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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1951
Page
5
Mississippi governor race tightens with Hugh White holding a slim lead over Ross Barnett as returns mount. White, approaching 70, regains first place after a brief loss to the 62-year-old lawyer, amid ongoing tabulations and shifting counts.
Mr and Mrs Glenn D Eldred were feted at Terbells for their 25th anniversary with a dinner. Guests included Homer Bulard Leslie Bulard and Ward Hewitt with family, plus many local attendees visiting relatives and attending events in Erie Grove City Pittsburgh and Cleveland. Several members of the community traveled for conventions, visits, or games while others planned trips to New Jersey Detroit and Thousand Islands.
About 60 members gathered Tuesday night for the Holy Name Society monthly meeting at St Elizabeths Hall. The session began with a rosary at the church, followed by a discussion led by Rev Lawrence Trembly of Union City about Christopher recordings on sex instruction and parental guidance. Members received tickets to sell toward raising society funds, with a 8:15 mass to conclude the evening at St Elizabeths Church.
The W G T U annual picnic occurred yesterday at Mrs. Floyt Johnson’s East Smith Street home with a 1 o’clock tureen dinner and a business meeting led by President Mrs. Ethelyn Chase. Activities included songs, devotions, scriptures from First John, a poem Saving My Body, and a Crusade Song reading. Memorial services honored Mrs. Hattie Bennink. New officers elected: President Mrs. C. A. Mountain, Vice President Mrs. VanTassel, Recording Secretary Mrs. Alfred Haenel, Treasurer Mrs. Louis Riveh, Corresponding Secretary Mrs. Grice Thompson. Next meeting set for September 4 at the Hast Church site, home of Mrs. Mountain.
Mayor J. Fred Kinley addressed Corry Rotary Tuesday on safety conditions in the city. He cited current regulations and proposed changes including six new one way streets, crossing gates and traffic lights, urging support for measures to protect pedestrians and traffic. Thirty-two members attended at Hotel Corry with one guest, WG. Brown of Jamestown, present. Robert Barto led singing with W. A. Leuby.
The 22nd annual Dingfelder family reunion gathered 53 relatives and friends at Mead Park on Sunday August 5. A bountiful picnic dinner followed by swimming visiting and a baseball game. Officers elected were Robert Meyer president Jack Walters vice president Mrs Ray Dingfelder secretary treasurer and Mrs Clarence Dingfelder Mrs Blof Dahl and Mrs Charles Haner dinner committee. Girls presented to oldest member Will Dingfelder and youngest Dale Johnson. Cream and cake served in the late afternoon.
A daughter was born Tuesday evening at Corry Memorial Hospital to Mr and Mrs Guald Lookenhouse of R D 1 Clymer. The birth names and further details appear in this brief local notice from the community newspaper.
The Lady Franklin Rebekah Lodge met in the I C O F Hall with Noble Grand Mi Glenn Gates presiding. Thirty members and one guest, Mrs. Clara Blanch of Baltimore, attended. A committee was formed to travel to Erie on Thursday to coordinate with other fraternal groups for the August 16 centennial parade. Refreshments were provided by Mrs. W. F. Thiessen, Mrs. Gates, and Mrs. Catherine Buxton.
Jackson-Lindstrom marriage announced for Mary Ellen Jackson, oldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Alphonso Jackson of Essex Street, to Donald Lindstrom of Sclola Street. Ceremony by Rev Whippo at his hemp in Clymer on July 30 at 9 30 pm. Bride wore satin taffeta dress with corsage of sweet peas. attendant Mrs Charles Jackson in white. best man Charles Jackson. Couple to reside with groom’s family after graduation.
At 212 West Main the Roden household hosted a birthday party for Robert Roden Jr. with 18 attendees and games. First prize went to Dee Dimick, with William Sample, John Jackson, and Joseph Baressi taking other prizes. favors were candy, and refreshments included cake, ice cream, and soft drinks.
The Friendship Aid of the Evangelical United Brethren Church held its August meeting at a member’s home with 18 attendees. New officers were elected: President Mrs Ed win Borstorff, Vice President Mrs Carrier, Secretary Mrs William Halfast, Assistant Secretary Mrs Geraldish, Treasurer Mrs Marshall Shergand, Chaplain Mrs Robert Shen fot, Assistant Chaplain Mrs Raymond. A foggy picture presentation followed and refreshments were served. The next meeting on August 31 will be a roast at Mrs Glenn Humes home on West Smith Street.
Mrs George Hopkins of 34 Marion street hosted a Sunday birthday party for her husband. Eighteen guests played bingo with prizes won by Robert Markle Mrs Edward Lewis Mrs Robert Markle and Richard Paver. Door prizes went to Lewis Smith Edward Lewis and Norman Lewis. The hostess served macaroni salad perfection salad baked beans rolls coffee and birthday cake. The honored guest received many gifts.
Four year old Carol Ann Cole daughter of Mr and Mrs John Cole of Route 4 celebrated with a picnic at home yesterday relatives attended the event. Gifts were described as very nice and the gathering was enjoyable.
The Corry Local of the Dairymen's League met at the McCray Community House. President Joseph McCray and secretary F G Haryny led proceedings. Mrs Horale Howard reported on the district meeting held July 27 at Waterford and outlined plans for milk producers' improved service. Cake was served to 75 attendees. An September session will elect delegates for the October 8 annual meeting. Attendance aimed for the Dairymen's League picnic at Capodotha Lake on August 14.
Senator McCarthy plans to reveal a list of 24 current or recently employed State Department officials he says are under loyalty investigations. He indicated some hold high positions and that two have been suspended, two resigned, and one cleared, naming roles from foreign affairs to ambassador at large.
Yale University warned students in letters dated August 1 that cheating on exams rude behavior and skipping classes will not be tolerated and may lead to dismissal Dean William C Devane noted concerns about manners and ethics since World War II American milk production reached 120 million pounds last year near the 1945 peak of 121 million pounds.
The W. F. C. S. Circle No 1 of the First Methodist Church held a picnic at Marsh cottage on Stow on Chainangua Lake. A noon dinner was enjoyed and the afternoon included social time and games. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 4.
Ontario Premier Leslie Frost ordered police to stop any more Niagara Falls barrel ventures following the death of William Hill. The move targets actions seen as pointless and not advancing knowledge. Despite the ban there is no clear word on whether New York’s Leste Sander will proceed with plans to descend the falls in a metal barrel on August 4.
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