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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1955
Page
5
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A note from the registrar indicates the AI8 project experiences a reader error, delaying access to the registered works. Personnel urge patience as technical teams diagnose the issue and restore normal functionality.
The Lorry Country Club hosted a charming coffee yesterday from 11 to 1 to honor Mrs. James Conner and her daughter Miss Mary. Hostesses included Mrs N Troy Gillette and Mrs Rasselas Brown with Edison H Harmon, blue decor, blue gladioli, and ferns. About 200 guests attended from nearby towns and cities, with out-of-town relatives and friends traveling from as far as California and New York State.
Social club notices report the marriage of Lt Col David W Blakley of Lemoyne and Miss Tetty Gentiman of Kane. The ceremony occurred last Saturday at the bride’s parents home with immediate family present. The couple will reside after July 1 at 424 Hummel Avenue Lee Jennyne, Pax.
Mr and Mrs Fred Howard hosted friends at their West Columbuky avenue home for an evening gathering. Guests included Mr and Mrs Ghirtes Thomas, Mr and Mrs Oliver Robbins, the Howard family, the Robb ins, the Robbins, Mr and Mrs Guy Long and family, Mr and Mrs Roy Hamilton and family, Mr and Mrs George Ros and family, Mr and Mrs Joseph Ruisky and family, and Mr and Mrs Floyd Robbins.
Coroner Harold Troxell ruled the death of 2 year old Dennis Walter, son of Mr and Mrs Cal Walter, accidental after a truck strike in Claysburg Blair County. The tragedy occurred yesterday as authorities investigated the pedestrian incident.
Announcement lists Mrs Warlo Morris of Columbus and Mrs Norbert Butch biker of Corry as counselors for Mead Park Day Camp for this month. Mrs Merrill Wade, Girl Scout camp director, modited the appointments. Bachomer’s Scouts baked biscuits for unit supplies and transport camping equipment.
Mrs Giles Cook Jr of 347 Mead Avenue entertained last evening at her Fishley Lake home for several friends from Canton and nearby towns. She served a delicious supper and the guests enjoyed a pleasant social evening.
Richard J. Davis, former Corry resident, is engaged to Miss Nancy Richart of Cleveland. Richard is the son of Mrs. Lindle Davis of 116 Lemon Street, Nancy is the daughter of Mrs. Edith B. Franco of Cleveland. The wedding will be held on Saturday, August 20.
Party honoring Mrs William Kerstetter was held Thursday evening at Mrs Gordon Shamipoe’s Cutting The affair featured awards to Mrs Wallace Kerstetter Mrs Arthur Wallace Mr Adrienne Anderson Mrs Ros Redovin Miss Elaine Ohmer and the honored guest The door prize went to Mrs Martin Sraith Gifts were presented with a card centerpiece Hosts served salad tea eggs mints and coffee Favors were paper bloomers Attendees from Corry included Mrs Wallace Kerstetter Mrs Adrienne Anderson and Mrs Lawrence Vanderhalf Jr
Harbor Hall Ladies Aid met Thursday for an all day session with a noon dinner for ten members and families. President Mrs Oscar Vance led a brief business meeting after devotions and prayer, then members worked on a friendship quilt. Next meeting planned for August 4.
Officers of Gorss-Chy Chapter No 17 Order of the Eastern Star plan a reception Thursday evening at Mrs Willan A Louby home to honor Mrs Bert Williams with her appointment as star deputy matron District 18. The event follows a meeting of the Penn Sylvani Chapter in Philadelphia and includes a church welcome at First Presbyterian Church on August. A school of instruction rehearsal is set for Monday evening July 10 at 7 30 p.m. in the lodge with members reminded of a card party and fishing-related event in August.
The Columbus Men's Club met at the Tiwi Hatt in Columbus on Thursday at 8 p.m. with officers and members present. The club announces a community barbecue on August 4 in Mather Park hosted by committee members Albuit Fos, Leawrenion Mitler, and Rev 8 Tul Aflir, with musical entertainment by Artin HUT and his committee.
Ambassadors Class meeting noted by Mrs Wan Ta FP and Mr Ganembars of Ye Arn. Brethren attended and played a program with Mrs Davin Sup Beni Unk. Ginger Sumbi and Boats were present as part of the class activities.
Mrs Irvin Young and Mrs Hog McClay hosted a surprise housewarming for Mr and Mrs Edmund Barr at 41 Crave Street. About 20 relatives and friends from Cory Jamestown Snyder and Kenmore New York attended. A social evening and buffet lunch followed. The group presented a purse of money to the honored couple.
Arch Ward Chicago Tribune sports editor died today noted for promoting major events such as Golden Gloves Silver Skates and the All Star football game The report also covers Norfok Lt Cmdr F G Turner parachuting to safety after ejecting from a Curtis jet fighter near Oceanna Naval Air Station with no injuries found during post flight checkup The article mentions the last Ice age melting from the Great Lakes region about 10 000 years ago.
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