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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1940
Page
5
Fragmented OCR reads like a mix of failed headlines and stray phrases about a campaign, a petition, district expectations, and an upcoming Septem shots. Names and places are unclear, leaving only partial hints of a political or legal notice with unsettled details.
The note mentions a hand setting on for raking tows with an unclear unit and currency symbol. It references a single task or instruction without clear names, dates, or locations to identify.
A signed review collage discusses Cella Warren’s Foundation Stone, Buchan’s Pilgrim’s Way, George Sand biography Romantic Rebel by Felizia Seyd, Schoolmaster of Yesterday by Kennedy and Hassorp, and Louis Hacker’s The Triumph of American Capitalism. It critiques narrative scope, depth, and social context, noting strengths in regional color and enduring themes in capitalism and democracy.
Mr and Mrs William Crosby of Cory Road announce the engagement of their daughter Mir lam Harriet Crosby to Harry Reed of Ohio. The marriage is planned soon at Titusville inn. The bride elect is a Spartansburg high school graduate class of 1938. Mr Reed is an Akron high school graduate and attended Mission College at Merion and Bible School at Cincinnati.
The regular meeting of Girl Scout Troop No. 39 was held last evening at the Presbyterian church with eighteen members, two visitors, and a visiting leader present. The tag ceremony was conducted by Bosemay Dewey's patrol. Flag bearers and color guards were Eris Smith, Mary Jane Kolslee, Doris Crowell, and Marilyn Baleht. The meeting continued with various patrol sessions.
Corry delegates will attend the Fall Institute of the United Brethren in Christ church district in Pittsfield. Missionary speakers from Erle will address Wednesday evening and Thursday morning. A missionary supper and pictures from Findley Lake Camp are planned, with a program followed by visits and local news about residents and guests.
District Deputy Grand Master Dr. R G Merriman of Erie will pay an offest visit to Corry Lodge No W853 F and A M for a Past Masters night Tuesday evening October 1. The local group plans a memorial service honoring deceased and living past masters with special recognition and an out of town speaker. All past masters are invited to the meeting.
The Rebekahs will sponsor a four card party next Friday evening September 20 in the F hall. The event features contract and auction bridge with bingo for extra entertainment. Prizes and refreshments will be provided. Reservations may be called into Stewart's Hat Shop or Jewell Mower Shop.
A birthday party honored Lowell Fargo at his Columbus home last evening. Guests attended the Rex Theater then enjoyed Bingo with prizes won by Marie Schrimling and Kyle Thompson. A birthday lunch was served and gifts were presented to the guest of honor. Attendees included Lois Eshelman of Clymer, Trene Lewis, Carilyn Anders, Marie Schramling, Lyle Thompson, Glvence Thompson, and Harald Lines.
Over 100 knights and their staffs attended a dinner and the initial meeting of the Northwestern Pennsylvania Post Commanders Line Officers Association at Reno Pennsylvania. Officers elected for the year were Myron P Buzard president Charles W MacDonald vice president Harold M McNulty secretary and Frank T Babbitt treasurer. A favorable report on the Grand Conclave in Erie was given and the next association meeting was slated for Warren in May 1991.
Mrs Dawson hosted a Warren gathering yesterday afternoon for her club members, with card games and awards won by Mrs Hastings Jones and Mrs Glens Donaldson. Dinner followed for Feltow members including Mrs O W Brackan and several others from Corre and Spring Creeks.
Store employees from the Montgomery Ward Company enjoyed a four course dinner Thursday evening at the New Colonial Gardens near Jamestown. Attendees included Elshtern and others who danced through the night.
Mrs. Raymond Gilson entertained guests at a surprise party for her daughter Miss Mary Alice Gilson who leaves Monday to enter B J Meyer Memorial Nurses Training School in Buffalo New York. Cards and games provided entertainment and a light salad lunch was served. Attendants wore pink and white and each guest received a corsage. Miss Harriet Donaldson of Spring Creek and Miss Peggy Sullivan of New York City chaired the event with the group presenting gifts to Miss Gilson.
Mary Ann Guy celebrated her fourth birthday yesterday at home on East Main Street with six guests including Barbara Ann Palcone Patricia Hurlbul Carol Ann Hayes Marelue Blakeley Elinora Spaid ing Jeanette Capwell Davis Anderson Donna Sue Iversen Bobby Low Henderson and Nancy Jean Reed. Tea, cream, and cake were served and Mary Ann received several gifts.
Amici Bible Class met last evening at the home of Mr and Mrs Leo McGaughey of Columbus for a business and social gathering. E V McCliftork, president, conducted the meeting and outlined committees for the coming year. Fifty two members and their families enjoyed a corn and wiener meal. The place of the October meeting will be announced.
Mrs. Frank N. Ames entertained several friends yesterday at a luncheon at Levan's Tow Rock in Jamestown New York. Guests included Mrs. M. Raymond Mrs. Troy Gallette Mrs. Hastings Jones Miss Ina Austin Mrs. Eleanor A. Meade and Mrs. W. A. Redmond of this city and Mrs. Sidney Y. Stewart of Cambridge Springs.
Today at Corry Hospital a set of four sons were born to Mr and Mrs Arthur Smith of Corry R C Mrs Shilton formerly Five Snow. The report notes the multiple birth as a family milestone with no additional medical details provided.
The Ladies Auxiliary of the Apiereny Legions met last evening at a North Center street home with strong attendance. Mrs. Prank ruler, Mrs. Victor Orn and Mrs dod Meylon were named to the nominating committee for officer elections. A health clinic report from the month was presented. After a four hour program, attendees enjoyed games and refreshments provided by Mrs. Stephen Brookes and Mrs. Neyion.
The new generation of the MM Sorority met last evening at Miss Eileen Graham's home on West Congress Street. Seven members attended and planned to raise funds during the coming year.
Mrs. Henry Hollis, celebrating her birthday, was honored at a family dinner hosted by her daughter Mrs. Ralph Vanderhott. The event occurred at the Vanderhott home with relatives in attendance, according to a local society note.
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