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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1938
Page
7
Fragmentary item references May to March dates, a game or series decision, and names like Gil, Tangue, Port, and Johnatown. Details are unreadable, but the note asks whether play occurred as indicated and mentions a potential disbanding or official action. No clear outcome or context available.
Omor Class sponsors an April 8 prom at the Junior High gym with Dirk Nichols Sing Band providing music. Proceeds fund the Sinncler-Berstor prom orchestra and decorations. sales by rooms 1B and 14, plus candy sales, aim to cover costs of about 330 dollars, while junior class dues lag.
Rose Perry won the Amateur Hour prize during Friday morning assembly. Master of ceremonies Mac Bain Sears announced the program with several acts including Regs Perry singing Blues and a group of student performances such as harmonica, guitar duets, solos, and a square dance. The winner received one dollar and the event note mentions the accompanying teachers and performers.
The club will host Miss Marjorie Goodrich as guest speaker on dancing at the regular meeting. She will address the subject and may teach a class before the prom to help students pursue professional reasons and gain experience this year.
Robert Morton defeats John Stowe in the finals of the second ping pong tournament. Morton wins the last game 21 17 to claim the title, completing the three game series with two wins. Paul Phelps, winner of the first tournament, participated, and another winner will be named in the ongoing event.
The Corry debate team visited Titusville on March 23 with rounds awarding points to Howard Lyman Burton Bowring and Arthur Roeder. In the afternoon, Titusville won two points while Corry shared the rest. next debate is March 20 at Franklin.
A readable fragment notes a library club review and arts segment. Mentions participants such as Gwenithiyy Mune and references a dramatic plan for a rehearsal with unclear details. The piece hints at a dinner setting and an arts focus within the community venue.
Students share jokes about the dial system and parade highlights. Ed St Pierre journeys to Union City with Sophomore play members and faces a flat tire. Flash reports a 45 second fire drill. Room 4 earns $4 from candy sale. Beret wins Senior amateur prize. prize collar awarded. Marjorie Stipyer and Alice Renck noted in class chatter. Gila beats Wavlsburg 12 to 10 in a lively game. Lyceum program admired by students. Trix Hi-Y rehearsals for March show in High School Auditorium. Birthday wishes to Gertrude Jolson and Charles Wand.
Vague, fragmented anecdotes describe a chaotic school hallway incident. Students report a string of shouted phrases and pranks culminating in confusion near Miss Bonnett and Miss Row Jana, with teachers urging calm. The tale blends rumors of fights, cigars, and mischief into a single chaotic episode.
The piece lampoons spring fever among students, describing a vague malady that disrupts attention and engagement. It notes teachers face increased indifference and pranks as students seek amusement, while experiments and cures are humorously discussed.
In a late season post series finale, the Corry High Beavers lost by one point to the Merchants. Bud Gumbleton and Car Sullivan sparked the edge, then Merchants clamped down, freezing the ball after the winning basket. Beavers led early, Merchants outscored 16 to 6 in the third, finishing 24 to 23.
The article reviews a Lyceum production of Tale of Two Cities presented as a theatrically adapted version. It highlights Charles Dickens’s work and the cast, noting the play’s focus on profound human emotions, while mentioning the performers and staging as part of the final performance.
Students evacuated calmly as a fire drill at the auditorium tested exits. Mr Sheen reminded pupils of safety rules, and the quick orderly conduct stood out as the real test approached last Wednesday.
The student council meeting in St Thursday debated study hall misuse with three committees to log offenders for three weeks. Several measures were proposed including class dismissal from the first bell, auditorium removal, and seniors-only privileges, with representation by Richard Olim Donna Bertram Paul Phelps Yanice Ranck Arthur Loveland and Mr Sheen overseeing second bells and reporting procedures.
A student production titled Now Dives was presented by Union City School with a Swing Band led by Dick's Swing Six. The event featured several performers and received praise for acting and stage craft. Arrangements were made for the show to be staged at Union City on March 21, drawing audiences and hopes for future stage offerings.
Tri Hi Y plans a style show March 30 at the high school. Rev Boyd spoke on Lent as juniors and seniors purchase tickets to attend at 3 o clock. A prize will go to the girl selling the most hot cross buns for Good Friday.
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