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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1940
Page
5
A puzzling event in New Mexico drew crowds as a masquerade trick stunned residents. Local authorities say the incident involved unexpected performances and a crowd-pleasing illusion, with no injuries reported. Community members described the moment as surreal and credited organizers for keeping spectators safe.
A damaged newspaper fragment references a local public sale action with partial details and mentions officials involved. The readable portions suggest an event requiring notice but lack clear date, place, or names. The item remains incomplete but indicates an official sale context.
A partial OCR fragment references a band orma text likely about tuning or term related to performance. The readable bits suggest external sponsorship or endorsement but specifics are unclear. No clear people or organizations are identifiable from the fragment.
Lieutenant Commander R G Walling is named navy inspector in the Erie district. Mrs Charles H Geyer undergoes eye surgery at St Vincent’s Hospital and will return home December 17. William Armitage to occupy John Banks home early next year after purchase. Local woman’s club plots sewing classes and charity work while college and military news mix with social updates Trinity Church and community events feature prominently with several residents traveling or relocating.
Practical cooking tip for roaster use. Place a rack or wire cake rack under meat or fowl to prevent sticking and promote even browning. If the roaster lacks one, improvise with a makeshift rack to elevate the meat for better hot air circulation.
Ten Zip club members and guests gathered last evening at Mr and Mrs Olin B Simmons home on West Pleasant street. Bridge was enjoyed with prizes awarded. Luncheon was served for a list of attendees including Paul Brynolfson William Averitt Mrs Simmons and other couples. The club plans a December 29 gathering at the Brynalfson home on West Washington street.
The Rebekah Helping Hand club presented clothing and articles to the T. O. F. home in Meadville. LO. B board members hosted the event. Mrs. Mae Garnilke chaired the yearlong work committee with Mrs. C. L. Auer Mrs. W. J Dyoiet and Mrs. Ira Miler named.
Lutherans Ladies Aid prepares a Christmas gathering with Mrs Willisai Dunlap presiding at 2 45 PM Wednesday. Officers Mrs Dunlap Mrs Gustafeon Mrs Pangborn and Mrs Strest will serve as hostesses as members bring a gift to exchange and a tureen for dinner. Rolls coffee and cream provided by the committee.
A birth notice announces Edward Joni Pitt born Monday to Dr and Mrs Lyle Pitt of Pittsburgh Texas The Pitt family line includes Mr and Mrs D J Pitt of Delaware Street and is reported in local society notes.
A St Elizabeth's parish card party at St Elizabeth's hall featured twenty two tables for auction and contract bridge. Mrs Nancy Sweet won the top prize with a high score, while Mrs Sarah Zalaneck took the floor prize. Committee members included Miss Hazel Sweet as chair, with Mrs Charles Linsky, Mrs Merle Cap Well, Mrs Joseph Shimmay, Mrs Edward Hajee and Miss Georgia Webber. The event offered a tasteful Christmas season setting and a dessert luncheon.
The December gathering of the Opportunity Club of the Presbyterian church met at Meg G. L. Boyd's East Irving street home with twenty members. Carols opened the session, and a brief business vote supported Red Cross and Christmas Seal campaigns. A fine program led by Mrs. J. W. Rickers and Miss HB Smith featured selections by Dorothy Dalinsou and Martha Hulthery, with readings and Christmas songs. A social hour followed. the next meeting was set for January 14 as the Civic Orchestra concert date caused a schedule shift.
Mrs Lewis Storer entertained members of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Gorny Band at 107 West Irving Rivers. Guests selected officers for the next meeting in February and planned a dinner. A social evening featured Mrs Stover’s photography and refreshments. Individual plant favors were given to members.
A fragmented midwinter Cranberry Pie recipe from an old newspaper page describes ingredients and steps, noting cranberries, flour, sugar, butter, and water. The text blends lore of cranberries with instructions for dough, filling, and baking, including oven temperatures and time.
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