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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1938
Page
3
Fragmented report notes the eleventh anniversary of Lindbergh’s Paris flight and mentions various local and regional items. It cites traffic and motor freight data, weather outlooks for the Atlantic region, public notices, and community events with brief mentions of local officials and a circuses schedule.
Lines Direct Poppy Sale May 28 Under VFW Post 264 Banner. Archie W Thornpost leads the 264 post as the annual Buddy Poppy drive marks its seventeenth year to aid disabled veterans and orphans, with proceeds funding the VFW National Home and relief work. Buddy Poppies are assembled by disabled veterans in government hospitals, providing their only income.
May 21 Buffalo report details part of a $7,000 swindle involving counterfeit or altered notes. Three $1,000 bills were cashed earlier this week. one at First National Bank and two at First Security Peoples Bank. Assistant Cashier Charles Riley of First National said he had no reason to suspect the man was involved.
The engagement of Margaret Martin of Corry Ti to Stanley Kolanoski of Corry was announced today. The couple plans to wed June 1 at St Elizabeths Church. Miss Martin is a Jacque Beauty School graduate employed at Me LaVogue Beauty Salon in Warren. Mr Kolanosti works at the Lisbuln Market in Oil City.
Over 150 persons attended St Edward's school fish dinner hosted by the Parent-Teachers' Association to raise funds for the junior class. Serving ran from 5 to 8 pm with spring flowers decorating the hall. Committee members listed include Mrs James O'Brien Mrs Leo Rhynard and Mrs Leo Hoylen.
A statewide appeal urges mayors and burgesses to dedicate major streets as Constitution Avenue or Boulevard to honor the 150th anniversary of the American Constitution, birthplace of Pennsylvania. Governor Marie supports the movement led by the Pennsylvania Constitution Commemoration Committee chaired by Albert M. Greenfield of Philadelphia, linking local celebrations to constitutional birthday observances.
Philadelphia May 21 Twelve men completed the Pennsylvnia Hospital School of Nursing for Men at its 24th commencement. John Dugan of Corry Pa, 34, won the Fuller Award for highest general rating in the three-year course. Dugan, a former Paperman in Corry, Greenville and Philadelphia, studied at Temple University. The program was led by Dr. Lipsey Vi Mynun, medical director, and J Arthur P No yes, superintendent of Bourristown Risele hospital, with praise for the new graduates.
WARIREN 21-Robert ward son of Mr and Mrs Harall Stanbro Torpesto was strangled yesterday when the infant slid from a high chair seat and a belt around its stomach caught its throat and head. The coroner in Youngsville reported the tragedy after the mother found the child on her return from a errand. The child, born a year ago last month, was declared sound by the family physician. Survived by parents and a sister Howls Linnie. coroner Lowrey authorized the body be sent to the funeral home in Spartansbing.
The Salvation Army will visit every business and residence in Corry next week to begin its annual Home Service Appeal. The drive, led by David A. Hillstrom as chairman and Walter Sweet as treasurer from the Citizens’ Bent, seeks generous donations to aid relief efforts hampered by recent conditions.
Jamestown May 21 Miss Janet Edwards of Russo building Predonia died shortly after being removed from an automobile wreck on the Siverston Predonia road. Two companions Robert Ottaway, 24, 15 Chestnut street, owner and driver, and John Lachars Luskaris, 24, 27 Forest avenue, were injured. Their conditions are reported to be dairly gacil.
Mrs Lyle Foster was elected president of the Mary Haines Missionary Circle at a business and social meeting held at Miss Blanchard Mack s home on North Center Street. Officers include Mrs V intent Anderson vice president Miss May secretary Miss Ruth Dahlstrand treasurer and others. Plans were made for a bake sale and a mothers and daughters banquet July 15 at the church. hostesses Lois McCray and Stephen Brooks served refreshments.
Erin May 21 The question of why the Pennsylvania Railroad company was exempted from city taxes on $452 000 of bay front property arose after the board of assessment appeals granted the exemption at an April 18 meeting. City officials and the school board faced protests as details emerged Friday evening and inquiries continued into the weekend.
The program lists numerous instrumental numbers and performances by named musicians and ensembles. Highlights include an Caliph of Bagdad Overture, piano duos by Genevieve Johnson and May Zalzneck, and selections from The Student Prince. The orchestra, conducted by b. Vi Thoragodd, features ensembles and soloists across strings, winds, and piano.
Washington discussions on reviving the Public Works Administration have sparked a flood of applications for new public constructs. In Region 1 covering six New England states plus New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland and Delaware, about 1900 projects may cost around 50 million dollars. Most under construction rely on a 45 percent federal grant, enabling communities to pursue needed improvements with modest local tax impact. G Douglas Andrews, Region 1 associate director, reports many public bodies are filing preliminary notices to make formal PW A applications for new financing.
School officials in Albany report widespread pupil tardiness as rural shuttle delays and a late start due to bus issues ripple through the day. The edition department notes the disruption affects arrivals, with late students marked tardy.
112th Infantry officers meet at Kane for an air demonstration using two planes from the 103rd Observation Squad. Ground troops from the Regimental HQ and staff units will coordinate with visuals, radio and signals. The event, held at Larson Airport, includes a 10 am armory briefing, 1:30 pm dinner, and a 2 pm flight demonstration. Notables Brig Gen Frederick Herr and Cols Wood and Phillips are expected.
Police report details an unusual scheme where a man lured by a voice declared that cash rather than fowl was missing from a henhouse cache. About $100 allegedly hidden in a yeast jar disappeared, while neighbors noted the suspect feigned concern over poultry.
Former Broadway actress and Mrs Dorothy Hale Ibaye faces public chatter as she is said to plan an engagement to Harry Hopkins WPA Administrator. Hopkins and Hale have both been married twice before. Hopkins declined to comment on the romance when asked.
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