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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1946
Page
5
Albert Smith's large frame dwelling on Pind Street near Lander Road in Russell was gutted by fire last night. Mrs. Norberg, housekeeper, lost $200 in a handbag saved from upstairs. she also lost clothing and belongings. Firemen arrived about 10:30 and fought the blaze for hours. Dekola, a Sioux word, is noted at the end.
Community notes celebrate Bud Tanner’s appointment in Harrisburg after Army service, with family updates and greetings. Readers learn of Zelma Taylor and Georgia Webber’s party favors venture, Esther Spicer’s return to work, and a wave of local residents serving or traveling.
A boy was born yesterday afternoon at Corry Hospital to Mr and Mrs Robert Howles of 638 Hes Columbus avenue. A daughter arrived this morning at Corry Hospital for Mr and Mrs Guy Fralick of R D 1 Corry.
Last evening the Rotary Club hosted a Ladies Night at the Hotel Cor. About fifty attendees enjoyed a 6:15 dinner and an entertainment program featuring Kenneth D. Tovill of Erie Dispatch Herald, musical numbers by Glenn Middleton and Wendell Gage, and group singing led by Mrs. R. S. Dewey.
An advertisement touts SUSCLE-RUB for rheumatism and venitis pain claiming fast relief after daily use. It promotes half bottle usage giving soothing massage benefits and quick comfort with an emphasis on stimulating circulation and limb recovery.
Founders Day observed at Concord School PTA meeting with a student play on the subject. Mrs E C Barnes noted as former board member guest. Proceeds from hall supper totaled 1300 real and will go to Corry Memorial Hospital fund. A detailed program featured flag salute, choral prayer, pageants, vocal solos and duets directed by local staff and volunteers. Refreshments served by a long committee.
A group of about a dozen friends gathered at Mrs. Pred How's Columbus home to honor her 59th birthday with music cards and visiting. The evening featured a late lunch and Mrs. Howard received many gifts.
Ms J P Drought was honored on her birthday with a family dinner at Hotel Corry yesterday. Attendees included William F Myers, George R Jackson, Lotus B Morrow, Mrs Arch Lyons, and Mrs William A Honey. The group then proceeded to Myers home on Spring Street for cards and cake later in the evening.
The Washington School Study Circle met last evening at Mrs. Phillip Zuleneck’s home on West Washington street with eight members present. Mrs. Leslie Wells led the lesson on topics including Children’s Allowances and Children’s Responsibilities in the Home.
Quilting Club members met Tuesday evening at the home of Mrs Tracy Whitehead East Pleasant Street. A tureen dinner was enjoyed at 6 30 with a centerpiece of Spring Sowers. Sewing and visiting followed and the next meeting was announced for March 12 at the home of Mrs Robert Brown on Hast Pleasant Street.
Miss Dorothy Havensten hosted seven members of her 300 Club at her East Band Street home. Two tables of rummy cards were in play with awards going to Wis Robert Church, Mrs Emme Messinger, and Mrs Mildred Cross. Mrs Church will host the next meeting on March 12.
James Hawkes will host the duplicate bridge tournament on Friday March 1st at the Hotel Gary lobby. Attendees are asked to contact the hosts to confirm participation.
Mrs Lindsley entertained her contract bridge club at her home on First Avenue last evening. Eight members attended and Mr Alin Bracken was the award winner. The hostess served a dessert course to her guests. The next meeting will be March 1 at Park Street with Mrs Frank Loveland.
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