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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1966
Page
5
A scrambled OCR fragment hints at a tense intersection scene with a neon sign or warning, a shouted instruction to avoid a shotgun, and wine smashing inside a store. Vehicles were involved in a chaotic pull through the area as bystanders reacted to the disturbance.
Miss Rose Marie Kowalski and Dr. Paul T Schratz of Buffalo wed May 28 at 11 30 am in Buffalo First Presbyterian Church. Rev Albert Butzer officiated with sister Margaret Kowalski as bridesmaid and Dr David T Schratz as best man. A family luncheon followed at Hotel Lenox. Mrs Kowalski, a 1963 nursing school graduate, is daughter of Mr and Mrs John D Kowalski of Corry RD2. Dr Schratz, son of Dr and Mrs Frederick T Schratz, is Princeton and Buffalo Medical School educated. BERTHA MCMICHAEL Society Editor.
A Wednesday evening bridal shower for Miss Helen Mack was held at Nichols Lodge in Mead Park. She will wed James Chris on July 15 at the First Methodist Church. Hostesses included Miss Christine Piccirillo Miss Sally Burns and Mrs James Crosscut. Prize winners were Mrs Reese Drayer Mrs Max Chris and Mrs Earle Bliley with a special prize to Mrs Dennis Edwards. The guest of honor received many gifts as pink and white decor graced the event with a decorated shower cake on the serving table.
The International Association of Great Lakes Ports endorsed a resolution calling for toll free operation of the St. Lawrence Seaway. The group, with five Canadian and 15 U S ports, met here, and includes Erie Pennsylvania among its member cities.
Letters share low cost hacks from plastic foam chest coverings with plantain paper to baby car seats on trains. Other tips cover removing chocolate stains with carbonated water, mixing nail polish, and using rubber bands to prevent milk spills. Readers organize hints in a recipe box for quick reference.
The Dorschels will be feted at an open house and reception Sunday from 2 to 5 p m at 304 West Church Street to honor Mr and Mrs Joseph Dorschel on their 25th wedding anniversary. Hosted by their children Edward and Joanne, with son James in Greenville S C finishing a Bob Jones University degree. Neighbors and friends are invited.
Rebekah Lodge and Odd Fellows from Erie County join Past District Deputy Edna Depew of Sylvia Rebekah Lodge No 122 for an appreciation party. Mil dred Alam of Lady Franklin Rebekah Lodge No 140 was installed as district deputy president in Philadelphia. Entertainment came from North East Symphon iers and Luella Rebekah Lodge members. Myrtle Milks received a past district deputy president jewel. Depew praised progress and activity during her term.
The National Bank of Corry led by president H. Martin Keppel will host the NABAC dinner dance at the Corry Country Club tomorrow evening. Attendees include representatives and spouses from banks across northwestern Pennsylvania. A 6 to 7 pm cocktail hour precedes a 7 pm dinner, with The Vagabonds from Erie providing music 9:30 pm to 1 am. An afternoon golf event precedes the social program.
Wright School and Columbus Elementary School honored sixth grade students with year end parties. Mrs. Michael Kuzma chaired Columbus affair with helpers Mrs. Chisler Pokosh and White. Corsages went to teachers and a corsage to Mrs. Robert Damon. Mad hat party at Wright produced hats prize winners David Moore Rebecca Nichols Laura VanGuilder Linda Duell Adele Hammerlee Diane Shamburg. James Lundy was master of ceremonies.
The Findley Lake summer home of Alfred M Morrison and his wife hosted an outdoor tureen dinner for Catholic Daughters of America court conception No 95. Mrs Morrison was hostess assisted by Miss M Agnes Lynch grand regent and committee chairmen for June. Other committee members attended as part of the final session until fall.
Berean Class of Evangelical United Brethren Church held a Wednesday wiener roast at Mr and Mrs Lloyd Lillie s home 336 East Pleasant Street with eleven members present Larry Aldrich presided and Ray Huffman gave devotions The next gathering will be a family picnic at Mead Park in July.
The church plans a tureen picnic on Wednesday at 6 p m at Stennett pavilion Mead Park Coffee, drinks, and ice cream will be provided Members should bring a tureen and table service Parishioners and friends are invited Entertainment will include games for all ages
Bonnie Rooney, seven years old, was honored at an afternoon birthday party hosted by her mother at 48 West Pleasant Street. The event, attended by ten guests, featured games, a decorated cake, party favors and coloring books. Prizes went to Rebecca Fairchilds, Jane Marie Stright and Bobbie Rooney.
The Evangelical United Brethren Church Ladies Aid held a picnic and meeting at Mead Park with 22 members in attendance. A three quilt donation was approved for missionaries Eugene Westley family in Africa, to be delivered upon their return to Corry later this month. The next meeting is set for July 13 at the church hosted by Mrs. Bessie Smith.
A son was born yesterday morning to Mr and Mrs Daniel Wood at Corry Memorial Hospital located at 214 West Washington Street. The mother is the former Marilyn Jackman.
Riverside Calif visitors Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert Hixson join Park Home neighbors for a Great Lakes naval train leave. Ronald Shank and family host relatives in Columbus and plan Bainbridge schooling. Spring Creek Fire Dept hosts annual chicken barbecue to fund equipment. Anniversary wishes to Maurice Gjertsen and June. Moose and Rebekah Lodge members attend Chicago convention and Moose events in Mead Park. Open house for Mrs Claude Hoffman on Sunday. Best wishes to John Adams Sr. on 45 years marriage. Lady Franklin Rebekah Lodge Past Grands meet for tureen dinner at Nichols Lodge. Women of the Moose install officers Sunday. attendees to report by 1:30 with formal attire. Miss Jacqueline Michael honored after wedding to Emerson Bear with bridal shower hosted by Miss Anna Marie Beer. Household hint on cleaning and Emerson quote finish the day. News deadline noted as 11 a.m. next day.
The Merry Mixers Club met at Mrs. Michael Kuzma's Columbus home. New members Beth Rater and Joan Rugar joined. Mary Kuzma, president, opened the meeting as Janie Cariel led the 4H pledge. Jay Bailey adjourned. The group plans to meet June 30 at 1 PM again at the Kuzma residence.
Fred M. Heddinger of the Pennsylvania School Boards Association warned that new U S involvement could bypass established schools and professionals. Speaking at the University of Pennsylvania, he noted the U S Office of Education may contract directly with commercial firms for research and urged schools and educators to participate in all research and development efforts. He called for closer cooperation among school boards superintendents and teachers.
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