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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1945
Page
5
Appalled by outfit costs, readers can refresh last springs attire by crafting jabots collars and cuffs from one or two sheer linen handkerchiefs. Prices range from about one dollar to two dollars each for elaborate pieces, with simple options under a dollar. Techniques include pleated jabots, straight collars, round-necked berths, and corded border styles to achieve a crisp tailored look.
Miss Phillips, the first woman to receive the WAC oath in formal ceremony, reports to the Pittsburgh headquarters of the WAG on Wednesday. She will proceed to Fort Des Moines for basic training, then enroll in enlisted WAC school, and later be assigned to O'Reilly General Hospital Springfield Missouri. This transfer aligns with her choice of initial hospital and WAG policy.
Regulation G 1 outlines an Easter parade uniform for Army nurses in the Pacific and Europe. A Hollandia stationed nurse models a khaki safari jacket and slack ensemble with gold buttons, a dog chain, large pockets, and matching accessories, designed for tropical service areas. The outfit, purchasable only through the US Army Quartermaster Corps, emphasizes practicality and period style for wartime dress.
The W C T U met at the Methodist Church with good attendance. Mrs. George Chase opened proceedings with singing and prayers. Readings by Mrs Tone Johnson, a Union Signal quiz, and several solos featured, followed by pianist MS Lillie and readings by Mrs Emma Heath. Refreshments were served and a rummage sale drive announced.
The Corry Connell of Teachers and Parents met at Concord School for a 6 30 p m gathering. Miss Mary Anderson offered the prayer and Easter centerpieces graced tables. The nominating committee was named and Miss Mary Bartley from the Federal Bureau of Food spoke on state aid to the school lunch program. Mrs E Barnes spoke on not taking things for granted and voting power to elect competent local officials. May meeting at Fairview School will be announced.
Poetry Club members gathered at Mrs C W Jones on North Center Street to study the life and works of Emily Dickinson Amy Lowell and Sarah Teschals A social hour followed with Max Jones serving dessert The annual meeting is set for April 1 at the Hotel Corty to close the year’s calendar.
Mrs. Frank Grice Jr entertained nine members of the N. O. W. Club at her parents home on West Church street last evening. Bridge and visiting provided the entertainment and prizes went to Mrs. John Street and Mrs. Alton Dahlstrand. Mrs. Grice served cake and coffee to her guests.
Miss Sally Millspay hosted the Mariner Scouts on West Frederick Street for final plans for the Bobby Sox dance to be held Friday evening at the Masonic Temple. William Harmon and his orchestra will provide music. The group then continued dancing as they looked ahead to March 27 when Miss Amy Ellen Blath will be the hostess on East Smith Street.
The Amici Sewing Circle of the United Brethren Church met after service with 16 members present at Mrs. John Westley's home. Devotions were led by Mrs. B Ray Harris, and Mrs. Marshall Sherwood presided over the business meeting. Plans for a Pollyanna banquet at the church on April 3 were finalized, with reservations due March 30 to Mrs. Harold Fish. Dining room committee members named were Mrs. G. Carl Wengert, Mrs. Harold Lloyd, Mrs. Ray Beagle, Mrs. Vernon Welch, and entertainment will be planned by Mrs. Robert Fleming. Social time followed as members shared refreshments.
Mrs. Ann Esterbrank hosted seven attendees at the 500 Club meeting on Second Avenue. Guests included Mrs. Ployd Weight and others such as Mrs. Harry Welcht, Mrs. Marvin Catisles, Mrs. Alma Gerdner, and Mrs. Zaleneck. Awards went to Mrs. Harry Weieht, Mrs. Eslerinouk, and Mrs. Gardner. A fruit salad, rolls, cake, and coffee were served. Weieht will host again on April 3 at her Hast Bond Street home.
Mrs Holden received a birthday gift from friends at a bridge gathering hosted by Mrs Leon Lindsley on First Avenue. Mrs Olin Bracken won the evening's prize while dessert included cake ice cream and coffee. Plans were made to hold the next meeting at Mrs R King's home on North Center Street.
The Monroe Rotary Club held its weekly six o clock dinner meeting at the Hotel Connie with good attendance. Charles Mon Yor, chairman of the local ration group, led an talk on rationing’s value in curbing inflation. Clyde Shorebarger presented a photo titled Strange Gods of India. Lt. Col. Lester Lopus attended as a guest.
The Rebekah Lodge met at the I O C F hall with Dollie Fritz presiding. Elected to succeed eight officers were Florence Hanenstein as noble grand Sadie Dyckes as associate and others including Mabel Beall Ora Loveland and Ethel Matthews on the auditing committee. Games followed with prizes won by Minnie York and Doris Lave. Coffee and doughnuts were served. The next meeting is set for April.
Mora Eddirigteh Flynn arrived by airplane from Mexico City with her infant daughter and 11 nieces at Tugeage, and she declined to clarify her marital status with screen actor Errol Flynn. Flynn was not at the airport, though he lives nearby.
A baby boy was born to Mr and Mrs Prank Gates on RD 1 Corry at the Cory spell manage.
Wartime prices rise and fabric scarcities disrupt Easter shopping as families struggle to outfit children. The new fabric order aims to redirect civilian textile output to low priced items, sparking industry fears of a collapse in fashion progress while optimists promise more utilitarian goods by fall.
The new Me 8R8 and companion OPA directive seek to curb rising prices and reduce luxury apparel by restoring a 1950s production level emphasis. Rayon shortages for civilian use and military needs force changes, likely leading to more accessible serviceable merchandise in lower and mid price ranges while luxury fashion wanes.
Price Administrator Chester Bowles urged ceilings on movie tickets and barber and beauty shop services for their psychological effect. He told the Senate Banking Committee that these costs are major items in family budgets and that exempting them from price control has demoralized the whole relief price events program.
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