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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 30, 1942
Page
5
A lengthy radio program guide lists broadcasts from CBS NBC and BLU across the day. It covers discussions on politics war culture and commerce with notable speakers and performances. It notes Mr. and Mrs. Joan L. Sullivan visiting Buffalo for navy examination preparations.
Adelaide Kere profiles Mrs. Guy Cheney of Corning New York a state federation leader and assemblywoman who champions practical action for women in national affairs She organized a New York luncheon conference pairing industrial leaders with influential women to discuss economic education and industry problems urging middle aged women to contribute locally and nationally through planning budgets and work in communities
Miss Dorothy Chaffee and Ralph C. Davis, both of Wattsburg, were married Friday evening at the bride’s home by Rev. Ralph Metcalf. The couple was attended by Miss Dorothy Williams and Ralph Williams. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Williams and others from nearby towns. The couple will reside on South Street in Wattsburg.
Miss Phyllis Dietzel daughter of Mr and Mrs Harold Dietzel was honored at a variety shower hosted by her mother and grandmother Mrs Doss J Saxton at Saxton home in Lake Wood. Her June 27 wedding to Ralph Till of Buffalo was announced with gifts given to Mrs Alton Staples Mrs Victor Dietzel and Mrs David Parker. Out of town guests from Corry Pa included Mrs L K Hixson Mrs Walter Dundon Mrs G D Willett Mrs Donald DeJean and Mrs Lyle J Saxton.
Sgt Hugh DeLury and Miss Helen Roesch wed at Fort Benning on April 25. The bride wore a blue wool suit with tan accessories and gardenia corsages. The groom, a Corry native, will become a lieutenant Friday May 1 and join a parachute unit.
The N F Club gathered at Mrs A A Merker on Wright Street with six members present for an evening of sewing and visiting. Refreshments were served by the hostess. The readied dessert featured grapefruit halves with a light butter glaze and maple syrup served hot.
Mrs George Wood of West Con gir entertained the members of the N B Club at her home last evening. After a general business discussion games followed with prizes. Miss Hilla Belle Roschie and Miss Roschie were honored at the party with a birthday cake at the table. The next meeting will be a picnic at Mrs Wood’s home in May.
Twenty six members attended the Methodist church Men’s Brotherhood supper last evening with Jim steak dinner served by Circle No 1. Rev J A Cousins of Movtsville spoke and presented president E J Reneau with a gift as he nears a move from Dorey. Later a financial report was led by Mr Reneau.
The Corty Safety Council met for a chicken dinner at the Post House last evening. President Wicker Nigh presided as general business discussed safety patrol plans for the year and decisions to purchase new equipment for use at the start of the next school term. The council also decided to meet once a month.
Tom visits Kate and enjoys Fruited Spice Cake flavors as Kate bakes with Rumford powder, praised for lightness. A free patriotic pamphlet offers sugarless recipes to conserve for victory, mentioning Wimford Baking Powder and Hor ES.
A Wednesday evening gathering at Club Social Gatherings No. 1 drew good attendance. The Missouri Fox Hunters entertainment report noted a fine sum realized by club experts. It was decided to hold weekly meetings until June and switch to semi monthly sessions from then on. Harlangs headquarters discussed federal retail sales tax and the issue was debated by the group.
Corry couple whis Hellunycine Boyd daughter of Mr and Mrs Melvin Boyd South Second avenue and James Irvin Gardner son of Mrs Hannah Gardner Corry were married in a wedding ceremony performed by Rev J Lindsey Saturday April 15 at the home of Mr and Mrs Livin McGee Brie The bride wore a blue gown with white accessories and a corsage of white gardenias Breakfast was served after the ceremony The couple will reside here Gardner is employed at Aera Supply Company
The Ladies Aid of the Baptist church met at Mrs W N Jones home on Marion street for an all day session. There was a small attendance but much sewing for the Red Cross accomplished. A luncheon was enjoyed at noon.
Mrs. Fred Hoenes hosted the Tuesday night Glay club at her North Center street home. Mrs. George Besson won high score, Mrs. Oscar Fritz low. Following the games, salad was served. Next meeting set for two weeks at Mrs. Besson’s 117 West Washington Street.
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