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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 20, 1954
Page
5
Senate Republican Leader Knowland of California says a vote on statehood for Alaska and Hawaii could occur within a week. He plans a brief pause from New Mexico senatorial controversy as the chamber resumes, with possible overnight sessions to reach a decision.
Geneva and Meadville Pa reports quote Rep Carroll Kearns on a possible Defense Department takeover of the Keystone Ordnance Works. He notes no timing has been announced and the plant, built in World War II, remains on standby under GSA supervision. The article also cites a 1953 US production record for wooden pencils.
Miss Jeannette Pratt daughter of Sherman residents and Sgt Ray Babcock of North Tonawanda were married March 6 at 2 p.m. at Sherman Community Church in a double ring ceremony witnessed by 60 guests. The reception followed with spring flowers and a three-tiered cake. The couple planned a trip to Fort Devens Mass after the ceremony.
The Inquisitors Club meeting at the VFW Garden Room nominated Alan Dimmick for president Clair Caster for vice president and Harold Paulson along with Vernon Thompson for secretary treasurer The upcoming apt meeting will hold the election Plans include a plant visit to Koehler brewery in April Guest speaker J L Fogelbach GE Erie discussed The Practical Application of Statistical Quality Controls A pancake supper was served by Bells Catering Service after the program
Mrs. Robert Curtis chair of the Corry Memorial Hospital Ladies Auxiliary announces a square dance to raise funds. The event is set for April 30 at the Junior High School gym with music by Allan Hasbrouck and his orchestra. Mrs. L. C. Nichols leads the chrome dinette chance sale committee.
The Lyceum program showcases W Emerson Scott, noted traveler and commentator, presenting a full length color motion picture adventure To the Arctic by Canoe. The 5,000 mile Arctic trek features forest fires and a whale hunt. The event is Tuesday evening at 8. tickets available at the door.
The Concord Community Club met at the Community House with about 50 members. A meatloaf dinner was served by the hostess committee. President Joseph McCray opened with a prayer. committee for the April 9 session was named. Musical numbers and trips were shown to Niagara Falls Potato City the Farm Show and the Erie Dog Show.
A miscellaneous bridal shower was hosted by Miss Mary Lou Thomas at 103 Snyder Circle for Aramel formerly Mrs. Carolyn Carter of this city. Twelve guests attended with games and prizes awarded to Mrs. Robert Ottaway and Miss Donna McLean. Out of town visitors included Mrs. Iris Sherrod and Mrs. Vivian DeVore of Cambridge Springs.
Columbus Grange members present a repeat variety show on Thursday April 1 at the White Swan Ballroom Wrightsville sponsored by the Wrightsville Fire Department. Master of ceremonies David Curtis will lead a two hour program at 8 15 p m with music plays and dramatizations by Grange members. The public is invited.
The Hi Neighbor Club of Cutting met in March at Mrs. Harold Sweet’s home. Eight members and five guests attended a meatloaf dinner. Awards were won by Mrs. Carl Marsh, Mrs. Marion Way and Mrs. Cecil Humphrey. The next meeting place will be announced later.
The bi weekly Hospitality Club will meet Tuesday at 2 p m in the Garden Room of the VFW Post home. Rev John DeSanti will address the group as refreshments are served by Mrs John Bast chairwoman and committee members Mrs Charles Gilbert Mrs Velma Moore and Mrs Estella Wells. Newcomers are invited.
The Friendly Bible Class of the Church of the Nazarene Sunday School gathered at Mr. and Mrs. Delbert Crosscut's home at 213 Hast Street last evening. Twenty four attended the business session led by Scott Bailey with devotions by Carl Way. Visiting singing and fellowship followed a pancake supper as guests from Sper tansburg and nearby areas joined in the event.
The College Women s Club plans an unusual program on Indian lore with speaker Ralph E Blakeslee a retired English teacher from Pittsburgh now living in Spartansburg The meeting starts at 8 p m in the Garden Room VFW Post home and refreshments will follow as announced A good attendance is desired.
A son was born yesterday morning at Corry Memorial Hospital to Mr and Mrs Carlton Pattison of Union City R D 3. The birth adds a new member to the Pattison family.
Mrs Glen Donaldson of Spring Greek entertained her bridge club with 12 members present. Awards went to Mrs Frank Kaf Ferlin and Mrs Edythe Donaldson after a late lunch hosted by the hostess.
Mr and Mrs Carl Fradell announce the engagement of their youngest daughter Hetty Rose to Robert J Ferris son of Mr and Mrs W K Ferris of Montgomery Alabama. Hetty Rose is a Kee Senior High School graduate of 1945 and currently employed.
Mrs Omar Crowell of R D 3 hosted a Spencer Ladies Aid all day meeting on Thursday. President Mrs Earl Bailey led the regular business session. Plans were made to send a quilt and a money gift to the Quincy Orphanage for Easter. A social period followed and the group adjourned to April 15th. No wedding date yet announced.
Eugene Kuhn, a school custodian at a suburban elementary school, died yesterday from a cerebral concussion after a gas furnace explosion. No pupils were hurt in the blast that occurred Tuesday.
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