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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Apr 30, 1957

Page

5

Social Highlights From Eggertsville and Nearby Visits

Clyde Paulson of Eggertsville was a weekend guest of Mr and Mrs Harry Paulson for the funeral of his brother Charles Paulson. Several locals attended events including a Moose party raising funds for Homemaking and Ritual work, with prizes awarded and a TV table donated by Wester Auto Store.

Clyde Paulson Eggertsville N. C Harry Paulson Wayne Street Charles Paulson Harold W. Rhodes Myrtle Bellew S. C Ater Walter D Rhodes Virginia Alexandria C.K. Pulling Erie Erie County Motor Club L. H. Schwab Tidioute George Aldrich Snyder Circle Pattie Graham Charles C. Graham East Main ‘Street University of New York State College For Teachers At Buffalo Charles V. Graham Gene Barnett Jacksonville Fila Fort Niagara Youngstown N.Y East Main Street Fips Richard Fairchild Walter Reed Hospital Washington, D. C Harry Fairchild East Pleasant Street Wester Auto Nancy Cerri Paul Skeppel Arthur Shields Abu Slagle Richard Christensen Henry Davis Jr Dorothy Hstes Clyde Reyolds Russell Dinefelder Lingh Sargent Richard Hurlbot Charles Thompson Richard Triskel Leroy Dickinson Harold Jackson Lawrence McCray Santo Leone Helen Gate Aldrew Syentek Hoy Davis Jr Ruth Jude J Richard Orn Mary Chamberlain Richard Bashofer Frank Ostberg Terry McGahen Milas Delores Peterson

Odd Fellows Plan Spring Meet in Corry High School

North Western Pennsylv ania Odd Fellows prepare for the spring session to be held Saturday May 18 at Corry Area High School. Delegates and visitors from Odd Fellows and Rebekah lodges are expected. The association supports the Odd Fellows Children’s Home at Meadville now caring for 53 children under Superintendent Charles Gape and staff.

Odd Fellows Odd Fellows Association Northwestern Pennsylvania Lloyd Eaton North East Corry Area High School Rebecca Origes Northwestern Association Odd. Fellows Meadville Charles Gape

Cemetery Association Meets Elects Officers

West Spring Creek Cemetery Association met at the West Spring Creek Church on Saturday afternoon. Mrs Clyde Morton president led the meeting with financial reports for the year and notes that the newly added ground has been mapped and plots are available. Officers elected were Mrs Clyde Morton president Mrs Bar Davis vice president Mrs Glenn Eldred secretary and Mrs Paul Whaley treasurer. Trustees elected were Clyde Morton for three years Earl Davis for two years and Paul Whaley for one year.

Glenn Eldred Paul Whaley Clyde Mor+ton Earl Davis

Miss Mabel Cooper Bridal Shower for Wedding to David Meredith

A bridal shower for Miss Mabel Cooper was held at the home of Mr. Merediths uncle in Prewsburg. Guests from Sugar Grove Warren and Bear Lake played bingo with prizes awarded to several guests. Menu included Gulver salad sandwiches relishes cake jello and coffee as Miss Cooper opened gifts for her upcoming marriage set for dune 1st.

Mabel Cooper David Meredithon Dune Meredith Unl Wirs Melvin Engle Prewsburg Edward Meredith Jamies Hallquist Edna Belt Warren Bartsch Jimes Gulver Lalér

Annual Girl Scout Dinner For Adults Slated

The annual Girl Scout dinner for Erie County registered adults will be held in May at Millcreek McDowelligh School cafeteria 3400 West 88th Street. Reservations may be made with the neighborhood chairman by tomorrow. the program and business meeting follow at 8 p.m. in the school auditorium.

Erie County Millcreek McDowelligh West 88Th Street Doadline Mie Audi~ Fortum Wis

Lynnette Paulson Is Honored At Birthday Party

Lynnette Paulson aged seven was feted by her parents Mr and Mrs Harry Paulson Jr at a Saladay afternoon gathering. Friends and siblings attended as games and prizes featuring Marci Stahl and Rebecca Patton were played. Refreshments included ice cream chocolate milk and mints as Lynnette opened gifts from her friends.

Lynnette Paulson Harry Paulson Jr Lynnnette Marci Stahl Rebeccs Patton Lytinette

Flower Show Showcases African Violets at Bemus Point

Local residents are invited to a two day flower show featuring Mrs. Florence Underwood’s African violet collection from Bemus Point. The exhibit runs Saturday 1 to 8 PM and Sunday 1 to 6 PM at the Frankson Flower Formity in Jamestown New York with admission noted as modestly priced.

Florence Underwood Bemus Point Frankson Jamestown N.Y Jon Bettie Clarged Nei Fraikson

Spring Creek Township PTA Elects Officers

The Spring Creek Township Parent-Teacher Association met at the West Spring Creek school. A preschool program led by Mrs. Ralph Eastman and Mrs. Raymond Briggs showcased a film titled Child Development. Officers elected were Mrs. Thomas Felton president Mrs. Harold Cobb vice president Mr. John Logan secretary and Mrs. Everett Greeley treasurer.

Sue uMeetig Que John Logan

Concord Girls 4-H Club Elects Officers at Meeting

The Concord Girls 4-H Club met last Friday with Mrs. Joseph McCray in Jamestown. Marilyn Stultz was elected president, Sandra Lee McCray vice president, Phyllis Chelton secretary-treasurer, and Donna Morris reporter. They chose “Pasty Sanwies” as their project and adopted the club name “Lynghine Cookies.” Light refreshments followed. next meeting set for May 10 at Mrs. McCray’s.

Marilyn Stultz Sandra Lee McCray Phyllis Chelton Donna Morris Ows Pasty Sanwies Lynghine

Mrs Dochtery Honored At Surprise Church Party

A surprise birthday celebration for Mrs. E. C. Docherty was held at the Cheletian and Missionary Alliance Church by church women. Twenty nine guests attended with cards and a purse of money received. Refreshments included Jello cake tea and coffee.

E. C. Docherty Cheletian and Missionary Alliance Church Cnmes Docherty Arlene Canfield Olive DeJenn Ralph Ward Marjorie Nichols

Church Council Plans Religious Census in Corry Area

The Corry Area Churches Council met last evening at First Methodist Church with Rev H Ray Harris presiding. Rev George Myers led devotions as eight member churches responded. finances were reviewed. a Youth Division constitution was approved. a religious census planning committee was formed. concern voiced over salacious literature. World Day of Prayer offering noted. next meeting set for July 22.

Council of David Myers Corry

Craftsmen Show In Erie Thursday An Announcement

Erie Chapter Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen announces a Thursday meeting at the Erie Museum. Mrs Charles Wilson museum assistant will speak on Designs of all types and share design ideas from in stock museum materials. A second event is the Cleveland Craft Show in May with Cecil Minton chair chartering a bus from Erie.

Erie Pennsylvania Cleveland Brie Cecil Minton

May Use Force To Bring Woman To Pardons Probe

A Philadelphia woman will be compelled to Harrisburg to testify before a state pardons committee about suspected influence on a commutation. Ruby Werner Costello claimed she paid 50 to secretary Frank Henn to help her husband David Kohn, but the testimony labeled her claims as lies. The hearing party planned to enforce attendance, with state police ready to enforce a subpoena.

Ranudpur State Pardons Board Atate Poricrmen Philadelphia Harrisburrg David Kohn Ruby Werner Costello Frank Henn Hean Costello James Evans Harrisburg Kohn James Costello 95 Esposito Parole Board

Cecile Dionne Plans Wedding in Fall

Cecile Dionne plans a fall wedding with radio technician Philippe Langlois 26, likely after her August nursing course graduation in Montreal. Parents Mr and Mrs Oliva Dionne of Callander Ontario approve. The couple also eyes a European honeymoon following the ceremony.

Simlral Dionne Europe Cecile Montreal Philippe Langlois Oliva Dionne Callander Ont

Reservations Open For Agent Departure From Cleveland

The text notes leaving Cleveland that evening at eight o'clock and invites reservations with Mrs Minton as soon as possible, indicating a travel or appointment arrangement coordinated by the agent.

Cleveland

U S Delays Visit Of Queen Health Blamed In Augusta

A London report saying Queen Elizabeth’s visit to the United States was postponed was called completely wrong by President Eisenhower’s headquarters in Augusta Georgia. The White House denied any invitation delay citing Mrs. Eisenhower’s health as a possible reason.

U. S Mamie Augusta United States Queen Elizabeth London Eisenhower London Daily Sketch

Postponed State Visit Sparks Nervous Expectation

Washington correspondent Richard Greenough reports the trip is postponed to next spring. Mrs Mamie Eisenhower, already anxious, is unsettled by the prospect of no full scale state visit. She has heart murmur and should avoid strain. White House secretary Hagerty disputes the story, reaffirming full understanding between UK and US governments. The President supports this stance.

United States

Comet Seen Across Corry Area This Week

Hundreds in Corry saw a bright comet last night crossing a clear sky, visible without full dark conditions. Professors Dr. James B. Schroyer of Waynethure College and Dr. Richard L. Brown of Allegheny College described its appearance, movement toward the Big Dipper, and a likely stay through mid May, noting its large size and particulate tail formation.

Corry James B. Schroyer Waynethure College Richard L. Brown Allegheny College Meadville Tkis

Dag Hammarskjold Meets Pope Pius XII in 40 Minute Talk

Dag Hammarskjold and Pope Pius XII held a private 40 minute discussion in the Vatican. No subject details were disclosed. Hammarskjold traveled from New York and spoke with President Giovanni Grondht. officials hinted readiness to welcome the United States at any time.

Dag Pope Vatican Hashmarakjod Pope Pius Hammarskjold Rome New York Giovanni Grondht

Coates Opens Campaign for Second Erie County Sheriff Term

John L. Coates launched his bid for a second four year term as Erie County Sheriff on the Republican ticket. With more than 22 years in county law enforcement, Coates built a career as a detective under Mortimer Graham and later helped shape reforms that remain in force today. He is married to Margaret Peterson and lists community memberships including Commonwealth Lodge F and AM Shrine Danish Club and the Sutegy Committee of the Pennsylvania Sheriffs Association. He resides at 2531 Hust Lake Run, Lawrence Park.

John L. Coates Erie County Erie Coates Erie ‘County Goates Mortimer Graham Burton Laub D&trict Immish Demian McLaughlin Aoney Goates Church of the Covenant Commonwealth Lodme Shrine Oratto Sportsman's Club Hairs Forresters Monuszko Calabrese Moose Sutegy Pennsylvania Sheriffs’ Association Bharlif Conios Hak Druwis Court Age Bar Association Tor de Fone Margaret Peterson Nvest Hust Lake Run Lawrence Pak

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