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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1945
Page
4
Misses Myrna Masbrouck Mrs Mary Strigler Miss Louise Whiteley visit Mrs N this morning to see her Milton Burger former Corry resident Mrs Anthony Wicros in Erie today A Week.
The Sciota Ladies Aid held an all day meeting at Mrs Cora Simmons on Liberty Street with a queen dinner served at noon for 44 members and guests. Sewing by Red Cross quilts was a noted project. Next gathering planned with Mrs William Burnett and others. Emma Heath celebrated her birthday. George Ainsworth, USMC, home from Puerto Rico visiting wife in Union City. both well known locally.
Babson argues the war will end soon with Japan’s plans failing and Allied victories expanding. He predicts swift transition to consumer production, rising stock prices, and potential improvements in U S USSR relations while cautioning that Russia could face civil upheaval.
Seventy first reunion of Corry High School alumni draws classes from 1945 and earlier to the Junior High gym. President Frank Whiteley notes tight budgets, costed school plant needs, and plans for a new building as war-time activities and food rationing shape travel. Officers elected include Helen Jones as president and Ruth Bennett as vice president with a reception and dance to close the evening.
A daughter was born Friday at Gorey Hospital to Mr and Mrs Otto Mat ti RD 3 A son was born yesterday to Mr and Mrs Rodney Matteson BD 4 Gorey Hospital notes list newborns in a brief local notices section with minimal details.
Mr and Mrs Mervyn Nast depart for New York on a buying trip for Nast Company and expect gate in a week. Miss Jane Feldhus leaves for New York while her fiance Pvt Fred Schwab, recently freed from a German prison camp, arrives on leave. Mr and Mrs Gary Davis return to Corry and plan to reopen a radio repair shop. Numerous people are listed as traveling to visit relatives in Pratt Kansas, Canton Ohio, Moultrie Georgia, and other locations, with many staying weekend or returning home for medical or training related reasons.
Louis E. Patmore son of Mr and Mrs Darwin D Patmore of Snytter Circle married Miss Margaret Lenhart of Ellc beffi Pa at the bride’s home. The ceremony occurred at 7 34 p m as both couple are students at Allentown Bible Institute and will continue their studies. Prior to leaving Patmore was employed at the Gorgy Jamestown plant.
Mrs Herbert Trisket honored with a shower at the home of Mrs W Trisket on West Washington street. Sixteen attended and enjoyed an evening of fun with prizes won by Mrs Merre Dodd and Mrs Brank Dodd. A salad supper was served and Mrs Tuskel received many small gifts.
Erie group owners Gib hosted a well attended meeting covering a baking sale report by Mrs. A L Brooks. A Townsend visit by Dr. Francis Townsend is planned for June 16 and 47. Attendees from Erie included Mr and Mrs G Bailey, Mr and Mrs PM, Sirber and William McClelland, with a program on a biblical text.
Joh and James Burkhart held a birthday party yesterday hosted by Mr and Mrs Phomins Burkharth. Twelve friends attended a lively gathering at Med Pay tov s teal and eu Jover. A very fine tad, Mig Biles Aaiek served Kee regime ly Mie pay.
Betty Crawford was honored last evening at the Rite Restaurant by her Girl Scout Patrol. Invitations included Harriet Miykert as patrol leader and Misses Dixie Lou Phillips, Wilma Rae Silgrent, Patty Fleming, Bucilly Beckwith, and others. A farewell gift and individual presents were given as Crawford leaves Corry for Pomona Sulawney.
Mrs Wilsted hosted a Friday card club at her East Mall street home with guests including Mrs Dorr Clark Mrs Walter Mc Elroy and Mrs Glenn Dickson. Prizes included a travel prize won by Mrs Johnson. Refreshments of vegetable salad rolls cupcakes and coffee were served as the group adjourned to meet again in two weeks with Mrs Warren Johnson.
The Noahs Ark Class of the United Brethren in Christ Church met at the parsonage last night. Seven or more attended, so the business meeting was not held. A social evening followed with gingerbread, whipped cream, and coffee served by Mrs Harris. Mr and Mrs Wayne Van Guilder of North Center Street will entertain the society on July 5.
A small group met at the church for the final session of the year despite poor conditions. Twelve members attended and planned to reconvene on September 1 for the next calendar cycle.
Scattered lines discuss eligibility and finances for next year, minor league participation, and a mix of players and officials. The text references Thomas H. Ru, Bobby Jones, and various leagues, with mentions of international matchups and upcoming drafts. Details are unclear due to damaged OCR and garbled phrasing.
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