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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Feb 24, 1956

Page

5

Barbara Johnson feted at bridal showers before wedding

Miss Barbara Johnson, bride elect to Ernest Gnignon, was honored at a miscellaneous shower hosted by Mrs. Glen J. Davis in Columbus with 18 guests. Prizes went to Mrs. Alfred J. Morrison and Mrs. Royal Messenger. Her Pittsburgh nursing school friends also hosted a decorated shower with gifts and cake.

Barbara Johnson Ernest Gnignon Glen J. Davis Columbus Alfred J. Morrison Royal Messenger Michigan

Surprise Birthday Party for Mrs Fred Howard

A surprise party honor­ing Mrs Fred Howard for her 70th birthday was held at her home on West Columbus Avenue. Cakes were baked by Claudia Adams Mable Loomis Ruth Thomas and Nora Wolosoa. Attendees included Adams Bowden Van Keuren Thomas Rutsky Robbins Gruber Wol jesen Rows and Alice Robbins among others.

Fred Howard West Columbus Avenue Claudia Adams Mable Loomis Ruth Thomas Nora Wolosoa Joseph Rutsky Floyd Robbins Janet Gruber Pittsfield John Woljesen George Rows Spring Creek Alice Robbins Niagara Falls

VFW Auxiliary Holds Routine Session In Garden Room

The VFW Ladies Auxiliary met in the Garden Room of the VFW Post home with Mrs. Alfred Cone presiding in Mrs. Rosa B. McElroy’s absence. A district meeting was set for March 4 in Albion, attendance award went to Mrs. Velma Carmixe, and a light lunch followed. The next meeting is scheduled for March 4.

VFW VFW Post Home Alfred Cone Rosa B. McElroy Albion Velma Carmixe Harold Schaefer

Rev John DeSanti Speaks To Catholic Daughters

The Court Conception No 35 Catholic Daughters of America held a social meeting last evening in the rooms. Rev John DeSanti gave an engaging talk on the history of the church followed by a question and answer period. February committee headed by Miss Agnea Lynch served coffee and tea. next CDA session is March 8.

John DeSanti Court Conception No Catholic Daughters of America Agnea Lynch CDA

Spring Creek Grange Holds Meeting With 17 Members

The Spring Creek Grange No. 236 met last evening in West Spring Creek on Hull with 17 members present. William Graybill served as worthy master and Wilt in charge. Mrs William Mitchell led the program, featuring a quiz on George Ishington and a talk by Mrs Chinciet Mason on distribution of Buth for rural schools. A light lunch followed. Mircith will be the next meeting date.

Spring Creek Hull William Graybill William Mitchell George Ishington Chinciet Mason Buth Mircith Grange

Leo Mather Honored At Birthday Party

Leo Mather was celebrated at a birthday party hosted by his wife at 626 South Center Street. Sixteen attendees included Miss Mabel Cooper and Miss Roxanne Bradford of Bear Lake. Prizes went to Mrs. Paul Mather, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Fish, and Donald McCray amid red and white decorations for George Washington's birthday.

Leo Mather Paul ‘Mather South Center Street Mabel Cooper Roxanne Bradford Bear Lake Paul Mather Robert Fish Donald McCray George Washington

Mrs Maude Keefe Hosts Canasta Club Gathering

Mrs Maude Keefe entertained her canasta card club at her Mott street home last evening. She was the prize winner in the game and served light refreshments to the group. In two weeks the club will meet with Mrs John A McLaughtin.

Maude Keefe Mott Street John A. McLaughtin

Mrs Ray Mulvin Hosts Hospital Card Party

Mrs. Ray Mulvin of East Main Street hosted a hospital benefit card party for the Ladies Auxiliary of Corry Memorial Hospital. Two tables played to win prizes, with Mrs. Don Williams taking 500 and Mrs. Ernest McMichael winning bridge. The hostess served salad and dessert to guests.

Ray Mulvin East Main ‘Street Corry Memorial Hospital Don Williams Ernest McMichael

Miss Carol Stultz Is Honored On 17th Birthday

Miss Carol Stultz celebrated her 17th birthday with a party at her home on A. D. 3 hosted by her mother Mrs. Sam Stultz. About twenty senior class girls from Corry Area High School attended, including Patricia Cooklis Madeline Myers and Judy Meerdink who won prizes in games. Photos were taken and a pink themed cake and sundae lunch were served with assistance from Marilyn Stultz and Letha Wank. Carol received many gifts from friends.

Carol Stultz A. D Sam Stultz Corry Area High School Stula Ig Patricia Cooklis Madeline Myers Judy Meerdink Marilyn Stultz Letha Wank Carol

Lindsey Hosts Church Group Meeting After Prayer Gap

Mr and Mrs V Q Lindsey hosted the Good Samaritan Class of the First Methodist Church at 118 East Irving Street. Claude Parker opened the session, with Mrs W B Stone leading prayer. A white elephant sale followed by fellowship refreshments concluded the gathering. Next hosts will be Mr and Mrs Richard Frye at an announced date.

V. C. Lindsey First Methodist Church V. Q. Lindsey East Irving Street Claude Parker W. B Stone Lindsey Herman Steayes Roscoe Beardsley Richard Frye

County School Changes Due

Harrisburg lawmakers move on Erie county schools with Senate likely to act next week on a bill reorganizing the county superintendent system. A repayment of overdue state aid to third class districts may arrive in March. Some superintendents oppose rapid consolidation Jan 1 1988 plan. Districts owed funds include Carty Albion Girard Millcreek and Harborcreek.

S— Unaliwen AOUSE Senate Harrisburg Erie County Paul L. Wagner Stephen McCann Maurice Kolpien Carty Albion Girard Millcreek Herborcreek

Aiken Opposes Farm Bill Price Support Change

Senator Aiken R Vi voices opposition to scrapping flexible price supports for crops in the Senate farm bill debate. Administration allies defend the lower system while Benson and Martin respond on CBS See It Now. The Finance Committee plans quick action on a House-passed $60 million federal gas tax refund to farmers.

Associated Bres Washington Gen Aiken R-Vi Senate Allen Aiken State Agriculture Committee Benson Sen Thomas Martin Gr-Town CBS I Is

Taylor Asks GOP To Kill Income Tax

Senator Wagner and Senate Republican Leader Mahony endorse a 400 million dollar income tax target, arguing cuts below that risk vital state services. They contrast this with Governor Lender’s 465 million figure, saying the caucus aims for 400 million if possible.

Wagner R¢Schuyterl Senate Mahony Mahany Newsman

Warren youths linked to elderly robbery and police action

Warren police report two more youths arrested in a late night robbery of an elderly Warren couple that netted 3 dollars. Patrick Forenti, 21, faces first degree robbery charges after admitting involvement and naming two juveniles and John Moretti, 19, as accomplices. Police say the trio implicated others, aiding investigations in Jamestown and Falconer.

Jamestown Paleoner Patrick ¢. Forenti Warren A. ©. Rirberger John Moretti Elso Feronti Moretti Sip J Mint Falconer Question Bee Gyo Waren Police Morwttl New York State

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