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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1937
Page
8
A fragmentary Corry newspaper page describes Memorial Day activities, school examinations after the holiday, a City Council meeting planned, and Mercyhurst band leadership. It notes public band concerts at City Park, church broadcasts from Columbus, a store sale, oil drilling reports, and local incidents including vandalism cases and a traffic incident.
Sparta Pa June 1997 Sparta High students Lonlon Cine presented their annual Night with songs readings and a ship themed program led by Clare Burton. Dorris Sitranghan read Lipkout and Kyle Chetton distributed crew tokens. Junior senior reception followed at Celeron Park with a NY amusement park outing. Memorial Day services in Rose Hill cemetery honored veterans with local groups, including Drum and Eagle Corps and Corry Band.
Two Columbus young men were treated at Corry Hospital early Sunday for minor injuries after a crash on North Center Street. The Ford coach driven by Melvin Reymonly collided with a Ford car driven by Anthony Sventek at West Washington and Grace Streets. no injuries were reported and damage was light. Police continued the investigation with no charges by midafternoon.
Corry Mott Street resident George Keefe died Sunday afternoon at his home after a period of illness. A machinist by trade he worked at Ajax Iron Works for 35 years. He was a member of the Corry Council Knights of Columbus and is survived by his wife Maude, three sisters Arthur Puller Mauie Keefe and Maude Keefe, and a brother Prairie Keefe. Funeral services are planned at St Thomas on Wednesday at 10.
Miss Bernice L Parkhurst, daughter of Mrs Lette Parkhurst and the late Fred Parkhurst, died Saturday afternoon after long illness in Sherman New York. Mineral services will be held at 2 o clock at the family home. Burial in Sherman cemetery. Born October 6 1901 she spent her life in the community. Survived by mother four sisters and four five nieces.
In a novelty tag tournament at Corry Country Club yesterday Ed Meldt won first prize, Barry Krone took second, and Sara Gustafson and Lei Hoylen earned consolation awards. A large field competed as the holiday period climaxed at the club.
Misael Sarns may win parole from the Pennsylvania Industrial School for Women at end of three years if behavior remains. Sheriff Dell Darling said she could apply to the courts for parole after that period. She was found guilty of voluntary manslaughter in the death of John Hogan.
L. Shaffer of Western Auto Supply Company Kansas City arrived Monday to assist Lex ter R. Lopus with installing fixtures and merchandise at the new Western Auto Associate Store on 2 E Main Street. The store will open in about five days. Shaffer notes Western Auto's growth from a single shop to over 170 company stores and more than 600 associate locations nationwide.
An article notes rising European tension as Italy and Germany align with fascist aims while France and Britain seek deterrence. It reports Britain warning the Loyalist government to avoid provoking Germany and Italy, in the context of the bombardment of Alaer ia and The German fleet actions.
An account of Memorial Day exercises in City Park highlights war’s toll and a plea for peace. Veterans, bands, and civic groups attended, with remarks by Lieut Wellman and reflections on fallen comrades. Merle B. Dutton of Oklahoma City was noted as a surviving former member.
Two brothers Lloyd Cornmesier 17 and Prue Cornmesier 14 barely survived a Sunday inland flood above the Mleshouy River near Oil City. They were swept downstream after entering the river’s north bank. Lloyd cramps first and Prue helped him toward shallow water. Railroad workers at Cabin 7 revived them with artificial respiration.
Prof Henry C. Wilson presents a piano recital at his Wilson Studio Thursday evening June 3 assisted by Mrs Blanche Keleher and Keppel Tiffany. The program features four short numbers by Miss Hamlet Cathers who has studied with Mr Wilson. Invitations note one recital will be limited.
Veterans and civic groups gathered for Memorial Day ceremonies with remarks by Pastor William Hall and the American Legion. The High School Band performed as flags and flowers adorned graves, and many visited local cemeteries to pay tribute to the war dead. The weekend allowed extra time for decorating graves, creating a springtime display and commemorative reflection.
In Franklin, June 1 0, William C. Stewart of Youngstown a former resident, and her sister Mrs Eva Slater of Norwood near Philadelphia died within hours of each other. Mrs Slater had suffered a long illness while Mrs Stewart was visiting at the home of her player and caring for her when suddenly stricken with heart disease. Both deaths occurred Saturday.
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