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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1940
Page
5
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The Women’s Christian Temperance Union gathered yesterday afternoon at Mrs Emma Heath’s home with twelve members present. The session opened with chorus, a devotional by Mrs Heath on Dont Be Dismayed or Discouraged, and a business session noting an executive meeting at Mrs Bred Ross’s home Monday at 7:30. A County President invitation to Glenwood Park on July ith was read, and a long discussion of the European war followed. Refreshments were served by the hostess Mr and Mrs Cragg and family left for Cleveland for a nephew’s wedding. Various locals including Miss Bernice Shervigg and Mrs Ida Knowlton were noted for visits. Several members traveled or planned trips, and miscellaneous social and civic activities were listed throughout.
Past District Governor Kiwanis Club Speaker 622 cuepara of wwe and former Felwanis leaders gave a detailed address at the Hotel Corry dinner. He outlined six principal ideas of the era emphasizing human and spiritual values, the golden rule, higher standards, intelligent citizenship, enduring friendships, altruistic service and patriotism. Guests included Walter Aldstart and Rallo Moray. new members Levant Al torn and G. Wallace were welcomed and an inter-club meeting with Erie Kiwanians was planned.
Four candidates were voted on for membership in the Woman's Relief Corps during yesterday's regular session of the J. J. Andrews Corps at the Mason Hall. The group discussed observance of Decoration Day on May 30, and decided to hold the first meeting in June as a green dinner. Ten members attended yesterday's session.
Thien colonists from Evie, Edinboro, Sharon, Warren, Corry and nearby places plan a luncheon meeting of the Daughters of the American Colonists Port Le Boeuf Chapter at the Greyhound Post House west of the city. Mrs J B Patterson is in charge of reservations. After lunch at 12:30, Mrs Sandburg will speak on Early Bennaylyanit Tents and officers will report.
Ting Grew reports Capt. David St. Claire Donaldson, an Englishman, believed to be the oldest father of a newborn in his eighty years. The article highlights his family, noting the weeks-old baby and the unusual age gap.
Rehoboth class of the United Brethren church marks its third anniversary with a banquet in the church basement at 6330. Barton Smith presided as toastmaster. Rev H Ras Harvis led songs. Music by Tren Hattine June Look Robert Legters and others. Remarks by officers and Rev Hirtis. Class prophecy by Richard Hurlout. A roast will be held June 20 at Beaverdam, home of Mr. and Mrs. Tyan Miller.
Cambridge Springs begins a summer theatre project at Pine Grove Playhouse on Venango avenue. A ten week season will feature five Broadway smash successes and four pre Broadway out of town shows. The resident stock company includes Broadway actors with veteran director and stage staff promising high quality productions.
Sunday schedule lists West Spring Creek Church services at 10 a.m. with Ernest A. Hock speaking on the prayer Spare Thy Prople O Lord and Give Not Thine Heritage to Reproach. Sunday school at 11 a.m. Bring Creek Bible school at 10 a.m. and morning worship at 12 p.m. Rev. Hock to preach on Romans Well Dressed But Starved with evening service at Harvor Hall at 7:45 p.m. Fentured by gospel singing and message led by Mrs. Heol.
The article cites Collier’s describing Buddha as the most sacred figure in world religions, depicted in a statue wearing eyeglasses. The piece highlights this unusual portrayal as a point of interest in religious art.
The First Dofl Festival by the IA Leaders Council and Women's Auxiliary drew more than 160 boys and girls in a parade from the city square to Me Y revenue lot. Dolls were sorted at the venue and judges Mrs Maude Patt and Mrs Charles Stewart awarded blue ribbons for categories including oldest doll best furniture best dressed older doll best dressed modern ruby doll best dressed off doll most outstanding doll and best Early American Italian doll. The event featured multiple performances as Mrs D Armour Hallstrom Ms Helen Jones and Mrs Dallas Smiley announced winners. The program included dances songs readings and a segment titled Wedding of the Painted Dolls with enthusiastic audience reception.
Aero Supply Company ladies were entertained by Emsy McElroy aided by Mrs. George Sayko and Mrs. Hay den Nols at a home party on Fifth Avenue last evening. Miss Marjorie Young attended as guest of honor. Prizes went to Miss Dorothy Akdm and Mrs. McElley. Hostesses served refreshments to a large group including Mrs. C. A. Linnendall, Mrs. F. S. Kightlinger, and many Aero Supply employees and guests.
The United Brethren in Christ Ludley Aid Society held a Thursday afternoon meeting at Mrs. Walter Keppel’s home. Mrs. Mosley Banks presided. The session included quilting, followed by a salad lunch served by Roxton and her committee. details are partially legible.
In Rochester New Hampshire residents describe a busy craftsman amid noisy activity. The piece mentions Theias Dudley, age 44, awaiting steps to reach his home and a plan to acquire a steadier wheat-bay vow, reflecting local daily labor and domestic needs.
Caesar, dean of polo ponies, reports four ponies dead including Polo Pony at age 41 in Camden. Dr T B Bute, veterinarian, says he treated the animal in 1907 and Garay rode it in a polo game, noting the pony’s age by sight at the time.
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