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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 29, 1940
Page
5
Clarence Loveland spoke before the newly formed Camera Club at the M C A recreation center on First Avenue. He gave a thorough talk on films and advised amateurs on selecting the right film. Several black and white prints were shown, and the audience, enthusiastic, paid close attention.
The Ladies Auxiliary of the M C A has organized a silver tea for tomorrow at 8 pm in the Y recreation rooms on First Avenue. Committee chair Mrs. Clarence A Mountain leads the event to raise funds for expanding the girls program with cooking and handicraft classes. About 100 attendees are expected as invitations go to interested city residents and M C A supporters.
Members of the Baptist Ladies Fellowship held a nine dish tureen dinner and meeting at the church with Mrs. Lloyd Thomas as hostess. Mrs. F. D. Peiffer led the program and shared missionary letters from Rev. and Mrs. Richard Miller of Liberia Alien and other sources. Edith Crosby led an inspiring lesson on Hearing God’s Voice. Gladys Bogett presided over the business session. The next meeting is set for March 13 at Mrs. Dora Williams’ home on East Frederick Street.
The engagement of Miss Miriam Derby to William J Swarts of Meadville is announced after a Kepler Hotel dinner party. Miriam is the daughter of Mr and Mrs William J Derby. William is the son of Mr and Mrs Lewis Swartz. Guest at the party included Miss Jeune Tus formerly of this city.
Corry Grange No. 56 will hold a regular meeting in the Horn Block Saturday evening at 8 30. An interesting program on the subject A Better Home is being arranged. Members should come prepared to contribute and a good attendance is urged.
Circulation of nominating petitions for John B. Kelly began in Philadelphia on February 20 as the Democratic candidate for the U S Senate filed at Kelly's office. The report notes Alaska oil fields contain government controlled reserves amid a backdrop of political maneuvering.
Twenty seven employes of the Powell Motor Company of Corry and Union City attended an organization meeting in the Corry showroom last evening. Talks were given by H Powell and Bruce Smith. Moving pictures were shown. A sales contest was planned for the end of March with Frank Gu Union City and Paul Brynolfson Corry named as captains. A reception was served after the meeting.
Ms. Glue W. Andrus hosted a Leap Yeas themed social on East Congress street with many guests including Mr. and Mrs. Reneau, Mr. and Mrs. Whitehead, Mr. and Mrs. Harris, Mr. and Mrs. Stillman, Mr. and Mrs. Brown, Dr. and Mrs. Bennett, Mr. and Mrs. Dewey, and Mr. and Mrs. Biltong. A fine lunch and festive decorations marked the evening.
Troop 5 of Junior Daughters of America held a business meeting last evening at Miss Patricia Cragg’s home 11 West Park Place. Attendees included Misses Poster president Mary Jean Sullivan Theresa Roach Macy Hannan Phyllis Hoenes Mary Ann Console Mary Abn Sullivan Margaret Payer Kathleen McGraw Patricia Cragg and Mary Mc Evoy counsellor. The next meeting will be at Mary Ann Sullivan’s West Wayne Street. Louise Gloson and Paul Gibson 12 Youngsville returned home after visiting cousin Lawrence Gitwon Chestnut Street.
Seven members from Corry High School’s Sports Club joined a basketball playday at Wesleyville High School yesterday from 2 45 to 1 30 o clock. Participants included Misses Jean Souilly Daniel Clark Virginia Taylor Gladys Lineteeng Leona William Meredith Wells and Karilyn Phillips. Accompanied by Mrs Jimes Scully and Miss Alice A Kelly, they represented Corry as six nearby schools attended. Clark placed second in the foul shooting contest.
Past Matrons Night was observed at the Eastern Star meeting in the Masonic Temple last evening with Mrs. W. Stuart Houghton presiding as worthy matron. Other past matrons filled offices. a local hour followed with refreshments provided by a committee including Mrs. M. Ray Greet and others. Attendees included Mrs. Melvin Park and several from Meadville.
The St Pauls Ladies Aid Society held its meeting at the church with members present. After two business sessions, refreshments were served by committee members Mrs Walter Windahl, Mrs Peter Christensen, and Mrs Dor Clark. The next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday March 27.
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