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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1941
Page
5
A garbled passage references a large roadway, a wrestling match, and names like Dempsey and a friend urging recognition. The text is incomplete and hard to parse but implies discussion of a wrestling scene and a notable figure, with lingering uncertainty about identity and timing.
The text appears as a fragmented obituary or memorial note referencing Robert Pepin Lit, Edie Jerome Bernard, and Damon Ibert S. It hints at a fatal boating incident and uncertain departures, with garbled phrases suggesting a memorial context and unresolved changes among those named.
Corry students and relatives depart by motor for Mexico City after graduation events in Ann Arbor. Miss Jorma Bennett earned a Bachelor of Arts at the University of Michigan, with sister Ruth Bennett finishing her second year. Others include Tenby Larson, Claude Hulett, and Frank Layreny, each taking advanced degrees or scholarships, heading to the University of Mexico for a summer course.
The article profiles Ruth Bryan Rohdes and Olive Ringstad among other notable American women. It highlights Rohdes’s public service roles and international outlook, Ringstad’s status as a secretary of state, and examples of women in local government including Anna Dixon Wilson, Sarah Griffin, Lucille Russell, and Helen Humphrey who shaped towns through reform, finance, education, and civic projects.
Members of Vic Elmer C. Carrier Post of the American Legion gathered for the 20th district emergency unit meeting yesterday at Marcresan Beach Canadohta with families. Attendees came from Crawford and Erie counties, followed by a noon basket picnic and program led by A. I Freview district chairman. Notable speakers included P. Clair Ross state auditor general and state chairman of the defense council, William J. Ricoards eastern vice commander, and Daniel C. Hartbauer western vice commander. A Cambridge Springs girl received the scholarship award for the essay on Americanism presented by Sidney Devore of Meadville.
Dundon Hixson wedding conducted by Rev P A Galbraith at the Methodist parsonage. Bride Miss Amine Ute wore a belted white dress with white accessories. bouquet of pink carnations and delphiniums. Attendants included Mrs Donald DeJean. Several relatives and friends from Corry and surrounding towns attended. guests traveled to Niagara Falls and Washington for subsequent visits.
Miss Dorothy Jolson daughter of Mr and Mrs Scott Jolson of East Bond street will appear in a junior piano recital Tuesday evening at 8 o'clock at the Conservatory of Music Hall in Warren Pa. The program includes piano selections by Emanuel Baul MacDowell and others.伴
The marriage of Miss Map Schrader of Erie formerly of Carry to Charles F Hall occurred Thursday June 16 at the Methodist Parsonage in Corry. Rev. Greer officiated. Mr Hall works at Mec Innes Sleep Company and the bride worked for NuBone in Erie. They return from Ohio and will reside in Corry. A family dinner followed the wedding.
Reservations for the Corry Country Club annual spaghetti dinner close this evening. Sponsored by the ladies of the clock to raise funds for Elk Room and ladies loge improvements, the event is chaired by Mrs Steen. Dinner starts at 6 o'clock and ends at 7, served by Mrs Tony Jackson. Afterward, cards will be played.
Mary Loveland entertained guests with a luncheon and bridge party at her Park Street home Saturday afternoon. Mrs John H Fenstermacher and Martha Hawkins won awards. out of town guests included Miss Jean Fiera and Miss Marion Donaldson. the event served as a variety shower for the guest of honor.
R C Catlin former manager of Cory offices of the Department of Public Assistance was honored at a dinner and party by local office employees. Dinner at Hotel Gorry, seven o'clock, followed by a gathering at Mrs Majerie Peek's home on North Center Street. Relatives, including Mr and Mrs Francis Higging and son John, visited Meadville and returned home Sunday.
A son was born Sunday morning at Corry hospital to Mr and Mrs Scott Rote of 328 Spring Street. Mrs Rote was formerly Byelah Cawley.
Christensen Thompson wedding took place Saturday at a parish in Spylay Creek with Miss Anna Christensen and Mr Thompson in attendance. Miss Christensen wore a sheer summer dress with pink rose accessories. Mr Thompson’s attire and Mrs Reapis attendants are noted. A private supper and reception followed for immediate family. the couple plans to reside in Gu Tunbie.
Mrs Schneider hosted a dinner for Miss McElroy at the Rila Restaurant in Riverlock. Guests included Mrs Evel yn Schneider and Mrs Edward Bar Mist Milton Van Dresar. a gardenia corsage was given to Lila. Bridge prizes were won by Mrs Renpems and others as part of a social evening.
Founders of Cor Ty Grange No 55 were honored in a special Saturday evening program during the regular session. The event featured readings by Ms Barry Earlonmey and Mrs Grace, plus a contest and group singing.
The Barrol family held its annual reunion at Basher Hall Kommunicy Wouee on 19M day. Attendees enjoyed a dinner and elected officers including Charlee Bugbee as president and Mrs Cal Pullom as conversey-treasurer. Other officers listed were Mrs Helen Somiton and Mrs Bor arrow. A charity committee and parish group chaired by Cheltay Fullum were noted, with activities divided and planned for the event at Canutlofita Lake.
Seventeen members of the Otterbein Brotherhood of the United Brethren church gathered for a chicken dinner at Panama Rocks at 6:00 PM Tuesday. The group planned a September meeting at G. T. Bergman’s West Irving Street home, elected E. V. McClintock as president and P. B. Johnson as vice president. G. J. Bergman and Guy Bennink elected treasurer, with RL Van Tasel acting as chair.
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