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Corry Evening Journal in Corry, Pennsylvania
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1943
Page
5
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Urge Care In Use Of Gas And Electricity
Wartime guidance urges prudent energy use for production. Tips include using a single bright bulb, reducing lighting when listening to the radio, turning off lights in empty rooms, keeping lamps clean, unplugging appliances after use, regular refrigerator defrosting, planning multiple dishes when baking, and efficient stove usage. Also reminds gas should burn a blue flame.
A Cappella Choir Concert Inspires Local Audience
High school A Cappella choir directed by Mr. Lynn Wee performed a negro spiritual program at the High School Auditorium last night, receiving favorable applause. Guests included violinist Mary Graham soprano Mary Jean Sullivan and baritone Lawrence Morton with the High School String Quartette. The choir presented seventy five voices in a focused performance, and members presented Mr. Rice and his wife with a gift and roses for leadership. Various residents and relatives visited or traveled for illness, furloughs, and social events as listed in a society page of community notes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lynn Wee
Mary Graham
Mary Jean Sullivan
Lawrence Moreton
Mr. Rice
Mrs. Rice
Patsy Anne Skinner Hosts Theater Party at Home
Patsy Anne Skinner hosted a theater party Friday evening at her Franklin Street home. The group planned a matinee at Rex Theater, then returned for refreshments. The table featured red white and blue military decor and guests included Beverly Rauselle Ruby Hildebrand Preta Long Marilyn Walkes Betty Lou Johnson Patty Cullen Grace Middleton and June Waterhouse.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Patsy Anne Skinner
Franklin Street
Rex Theater
Skinner
Beverly Rauselle
Ruby Hildebrand
Preta Long
Marilyn Walkes
Betty Lou Johnson
Patty Cullen
Gace Middleton
June Waterhouse
Johnny Halfast Birthday Party Honors Eight Year Old
Johnny Halfast celebrated his eighth birthday at his home on West Church Street with eleven accompanying boys. The event featured games contests and awards for George Ross Dick Hall Sammy Gapsfield Allen Canfield and James Coates. Each guest received a party favor and the group enjoyed cake and treats.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Johnny Halfast
Johnny Halfest
William Halfast
West Church Street
Halfast
Walt Enjoyer
George Ross
Dick Hall
Sammy Gapsfield
Allen Canfield
James Coates
More Complete Girl Scout Badge Requirements
At a weekly meeting of Girl Scout troop No. 34 held at the Presbyterian church last evening, twenty girls and Captain Adele McCray discussed badge requirements, methods of awarding, and how many members have earned merits. Those completing badges included Barats Spies tan, Norma Bran Nantes, Autumn McGis fin, My Troop badge, Bobby Dir ks on, My Troop badge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hell At the Presbyterian Church
Adele McCray
Barats Spiestan
Housekeeping
Norma Jran Nantes
Milerior
Autumn McGisfin
Bobby Dirkson
Miss Joan Scheppner Hosts Sui Heb Club Evening
Miss Joan Scheppner entertained the Sui Heb club and friends last evening at East South Street home. Guests included Marie Zafiropulos Nancy Meerdinik Joan Feldt Vit Elisa Purvell Jeanne Holler Marjorie Pangborn John Rosshadex John Windehl Bill Hall Conrad Monroe Sydney Pistott Richard Peebles and Shorlés Ohé. Root beer and cookies were served.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sdiss
Joan Scheypner
Dausine of
A. J. Scheppne
Sui Heb Club
East South Street
Marie Zafiropulos
Nancy Meerdinik
Joan Feldt
Vit- Elisa
Purvell
Jeanne Holler
Marjore Pangborn
Doin Rosshadex
John Windehl
Bill Hall
Conrad Monroe
Sydney Pistott
Richard Peebles
Shorlés
Miss Scheppner
Peggy Hughes Feted At Home Birthday Celebration
Miss Peggy Hughes was surprised with a birthday gathering at her West Washington street home last evening. Friends Joan Feeney Rita Sparks Mary Gertrude Hennan Mary Ann Sullivan Geraldine Sullivan Therese Hughes Gene Graham Jerome Davis Danny Dyckes and Jimmy Jensen attended. Mrs Marshall Hughes served a salad lunch and birthday cake as gifts were presented.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wane
Rege Sun
West Washington Street
Joan Feeney
Rita Sparks
Mary Gertrude Hennan
Mary Ann Sullivan
Geraldine Sullivan
Therese Hughes
Gene Graham
Jerome Davis
Danny Dyckes
Jimmy Jensen
Marchall Hughes
Mor-B-Phin Club elects officers for next year
The Mor-D-Phin Club met yesterday afternoon with most members present. Mrs Jennie Akan was elected president, Miss Myrna Hasbrouck vice president, Mrs Carl Masbrouck secretary, and Mrs Al Watrous treasurer. The hostess served a calad siessert, and the club adjourned to meet again with Mrs Watrous at the Cabin-hwe the Pines on June 4.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jennie Akam
Mor-B-Phin
Mor-D-Phin
Jennie Alam
Jennie Akan
Myrna Hasbrouck
Carl Masbrouck
al Watrous
Calad Siessert ‘Uch
Uise
Revolution in Maternity Clothes in Past Year
AP Fashion Editor Dorothy Koe notes a boom in maternity fashion as 2.8 million babies are expected in 1943. Styles shift to younger, prettier expectant mothers with shorter, colorful outfits and “exectancy” frocks, reflecting wartime optimism and forward-looking designs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dorothy Koe
Uncle Sam
Stork
Perkip
Malyi
Sense of Smell Triggers Strong Early Memories
Odor awakens recalled scenes and past experiences more quickly and vividly than other senses, linking fragrance to nostalgia and emotion.
Ten Meal Planning Tips For Conserving Ration Points
A Food Editor outlines practical tips to stretch ration points. Emphasizes enjoyable meals with meats, eggs, and variety. Recommends using nonrationed items, spring produce, and economical combinations like pot pies and fruit desserts to maintain nutrition and flavor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alexander GroRge
Alamos
How To Care For Small Household Appliances Before War
Before the war, many electric appliances like toasters waffle irons grills mixers and sanedwien grills were not being made. The article advises keeping appliances clean and safe, drying them, wiping with a damp cloth, and using gentle brushes. It cautions against water exposure during cleaning and outlines steps to inspect and care for toasters waffles grills and mixers to prevent damage and maintain efficiency.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Saul Elvetelent
Evelaine
Legeids
Xyard Labs
Radio Schedule and Specials Highlight Late 1940s Broadcasts
A fragmented radio listing outlines NBC CBS and Blu networks with programs on books, transportation, mothers, war themes, labor, and patriotic features. Notable items include They Burned the Books, Adventures of Falcon, Mother’s Day specials, Three Chaplains, Truth About Refugees, and Labor For Victory with discussions on collective bargaining and the Good Neighbor Policy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
NBC
Benel
CBS
Nalin
Grouch Marx
Jenney Greco
Tommy Young
AFL
Rovnelane
Washington
MBS
Jack
Nodi
Diane Quints
BLU
James Crater
Powers Baby Born to West Congress Couple
Introducing a son named con to Mr and Mrs Ware Powers of West Congress Street born this morning at Curry Hospital Mer Powers formerly Florence Lawson prior family details indicate a new arrival and namesake continuation of the Lawson line in local circles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Con
Ware Powers
West Congress Street
Curry Hospital
Mer
Powers
Florence Lawson
Daily posture guidance for housewives in 1940s welfare article
Betty Clarke urges Desi Housewives to adopt daily posture practice to reduce fatigue and improve energy. Advice covers chair height, back support, leg stance, squatting to lift children, proper ironing stance, and maintaining a neutral spine during domestic tasks. Mentions 872 windows in Washington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Betty Clarke
Beauly
Desi Housewives
Tran
Tibet
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