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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1953
Page
5
Two American jet planes crashed in flight over Southeast England today. The two presumed dead fliers were aboard a jet fighter trainer. A single seater Thunderjet may have parachuted to safety. The collision occurred two miles south of Ramsgate and the wreckage fell about a mile apart.
The Junior High Cub Scout banquet drew 18 scouts, parents and guests. Den mothers served a tureen dinner while awards went to Tim Gross, Jerry Mettyre, James Skinner, Devis McMihon, Ronald Brown, James Miller and Craig Parkhurst. Films from Valley Forge jamboree shown. several local residents mentioned with travels and visits, including Walter Rath, Hubert Vaughn, Camden Runner, Mrs Vaughn, Miss Jean Marie Johnston and guests.
A Corry Memorial Hospital fundraiser held last evening featured Mrs Bruce Ellsworth of East Irving Street as hostess. Two canasta tables awarded prizes to Mrs Duane Fogle Mrs Charles Erwin and Mrs Thomas Russell. Ellsworth served a salad lunch and coffee before the party ended.
Senior Regent Mrs Leland Wilcox presided at the Women of the Moose gathering in lodge rooms. A Warren chapter invitation for February 25th was noted with reservations due by February 18th to charter a Ban if needed. Mrs Clara Blanche Mooseheart Alumni chairwoman organized a white elephant sale, with Mrs Jessie Mason as auctioneer, raising 1555 for the treasury. Next meeting on the 19th will initiate a class of candidates.
A cohosted kitchen shower was held at 14 Franklin Street by Mrs Robert Wank in honor of Mrs Raymond Welden. Twelve guests attended and played games with prizes won by Mrs Jaapph Sasnicki and Mrs Grace Graham. The guest received a bathinette as a gift. refreshments included decorated shower cake ice cream and coffee.
A local 500 club gathering occurred Wednesday evening at Mrs Charles Weston's West Pleasant street home with full attendance. Prizes went to Mrs James Roden Mrs Harry Paulson Jr and Mrs Edward Medlroy. A post game lunch featured goulash rolls relishes strawberry sundaes tea and coffee. Mrs Roden to host next meeting in Columbus in two weeks.
The Women's Relief Corps No. 49 held a 2 pm meeting at the IOOF Hall with Mrs. Merle Long in charge. A ham dinner on February 19 to honor Washington and Lincoln birthdays was announced, a quilt tied, and Mrs. Manley Robbins Sr. received a 25 year pin. A new branch for past presidents formed.
Mr and Mrs Gasper Antal celebrated their 46th wedding anniversary hosted by daughters Mrs Gerald H Duell and Miss Marian Antal last evening. Out-of-town guests included Verhon Antal and family of Youngsville Anthony Kaback and family of Sheffield and Jack Zerres of Warren. Guests enjoyed socializing and refreshments while gifts were exchanged.
Mrs. Russell Brant of Fairview hosted a bridge club gathering last evening with Mrs. James Allyn as guest. Prize winners were Mrs. Arthur Treat of Union City and Mrs. C. A. Hillstrom. A dessert refreshment was served and the group will meet again in two weeks with Mrs. Hillstrom as hostess.
Mrs Maude Keefe welcomed her canasta club guests this week with Mrs Lottie McGuire of Columbus attending. Mrs John McLaughlin received the card award as the evening progressed with light refreshments served to the guests.
CGG Club met at Mead avenue home hosted by Mrs James P Sullivan. 37 members attended a noon tureen dinner. New president Mrs Raymond opened the business meeting after a successful white elephant sale raised funds. Next meeting date and place to be announced.
Two tables of contract were in play last evening at the Mead avenue home of Mrs. Mary Jourdet. Prizes went to Mrs. Hugh O’Hare and Mrs. Harry Hall, with a special award to Mrs. Howard Ross. Lunch was served and the group will meet again in two weeks with Mrs. T. S. Kelsey of Wright street.
Miss Myrtie Akar of Essex Street hosted Neighborhood Club members for a tureen supper. Winners at bingo included Mrs. Lillian Ottaway and Mrs. Harry Burton. The next meeting is February 19 with Mrs. Rath Weidner.
Mr and Mrs Frank Hillman of R D 4 announce the engagement of their daughter Mary Irene to Waller Duke of Union City. No wedding date is set. Mary Irene attended Corry schools. Waller Duke is the son of Mr and Mrs Paul Duke of Union City and is employed at Brie.
Members of the Corry Rural Letter Carriers Association and their wives were guests at a chicken dinner last evening at the home of Mr and Mrs Glenn Gites on Elk street. Attendees included Mr and Mrs Frank Schrader Mr and Mrs Merrill Lille Mr and Mrs John Was eak Mr and Mrs Clyde Hall and daughter Shirley Mrs Westley Ober and Mr and Mrs Gites
The VEW Ladies Auxiliary met for a routine session with good attendance in the Garden Room of the Best Home. President Berdena McGraw chaired the meeting and Mildred Sorenson won the door prize. refreshments were served by Mrs Eugene Lethman and the group planned to reconvene February 19.
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