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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1959
Page
5
Fragmentary text describes a strike payment issue and union matters in Washington D.C. with mentions of members, benefits, and duration. No complete names, dates, or clear actions available.
A social highlight recounts a baby shower at Mrs. Harry Schiemer’s Wayne Street home honoring Mrs. Leonard Elison and Lenore of Findley Lake. About 12 guests attended, enjoying pirate bingo, visiting, strawberry shortcake, coffee, tea, and floral table décor.
A Corry Bridge Association session was held at the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post. Nine tables played with an 108 average. North South winners were Lou Wallace and Mr. Rupp of Jamestown with 142. East West winners were Mr. and Mrs. John Israel with 137. Newcomers’ bridge had two and a half tables. The next session is planned for July 15.
Jonathan Lodge No. 635 of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows met on Center Street. Fred Mixer reported on the Grand Lodge session in Pittsburgh. The memorial service will be at First Methodist Church Sunday at 7 30 p m with Rev. George A. Myers delivering the sermon. all district lodges and the public are invited.
Members of the Mary Martha Sunday School Class of the First Presbyterian Church met at the home of Mrs Merrill Lilié on Roosevelt Highway for an indoor picnic supper at 5 30 p m Recitations singing and games followed The next meeting will be a pancake supper in September at Mrs Paul Lines cottage Findley Lake.
The Baseball Auxiliary met last evening at the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post home with 18 members from the Little League and Minor League. After the business session, members enjoyed cake and coffee provided by Mrs. Richard Morton, president. The next meeting will be held in September with date to be announced.
Mr and Mrs Robert Smith of Sherman welcomed a daughter born last evening at Cobry Memorial Hospital.
Patricia Brandt 12, daughter of Mr and Mrs Stanley Batley of Marion Street, was honored at a birthday party hosted by her mother. Pink decor, a decorated cake and ice punch bowl featured. wiener roast outside and cake inside. Favors and prizes were given by Linda Smith, Keith Dellins and Betty Hudson. Attendees included Kathy McVicker, Linda Smith, Candy Williams, Linda Miller, Gayle DeMarte, Kathy Dennis and Betty Hudson.
Mrs Cecil Miller hosted a Plank Road Club gathering with sixteen members and seven children. Mrs Lawrence Miller presided, outlining plans for the annual July picnic at Mead Park. Bingo followed, with prizes awarded to Mrs Howard Mowers, Mrs Philijry Wade, Mrs Mac Raymond, and Miss Christine Caster. Ice cream banana nut bread sandwiches cookies and coffee were served.
Mrs. M Spencer dies at 1 30 a m after extended illness age 73 born October 20 1885 Sprint Creek Township lifelong resident of the area widow of Elmer J Spencer died April 1940 Survived by son Harold J Spencer R D 2 Corry brother Guy Williams R D 4 Corry sister in law Mrs Paul Whaley and two grandchildren Friends may call Bracken Funeral Home 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p m Friday Services Saturday 2 p m at the funeral home Rev Paul Bowlby officiating interment West Lawn Cemetery Columbus
Titusville police report a car driven by Rose M Daugherty veered off the street after a hit by a northbound convertible, striking a parked car owned by Mary A Donovan. The Olsen sedan suffered major front end damage while Donovan’s car escaped worse damage. Reckless driving charges are being filed.
Townville new junior senior high school under construction at Townville is about three quarters finished. Associated Contractors of Conneaut Lake report progress on schedule and expect to open for fall classes though minor work may remain, notably in the auditorium with the main entranceway and rear canopy still being completed.
The Chamber plans on the spot programs to counter royal adverse opinions on its operation after a ten year effort to interpret a survey. Clyde Keith the chamber president backs open meetings for members to address survey issues as slides prepared by Gannon personnel summarize results. Announcement of meeting dates will follow. Stewart A. Long reports progress on Corry’s mural for Titusville Centennial parade in August.
Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip depart for a 45 day tour of Canada landing first at Argentia due to fog. The party then travels by car to St Johns. Canadian warships and RAF protection accompany the journey while officials and a large press corps await the royal visit. The trip includes a new BBC TV relay system for film of departure.
A fire in East St. Louis destroyed six Negro homes and damaged two more, leaving 26 people homeless. No injuries were reported, and the fire origin is undetermined.
Union City couple Mr and Mrs Andrew Twist will be honored at a Cutting Sunday School reception at Town Hall Saturday evening. Committee includes Mrs Clyde Courtright Mrs Gordon Shampoe and Mrs Carl Marsh. Attendees urged to bring table service sandwiches and a turgin. Short program planned.
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