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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Feb 11, 1942

Page

5

Town Club Sets Biweekly Socials. Townsend Letter Sparks Debate

At Town End Club last night plans were made for voting month activities. Members debated holding biweekly socials during the remaining winter months and will decide at the February 17 meeting. A Washington flash bulletin carried a Dr Francis Townsend letter from Edward C Townsons of Colorado, who with other lawmakers supports repeal of the old age pension bill, arguing for equity and justice for all.

Ee Club Hearsten Johnson Townend Club Washington Francis Townsend

Auxiliary Officers Installed Last Evening in United Spanish War Veterans

Auxiliary of the United Spanish War Veterans held installation last evening with a well attended meeting. New officers named include Mrs. Kirl Dimitmick as president, Mrs. Mary Hitchcock as senior vice president, Albert Anderson as junior vice president, Mrs. Nelson Dimmick as patriotic instructor, Mrs. Zen Arnold as chaplain, Mrs. Glemma Butters as historian, Miss Marian Hitchcock as conductor, Mrs. Winifred Caldwell as assistant conductor, Mrs. Hazel Bacon as guard, Mrs. John Rogers as assistant guard, Mabel May as treasurer, and Mrs. Winifred Caldwell as relief fund committee chairman.

Clude D Wilcox United Spanish War Veterans Kirl Dimitmick Mary Hitchcock Albert Anderson Nelson Dimmick iMirs Zen Arnold Glemma Butters Marian Hitchcock Winifred Caldwell Hazel Bacon John Rogers Auard Glenn Davis Mabel May Relief Fund Imitte

THESE WOMEN In Latin America and diplomacy profile

Adelaide Kerr profiles Rosa Durland a Cuban diplomat who moved from Havana to London, noting her ambition, education, and clash with gender norms. It also touches on other figures like Marmela Niente and Queen Elizabeth, plus fashion and art items from wartime society, with vivid biographical sketches and social notes.

Adelaide Kerr United States Latin America Rosa Durland Qubsa Europe Regation London Senorlis Dustand Evang Cuba Marmela Niente el Mundo el Pats Havana Barnard College Columbia New York Manhattan Cuban State Department Paris Cuban Legation Caban Department of State Legation

Republican Women Discuss Legislation at Corey Council Meeting

Fifteen members of the Corey Council of Republican Women held a yesterday afternoon meeting at Mrs. William Myers home on Spring Street. Mrs W W Hammond presented a report on current legislation and a general discussion followed. The group plans to meet again on Tuesday March 8.

Corey Council of Republican Women William Myers Spring Street W. W. Hammond

Engagement Announced for Dorothy Chaffee and Ralph Davis

A Wattsburg couple, Miss Dorothy Chaffee and Ralph Davis, are publicly engaged. The notice was shared at a Comrades’ Class party hosted by Mrs. Ralph M. Molcalf in the Methodist church in Wattsburg. No wedding date has been set.

Wattsburg Dorothy Chaffee Ralph Davis Mra Ralph M. Mol Wattaburg

N B Club Hosts Martin McGraw Event at North Center

N B Club members and Martin McGraw tert attended at the home of Mrs Donald Garter on North Center street Monday evening. After a business meeting a social hour with games followed. Awards went to Mrs Byron Fitch and Mrs Battie Baker. Mrs McGraw and daughter served a salad course. Mrs Baker received a birthday gift. The next hostess will be Miss Atty Bloss at Pebril ly 23d.

Auf Martin MeuraWens N.S. Club Donald ‘Garter North Center Street Byron Fitch Battie Baker McGraw Baker Atty Bloss Pebrilly

Lowell and Field Studied by Society

The Poetry Society met last evening at Mrs. Dessier's Newton home with eight members present. Two new members, Mrs Reneau and Miss Evelyn Brooks, were welcomed. Members quoted James Russell Lowell, and readings on Lowell and Higene Field sparked discussion. Refreshments were served. Mrs Shoop will host the next meeting on February 2.

Lowell Field Poetry Society

Kinley Hosts V B Club Social At Weight Street

Mrs George Kinley entertained the V B Club of City guests last evening at her Weight street home. Cards and awards went to Mrs Earl Haight and Mrs Harold Burgnon. Guests included Mrs Edward Kinley and several others. Mrs Edward Kinley to host the club next meeting on East South street in February.

V. B. B. Club George Kinley City Weight Street Earl Haight Harold Burgnon Kinley Edward Kinley Colin Mooney William Myers Welter Ross William Splesman Cleve Morton Edward R. Kinley East South Street

Golden Links Class Hosts Tureen Dinner Plan

The Golden Links Class of the Methodist church met at Mrs. Jobim Puller on North Center Street with good attendance. Mrs. J. B. Cogan led a devotional and routine business, followed by refreshments prepared by Drs. Puller and Mrs. Hart Hasbrouck. The next meeting will feature a tureen dinner in two weeks at the church.

Fuller Golden Links Methodist Church Jobim Puller North Center Street J. B. Cogan Drs. Puller Hart Hasbrouck

Interesting Subject For Harding Meeting

The Home and School Association met at the school last evening at 7 30 for a business session and discussion on how fear and anger affect children. Games and contests followed with refreshments served by Mrs John Carrier Mrs Prausis Schrader Mrs John Holanti Mrs Paul Goring and Mrs Gard Stumm.

Arent and Vearners Mne Home and School Association John Carrier Prausis Schrader John Holanti Paul Goring Gard Stumm

Local Travel and Social Notes Highlight City Visitors

FH Holden and W Feldi traveled to Jeaviras for a brief business trip in Connecticut and New York City. Mrs George Boyd visited North East with her daughter Mrs George Mallick and family, aided by grandson Toddy Matlick who stayed ten days. Russell Moore, formerly with Mitchell Fiske NY, plans a move to Republic Aircraft in Farmingdale LI after a Sunday arrival, with recent visits noted. Several local residents attended the Cine Matinee at Warner Theatre last evening.

FH Holden W. Feldi Jeaviras Connecticut New Yorks City George Boyd North East George Mallick Russell Moore Mitchell Fiske Warner Theatre Erle

Mrs Greene Honored By Club Members

Mrs Leon Lindley hosted bridge club members at her First Avenue home last evening. The award went to Mrs W Bracken, with guest Mrs H K Powell attending. Honoree Mrs M Ray Greene, who is soon leaving for California, received a handkerchief shower.

Greene Leon Lindley First Avenue W. Bracken H. K. Powell M. Ray Greene California Lindsley W. W. Auer

Valentine Tea At Columbus Church Fundraiser

The Columbus Community Aid plans a Thursday evening Valentine party at the church parlors to raise funds for the building fund. A Jayjo crowd is expected and a program will be presented by the ladies of the aid society.

Valentine Columbus Church Ladies of the Columbus Community Aid

Shorts and Slacks Show Change in Dry Length and Width

The article notes a shift in clothing during the season with more material in shorts and shorter, narrower slacks. It highlights women’s fashion barriers from prior shortages and how manufacturers adjust by making boyish shorts while shortening and narrowing slacks.

Rotary Talk On Inflation By Paul Mullén At Hotel Corry

Rotarian Paul Mullén of the Incal Rotary Club spoke to club members at Hotel Corry. He presented an explanatory talk with charts on inflation, rationing, and wartime price trends. About twenty members attended the evening meeting and discussed war prospects and commodity shortages.

Paul Mullén Ohlon Incal Rotary Club Hve Tacl Hotel Corry Mutlen Mhilen

Local Couple to Marry in St Peter's Cathedral

Miss Adelaide Yeager daughter of Mr and Mrs Peter J Yeager of Bria plans to wed Robert W Stott son of Mr and Mrs Geo W Stott of the same city. The ceremony is set for Saturday February Ma1 at 9 am Rev Dr J d Wehble to officiate with attendants Miss Anne Stout maid of honor Charles Haughney best man and ushers David Stout and Jusinn Yeager.

Adelaide Yeaner Peter J. Yeager Bria Robert, W. Stott Geo. W. Stott

Birthdays Observed At Manges Home In French Creek

Mrs Otto Green and sons Angelie and Bobby Lee, of French Creek, visited Tuesday at the home of their grandparents Mr and Mrs Monroe Manges at 542 Liberty Street to observe the birthday of Mrs Manges and other family birthday events.

Manges Otto Green Angelie Bobby Lee French Creek Monroe Manges Liberty Street

Tri-Hi-Y Club Members Guests of Miss Wallace

Thirty-five members of the Tri-Hi-Y Club at Senior High School and their chaperone Miss Ruth Bennett were hosted last evening at her West Pleasant Street home. The group enjoyed a dinner.

Tri-Hi-Y Club Miss Wallace T3- Hl-Y Ruth Bennett West Pleasant Street

Valentine Gifts From Old Time Favorites Popular Again

Betty Clarke notes 1942 Valentine trends revive old favorites like roses, gardenias, corsages, and perfume. Florists cite boutonnières for lapels, orchid accents, and Victorian touches such as back-of-head towers. Perfume advice emphasizes light, sparkling scents worn on hands or gloves for a coordinated, tasteful effect.

Betty Clarke Wide World Vis South Seas Hans Tuckey Bernadine Angus Cai

Nail Polish Tips For Smooth Flat Finishes

The article advises removing all old polish and nail dust before applying new polish. Nails must be completely clean and dry to prevent bubbling. A clear colorless first coat helps the chosen color last longer and produce a smoother finish.

Evening sweater craft hints and fabric care

An old note describes making an evening sweater from brushed wool, outlining steps to shape the yarn around the shoulders and brush the wool for a soft glow. Advice touches on using leftover meat bones for soups and gravies, plus care tips for potted ivy with oil to revive dull leaves.

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