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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1966
Page
5
Fragmentary report describes a 14 year old from Detroit involved in a water incident near Huron Island Lake, with timing around 4 14. The text is garbled and lacks verifiable names or a clear outcome.
Fifty members attended the annual Christmas dinner at the Moose Lodge with a gift exchange and carols led by Mrs. Harold Jackson. Dinner chairs were Mrs. Vennis R. Follett and Mrs. Ed Zewatsky. prizes included a year’s duet and a special award won by Mrs. Mason. A hand-knit store raffle is planned for January 19, and ribbon candy remains available at the lodge. Next session is December 15.
Mrs Sidney Smith and the Beta Sigma Phi Sorority hosted a recent event at the Union City home with Mrs Fred Jensen Jr as cohostess. The group discussed gifts for a needy family and set December 18 Christmas party plans at the Corry Motor Lodge. A January 10 meeting at Mrs Deutschlander’s home was slated with a program by Mrs Smith. Additional notices cover the Women’s Association luncheon at Hotel Corry on Thursday, with a $1 gift exchange, and holiday activities from the Corry Area Horse and Pony Club and Elks Lodge New Year’s Eve party plans.
Mrs. Thomas Pierotti hosted a bridal luncheon and linen shower at her Hillcrest drive home on Saturday at 1 p m for Miss Thora Jane Wise who will wed Sherwood Scott in Emmanuel Episcopal Church this December. Guests included Mrs. Harry Schiemer and other local residents. orchid corsages and linen gifts were presented. Also noted: former ambassador Dr Stanley K Hornbeck, 83, died in Washington after a 30 year government career and teaching at Harvard University.
The Raymond Union Local 629 held its annual holiday dinner and dance at the Moose Lodge on Saturday evening. Thomas McKeta served as toastmaster and introduced Mr and Mrs Robert Curry of Erie. Approximately 45 retired members were also introduced. Awards went to Virgil Henry, Mrs Donald Swart, James Krone, Clair Savko, Eugene Waldorf, Warren White, Philip Amotoso, Mrs Howard Munsee, Fred Mixer, Ernest Allen, David Carter, Charles Brockman, Mark Savko, Ralph Smith, Thomas McKetin, Al Vanssens, and Mrs Charles Mack. Duke Snyder and his Jamestown band provided music for dancing.
The Hotel Corry hosted a Hawaiian themed Christmas dinner Saturday for eight Raymond Division employees of Associated Spring Corporation. Keith Orn chaired with Donald Cross and others assisting. Toasting by James Narducci, group singing led by Bud Reed, remarks by division and store managers, gift certificates awarded to ten staff, new hires introduced, festive decorations, and dancing to James Narducci and The Supremes.
Blue Cross of Western Pennsylvania przedstaw at a public hearing today to present its case for a rate increase. The hearing, ordered by Audrey R. Kelly state insurance commissioner, aims to give subscribers in Western Pennsylvania a chance to be heard about the proposed changes.
The three day assembly of Jehovah's Witnesses concluded with Louis R. Beda leading a talk on satisfying mankind's greatest need. About 800 attended from the area including Corry Congregation members. Baptisms were held at the Corry YMCA with ten new members from nearby towns. A Charity Ball by the Elks crowned Mr. and Mrs. Jerome Needham as King and Queen, drawing around 160 attendees for cocktails, dinner, and dancing to benefit local charities.
Mrs. Sadie Thomas of Spartansburg is marking her 96th birthday today. Born in 1870 in Penn Township, Lycoming County, she spent most of her life in Mt. Pleasant Township and moved to live with her daughter in Spartansburg three years ago. She married William S. Thomas in 1896 and has five children, eight grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren, and eight great great grandchildren. She attends local churches and is a member of Columbia County Grange No. 88.
A collage of reader tips on practical hacks from Heloise style columns. Baby toy made from a tin can and onion bag. labeling jeans with markers. crutch tips to prevent slips. using mashed potatoes in soups. tub cleaning with bath soap. moving advice. pacifier on a hood drawstring for safety.
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