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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1945
Page
5
An Associated Press style guide suggests letting children plan and prepare a Father’s Day meal with simple, visually appealing courses. Include deviled eggs, light sandwiches on pumpernickel, and fruit desserts, with mother’s help as needed to balance flavors and ensure safety.
A Corry area society page records visits from Brockway to Jamestown and Cleveland. It notes soldiers returning home on furlough from Europe and South Pacific duty, plus local church events, a piano recital at the Methodist Church, and plans for vacations and travels among residents and guests in East Main Street, West Pleasant Street, and surrounding streets.
Miss Bertha Bensink daughter of Mr and Mrs David Bensink Corry RD 4 married Ed win Gravink son of Mr and Mrs Chris Gravink of Clymer RD 2 in Abbe Reformed Church at Clymer Rev Gerrit Timmer officiated before about three hundred guests Organist Mrs Roy Gravinik and soloist Mrs Gertrude Gravink provided music Attendants included sister Ruth Bensink and Marian McCracken Best man Harold Bensink and ushers Robert Vangarde Everett Cady A church reception followed The bride a white crepe gown with lace, red rose bouquet. groom an electrician at Carnegie Steel Youngstown They plan to reside in Youngstown area.
Miss Barbara Ann Keppel, bound for a Summer course at the University of Mexico on June 20, was feted by cousin Mrs. John Fenstermacher at a bridge party on Mott Street. Four tables played with high prizes to Miss Mary Helene Hillstrom and Mrs. James Lewis. Keppel won a guest prize. Out of town guests included Mrs. Robert Davis, Miss Joan Fiero of Erie, and Mrs. Thom Danaher of Mercersburg. A two course lunch followed.
Mr and Mrs Gordon Shampoe of Clymer enjoyed a surprise gathering from their Sunday School group and 35 friends at their home to celebrate his birthday. Prizes were awarded in an old fashioned spelling bee won by Ids Redding Lillian Wallace Mia Hazel Wallace Mary Alicia Humphrey and Bemis. A bountiful supper followed with two birthday cakes. Guests traveling from away included Leonard Evans from Jamestown NY Tha Redding Marlene and Linda from Ele Pa and Lawrence Evans from Clymer.
The Christian Endeavor Society of First Baptist Church held its annual banquet at 6:30 pm with Miss Phyllis Rieck welcoming winners of a three month membership contest. The evening featured piano duets, readings, solos, quartets, a guest sermon by Rev. Travis of Sherman NY, and concluded with benediction.
The Concord Community Club met at the Community House with about 100 attendees for an enjoyable program. The Magee family from Union City performed instrumental numbers to approval. Miss Shirley Hall gave recitations, the Lang men’s quartet sang, and business ran smoothly under President Philip Wade with the next meeting set for July 20. Toe cream, cake, cookies, and coffee were served by Mrs. Frank Culver and Mrs. Clyde Hall.
Miss Young hosted the Good Samaritan Class of the Methodist Church at her home last evening. Mrs Edmund Barr led devotions and business, with Mrs Roland Hasbrouck presiding. Miss Florence Brooks was named flower committee chair. July flowers planned for the church. A social with music followed. July 20 picnic set for Mead Park.
Two boys and a girl born late last evening at Cony Hospital to Mr and Mrs James Kolstee Carry A daughter born early this morning at Corry Hospital to Mr and Mrs Louis Hemink of North Elymer New York Local birth notices record the newborns and the parental names and places of residence
The article reflects on leg makeup trends advising a single shade line, prep by removing leg hair, and applying makeup in the tub after a morning shower. It recommends drying legs completely, starting at the toes and finishing each stroke, covering the leg wall above the feet for a smooth stocking effect.
The Ladies Auxiliary of the American Legion met at the Legion Hall on North Center street for officer elections. New officers include Mrs. Ann Gravinio president, Mrs. Vermin Bhmaquist first vice president, Mrs. Mayme Carlburg second vice president, Mrs. Helen King secretary, Mrs. Helen Brown treasurer, Mrs. Mary Ohrn chaplain, Mrs. Alla Ohrn historian, and Mrs. Nora Miller sergeant at arms. Five new members were admitted and a Mead Park picnic was planned for July 20. A large attendance enjoyed a fish lunch served by the Post members.
The Corry Country Club hosted the first of a series of semi weekly card parties for members and town guests. Five tables were active at the clubhouse with Mrs. Raymond Anderson and Langdon Rowe high scorers. Refreshments included sandwiches cheese and coffee served late.
A Thursday evening gathering at Celoron Park Pier honored Donald Betts and Roger Stowe, with twelve friends present. The event featured dancing and a post-service departure with guests including Sheila Betts, Martha McIntyre, Betty Dodd, Benita Thompson, Shirley Thompson, Jaqueline Howard, Laura Pontier, Arthur Thompson, Norman Anderson, William Loveland, Walter Davis, Albert Young of the Navy, Mr. Bells, and Mr. Stowe.
Amici Bible Class of the United Brethren met at the Dowshertys lawn with 25 members present. Mr and Mrs Floyd Dowsherty hosted a bountiful alper and business session led by Mrs Lynn Campbell. Mrs Leo McGaughey gave a flannel graph lesson and Rev McGaughey led devotions. Mrs H Rey Harris supervised a social sing along. Next meeting set for July 13.
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