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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Dec 17, 1929

Page

8

Reorganized Methodist School Board Elects Officers

The School Board of the First Methodist Episcopal Church re elected officers at last evening’s meeting led by Superintendent Ralph Dewey. Reports from department heads highlighted progress, a candy sale funded the campaign, and the drive total reached 9170 with pledges still coming in. The board plans a supper meeting on January 13.

Ghureh First Methodist Eyiscopale Ralph Dewey Rosporta May Blair Oscar Johnson J. A. Amacher Temperance Society Walter Rhodes Tyne A. Loveland Harold Shinnon Stephen Brooks Oly Young Jesus Church Schon Oscar A. Johnson Jonor Walter Rindes Oscar Jolmson Elizsbeth Wimer J. B. Amacher Harold Shannon F. A. Loveland Sarah Toxer Helen’ Jones W. J. Dirham Cradle Ball Fran Jones Fred Work Piani Irs Harl Brown Dana Olds Gladys Palmer W. H. Stelkey

Wet goods seized in basement distillery bust

Prohibition agents seized a basement cutting and storage plant at 486 West 16th Street and confiscated about 10 000 dollars in wet goods. The haul included 98 five gallon cans of alcohol, 23 one gallon cans, 12 one gallon kegs of red whiskey, seven gallons of mining liquor, and eight barrels of wine. No arrests were made. A separate case shows Lara Nelle Mitenoki of 429 Ash Street facing a preliminary hearing after being caught with four gallons of moonshine whiskey.

Bridec Agerta West 16Th Street Pennsylvania Lara U.S Enoch Filer All Mobile

Youth Given Jail Sentence in Olean City Court

In Olean City Court Judge Pane sentenced Harald Wixson, 21, Bradford Pa, to four months in Cattaraugus County jail after a robbery complaint by Floyd Main. Co-defendants Harold Tarhox and Clifford Everetts, both 17, received six months suspended sentences. The case involved a purse theft of $18.50 and an earlier shoe theft linked to Wixson by local boxer Al McGivern.

Olean Des Harald Witaon Bradford Cattaraugus County James H. Pane Harold Tarhox Clifford Everetts Floyd Main Main War Vetans Parse Wessom Pane Wixson al McGivern

No cause for damage case verdict in Jamestown suit

Mayville December 17 A no cause of action verdict was returned yesterday afternoon by a jury in Supreme Court in the negligence cases brought by Carmelia LaMark by guardian and Santa LaMark father of the girl against Oscar Sangalet. All parties were from Jamestown. Justice Samuel J. Havis presiding.

Mayville Supreme Court Carmelia LaMark Guardian Santa LaMark Oscar

Campaign pushes Corry Masonic debt fund toward goal

At a Hotel Corry meeting the Corry Masonic Building Association reported $47,150 in subscriptions toward a $60,000 goal, leaving $2,850 to raise. Total subscriptions reached $89,150 with over $10,000 remaining. Team competition between Square and Compass divisions tightens as Captain Hilburg leads Team C with $42,150. Milou L Brown lauded for support and effort.

Renor Corry Corry Masonic Building Association Peck Howard Hilburg Sidney Blaton Rampaign North Center Street Corry Masonic Temple Milou L. Brown

Philathes Entertained at Baptist Church Christmas Party

The Philathes Class of the Baptist Church entertained at its annual Christmas party. The home was decorated with candles, baskets, and an illuminated tree. After a mite box collection and business, an art contest was won by Mrs John Ruppersberger. Mrs Geof Ward read Hans Christmas Hymn. Twenty-nine members and six visitors sang carols led by Miss Mae Howard and exchanged gifts.

The Baptist Church John Ruppersberger Hans

Candled Lunch and Christmas Baskets Reported

Bruce Thomas and Mrs Tom Wilburig hosted a candle salad lunch with hot rolls coffee and Christmas baskets of candy for each guest. A protest meeting was planned at the home of Mrs W F Miller on Frederick Street.

Bruce Thomas Tom Wilburig W. F. Miller W. Frederick Street

Union City May Get Gas From Pa Company At Higher Rates

Union City may soon be served by the Pennsylvania Gas Company at rates higher than those charged in Corry and Erie. The borough has pressed for service, and a recent survey for the Pennsylvania Public Service Commission prompted a tentative offer. The commission heard the case in Erie with Union City as complainant. The offer suggests greater gas usage but the extra revenue might not offset installation costs.

Pennsylvania Gas Company Union City Big City Vimes-Enterprise Nazrel Omer Corry Erie Camps Engineers Pennsylvania Public Servic Commission Boro Watch

City Council Meeting Sparks Hog Trade Remark

During a regular municipal meeting, remarks by Mr. Steadman the garbage collector on renewing his contract led to a decorum breach. City Solicitor Blaine Kinosld quipped about Beaverdan and pig purchases as the discussion wandered from contract renewal to livestock chatter.

Mr. Steadman Starr Blaine Kinosld

Death claims Eben Chaffee in Beaverdam Pa

Eben Chaffee a Beaverdam resident in his sixties died at 6 morning after an extended illness. He had lived in Beaverdam three years and is survived by his widow. Funeral services will be held Friday at 11 o'clock from his home.

Eben Chaffee Beaverdam Chafee

Five Hurt As Cars Collide Near Boot Jack Highway

Early Sunday a headon crash on the Boot Jack Highway near the Fire Tower injures five men, including three Ridgway residents. Milton Chase of Kersey suffers facial injuries with teeth knocked out. Paul Laugher and Hart Mountcastle of Ridgway have facial and head wounds. Arnold James, Kersey, and J Fy Lightner, Ridgway, suffer minor head injuries. Three patients are treated at Elk County General Hospital.

Ridgway Bootjack Desi Hong Boot Jack Elk County Gener Milton Chase Kersey Paul Laugher Stout Hart Mountcastle Ubre Jaions Wik County General Hospital Arnold James Kurney J. Fy Lightner

A. B. Kelsey Celebrates First Birthday in Erie News

The Erie Railroad page carries a notice about A. B. Kelsey of S Center Street who recently marked his first birthday. Kelsey was long employed by the Atlante and Great Western Railroad, now part of the Erie system.

Fesse Erie Railroad Carriée A. 8. Kelsey S. Center Street Kelsey Atlante and Great , Western Railroad Erie System

J W Hed Has Claimed In Plaque Motifs

In Essex Street area Rev H L Her gelist of the Adve ho conducted city directory work in Leftoy New Jersey and nearby. J Wallace escaped injury in a narrow jury incident described as a near death event during a riding accident.

H. L. Hergelist Adve Ho Essex Street J. Wallace Cractcod Anderson New Yow Bobh Henderson Hotel Corry

Third Annual To Be Serve Veteran Members Game At Home

Veteran members of Thompson Post and the drum corps plan a third annual game night at home on West Street. A supper is expected after the game with F Bennsit and Dr Merle J Kil. Pittsburg news reports a fatal crash involving Drazak, 25, and two others.

Thompson Post F. Bennsit Merle J

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