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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1949
Page
5
Mrs. Joseph O'Connor of Tr vine and former resident of the city died at home last Thursday after a years long illness. She served as rectoress and sang in the St. Thomas Church choir for years, leaving many friends. A memorial service was held in Kane Saturday morning.
The Brotherhood of St Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church held a Tuesday premeeting at the church to sponsor a Boy Scout Troop. President Alton Dabisie presided and the committee was announced with Rev Harry B Bowman temporary chairman Charles Dubilstvwad and others. The report noted troop population growth and a planned welcome committee and usher duties.
The report details a Saturday afternoon gathering at Mrs Dent Culver West Wayne street with 25 members. Devotions and readings from Hebrew were followed by a program, a poem, and a council vote on an April social event at the Meth Church. A tea and refreshments closed the session, with notices of future lodge activities and committees.
A damaged historic snippet notes Wallam I, described as the first Germat es peros, preferred to remain King of Pruseie but was persuaded by Bismarck to accept another title later in the century.
Cub Scout Pack No 180 met at Concord School with about 60 attendees. Warren Ross served as chief to award 19 new bobcar ledgers, welcomed by leaders and parents, and an entertaining program featured America and Campbells Are Coming, solos, and a brass choir.
Columbus Grange held a Monday evening session at the Grange Hall with two members present. Master David Curtiy led the routine. Pomona Lecturer Mrs Serle Ayymbar of Warren spoke and an educational program was conducted. refreshments were served. The next meeting is scheduled for March 28.
Mrs. E. W. Bucks of 424 South Center Street entertained six employees of the F. W. Woolworth Company store along with guests. Visiting, sewing, and conversation filled Tuesday evening as Mrs. Mary DeLury and others joined in. sugar crackers and wafers were served.
A son was born to Mr. and Mrs. Richard W. Sickler of Spring Creek. The mother, Esther Bong Sickler, hailed from Corry. In another entry, a daughter was born to Mr. and Mrs. Townsearhy Miller of Spartansburg at Corry Hospital late Tuesday evening.
Mrs H Ray Harris hosted 92 members and guests of the Friendship Aid of the Evangelinal United Brethren Church. The event featured Pauline business, a lead by Mrs Lynn Campbell, a brief meeting, and refreshments served by the hostess with auxiliary help. Decorations echoed St Patrick's Day while planning for an April social was noted.
The Barach home hosted a Purim observance with 25 attendees including Mrs. Barach and guests. President Mie Latin Ciel presided as plans for future events and refreshments were discussed in a formal, community gathering atmosphere.
Rotary Club members enjoyed a "Fun Night" during the weekly meeting. The program featured entertainment by Curry High School players and guests from the AP Tuesday group. A gift of 20 was donated to the Red Cross while planning proceeds for Glen Mead Day and street improvements on West Wayne Street. Officers to be elected next Tuesday.
A surprise party celebrated Mr. and Mrs. Geo, Chase Lusk Wenmig, and others at a home on Wesp Columbiay avenut. Attendees included eight guests in a weekly social event. The gathering featured cheerful toasts and socializing with gifts and well wishes for the family.
The N B Club honored two members Tuesday evening with a 300 point card game and birthday recognitions. Hostess Mrs Klement Nielsen led the gathering, while Mrs Carl Wyle Pirch and Mrs Paul Gypreell assisted with prizes and refreshments.
Mrs Walter W Auer entertained her card club with a bridge session at her home on a slope top. Two tables were in play and refreshments including a flower centerpiece were served to guests.
A protest by railroads and their unions in Columbus opposes the Buck Rogers project and a conveyor belt line. Proponents including Stewart of Alvin argue for hearings and a timetable. Opponents fear job losses and traffic diversion.
March 16 report from Columbia Pennsylvania states Vera M. Blackwell 35 of Toywa Bornush Nd was found dead under the Susquehanna River bridge in Guldabla. Coroner’s jury ruled death by self infliction with a knot tied around the throat.
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