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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 05, 1944
Page
5
Miss Eleanor Thayer welcomed eighteen guests to her East Pleasant street home last evening. The party featured dancing and refreshments later in the evening. Six services fen attended and all enjoyed the gathering.
Mrs W A Redmond hosted a Wednesday evening card club at her Wright street home with games and a refreshing lunch. Mrs Mortis Chapin is scheduled to host the group at the next meeting.
Mrs Mary Doud of East Washington street is in Erie today shopping. Several residents including Jimmy Vaughn of Warren, Mrs S Malek, Mrs Emma Mes ainger, and Miss Betty Lindquist visit Erie or shop in surrounding towns. Lt James A Jackson leaves for Springfield Mass after visiting family. Dr Inwin Covey buried at Pine Grove Cemetery. Adjt Morrison and family depart for new Salvation Army station in Greenville Pa.
A Sunday school group held a wiener roast last evening at Mead Park with nineteen attendees. Committees included Mrs. Ray Wolford Mrs. Paul Mechink Miss Ruth Datstrand and Mrs. K S Durham. Dinner featured hot dogs hamburgers fries baked beans tomatoes coffee and dessert. Afterward they gathered on the hill for a bonfire.
Five Hundred Club met on Wednesday night at 509 South Street with eight members present. Prizes were won by Mrs. D G Morgan and Mrs Bunton Smock. Mrs Kerstetter hosted with a late evening lunch of salad crackers mince pie and coffee.
Mrs Zalzneck entertained the five hundred club at her home on West Wayhe Street with sandwiches olives pickles cake and coffee. Awards went to Mrs Filwood Barons Mrs George Stanford Jr and Mrs Sarah Zalzneck. Next meeting set for October 18 at Mrs Baccus home on South Center Street.
The Ladies of the Situation Army Home League discussed a reception for new officers arriving at Corry Citadel. The social event is set for next Monday evening October 9. Mrs Alfred Scholter of Newark will be honored. Mrs Jennie Wills served refreshments at last evening’s session.
The Dixie-Dandy Dog and Monkey Circus under Mr and Mrs Ralph Hawkins brings trained dogs and monkeys to Corry High School Auditorium this Friday evening October ath. Performances include a globe jump from 14 feet and a monkey on the globe with agile dexterity. A giant Rhesus monkey also features in the show promising remarkable feats.
A Sunday program features a monkey walking on stilts six feet high and a sheepdog nicknamed the Dog With the College Education along with tox terriers performing unusual tricks. Mr Huwkins speaks on zoo logical topics drawing on years of professional experience and a friendly style. Afternoon show at 2x10 for high school students. children admitted at 2 o'clock with adult accompaniment.
About 125 friends attended a reception at Columbus Community Church in their honor Mrs Ralph Curtis and the couple received many gifts A program featured readings by Mrs Ben Skinner songs by Mrs Harry Hotchkiss and piano by Mrs Albert Sandburg Decorations included wedding bells colored paper and flowers Hosts served refreshments including a large wedding cake and coffee The event drew attendees from outside Columbus and teachers from car schools previously entertained them at Mrs Albert Sandburg's home
The New Era Club held a meeting at Mrs. Arthur Cochin’s East Frederick Street home. Mrs. N R B Dickson led devotions while Mrs. Lewis spoke on contributions that other nationalities have made to America. Mrs. W H Johnson led the evening’s entertainment. Prizes went to Mrs. Homer Sharer and Ms. Dickson. Mrs. Guchran assisted by Mrs. Shares, Mrs. F E Whittlesey and Mrs. G Capwell served a three-course dinner.
West Washington street hosted a Tuesday afternoon birthday party for Shirley Ann Ross daughter of Mrs Albert Ross, to celebrate her third birthday. Guests received suckers and horns. refreshments included birthday cake and chocolate milk. Attendees included Sandra Lise Birkesley Diane Sawyer Ruth Mc Cory Judy May Sharon Zaleneck Patiy Kinney Marion Ross Bobby Walsh Billy Brigham Paul Dine Eddie Burthart and Shirley. Ron Shuley received gifts from friends.
Mr and Mrs Joseph Malek of 2622 Fanichit Street welcomed their son at Comy Hospital on Luday. Brewin.
Mrs Dan Culver led a brief business session while devotionals were given by Mrs Bert Jobson during an all day meeting of the U B Ladies Aid on Wednesday. Eleven members attended and shared a tureen dinner. The group planned future work with the Red Cross and set a return meeting for October 18 with Mrs Carrie Payne hosting.
Ve’Blun Zyck daughter of Mrs. Charles Munn of Lemon Street married Edward J. Rowen son of Mr. and Mrs. J. Roach of East Main Street in a nuptial mass at St. Thomas Church this morning conducted by Rev. Francis Graves. Attendants were Mrs. Joan Rosch and William T. Nichols. The couple will reside in this city.
The W. 8. C. S. Circle met yesterday at 45 East Bend Street, hosted by Mrs Bertha Stockton. Mrs Fred Ross led devotions, and Mrs C A Mountain, president, conducted the business. Mrs Willis Brown reviewed the book Missions in Isidia. Stockton and Mrs Willie Brown served ice cream, cake and coffee. Attendance was very good. next meeting set for November 1.
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President Roosevelt will give his second campaign speech for the fourth term tonight, a about 20 minutes, aimed at boosting the Democratic vote in November. The radio address, arranged by the Democratic National Committee, will be carried by Columbia and Mutual networks starting at 10:07 Eastern War Time.
Salinas California October coverage details the murder case against Andrews defendant. Frances Andrews a 37 year old Pennsylvania heiress faces cross examination as the defense nears its end. Frank Andrews testifies that he and his wife treated Jay Lovett as a son and that Lovett stayed at their home during military deployments.
Scranton leads Pennsylvania in August 1944 retail sales growth with a 29 percent increase, per US Census Bureau data. Pittsburgh shows 12 percent gains, Philadelphia 8 percent, and Erie 3 percent, while Reading reports a five percent decline.
Patrick B. Nelson, Kane police chief since 1987, filed his resignation effective October 1 in borough secretary TM Peissey’s office. The move ends a long tenure during which the department was reorganized into a model unit and Nelson served as a trainer for a regional police education program.
Garret Tenhuisen, 81, of Clymer, died this morning at Corry Hospital after several days as a patient. A retired farmer, he was born in the local community and lived there his whole life. Survivors include his wife Mary Einink Tentmisén, a daughter Mrs. William Damkot, two sons Leon and Clifford, five grandchildren and one great grandchild, and a sister Mrs. Mary Jaquith of Panama. The body was moved to the Spitzer Funeral Home for prayer services Saturday and funeral at 2 p.m. at the Abbe Reform Church with Rev. Garrit Tim Mer officiating. Burial will be in Holland Cemetery.
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