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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 05, 1942
Page
5
The article notes that white clothing like bed linens requires careful bleaching per the package label and rinsing twice to avoid holes. It highlights crisp white and pale blue lingerie as spring accents with navy and black, and mentions embroidered originial lace blouses adding a feminine touch to tailored outfits.
War era policy division rises as women leaders clash over whether to ban alcohol in army and navy camps. Mrs Elin Boole supports the Sheppard bill backing a dry zone, while Mrs John S Sheppard argues liquor will be sold illegally near camps and near training stations. The debate recalls WW1 rules when zones prevented sale near soldiers in uniform.
Mrs E G Wolfe was elected president of the New Era Cloth of the Presbyterian church at a meeting held at the home of Mrs Raymon Barnes. Other officers named for the year were Mrs John Sheehan vice president Mrs Glenn Dickson treasurer and Mrs Barnes secretary. The gathering included devotional readings and a program from Adventures of Service featuring A Knight of the Antarctic and A Blind Man Sets the Pact. Entertainment for the social hour was arranged by Mrs Dickson and desserts with St Patrick's Day table settings were served by Mrs Barnes with help from Mrs Winifred Sutton and Miss Whiteley.
A farewell party Monday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. T. A. Paver on East Pleasant Street announced the engagement of their daughter Mary Kathryn to James Perry Hopkins, son of Lynn Hopkins of Union City. Hopkins left Wednesday for U S Army service. guests included Mrs. J Marcus Chetwood, Montana. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Hopkins, Columbus. Verna Malek, Trainer Molly Wid, Clymer N Y. Max Bemis, Cutting N D. No wedding date set.
A collection of domestic advice covering laundering lace collars, silver care, velvet gowns, closets, and kitchen tips. Includes instructions for mild soap suds, rinsing, pressing, and starching, with additional notes on fabric care and recipe ideas.
Presbyterian junior choir members gathered for a green dinner at Miss Mary Low Patterson’s East Frederick Street home with twelve attendants. After the meal a brief rehearsal followed the meal.
Minnesota fur industry fortunes hinge on wartime rules as beaver hides flow to domestic markets. Officials report beaver pelts valued in the millions, with beaver and muskrat trapping driving substantial cash amid crackdowns on illegal trading and stolen pelt tags, and investigations involving a northland fur agent and a warden.
Mrs Sue Crowell hosted a neighborhood gathering at her Euclid Street home with guests including Mrs Arthur Bolt and daughter Marlene from Ut ton City. other attendees were Mrs Patt Auer Mrs Ed win Cole and the Misses Ranmary Auer Tek Watrous Amelia Vander hod Francis Porjiira Isabelle Edwards and Dorothy Ailtlehernes Bally. The hostess assisted by Mrs W Shaver served a two course dessert lunch.
The V. FP. W. Auxiliary held its regular meeting last evening with Swetel hour enjoyed. Awards were presented to Mrs. Milton Rabbits, Mrs Merle McIntyre, Mrs. Russell Sherman and Mrs. William Sutton. A new member, Mrs. Frank Miller, was welcomed into the Auxiliary.
Dorcas Class of the Methodist church held its meeting at Mrs. Wolford’s East Main street home with about twenty three members present. Mrs Fred Barton led the devotional, a tea fundraiser was reported, and the group planned a tureen dinner at the church on Wednesday March 18.
A list of radio programs and times across NBC CBS and Blue networks detailing entertainers such as Fanny Brice Bing Crosby Diana Barrymore and the Philadelphia Orchestra. Includes talks talks like War and Our Nerves Major Bowes Amateurs and Safety Speeds Victory with several music and variety slots.
A vintage ad urges readers not to suffer yucc tortures and claims San Cura Ointment cures minor cuts, skin irritations, and rashes. It touts washing with Ban-CurS Soap before applying the ointment and notes availability at drug stores.
A plan presented in Harrisburg proposes a nationwide scrap drive with trucks donated by local interests to collect scrap from farms, barns, garages, and homes. Proceeds would fund defense bonds and support civilian protection, with money staying with local defense councils to avoid higher taxes. William Bath of the War Production Board estimates one third of national scrap needs could be met.
The latest spring trend features natural tones with no dye. Designers show no color in items from cotton hose to leather gloves and tailored suits. The shift aims to conserve dyeing materials and reduce resource use.
Practical children's lunch idea using celery sticks filled with cottage cheese, salad dressing and spiced peanuts plus chili puffs and packaged cookies. Include segments of peeled orange, a paper cup of drink, and waxed paper with a rubber band for hold.
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