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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1943
Page
5
A fragmented OCR item notes a person named Salva, with unclear action about placing or holt. The readable bits suggest a ceremonial or tradition context but lack concrete details, dates, or places to confirm specifics.
A Presbyterian pastor spoke at a Rotary club meeting held at the Hotel Corry. H. S. Vaughn, plant manager at Trill Inchestor Co., presided as host. Seven Rotary members and armed forces attendees were present during the weekly gathering.
A long, crowded society page lists visits and farewells in several towns, then offers AP Food Editor tips for holiday gifts. It describes making jars of tomato or pea relishes, jellies, jams, and marmalades from garden produce, and includes recipes for Pineapple Grapefruit Marmalade, Holiday Pear Marmalade, Fruit Spread, and Cranberry Relish with steps and sterilization guidance.
Forty members of the Golden Links class of the Methodist Church attended a Christmas party last evening. Mrs. Trvit Young led devotions and the business meeting, followed by a program directed by Mrs. GA Mountain. Carols were sung and readings given by multiple members, with a salad lunch served and tables decorated.
The Neighborhood Club met at Mrs. Karl Van Guilder’s home for its Christmas party. The evening featured gifts and party entertainment. Awards were won by Mrs. Kingdon Drake and Mrs. Douglas Reynolds. Hosts served refreshments at the close of the enjoyable evening.
Aero payroll department employees enjoyed a Christmas dinner at the Hotel Corry followed by entertainment at the home of Mr and Mrs Cassius Seare on Maple Avenue. Attendees included Mr and Mrs Sears, Mr and Mrs Walter Sweet, Mr and Mrs Molin Cob beth, Mr and Mrs Rorold Crege, plus Miss Frances Feeney Miss Bulabette Root Mrs Gorge Stanford Jr Miss Joan Morton and Mr Maxwell from Merdville.
Washington School invites parents and friends to Friday’s Christmas program in room 4 at 1 30 p m The program includes grade based performances such as Welcome The Dolls Christmas Tree The Toys Find Christmas The Christmas Book Alphabet’s Troubles a Christmas pageant and Hindu art display depicting Brahma with a four headed four armed figure on a swan
Townsend Club members held a Christmas party at the T. R. Tiffany residence with carols and a piano duet of the national anthem. Officers were elected: president B. R. Tiffany, 1st vice president Frank J. Morris, 2nd vice president Messinger, secretary Nan Gooper. The group planned to honor Dr Townsend with his birthday on January 19 noted for the club in January.
Members of the Quilting Club gathered at Mrs. Welter Windahl's home on Raymond Avenue for a gruel Christmas dinner. A delicious broiled dinner followed at 6:00 PM. The group enjoyed socializing, swine, and exchange of Christmas wishes, with the next meeting set for January 4.
Kiwanis club members and their wives attended a Tuesday night Christmas party at Ahawt Ritu. The event featured a turkey dinner, decorated tables, gift exchange, and entertainment including Miss Agnes Lynch leading games and Mr Lynn Fier accompanying on piano. Members and volunteers organized decorations and programs for the festive gathering.
A fragmentary text notes a June style gathering at a street location with guests including a Mr. and Mrs. Tolin and Christina. Gifts and remarks reference volunteers and WAVES members, with scattered names and places suggesting a community social or ceremony in Bloomingmeter and surrounding areas.
Mrs Paul Auer, Writster, hosted members of her club last evening for a Christmas party. Guests enjoyed bridge games and exchange of Christmas gifts. Delicious refreshments were served.
Washington December 15 The draft of national women for nursing needs was ruled out after FRANCES Bolton R Ohio and War Department officials discussed concerns regarding a proposed voluntary nurse program. Bolton said reports of compulsory nursing drafts prompted her inquiries.
A rundown of radio listings featuring NEO-7 Pred Wasing and Mrs North at 8:30, Kay Kyser quiz hour, Harry James, Dr Christian, Mayor, Jack Carson show, and Morton Gould Carnival. Also Blu-T and MBS-T blocks with Benny Goodman, Xavier Cugat, and related programs listed with times.
Rubert Corbin aged local resident suffered a severe head injury after slipping at the entrance of the building. He was attended at the scene and transported home amid reports of bruising and a broken window impact. Emergency crews aided his return to his residence.
The will of Otie Phillips, who died September 16, leaving $7229, was filed in Erie by attorney W. L. Peale. Phillips, long known for ditching work and hard labor, had lived in Boise before moving to the Erie area after selling a Wayne township farm. He kept few ties, but amassed savings in local banks and nearby towns. His daughter was not a resident of the city.
Associated Press reports Fats Waller a noted band leader died at 39 on a train in Kansas City after a presumed heart attack. He collapsed while speaking to a station agent and was taken to an undertaking parlor for further examination. He had a famed career from child prodigy to jazz icon, known for boogie woogie and classical training.
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