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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1944
Page
4
A woman's skull, partly decomposed with a severed jaw, was found along Northeast Philadelphia railroad tracks. Detective John Gross noted long reddish-brown hair and a forehead crack, suggesting two skilled individuals may have severed it. The skull appeared exposed for about a week and remains a mystery.
Pvt. Andrew Leste Andrako, 19, paratrooper and youngest of three Andrako brothers, was killed in France on June 7, the day after D-Day. Family of 304 South Martin Street informed by telegram from the War Department. First Titusville region casualty among invasion participants. message dated June 22 from Adjutant General Uilo.
The Warren Conservatory of Music held Friday auditions in its North Center street studios with Dr Leroy B Campbell and Miss Naomi Johnson teaching. Campbell, a National Guild of Piano Teachers member, judged pupils for critique and encouragement by prominent Philadelphia judge Dr Stanley Sprenger. Pupils performed four to ten pieces from memory, aiming for high marks. The program highlights the growth of auditions nationwide from 600 to over 19 000 participants with Norfolk unit as largest. Corry pupils were among those showcasing Friday.
Mrs Frank Gravino was elected president of the American Legion Auxiliary to succeed Mrs Victor Orn. Officers to be elected at a Fall session as reports from coupon, house and treasurer were heard. A rim mage sale proceeds noted and plans for a weekend in October. The group agreed to send a shock to the canteen and purchase bonds in the Fifth War Loan drive. Social hour followed with refreshments by Mrs Stephen Brooks Florence Brooks and Mary Arn. A picnic at Mead Park is planned for July with date to be announced.
A dated editorial argues that employers hoard depreciation funds for tax relief rather than spending on replacements, worsening downturns. It supports allowing investments in equities and criticizes rigid government controls, urging balanced policy to stimulate hiring and growth.
Local social roundup lists Miss Doris Stowe visiting her parents on Wright Street and Penn State journalism student Miss Stowe. Other travelers include Miss Mary Jean Mooney, nurse student, visiting from Pittsburgh, and Seaman Piccirillo visiting relatives from Little Creek.
Miss June Joann Hinkler daughter of Clarkes H Hinkler and the late Ines Hinkler is engaged to Pfc Richard F Wagner son of Mr and Mrs Albert Wagner of this city No wedding date is announced Miss Hinkler is a Erie Academy High School graduate and formerly worked at the Boston store Pfc Wagner in the Combat Personnel Division of the AAF based at Lincoln Nebraska was in business with his father before enlistment
A Pittsfield event honored Miss Dorota Mae Rickers on the eve of her marriage. Hostesses Mrs Leo Hutz and Miselaine Foster served a dinner with guests including Miss Rickers and several friends. Miss Rickers received two gifts from friends.
Fine wrist watches grow scarce amid wartime. Experts urge careful handling and expert service, warning against DIY repairs and improper tools. Wind sparingly, avoid heat and shock, remove during heavy vibrations, and test water resistance only with caution.
Rosemary Auer who leaves next week for SPAR training and Miss Delores Green who celebrated her birthday were guests of honor at a dinner party in Hoyt's London on West Main Street. Attending friends presented each guest with a gift. the attendees included Mary Baldwin Rosalind Hopkins Julia Kudlick Marion Kimmey Catherine Greene Shirley Dickinson Mrs Clarence Conklin and Mrs Ray Root.
Mrs W R Jordan hosted a birthday party for Mrs Fred Schreus of East Frederick street on Friday at her home. Guests included immediate family who arrived to celebrate with gifts and cards. Decorations featured a large birthday rake with yellow and pink flowers and yellow tapers.
Mrs. Harry Lamb and daughters Doris and Audrey hosted a Supper at Mead Park Friday evening honoring Donald Butch Jackson who is leaving soon for military service. A picnic style supper was followed by music games and visiting at the Lamb home on Engle Street.
About 2,000 Pennsylvania Guardsmen from Philadelphia and Allentown moved into Indiantown Gap Pa today to begin a three week encampment at the state militia post.
Mr and Mrs John Dirks of Corry announce the May 20 wedding of their daughter Emmalynn Dirks a Private in the Women's Army Corps to Sgt Wesley Chapman in Tampa Florida. The ceremony was at Drew Field where both were stationed at the aerial photography lab. Emmalynn previously worked at Aero Supply.
A fire in Birmingham threatened city hall, with Pixel threatening destruction. The blaze burned three to four stories before crews contained it, bringing the danger under control early today.
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