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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1956
Page
5
A garbled fragment shows mayoral remarks about cleaning actions and proposals. The readable words reference cleaning, the city, and a discussion of what to do next, but precise details, names, dates, and outcomes are missing. The item suggests a brief public meeting or policy note with uncertain quotes.
Fragmented text lists various prices and items the Rex dealer may stock including toys and small goods. Numbers like 25,000, 475.00, 5495.00, and 195.00 appear, but context is unclear. The readability is limited with missing words and garbled phrases.
A large gathering entertained Mrs. Lawrence Redding and two daughters at Gatling Saturday evening. Guests included Twila McClotland, Misses Rachel Wright and Kathteen Wright among many from Wattabillires and nearby towns. Attendants served ice cream wafers and Kool-Aid. gifts were displayed as the bride’s party paused for music and tributes.
Amici Bible Class of the Evangelical United Brethren Church met at Bear Lake with 21 members present for the regular gathering. Mrs. Bergman and Mrs. Armitage led the program, a brief wedding notice followed, and a social period concluded the event after a short devotional.
The Mary Circle held a Mead Park picnic as part of the Woman's Society monthly meeting. Attendees included Mrs Jones, Mrs Dolhld, and Miss Eva Spier, with social activities and a candletest following the meal.
Corry Grange No 65 held a meeting last evening with visiting members noted from Hydgtows and Cohimbis. Miss Eileen Humphrey was chosen as their Potato Queen candidate for the ensuing festival. Reported social events included a Seventh District Club meeting at Take Bhorp Grange on August 28.
The Washington street area hosts a birthday party for seven year old Tommy Dominessy Saturday from 2 PM featuring games such as baseball pin the tail donkey badminton and other activities. A prize was awarded and gifts were given while candy and drinks were served.
A surprise birthday party was held Saturday evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Leelie Wilkinson for Mrs. William Crane. Twenty four guests attended with cake, ice cream, sandwiches and beverages served. Out of town visitors included Miss Fred Smith of Spring Creek, Mr. and Mrs. John Miller and daughter Mary Judith of War Ten, Mrs. Nellie Wickwite of Collinsville and others from Irwin, with many gifts given.
Mrs Earle Hasbrouck hosted the Martha Circle of the Woman's Society at the First Methodist Church. Eleven members attended with two new members. Mrs Herbert Loveland chaired. devotions by Mrs Zulli McElroy. prayer by Mrs Elizabeth Nelly. Mrs Joe Gilgit led a program on Japanese and Korean education. Next meeting September 4 at Mrs Ruby Stump's home.
A son was born yesterday afternoon to Mr. and Mrs. Nell Stutaman of North Town Pa. Grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Willard Stitaman and Mr. and Mrs. Emmett Suntley. A daughter was born late night to Mr. and Mrs. Sidney Smith of West Pleasant Street. Another daughter was born this morning to Mr. and Mrs. Richard Allison of Lakewood at Corry Memorial Hospital.
Radio schedule rundown lists Rev William Seitz classes and services across morning to afternoon slots. Programs include music segments at 7 30 8 15 12 30 and 1 00 with various hosts and church services noted.
Miss Shirley Damon, soon to wed Philip Gravink on Saturday August 18, was honored at a Friday evening bridal party hosted by Mrs. Lawrence Redding of Cutting. Fourteen guests attended, with games and awards for several guests, a bridal motif buffet, and gifts for the honoree from friends and relatives.
William Armitage Sr president of the U S Route Association spoke to the Kiwanis Club at the weekly meeting held yesterday at the Howl Corry. Richard Walker chaired the program as Armitage detailed Route 6 history and its towns. He urged against declaring Route 6 a super highway and asked for federal funds to maintain and improve the road while preserving its scenic status.
The Navy Mothers Club held a picnic dinner at the IOOF Hall due to bad weather with 29 attendees including sub members and their families. Mrs Harvey Loveland and Mr Clarence Cox led the committee serving a bountiful tureen supper at 11 30. A brief visit followed and plans were set for the September 1 meeting because Labor Day moved the regular date.
In Boston, a Superior Court trial for eight men charged in the Brink's robbery began with jury selection of 12 members and two alternates. Prosecutors and defense attorneys faced an unprecedented pool of about 2,000 potential jurors as the panel process started.
The local Pentedostal congregation at 102 West Pleasant Street voted to rename the church to Corry Assembly of God. Pastor Rev. J B Kelly, active in the Corry Area Ministerial Association since 1954, notes the Assemblies of God has about 900000 members globally. Plans include a new church building and a second city location with street parking.
Simon I Uh, a 53 year old Somerset attorney and Somerset County Democratic chairman, was appointed by the State Milk Control Commission to fill the unexpired term of Charles J. O Laughlin of Aliquippa. The term runs until May 4, 1957. Uh will represent consumers on the commission.
Judge Felix Forte presided on the first day of Sal yesterday as defense motions dominated tense arguments. The rite of 100 day summons involved both men and women, with proceedings focusing on the Wax order and its implications.
Two women died and several others were injured in separate crashes on Route 66 north of Clarion and Route 322 east of Clarion. Mrs. John McClelland of New Bethlehem burned after a rear collision with a station wagon. Paul Morris and three passengers had minor injuries. In the second wreck, Marjorie Ferringer of Clarion died when her car collided head on with a vehicle driven by Fred Tratster of Shippenville. Arnold Ferringer and three children were treated for minor injuries.
A former headwaiter at the Willdorf Astoria Hotel pleaded guilty in federal court in Brooklyn to evading federal income taxes. Hagedorn was released on $5,000 bail and faces sentencing September 10 before Judge Muthhewer.
Mrs G Castrantas 322 West Pleasant Street died this morning at Corry Memorial Hospital after a long illness. Born in Megapolis Greece she married Gus Castrantas in 1914 and came to the United States settling in Conneaut then Cory. Surviving: husband two daughters Miss Bessie Castrantas and Mrs Edward J Twardy and son Harry all of Buffalo another son Lewis killed in World War I in Germany. Also brothers Jamies Nevros Washington DC and siblings in Greece and a granddaughter Linda Disha Twirdy Buffalo. Visitation at Bracken Funeral Home and services to be announced.
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