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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1961
Page
5
A Canton Ohio man was injured after a crash on a hill following a confrontation with a tractor and machine on a city trail. Police reported he was disoriented, held up traffic, and needed help to reach his home.
Mary Kirch becomes Mrs Larry Jaggi in a June 17 ceremony at Orange City Methodist Church Rev Charles Peterson officiated Attendants were Mr and Mrs Thomas Watson of Oviedo The Jaggi couple reside at 2501 North Volusia Avenue Orange City following a honeymoon in Vera Beach The bride wore a white suit with lavender accents and a white carnation corsage
Mrs Una Loveland of East Main street hosted the Lydia Circle of the First Methodist Church. Special guests were Mrs Walter Gilliland and Mrs Harry Parker. Devotions by Miss Ada Ohrn referenced 1 Corinthians 2, closing with a prayer. The bake sale site was reminded for Friday, with goods to church Thursday evening.
Mrs. Richard Brewer hosts her sons Barry and Gary visiting Corry with her parents Mr and Mrs Dean Bash on West Pleasant Street. Mrs Bushline travels from Vidalia Georgia with her daughter after a month there. Loretta and Arlene Franz daughters of Leo Franz Jr of Wilmington Delaware visit the Dodds on Scott's Crossing Road and plan to return next week. Mrs Reynolds Hamilton of Columbus guest of the Dolins in Buffalo with Harry Bensink of Clymer attending a graduation party for Raymond Dolan. Dan Taggart to return to Carlisle tonight for a brief visit.
Twelve friends attended the party at Coletta Watrous home on Ohio Street to celebrate her 14th birthday. Gifts were given and games played with prizes won by Linda Raymond Jillie Winkle Wanda Henry and Janice Watrous Cassie Mitchell received the special prize. Green and yellow decor themed the event with cake chips brownies ice cream and punch served.
The Gravink family gathered for its 55th annual reunion at the Clymer Conservation clubhouse on Friday evening with 52 relatives present. Two ladies over 90 and four in their eighties attended. After lunch a brief business session led by Mrs. Donald Ruslink named James Gravink program chairman with Mrs. Jay Gravink treasurer and Mrs. Axel Lundberg secretary. Relatives came from Corts Clymer Sherman Mayville Stow Chevy Creek and Ashville.
The French Creek and Findley Lake Garden Club held an outdoor luncheon at Meath Park on Wednesday with about 10 members present. Hostesses were Mrs Harold Cage and Mrs Lydia Waid. Out-of-town guests included Jewel Naylor Laskey of Washington DC, Mrs Harrison Sonith, and Mrs Nellie Taylor of Cleveland.
The U S Embassy said South Korea received 268 million dollars in economic aid from the United States for the fiscal year ending June 30. The aid underscores ongoing U S assistance to Seoul amidst regional economic concerns.
A son was born to Mr and Mrs John Saybandr of Union City at Union City Memorial Hospital on July 4. Another son arrived to Mr and Mrs Jack Wilcox of Centerville at Union City Memorial Hospital on July 7.
Cobbs Corners Community Church will host a sacred music program at 8 o'clock on Split Creek road. Solos duets and quartets will feature with evangelist Re Hendon Brown directing and delivering a gospel message. The quartet, students at Tycoon Falls Bibit College near Atlanta, will tour 22 states ministering in churches and youth meetings this summer. Public invitation extended.
A stork shower honored Mrs. James Adams at the home of Mr. Wilma Adams in North Clymer. Guests enjoyed visiting and games with prizes awarded to Mrs. Winifred Moore, Mrs Allen Dunnewold, and Mrs. Raymond Fardink. A luncheon of fruit salad coffee and cake was served to 14 friends and relatives. Mrs. Adams received lovely gifts.
Stitchers group met with Ellen Ladd at the hall of Elfen Ladd in Deivuirding for a recent session. Local organizers, including NCA and Kenan OSIM, described plans for future craft activities and community outreach to boost membership and supplies.
Local police officer is reported beaten by two assailants in Philadelphia. The article references a riotous scene with hospital care and legal action, noting the officer’s injuries and ongoing investigation. Multiple names appear in the fragmented text, including references to hospitals and trial-related terms.
Algiers reports turmoil after widespread strike action ends with many returning to jobs. Government warns of unrest while demonstrations and violence affect coastal areas and the capital. Foreign observers note strong support networks and calls for independence from France.
Report outlines fragile peace talks between French officials and rebels in Algeria after renewed violence. Demonstrations grow in eastern Algeria near Algiers as rebels gain support, marking a decade since the rebellion began and signaling strong Moslem backing for independence from France.
Harvey Pensyl died early today in a fall from his second floor apartment window in Altoona Pennsylvania. A neighbor found the body and notified police. Authorities said Pensyl had been drinking prior to the fall.
The Pennsina Date Folk Festival in Kutztown set attendance records, drawing more than 10,000 people to the event last Saturday. Local organizers touted a successful turnout and strong community support for the festival.
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