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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1945
Page
5
Betty Clarke discusses beauty lore on summer bathing and introduces a floral bath oil from a perfumer. The piece advises using a small amount in tub water or during shampoo rinses to scent hair and keep skin soft. It also notes a Ladies' Day event at a Country Club with 26 attendees and prizes.
Mrs. Tima Bratiffall hosted WC T U club activities on Est Frederick Street with devotion and exhibits. Delegates and alternates were named for a county conference at Fist Baptist Church on September 18, while members and other locals traveled for furloughs, visits, and community events across Corry and surrounding areas.
The Amici Sewing Circle gathered at Findley Lake with Mrs. Robert Fleming hosting. Nineteen members attended a tureen dinner. president Mrs. Murshall Sherwood led the meeting with devotions by Mrs. Gerald Bagley. Plans for September 4 include guest Miss Mildred Young, a United Brethren Missionary in Kentucky, and spouses are invited to attend. The afternoon included swimming, eating, and visiting.
The third instructional meeting for women volunteers at the Corry Veterans' Informational Center was held at the School District Office. Mildred Alfred of the American Red Cross explained the center's role and services for returning veterans. The next meeting is planned for September 4 with officials from the American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars to speak.
The Gary Rotary Club held its regular Tuesday dinner meeting at Hotel Corry at 6 15 PM. District Governor Charles Lilli pridee of Smettinort spoke on Rotary International activities. Attendees included Capt J Donald Watson of Orlando and guests Frank Bryming Rochester Pa V McMillan Lake Worth Fla and A E Hillel Pontiac Mich. A brief directors session followed.
D. M. Carrier was feted at a birthday dinner hosted by Mr. and Mrs. John Cartier on East Main Street. The celebration marked Carrier's 83rd birthday with a 1 pm dinner, cake, photos, and gifts from attending family and friends including Hoy Swart Emily Sue, Merle Jackman and family, and Goth of B.D. 1 Corry.
Mrs MRL Luise led the Lady Franklin Rebekah Lodge in the absence of the noble grand Mrs Florence Hauenstein. A birthday party honored Mrs Dollie Frity Mrs Rpude Stormes Mrs Carmike and Mrs Gertrude Mick. Prizes went to Mrs Emma Gallagher and Mrs Alma Erickson. Refreshments followed.
Miss Carolyn Marie Anderson and Charles Henry Kennedy wed at the Columbus Community Chapel at 7 20 PM with Rev L J Eighmey officiating. The bride wore a white satin gown with pearls and carried white roses. Miss Barbara Holstront was maid of honor. John Kennedy was best man. A reception followed at the bride’s home and the couple planned a brief wedding trip before Kennedy returns to Fort Benning Georgia to resume duties as an instructor. The bride is from Columbus. the groom is from this city. both have ties to local schools and military service.
Corryites hosted a group of friends at their Summer cottage on Canadohts Lake. A 6 30 p m tureen dinner was served to guests including Mr and Mrs Harold Patterson Mr and Mrs Porter Auer Dr and Mrs Hubert Meer tein Mr and Mrs Walter Scott Mr and Mrs Walter Aner and Mr and Mrs Lawrence Da Visom of Ants city and Rev B L Scott of Bryn Mawn.
The Wheat Flour Institute states the army and navy require enriched Nour and bread in all rations. Enriched bread products must carry vitamins, aiding a diet heavy in bread for soldiers and sailors.
The article notes that certain fabrics resist ironing when they develop a shiny surface. The shine indicates scorching in other fabrics, suggesting a cautionary sign for fabric care and pressing methods.
Miss Ruth Johnson daughter of Mr and Mrs Oscar Johnson of West Church Street will serve as dean of women at Taylor University Upland Indiana for the coming year after teaching in Warren schools for three years. She graduated from Corry Senior High School and from Taylor University in 1940 and returns to her alma mater as a faculty member.
Level the range to prevent water spray and improve efficiency. Ensure burners and cooking units are level to avoid slow heating. Excessive voltage shortens appliance life and risk. Have a serviceman inspect range installation or slow cooling and overheating to protect the unit.
The Columbus 4 H Club met at Mrs Warlo Morris home in Columbus. Miss Alene Morris led a breakfast table setting demonstration and a later outing to Columbus Park featured a wiener roast and ball. Miss Close Bates hosts next Tuesday at 9 80 for a salad and sandwich preparation demonstration.
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