ross Fehlman
Pall McClellan
Cless
Merritt Pequeen
Rus Sel Lord
Pat
Robert Toner
Waller Sears
Debury
Sucre
Ross G
Fehlman
Corry
George
Dairymen’s League
Andrus
Rina
Glind
Knox stresses Erie defense value of aviation hub
Secretary Knox declares Erie Port airfield key to U S defense and transcontinental flight refueling in the Great Lakes region. He cites WPA and national airport program upgrades as essential to national defense, noting correspondence to Senator Davis and city officials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles R. Barber
Erie
War Department
Knox
District G Boy Scout Log Highlights Local Plans and Jamborees
At a District Committee meeting in Erie local scouts discussed forming a district unofficial ship with up to $20 for materials. Merit Badge Show set for May 14 at the old armory, Corry and Union City scouts participating, small admission ten cents. Spring jamboree planned May ith in Corry to model standard requirements for district competition. Reorganization shifts: Fomey becomes District Vice Chairman to be replaced as assistant district commissioner. Troop 70 and Cub program updates include Tenderfoot progress, a dart base ball game, and new Den assignments. Upcoming troop meetings emphasize uniforms and Cub achievements. Fire safety concern noted as wrass fires epidemic prompts attention to prevent hazards.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
District Counseil
Scout Nue
Mssurinig
Scoute
Buildine
Erie
Corry
Caine Commission
Corey
Union City
Rce
Bob Whittier
Fomey
Mace
Troon 10
Troop 70
Max Powers
Allen Armitige
Wes
Dick Martin
J. Frank Bub
Omb den
Ming
Robert Loveland
Denner
Troop 83
Beaver Patrol
Jack Dempsey
P. L
John Rickers
A. P.L
Donald Noble
Max Brown
Charles Rathessle
John Kennedy
Rodger Amy
Flaming Arrow Patrol
Bob Curtis
P. 4
Dale Dunnihoo
A. P. Is
Bob Spencer
Kline
Larry
Dick Williams
Stewart
Beagle
Flaming Arrow
Beaver
Pennsylvania Tuberculosis Society to Meet in Erie
The 49th Pennsylvania Tuberculosis Society conference runs April 16 and 17 at the Hotel Lawrence Erie. Highlights include a Christmas Seal Service with Charles J Newcomb and Miss Frances Brophy, a joint Rotary meeting at the Boston Store, and remarks by city officials and Lt. Col. Edgar Everback on public health in relation to national defense preparations. The public is invited to attend sessions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pennsylvania Tuberculosis Society
Lawrence
Charles J. Newcomb
Frances Brophy
National Tuberculosis Association
U. S. Army
Pennsylvania Selective Service Hoard
Fear Sheffield Girl Stranded in Balkans War
Warren Pa April 12 The Sirens war in Yugoslavia draws unusual focus on the Vincent Manold family of Sheffield Their daughter Lidemilor Mangle 20 is believed stranded in north western Yugoslavia under German air blitz Her family says she went to Trieste Italy then Vienna to study medicine at the University of Austria Weeks ago she asked for passage back to the United States plans were made for Lisbon then ship travel Nothing further has been heard and she is presumed still in Yugoslavia.
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Sheffield
Balkans
Warren
Yugoslavia
Vincent Manold
Lidemilor Mangle
Ldublann
Germany
Miss Manald
Trieste
Italy
Vienna
University of
Austria
Manald
New Improv TD Treatment for Alcoholism at Shadyside Sanitarium
A Pittsburgh ad touts a new improv td treatment for alcoholism promising shorter, easier recovery with lasting sobriety. It claims an ethical, reasonable price, no 2 day cure, and offers literature free. Call or write Shadyside Sanitarium 6308 and 4311 Marchand 17. Pittsburgh PA, Telephone EMerson 9380.
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Shadyside Sanitarium
Marchand
Pittsburgh
Emerson
Spring Creek News Briefs From April Twenty Seventh
Community notes list residents visiting relatives over Easter and relatives traveling to and from Erie Corry Titusville and Kane. Local families, soldiers on leave, students and travelers are mentioned, with several visits to or from relatives and prayers for recovery.
Corry School News Highlights Class and Community Events
Corry School News details a busy period with dance lessons improving student confidence, a successful music program, and campus performances. It notes faculty attendance at regional events, student achievements, and upcoming vacations with staff relocations and classroom activity across local schools.
Visit and family gather in weekend in Meadville
Miss Ester Beantiage visits with her mother Mrs. Girdline Brundaze and family over the weekend. Miss Betty Kafferlin teaches in St Meadvilla and is home for the week. Mr and May Miner attend the funeral of Mrs. Myrtle Allens in Cambridge Springs Thursday afternoon.
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Meloy
Chirlotte
Swent Fehlay Bop
Armes Turis
Younpsville
Che Weelenih
Mra Brani
Stewart
Westport
Win
Muss Deno
Jackson
A. TL
Mallemn
Kane
Prances Sheppert
Titusville
Otto Buettner
Nanty
Erie
Wylie Donaldlson
Kenneth Wiley
Worth Wareren
Paul Stone
Armstrong
Onion City
Clan Airs
Glenne Denaldson
Edward Taylor
New York City
SW Taylor
Moylan Donelusph
Girs
Strong Memorial
Rochester
Weil
L. R. Donaldson
Harriett Donon
Mervyn Sehuelsens
Clayton Damon
Wasler
W. P. Sickler
Hastings Jones
Cor
McKelvey
Betty Wollett
O. H. Clarke
Harry Snyder
Corry
Roy Lille
Union City
Lee Lillie
Will Sen Aster
Dinalison
Naval Hospital
Philadelphia
Warten
Jy Hae
Foronin Daeterluke
Ester Beantiage
Girdline
Brundaze
Donaldson
Erma Ally
Prairie
Radient College Anghi Banque
Kepler
Meadville
Betty Kafferlin
St Meadvilla
St Meadvilla, Is Home For the Weetteld. Mr and May
Myrtle Allens
Cambridge Springs
Pfernoé
Sunidi Elementary Fleet Grade Arts Day Recap
Sunidi Elementary pupils enjoyed a cheerful afternoon with crafts and refreshments. Students decorated water color exes and papers while costume pairings and a style show among sixth graders highlighted the event. New student George Striner from Czechoslovakia was noted amid grade activities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sunidit
Cleo Hall
Tively Guster-Beg Tani
Whono
Willie Sikttr Grode
George Striner
Czechoslovakia
Pitty
Ridgway Workers Vote Union Affiliation
In Ridgway a union affiliation election was held at the courthouse on Thursday. One hundred thirteen ballots were cast with 112 favoring the union, conducted by the National Relations Board.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ridgway Workers
Amdoway
Nasioni
GIO
Hillerd & Merril Circle
Ringway
Thursaty
Afleenoe
Court House
the Nations Relations Bosid
Fifth and Sixth Grades Plan Baseball League
Foncorg School reports the Fifth and Sixth Grades organizing a junior baseball league with a champion team from Concord and Grade Two pupils in room one boasting a perfect weekly aptitude test. Notable students include Charles Houghtling Skippy Christy Charlie Elehynski Edgar Davis Thomas Eastman and Joyce Alexander. Patrerview Grade Two welcomes Ervin Goodwill from North East. First through Third grades prepared Easter baskets and enjoyed a spring break activity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foncorg School
Sen
Whey Plan
Concord le Bisy Olier
Leonard Hixcon Ly
Charles Houghtling
Skippy Christy
Charlie Elehynski
Edgar Davis
Thomas Eastman
Joyce Alexander
Patrview
Ervin Goodwill
North East
Renne Tay
Washington School Enrollment and Park Race Winners
Three new pupils Patty Eva and Leo Pless enrolled at Washington School. Tehore Austin of room three helped warm up the Faster race held in the park on Wednesday and received a pocketbook prize. Percy Thaner Robert Lawson and Richard Day of room four were also Withers in the record.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Patty
Eva
Leo Pless
Tehore Austin
Oom
Percy Thaner
Robert Lawson
Richard: Day
Reco
Enrollment in CCC Camps Opens in Erie County
The Erie County enrollment for CCC camps is under way. Eligible youths aged 16 to 25 who have completed some schooling may apply at the offices of the pull assistance department at 135 Ross 9th Street Erie or the Municipal Building Corey. Applicants must be scheduled for examinations by April 15. Benefits include training and potential advancement in the services, with six months of service aiding adjustment and promoting future opportunities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C.L
Erie
Erie County
Rass 9Th Street
Evie
Corey
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