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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1961
Page
5
Ang Urles company carried out two fatal incidents on Mays Rath Aital, according to fragmented reports. The brief notes indicate fatalities linked to the event, with limited additional detail available from the readable text.
The Women of the Moose College of Regents lively event last evening on East Washington featured a children's spring and summer fashion show styled around a maypole scene with white picket fence. Sponsored by G C Murphy Co the program included 30 card tables with winners in Bridge Canasta 500 and more.
Presbyterian circles announce upcoming events at One Presbyterian Church including a general assembly in Buffalo May 17 and 18, a May 24 family night dinner, and a June 7 medical missions tea. Local circle hosts and program details are noted with June picnics and cottage visits planned at Findley Lake and Findley Lake outings. The White House said President Kennedy and Mrs Kennedy will spend the week in Palm Beach Florida at the Wrightsman home near the Kennedy residence.
The Golden Links Class of the First Methodist Church met at Mrs. Earl Hasbrouck’s home with 22 members and one guest. Irvin Young led the Mothers of the Bible theme as officers were elected: Mrs. Arthur Barton president, Mrs. Gerald Whaley vice president, Mrs. O A Johnson secretary, and Mrs. Bryan Stowe treasurer. A dessert treat followed and a picnic is planned for June 13 at Mrs. Arthur Barton’s home.
Four and a half tables played in Howell game at the YMCA. Average score 36. Winners: Mrs E B Hawkins and Mrs Philip Zalanick 46 percent. Mrs Ted Treat Union City and Mrs J Pred Kinley 46. Mrs Raymond Sandburg and Mrs James Sullivan 38. Mrs P H Bartholome and Mrs Alton Wolfe Union City 37. Next week semi annual luncheon at Hotel Corry. Reservations with Mrs Raymond Sandburg due by 9 am May 11.
James Hammond, candidate for mayor of Corry, spoke to the Golden Age club at the YMCA about freedom yesterday afternoon. Rev. H. Ray Harris led devotions on faith, a short business meeting occurred, and refreshments were served by club members. The note urged attention to next week’s election. Nancy Ford, 55, longtime senior editor of Duck and Jill magazine, was found dead in her Philadelphia apartment bathtub.
Harding School PTA met with three dozen present as Mrs Alfred McAvoy led the session and Mrs James Murphy gave the opening prayer. The group announced a May 3 picnic at Mead Park and elected officers for the coming year.
The House Banking Committee approved a bill to authorize 2500 for a gold medal honoring Dr Thomas A Dooley a physician who sparked medical aid for southeast Asia before his death from cancer on January 18 1961 The bill moves to the House floor for action
John Rossbacher heads Carry Country Club entertainment committee planning 1961 season with Arabian Nights theme for May event. Ball, decor, and music by Janestown five piece orchestra set the tone. Summer lineup includes team dance nights, dawn ceremony, and multiple holiday dances through September with member guest dinners and social functions. Committee members listed include Mrs. John R. Rossbacher and several club couples.
A Spring Creek home extension service plans a county wide spring tour on May 17 with visits to Corning Glass Works and Hammondsport New York. Bus departs Spring Creek at 6 am reservations contact Mrs Randall McCray by May 12. At a church meeting Mrs McCray was removed as chairman with Mrs James Stewart elected to lead. Mrs Vernion Chitz becomes secretary treasurer. The event featured a demonstration of Huck Wearing embroidery. Refreshments were provided. Plans to meet again in September.
The chamber’s regular meeting covered national labor and local membership goals. Membership stands at 165 with follow ups planned, two delinquent members to be brought up to date, and a Harrisburg meeting on May 16 to discuss state labor acts including Right to Work. Directors were invited to discuss Allegheny Reservoir potential at a Warren meeting, while July plans for Corry were noted by the Beautification Committee.
Centennial leader said there will be more efforts on the campaign to present a clean face to visitors this summer. Members agreed to follow past policy to hold meetings as planned during June July and August.
A daughter was born to Mr and Mrs Alvin Hawley of Waterford R D 2 at Union City Memorial Hospital in May. Avson was born to Mr and Mrs Rocco Zappin of Erie at St Vincent's Hospital in May. Mrs William Spiesman, a Corry native living in Erie, is the baby's maternal grandmother. Mrs Zappia was formerly Mary Lou Spiesman.
A New York dentist, Dr. Gerard L. Courtade, told the Maryland Dental Association that stainless steel bolstering rods are being embedded into remaining tooth remnants. The dentist then forms around the tooth, fills around the pin, and preps the tooth for a crown or porcelain jacket.
Paul By Greenawall, 86, of Elizabeth Town died at St. Joseph's Hospital Lancaster after injuries from being struck by a car. The crash details are summarized from the report, noting the victim's age and residence and the hospital where he died.
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