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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Feb 15, 1954

Page

5

Oil Unions Plan Merger Facing Industry Bargaining Power

Oil industry unions from the United States and Canada gather in Philadelphia to press for a merger into a single broad organization. Aimed at bargaining for more than half a million workers, the effort is led by seven independent unions including the Central States Petroleum Union which covers about 30,000 Standard Oil employees in Indiana and nearby states.

Philadelphia United States Canada CIO Oil Workers International Union Central States Petroleum Union Standard Old Indiana

Valentine Party At Grover Home Saturday

Miss Reva Grover of Grove street assisted by Miss Beverly Borstorff hosted a valentine party Saturday evening at her home. Twenty seven Sherman and Clymer youths attended enjoying music and games with decorations and refreshments. More than 20 unions were to be represented in the closed convention sessions. Whalebone once was worth ten thousand dollars a ton.

Grover Home Reva Grover Grove Street Beverly Borstorff Sherman and Clymer

Miss Phyllis Scott Weds Richard Leney in Buffalo

Miss Phyllis Marie Scott and Richard L Leney of Buffalo wed in a 1:30 p.m. ceremony conducted by Rev. Howard Stull in a Norall setting of white glass and ferns. The bride, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Scott, wore ivory taffeta with iridescent detailing, escorted by her father. Matron of honor was Mrs. Robert Peters, with attendants Miss Lois McRae and Miss Coletta Scott. Best man was Thomas Leney. ushers were Donald Jaehn and Charles Leeman. A church reception followed for 100 guests. The couple plans a New York City and Washington honeymoon and residence in Buffalo.

Phyllis Scott Richard Leney Phyllis Marie Scott Richard L. Leney Buffalo Howard Stull William ©. Scott Wayne Street Leslie Leney Warwick Avenue Jean Marie Johnston Phyllis Hill Robert Peters Erie Lois McRae North ‘Tona Wanda Coletta Scott Louise Butters Thomas Leney Donald Jaehn Charles Leeman Flint Mich L.A. Johnston Robert Bailey Jean Depew Joan Sciandra Cleveland Altoons East Aurora Wiliamsville Rising Sun Warren Rochester North Townwands Jamestown Columbus Spartansburg Beaverdam New York City United Compound Corp

Horning Party For Newly Married Mr and Mrs Wascak

A horning party was held Saturday evening for Mr and Mrs Carl Wascak of West Frederick Street who were married recently. Attending were Virginia McCray Fred Jensen Shirley Gilbert Ronnie Trisket Mr and Mrs Robert White and Miss Carol Matlick. Refreshments included Valentine cake hot chocolate and potato chips.

Carl Wascak West Frederick Street Virginia McCray Fred Jensen Shirley Gilbert Ronniey Trisket Robert White Carol Matlick Valentine

Valentine Party at Inv Spring Creek Hosted by Donaldson

William H. Donaldson entertained 17 friends at his Inv Spring Creek home Saturday evening with a social gathering and lunch of barbecued hamburgers cupcakes and coffee. A St Patrick s Day party is planned next month with Mr and Mrs William Kaffertin as hosts.

Spring Creek William H. Donaldson William Kaffertin

Valentine Dance Staged By Rainbow Girls at Corry Junior High

The Corry Assembly of the Order of Rainbow for Girls held a Valentine themed dance Saturday night at Corry Junior High School gym attracting about 160 youths. Gene Perkins and his orchestra provided music while punch pretzels and favors complemented the festive event. Chaperones included Mr and Mrs T B Kelsey Mr and Mrs F Lowe Edwards Miss Helen Johnson Mr and Mrs Royal Messinger Mr and Mrs T W White head Mr and Mrs Bert Williams Mr and Mrs F H Bartholme and Dr and Mrs George Gold.

Engagement Announced for Sylvia Yvonne Cassett

Miss Sylvia Yvonne Cassett of 581 West Church Street is engaged to Ronald Jay Cummings MM3 son of Mr and Mrs Frank Dorrance of 1614 Maple Avenue The bride elect and the groom to be are employed with Raymond Co Miss Cummings serves in the U S Navy aboard the USS Macon No wedding date has been set.

Sylvia Cassett Russell J. Cassett West Church Street Sylvia Yvonne Ronald Jay Cummings Frank Dorrance Maple Avenue Raymond Mf. Co

Valentine Party at Sparta Grange Observes 80th Anniversary

Sparta Grange No. 110 held a Saturday meeting with Master Gordon Fra lick presiding. The program featured group singing and a reading of February Rem-inte nences by K A Bennett plus a flag salute. Members exchanged valentines and refreshments were served, with plans to observe the Grange's 80th anniversary on February 27.

Sparta Grange Sparta Grange No. 110 Gordon Fralick K. A. Bennett

Births Brighten Spartansburg and Pittsfield

A daughter was born early Sunday at Corry Memorial Hospital to Mr and Mrs Blletbert of Spartansburg. Another daughter arrived yesterday at Corry Memorial Hospital for Mr and Mrs David Jewell of Pittsfield. A daughter was born this morning at Corry Memorial Hospital to Mr and Mrs Donald Carter of Spartansburg.

Corry Memorial Hospital David Jewell Pittsfield Donald Carter Spartansburg Thisorning

Surprise Party Honors Mr and Mrs John V Foster

A surprise party celebrated Mr and Mrs John V Foster with guests Dr and Mrs Joseph Seitz Mr and Mrs Charles Armstrong Mr and Mrs Nurey Yenchak and Mr and Mrs John Donaldson from Meadville. The couple received a set of Flint ware, after an evening of visiting and television. Refreshments included salad rolls relish party cakes and coffee served from a table decorated with valentines standards tapers and flowers.

John V. Foster Joseph Seitz Charles Armstrong Nurey Yenchak John Donaldson Meadville Valentine Place

Card Club Honors Mr Litz On Birthday Night

Mr and Mrs Arthur Litz of East Main street hosted their card club Saturday in honor of Mr Litz birthday A buffet dinner followed with card games prizes went to Mrs Gerald Staples Richard Bacoiner and Alfred Vari Dresar A birthday cake coffee and a gift for Mr Litz marked the evening Polly Staples and Mr Staples will host next meeting in two weeks

Card Club Arthur Litz East Main Street

Baby shower honors Mrs McConnell and infant Bradley Leland

Mrs Joseph McConnell and her infant son Bradley Leland were honored at a party Saturday evening hosted by Mrs Norberta Kane and Mrs C T Anderson at the latter’s home 100 North Center Street. Guests included Mrs Claude Blanchard Mrs Jances Hasbrouck and Mrs James Consale who won game prizes. Refreshments of salad rolls cake and coffee were served as guests presented gifts and Valentine table decor featured a heart shaped cake with baby booties.

Joseph McConnell Bradley Leland Norberta Kane C. T. Anderson North Center Street Claude Blanchard Jances Hasbrouck James Consale Oither Florine Lilley Marion Omiel Viola Morris Shirley Rugar

Valentine employee seeks suspect in assault case

Idaho postal workers are on the lookout for a man accused of sending a threatening message to a woman. Authorities say the incident involved a violent gesture and the public is urged to assist with identifying the suspect.

Valentine Idaho Val

Coke Party Before Rainbow Dance At Junior High

Miss Judy May hosted a Coke party Saturday night before the Rainbow Olrs dance at the Junior High gym. Attendees included Karen Sinare William Shreve and Ruth McCoy.

Judy May Karen Sinare William Shreve Ruth’ McCoy

Miss May Hosts Social Group With Escort and Guests

The group includes Charles Tanner Carlyn Lindy sey Dennis Merkle Connie Shaver Robert Jackson Mary Jane Hillstrom James Swarm Susan Kinley John Roberta and John Miller as Miss May's escort. Mrs Allan May was urged by Miss Marlens Moll to serve light refreshments to the attendees.

Charles Tanner Carlyn Lindysey Dennis Merkle Connie Shaver Robert Jackson Mary Jane Hillstrom James Swarm Susan Kinley John Roberta John Miller Miss May Allan May Miss Marlens Moll

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