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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1941
Page
5
A cryptic note ponders the meaning of death and identity through paradoxical phrasing. It hints at a riddle-like exploration where parts of self meet beyond ordinary logic, inviting rereading of a life’s final boundary.
Hugh Walpole's Blind Man's House is discussed as his last novel, its plot of Julius Cromwell and a restless marriage amid village life. Critics praise Walpole's reputation while noting some contrived coincidences and a theatrical end. The piece also surveys William Allen White biography, The Man from Emporia, and other titles including The Don Flows Home to the Sea and Lord Broadway.
A double wedding at St Thomas church Corry featured Miss Mary Czech wedding Joseph J. Wawrefko and Miss Martha Mokwa marrying John Kalika. Both ceremonies included floral altars, formal gowns and attendants. Relatives from Erie Columbus Cleveland and Jamestown joined the celebrations with receptions at local venues and weeklong wedding trips planned.
Mrs Atta Smith Welsh hosted a luncheon at her Mast Washington Street home yesterday honoring Mrs W J Gartico of Jacksonville Florida and Meg Mary Crosby Doud of The Dalles Oregon visiting Warren for a few days. Guests included Mrs Bertha Lyons Miss Ethel McCray Mrs Wa McCray Jane and Ann McCray and Mrs Clair Smith Spencer West Virginia. Bridge was enjoyed and prizes awarded.
A spinster dinner was held this week at the Bayloft at Spartanshare in honor of Miss Verna Wetmore, the bride of Joseph Baressi. Attending were Mrs. Russell Davis, Mrs. Paul Labowski, Misses Lucille Barnes, Elva Owen, Lillian Spaulding, Shirley Orn, Anns Romanosky, and Miss Wetmore.
A gathering at a Spring Creek home yesterday celebrated the recent bride Mrs Bernard otter nee Florence Damon. Guests included Mrs Roy Lillie of Union City and Mrs 5 D Hatley and Mrs G C Warmer of Gerry. Lively games yielded prizes to Mrs A B Porter and Mrs Hatley as Mrs Donaldson served salad and dessert.
A small gathering last evening at the West Wayne Street home of Mrs. L. P. Baker and Mrs. Tae Rehnberg honored recent bride Miss Marsh. Eight guests enjoyed games and a light luncheon, with Miss Marsh assisted by her mother serving. The shower presented Mrs. Marsh with several gifts reflecting a cheerful, miscellaneous bridal occasion.
The secular meeting of the Women Bible Class of the United Brethren Church was held at Mrs. Tha Jewell’s Duane street home this evening. Twenty members attended and enjoyed the time. Mrs. Ghry Bennink, president, led the business session and My Boss Fleming directed devotions. This was the last meeting before new officers were inducted. Mrs. Tone Johnson led the program and refreshments followed.
The Golden Links Class members met at the Methodist church in Columbus for an evening picnic at the home of Mr. and Mrs. B. L. Swanson. Twenty five attended for a picnic supper and social visiting, with plans to resume regular meetings in September.
Mrs Pree Ross and Mrs Charles Fiobera will greet members at the Woman's Christian Union picnic to be held at Covuiee Park Columbus on Tuesday. A dinner will be served at noon and the business meeting in the afternoon will feature the selection of officers.
A son born this morning to Mr and Mrs Gerald Stagles of 16 East Bond street Corry. A son born this morning to Mr and Mrs Homer Taylor of 320 South Cerney Street Corry Hospital. Mrs Taylor formerly Havel Chamberlain.
Mrs W Reade Longhurst heading from Cincinnati Ohio will arrive today for weekend events in Dallas with Mr and Mrs I Dallas Smiley Also noted are Mrs Rollaité Hasbranck and a Wallen piece. a rust remover tip warns to avoid painting over large stains and instead treat porch furniture with steel wool then kerosene.
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