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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Dec 08, 1956

Page

3

Erie zoning delays prompt hearings set for December

The Erie board considers delaying enactment of zoning laws as hearings are scheduled for December 12, 13, and 14. PRI-Evie Keil Estate Bond and Connell seek a six month extension for endowment while council debates the code’s adoption after the hearings. Mayor Gardner suggests submitting the delay request to the city planning commission.

Erie Board PRI Evie Keil Connell Council Grimm Marsh REB Whre Nol Hee Marsh Toca Feil Estate Gardner City Planning Commission Planning Commissioners Motta Knowles White Exlix

Mayor Orders Probe into Mistreatment Allegation

Bris mayor Arthur Gardner ordered an investigation after citizen Fe Lewis Thomas 31 doorman at Uefachenge Hotel accused a policeman of stopping him while driving from Tawrencr Garage. Thomas said the officer yelled insulted him twice, grabbed his lapel, and refused to let him call a tow truck or answer the hotel phone. Thomas also works as assistant funeral director at Mason's Funeral Home and plans to enter the ministry.

Bris Arthur Gardner Councll Lewis Thomas Uefachenge Tawrencr Thomas Tng Mason's Funeral

Miner Killed in Nanty Cho Bethlehem Mine Accident

Nanty Cho near Nanty Glo reports the death of William Simmers 64 from Nanty Glo who was found dead in a mine car at Bethlehem Mines Corps Mine 31. Deputy Coroner Richard P Wilkinson states a head injury from a bump on a slow spot caused fatal skull fracture. Separately Dr Arthur Lange 67/8 a composer and conductor associated with the film industry died yesterday in Washington.

Johnstown Bethlehem Mines’ Corps Nanty Cho William Simmers Nanty Washington Arthur Lange Lim Studios

Missionaries Edia Silvis to Leave for Africa

A farewell service will honor Rev Edia Silvis and his wife Carolyn as missionary candidates. The Silvis family of Corry joins eight month old Martha doy in leaving for New York Monday. sailing December 17 for six months of study in France and Switzerland before heading to Gabon in French Equatorial Africa. Edin graduated from Corry High School in 1951 and both earned BS degrees from Nyack Missionary College. The public is invited.

Christian and Missionary Allance East Washington Street Maple Avenue Edia Silvis Africa Silvis Martha Doy New York France Switzerland Gaage Gabon French Equatorial

Rebels Attack Reds In Hungary Continues From Page One

report from Wisahly region north of Miskolc cites continued partisan fighting and Russian withdrawal difficulties as rebels hide in forests and strike with local support. Budapest faces strikes and labor unrest amid Yugoslav diplomatic tensions over arrest of former Hungarian premier and Yugoslavia’s ambassador’s departure signals cooled ties.

Hungary Wisahly Miskolc Pécs Budapest Pees Central Workers Council Halenba Nad Rogime Dingei Yugoslavia Pito Time Nopy Radio Belgrade Delibor Soldatic

Gas Rate Fight Saves Area Users 300000

City county joint effort to fight a 14 percent gas rate hike has saved area residents about 300000 so far. Commissioners budget an additional 5000 next year with city to match, aiming for ongoing savings for roughly 68000 gas customers. Solicitor Jacob Held notes the effort has delayed rate increases through the heating season and may yield permanent annual savings.

Jacob Held Wetton

Seven Pittsburgh Men Arrested for Post Office Job Fraud

FBI agents arrested seven Pittsburgh men on charges of falsifying applications for temporary jobs as part time mail carriers with the Post Office Department during the Christmas rush. They were held for a federal grand jury before U. S. Commissioner E. H. Winterrowd. Names listed include Hueston E. Buttt, 45. Harry F Coffey, 45. John P. Diffy, 42. Jack Hirshman, 37. Paul R. Kelley, 40. Raymond J. Linden, 29. James V. Ragland.

John P. Diffy Jack Hirshman Paul R. Kelley Raymond J. Linden James V. Ragland

First Baptist Church Service Schedule and Events

West Pleasant Street and Second Avenue hosts First Baptist Church led by Rev. Robert J. DeBoer with daily services on radio at 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. including Sunday School at 9:45 a.m. and youth, Deacon, and choir activities through the week plus a Bethany Youth Rally on Tuesday and a midweek prayer service.

First Baptist Cruagh West Pleasant Street Second Avenue Robert J. DeBoer WOTR Ralph Austin Gladys Blynt Robert Henderson Donald Simmonson Board of Deacons Bethany Our Church Ladies Fellowship Forest Peiffer Fifth Avenue Vogt Lambert Bosak Eva Kepler Thomas Tie Apostle West Washington Street Francis d. Graves Rey John O DeSant Rey Leon Dales

Evangelical United Brethren Church 921 North Center Anniversary Events

The Evangelical United Brethren Church at 921 North Center Street marks its 90th anniversary with a week of activities led by Rev H Ray Harris. Sunday features Bible study, morning worship by Erling Olsen, Junior Quartette, and youth fellowship, followed by an evening service with Birton Hilson and offerings from Houghton College performers. The schedule lists ministerial association prayer, trustee board, cottage prayer, and choir rehearsals through Friday with related speakers and gifts for Quincy Orphanage and Home.

Evangelical United Brethren Church North Center Street H. Ray Harris Ganguerors Houghton College Erling C. Olsen Fitch Investment Servie New York City Quanzette Commission On ‘Evangelism and ‘Stewardship Birton Hilson Lansing Mich Quartette Ernest Bulton Plainfield Ford Sargent York Street G. T. Bergman Friendship Aid Quincy EUB Men's Organization Nell Gebhardt Erle Andres Corea

Emmanuel Episcopal Church Service Schedule

Emmanuel Episcopal Church at 827 North Osnyer Street lists Rev. William C. Seitz Jr. presiding. Daily and weekly services include Holy Communion at 8:30 am and 11:00 am with sermons, Family Eucharist at 9:45 pm, and Church School. Advent meditation Monday at 11:45 am, Vestry meeting Thursday 8:30 pm, Guild luncheon and meeting, choir rehearsal, and confirmation class in the evening.

North Osnyer Street William C. Seitz Jr Church School Emmanuel Guild

Power at the Docks and the Call for Guiding Power

A harbor worker on the world’s largest port describes the need for vigilance in ship details during docking. He credits a higher power accessed through daily prayer and church attendance to sustain focus and prevent catastrophe, stating that love helps tune him in and that everyone can have this power.

Tam

Corry Faithfuls Gather for Sunday Services Across Churches

A long list of worship times and church activities in Corry flanks Pleasant and Washington streets. Elizabeths Roman Catholic, First Methodist, St Thomas Apostles, First Church of Christ Scientist, Corry Assembly of God, Salvation Army, and Christian and Missionary Alliance churches report Masses, Sunday Schools, youth programs, Bible studies, services, and midweek gatherings with notable details on times and locations.

Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church Service and Activities

Concord and East South Streets list Rev. Elmer A. Ortner with 9 45 a m Sunday School and 11 a m service. Infant baptism, Lutheran League, catechism, Bible readings, and weekday activities scheduled. Church calendar includes Christmas party, tureen dinners, and choir rehearsals plus a weekly air calendar on WOTR.

Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church Concord East South Streets Elmer A. Ortner Lubher League WCTR Ladies Aid and Missionary Society Tréon Society Salendar of the WOTR

First Presbyterian Church Community Schedule

Church services and activities listed for Sunday through Saturday at First Presbyterian Church Corner South Center and West Rev with programs for all ages. Includes The Protestant Hour on WOTR with Dr Ralph W Lloyd, church school, junior church, Cornerstone service at Corry YMCA site, spaghetti supper, various fellowships, committee meetings, Girl and Boy Scout activities, Cub Pack 183 party, youth choir and church choir practices, and nursery kindergarten Christmas party in the Bur Singame Annex.

First Methodist Church South Center East Pleasant Streets George A. Myers Christ and Heaven Sill Methodist Woman's Botiery of Christian Service Fellowship Room Bible Club Golden’ Links Cottage Prayer Bertha Wykoff West Church Street Adrian Reeslu H. Lynn Rice First Presbyterian Church West Pleasant Streets Paul F. Bauer WOTR Ralph W. Lloyd Maryville College Maryland Tennes Will Ildren Corry Junlor Benlor Hi Corry Ministerial’ Association BUB Wiliam A. Leaby Fred Erick Sleet Boy Scout S Spiritual Life Singame

Seventh Day Adventist North Center Raymond Spencer Services

The Seventh Day Adventist church on North Center Street holds Sabbath services with Sabbath School at 10:00 a.m. and Divine Worship at 11:30 a.m. A Tuesday prayer meeting is referenced.

Seventh-Day Adventist

Nazarene Church Radio Schedule at WOTR Station

The Church of the Nazarene on Essex Street near West Washington lists morning and evening services, Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Worship, youth meeting, evening services, and a broadcast of "The Living Ward" with daily and Saturday programs on WOTR at 9:16 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.

Urch OF the Nazarene Essex Street Washington Street Rey Merriman Voice of the’ Church of the Nazarene WOTR

Corry Church Schedule Backed by Local Sponsors

A church schedule in Corry is sponsored by local businesses including Thompson Maple Products Rogers Structural Steel Co Pauls Men s Wear Rex Theatre Guy W Bennink Gen Ins Agancy Davison Funeral Homa Model Dairy Co Hammond Elevator Acra Supply Mfg Co Inc Grice Jewelers Raymond Mfg Co Corry Instrument Co Northwestern Rural Electric Co operative Association Inc.

Corry Hammond Elevator Co, Acra Supply Mfg. Co., Inc Grice Jewelers Raymond Mfg. Co Corry Instrument Company Northwestern Rural Electric Co-operative Association, Inc

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