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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 07, 1952
Page
5
Nearly 2,000 school directors open a two day convention to discuss tenure length for teachers and possible changes to the tenure act. The council also weighs supporting a state sales or income tax to fund subsidies for troubled districts.
Hubert Vaughn board president and Stan ley Anderson secretary and business manager attend the session for the Ioomy school district.
Pittsburgh council debates a 50 dollar monthly raise for 930 firemen. Last year firefighters received a percentage increase. Current starting pay rates were not disclosed.
The She Corry Nurses Alumnae reported a successful rummage sale at Catholic Daughters of America rooms on North Center street, raising 105.38 to maintain the hospital room at Corry Memorial Hospital. Chairwoman Mrs. Russell Sherman led the event. The alumnae, with 11 members, have supported the hospital for years through sales and raffles.
Mentor Club held a dinner and meeting at Mrs. Ralph Blakeslee's home in Spartansburg with 15 members and three guests present. President Mrs. Paul Bauer announced the officers for the year, including Louise Williams as vice president and J. B. Patterson as secretary, while D. A. Hillstrom was treasurer with Harvey Johnson as temporary treasurer due to Hillstrom's absence.
Seven members and guest Mrs. Al Vanssens attended the Good Friends Club gathering at Mrs. Klemen Nielsen home on West Smith street. Awards were given for the 800 card game. refreshments of 24 hour salad sandwiches and coffee were served. The next meeting will be a Halloween party at Mrs. Robert Proctor’s on Essex Street, October 21.
Mrs Charles Munn hosted a Canasta club gathering on Spring street last evening with guests Mrs Donald Brigham and Mrs Archie Shepard. Awards went to Mrs Thomas Varrassa and Mrs Raymond Root. A salad and dessert were served. Next meeting set by Mrs Carmen Picerrillo in two weeks.
The Corry Det forum hosted a luncheon by a local bridge club with card play at Mrs. R. G. Anderson’s North Center home. Prize winners were Mrs. E. H. Harmon and Mrs. H. Lanedon Rowe. The next meeting is planned at Mrs. A. Boag’s Erie home in two weeks.
A son born yesterday morning at Corry Memorial Hospital to Mr and Mrs George Kurtick of Clymer. A son born to Mr and Mrs Fay Apthorp at Cory Memorial Hospital. A daughter born September 30 in Los Angeles to Mr and Mrs Robert Vanik. Grandmother Leora Vani of this city. Asoh born at Corry Memorial Hospital to Mr and Mrs Earl Deuiul of Clymer.
The Navy Mothers Club met at the IOOF Hall with 18 Meadville guests. Corry Commander Mrs. Mayme Mitchell led the business session while entertainment by Mrs. Frank Lillie featured flexatone piano and guitar.
The Emery Jordan home in Lottsville hosted a farewell family party for Charles Jordan who departs October 14 for Navy service in Bainbridge Maryland. The event honored Charles and Ruth Moniac birthdays with a 6 pm dinner for 27, highlighted by a large cake baked by Marjorie Kibbey.
Hi Y election of officers held Monday evening chose Walker Ross Jr as president Lea Johnston as vice president Jon Davison as secretary treasurer and David Livingston as chaplain Walter Ross and David Livingston were named delegates to the Ti rally at Connenut Lake this week Earl Roberts was appointed alternate Felix Mathews serves as advisor Several fundraising projects were discussed and a recreational period followed the business session
Members of the Ladies Auxiliary of Corry Memorial Hospital reported $912 realized from a recent auxiliary style show. President Lester Dunne announced turnout and ticket sales. New members Agu Hasmonithe and Ith sé Bloimt welcomed. Mildred Alfred resignation noted.
Mrs Bertha Stockton of West Congress street entertained Readers Club members yesterday afternoon at her home. A 1:30 dessert course followed by discussion of the new yearbook and guest visiting. Mrs B E V Phillips will host the next meeting October 20 at her home on West Congress street.
An eight year old, Billy Roehrig, celebrated a birthday at Mead Park on Saturday. His parents Mr and Mrs Wil Tam Roehrig hosted a gathering from 11 to 3 with a wiener roast cake ice cream and soft drinks. Guests received comic books as gifts for the occasion.
Mrs D O Daugherty hosted her card club last evening with canasta. Mrs Maude Keefe received the sword for the card game and the group enjoyed a social time with gingerbread whipped cream and coffee. Mrs Keefe will host the group in the coming weeks.
Mrs W C Maxwell of Spring Creek was celebrated at a small open house last evening attended by about 60 friends neighbors and relatives. Mr and Mrs Howard Heinrich and Mr and Mrs Thomaston helped host the event. Refreshments were served from a roses decorated table and gifts and cards were given to the guest of honor.
National Newspaper Week observed by Kiwanis Club at the Phoenix Hotel with 97 in attendance. Theme Your Newspaper Lights the Way to Freedom was presented by President Barach. Phil Zaleneck announced candidates for Kiwanis officers and club plans for October 20. Greenville group honors 10th anniversary on October 5. Ted group singing led by Lynn Rice with Robert Auer of Baltimore present.
Birthday party held Saturday for Richard Neyton age unclear with multiple attendees. Guests enjoyed a Wiener roast at the Nevin home on East South Street with cider and candy. gifts and celebrations noted with limited legible details.
A Pennsylvania truck driver, John A. Flick of New Bethlehem, was charged after a highway crash in Fort Wayne last year that killed three people. Flick was held in 1000 dollars bond as Linbrick AU BrHSh of Rolite Bi Wwinish (oaks the lives of Navy Dh. Merlyn Ki ileh ner, his wife Margaret, 44, and their grandson Michael E Ryatt, four, of Norfolk, Virginia.
Lancaster report notes the death of 81 year old Thomas Tong of York County, a Korean War veteran, at Joseph’s Hospital. Separate items describe a burn injury in Scranton to Mrs Thum Jomes and a car collision near York with Don Sehal Fer listed among the injured.
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