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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1943
Page
4
The article reports on war labor negotiations and a miners strike with terms of a wage agreement at $1.50 rejected by producers. Talks were set to resume at 10 AM EWT, though under the War Labor Board rule that bargainers must proceed only if no strike is ongoing. The strike had been called off but not officially ended, with expectations of early bargaining despite WL board conditions and President Roosevelt’s desire for a rapid end to the dispute.
The president stated Thursday that the war labor board would not be bypassed, despite Lewis indicating opposition to the agency. The remark clarifies that wartime labor policy remains in force and the WLB should be followed.
Prayer services for John Paul Darnofall young son of Mr and Mrs John Darnofall of West Pred erleke street were conducted by Rev Father Prencis J Graves at St Thomas church Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock Relatives bearing included J Woodworth Pfc Edward Dernofail Walter Darnofall and Joseph Darnofail Interment followed in the church cemetery.
Rev. Arthur E. Timms died at 7:46 AM in Corry hospital after a brief illness. A longtime pastor in Klein Beaverdam Concord Ridge and McGrady parishes, he was born Audrey England on January 1 1898 and immigrated to Canada before moving to the United States to Windber Pennsylvania. Survived by wife Myrtle and four sons, he leaves sisters in England, a brother in Franklinton, and many grandchildren. Services will be held at Elgin church with burial in Cataire cemetery Raw MILton Pa.
James Greene left for Cleveland after a death in the family. Eunice Yvonnie Holtmim of Ba bbbiotraet visited her grandmother in Spartanburg. Mrs. Pred Douse and daughter James Arteys of Ohion City spent the day with Mrs. Hulings in Delaware Street. Various residents and relatives travel, visit, or return from Syracuse, Cortland, Philadelphia, New York, and other locales, with several military members and a few plane trips noted.
Mrs Clinton McLean hosted a late evening party at her home on Pennie hil street. Twenty one guests attended and prizes were awarded in bridge to Mrs Philip Zalmeck and Mrs Milton Zalmeck, while Mrs George Stanford Jr and Mrs Franke DeLury won five hundred prizes. Door prize went to Mrs Donald Hall. Other attendees included Mrs Robert Wilson and many others. The host served a salad dessert after the event.
Girl Scout Troop No 39 met at the Presbyterian church last evening planning an all day hike at Mead Park. Each scout should bring a lunch beverage and table service for an evening picnic supper. Heavy rains kept attendance light.
Attorney General Duff announced the end of a six month claims period in the world wide scramble for Henrietta Garrett’s estate now valued around 16 million dollars. He said the state will move to collect its share, while 26 000 people from all states and 28 foreign countries have filed claims. The will reportedly left bequests totaling 62 500 dollars.
A child named Arson was born Friday afternoon at Corry Hospital to Mr and Mrs Ger ald Urben of Clymer New York. The notice records the birth in local society circles and identifies the newborn with family names and the hospital.
Miss Marian Kinney was honored at a farewell party hosted by Miss Barbara Rich on West Wayne Street. Her friends Doris Stowe Kathleen Multivick Mary Rhynard Therese Reach Gloria Neilson Katherine Splesman Beverly Stowe and Betty Tamdy attended. Kinney plans to make her home in Bradford Sunday evening.
Mrs Boyd Austin of 106 First Avenue entertained Thursday evening honoring Mrs Nettie Chambers who celebrated her seventy third birthday. The hostess served a delicious lunch as friends offered best wishes and birthday gifts after a most pleasant evening.
Mr and Mrs LeRoy W Storer of 45 Elk street announce the marriage of their daughter Elnora to Glenn W Wood of 212 South Second Avenue The ceremony took place in early spring at Warren Pennsylvania Mrs Wood is a member of the Junior High School faculty and Mr Wood is employed by Atlantic Refining Company
Mrs Marjorie Nichols entertained the S Twelve Five Hundred Club at her home on West Washington Street Thursday evening. Members decided to hold a tureen dinner on June Ath with Mary Sayko receiving the high card award and James Coburn the low award. hostess served refreshments to attendees and guest Mrs Willis Craker.
Erie County Sunday School Association opens with Richard Warner as vice president and a full schedule of chorale music, sermons, special music, and district meetings. Notables include Dr. Robert Galbreath of Westminster College and Rev. P. A. Galbreath, plus reports, elections, and a dinner keynote by Rev. Richard Miller. A 17-year-old, Harry Johnson, was treated for burns after gasoline exploded while fueling a tractor.
Meadville’s sports section notes a tight Buckeye clash where the Hawks push for season-best form. Key names like Kinick and Ives feature as the team seeks momentum, with late outs and steady defense shaping a high-stakes battle against a favored foe.
Fragmentary report references St Louis, New York, and Chicago Cubs dynamism. Mentions Salvatore, McCarthy, and Joe as shifting players, with focus on hitting, averages, and team struggles. Notes uncertain dates, injuries, and private communications amid a season of underperformance.
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