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Newspaper

New Castle News

Location

New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jun 27, 1936

Page

3

Priestley Williams wedding unites New Castle couple today

A quiet 10 o'clock ceremony at First Christian church joins Miss Constance Priestley and Fred N. Williams Jr. The couple, both well known in New Castle, depart for a motor trip and will reside at 404 East Wallace Avenue after their return.

First Christian Church New Bethany College G. S. Bennett New Castle Ruth Patterson Edison Avenue Alabama Register and Recorders Williams East Wallace Avenue

Garden Forum Lecture At Court House

A Garden Forum lecture at the courthouse is set for 8 p m with J M Brown supervisor highway department speaking. Nellie Houk Smithfield street T A C Dorothy Gold serve as hostess. Monday Evening Bridge features Emma Patton on Young street.

Court House J. M. Brown Highway Department Nellie Houk Smithfield Street Dorothy Gold Emma Patton Young Street

Swanky Dance at the Field Club in New Castle

A swanky benefit dance at the New Castle Field Club Friday drew about 75 couples. Organized by Federation Juniors and the Pro Indus club, proceeds aid blind work in Lawrence county and camperships for Margaret Henry Home boys. Chaperones were Mr. and Mrs. C. Leroy Shira.

New Castle Field Club Federation Pro Indus Club C. Leroy Shira Junior Lawrence County Pro Indus Clubs Margaret Henry

Simple and Impressive Wedding at Holy Trinity Church

Miss Josephine Bonk daughter of Mr and Mrs Nick Bonk of 136 Prospect avenue married John Dudzensky son of Mr and Mrs Frank Dudzensky of 1603 Pennsylvania avenue Rev Walickiewicz officiated Helen Koch maid of honor Frank Timanski best man Juanita Buynie and Helen Nasal bridemaids Stanley Bonk and Joseph Buczek ushers A wedding dinner followed at the bride's home After the honeymoon the couple will reside at 136 Prospect avenue.

Holy Trinity Church Miller Street Josephine Bonk Nick Bonk Prospect Avenue John Dudzensky Frank Dudzensky Pennsylvania Avenue Walickiewicz Helen Koch Frank Timanski Juanita Buynie Helen Nasal Stanley Bonk Joseph Buczek Mrs. Dudzensky

Harris daughter enters Allegheny General School in Pittsburgh

Martha Jo Harris daughter of Mr and Mrs David G Harris of Garfield avenue will enroll in the Nurses Training program at the new Allegheny General Hospital Pittsburgh after passing entrance exams this week. Friday her mother accompanied by Martha attended the hospital opening with Betty Lou Orr Mrs George A Rigby and Mrs William Koonce.

Martha Jo Harris David G. Harris Garfield Avenue New Allegheny General Hospital Pittsburgh Harris Martha Betty Lou Orr George A. Rigby William Koonce New Hospital

J. C. Houk Reunion Set for July 4 at East New Castle Grange

The J. C. Houk reunion is scheduled for July 4 at the East New Castle Grange hall. Attendees are asked to bring a covered dish and enjoy the community gathering with old friends and family.

J. C. Houk East New Castle Grange

Rainbow Girls Rose Dance Attracts Large Attendance

The Rainbow Girls assembly in New Castle held an informal Rose dance at the Cathedral drawing about 180 couples from nearby towns including McKeesport Grove City Youngstown and Beaver Falls. Eleanor McFall acted as worthy advisor and Glenna Goad chaired the event with Naomi Kennedy Charline Bates Geraldine Flick and Margaret Braden assisting. a summer blossoms backdrop and an excellent orchestra completed the graceful occasion. The season closes with resume in September.

New Castle Assembly No. 1 Order of Rainbow McKeesport Grove City Youngstown Beaver Falls Eleanor McFall Glenna Goad Naomi Kennedy Charline Bates Geraldine Flick Margaret Braden Rainbow

O M K Club Meets At Mrs Knox Home

Mrs John Knox of Whippo Street hosted the O M K club for a regular meeting. An abbreviated business session preceded games and conversation, followed by a luncheon served by the host. Special guests included Mrs Clyde Burkholder Mrs Mont Wagner and Mrs James Streiner.

John Knox Whippo St O. M. K. Club Knox Clyde Burkholder Mont Wagner James Streiner

Bridal Shower for Mrs Joseph Wechner

Mrs Joseph Wechner formerly Helen Dean was honored with a wedding shower hosted Wednesday evening by friends and relatives at Mrs Elmer Geiring's home on West State Street. Guests enjoyed bridge and 500 and a luncheon at a table decorated with summer flowers. Aides included Mrs Arthur Gallagher Mrs John Waizer and Miss Margaret Wagner.

Joseph Wechner Helen Dean Elmer Geiring West State Street Giering Arthur Gallagher John Waizer Margaret Wagner

Pretty wedding at St Vitus Church leads to reception

The ceremony united Miss Laura Janders and Anthony Pandolfi at 9 am with Fr. Nicholas DeMita officiating. The bride wore white satin with lace, orange blossom bouquet, and was attended by Nellie Ricco as maid of honor and Julius Janders as best man. The couple will reside at R F D No 6 after a honeymoon.

St. Vitus Nicholas DeMita Laura Janders James Janders Volant Anthony Pandolfi Emlio Pandolfi Nellie Ricco Julius Janders Lucy Rico Grace Janders John Stona Tony Lucas Delores Huston Mrs. Pandolfi

Darline Ann Borie Fourth Birthday Party

Mrs Frank Borie of Moore Avenue entertained a group of children Wednesday afternoon at their home for the fourth birthday of Darline Ann Borie. Pink and green decor brightened the rooms as a large cake with four candles served as centerpiece. Hostess aides included Mrs Hazel Miller Mrs Anna Stickle Mrs Ethel Pittnoff and Mrs Harper Allen. Helen Allen of Bedford Ohio attended as a guest and the honored child received many gifts.

Darline Borie Frank Borie Moore Avenue Darline Ann Hazel Miller Anna Stickle Ethel Pittnoff Harper Allen Helen Allen Bedford, C

Luncheon Bridge Charms Guests in Tearoom Setting

Friday afternoon the second in a series of charming bridge luncheons was hosted by Mrs. C. E. Trainor of East Lincoln avenue. Twenty four guests enjoyed an elegant luncheon and contract games with prizes awarded to Mrs. W. H. Gillespie, Mrs. B. F. Butler, Mrs. C. R. Ralph, and Mrs. Harry C. Urmson.

C. E. Trainor East Lincoln Avenue Contract W. H. Gillespie B. F. Butler C. R. Ralph Harry C. Urmson

Book Club Luncheon and Election Meet

Mrs. Emma Willey hosted a Mahoning Book club luncheon at her Park avenue home at 1 30 PM on Thursday. Fifteen members attended with summer flowers on the table and a delicious menu. Officers elected for the coming year were C. C. Hulbert president, David Bender vice president, A. R. Mornes secretary, Hazel Toepfer assistant secretary. This was the last gathering until Fall, with a picnic outing planned and details to be announced.

Emma Willey Mahoning Book Club Park Avenue C. C. Hulbert David Bender A. R. Mornes Hazel Toepfer

Butler Girls Have One O'Clock Lunch

Mrs George Wagner hosted Butler Girls and guests on Friday at one o clock with fragrant red roses at the table. Special guests Mrs Lou Reed and Miss Jennie Badger attended. A Cascade Park picnic is planned for July 15. Helen Wagner assisted the host.

George Wagner Dushane Street Butler Lou Reed Jennie Badger Cascade Park Alice Sipe Gypsy Smith Helen Wagner

Jean Lutton Heads Melissa Fenton Girls

Melissa Fenton Theta Rho Girls 5 met in I O O F hall Friday for an officer election. Jean Lutton was elected president with Estella Cramer as vice president, Erma Hoover as financial secretary, Virginia Emery as chaplain, Sarah Summer as assistant to the VP, and Jean Badger as entertainment chair. A Cascade Park picnic is planned for July 10 with Badger leading arrangements.

Melissa Fenton

Birthday Surprise for Little Sally Black in Volant

Forty friends gathered Thursday evening to celebrate Sally Black's fifth birthday at her Volant home. A pink and white birthday cake, festive decorations, games, and gifts delighted the young guests. Lunch was served by Mrs Black with help from Mrs Benton McFarland and Mrs Paul Huston. Guests arrived from Grove City and New Castle.

Sally Black David Black Volant

Bride and Groom Delbert De Hass Feted At Shower

Mr and Mrs Delbert De Hass were surprised with a miscellaneous shower hosted by friends at the groom s mother s Croton Avenue home on Thursday evening The gathering featured chat games and gift opening followed by a luncheon served by the bride s Sunday school class

Delbert de Hass Croton Avenue

Family Visitors Motored to Cook's Forest After Frat visit

Mr and Mrs J Elder Bryan of Morton street and S J Callahan of Moody avenue hosted visiting relatives A A Callahan of Wells borough Pa with his son and family from Corning New York. The group planned a Franklin visit with Mrs Gordon Furst before returning home.

Cook's Forest Callahans

Jolly Jesters Visit Castle Beach Aboard Coastal Outing

The Jolly Jesters spent a Thursday afternoon at Castle Beach enjoying a tureen dinner and games. They watched the bathers as Mrs Grace Hudson prepared to move to Youngstown and received keepsakes from fellow members. Special guests included Miss Edna List Miss Betty Keeley and Miss Marian Chamberlain. The club plans to meet July 9 with Mrs Olive Stump in Edenburg.

Jolly Jesters Castle Beach Grace Hudson Youngstown Edna List Betty Keeley Marian Chamberlain Olive Stump Edenburg

High Class W. O. Club Meeting Noted At Walnut Street Residence

Two tables of 500 members gathered Friday evening at Mrs. Ella Fulkersons Walnut Street home. Mrs. Maud Thompson achieved the high score. A nicely prepared lunch was served by the hostess. The club will meet July 3 at Mrs. Florie Fulkersons Pine Street home.

W. O. Club Ella Fulkerson Walnut Street Maud Thompson

Betty McIlvenny to entertain E E E E club members

Miss Betty McIlvenny of 512 Clayton street will entertain the E E E E club members on Monday. The meeting was originally planned at Miss Helen Houk’s home on Smithfield street.

Betty McIlvenny Clayton Street E. E. E. E Club Helen Houk Smithfield Street

Miss Olga Komarc Honored At Farewell Party

Miss Helyne Jayne Snyder hosted a farewell party for Miss Olga Komarc of St. Louis Missouri at 918 Harrison Street. Guests included Olga’s parents Mr. and Mrs. John Komarc and sister Mollie Komare. The event featured games prizes and a lunch with Elvie Mitchell assisting. Olga leaves tonight for St. Louis.

Helyne Jayne Snyder High Street Olga Komarc St. Louis John Komarc Harrison Street Missouri City Mollie Komare Elvie M. Mitchell Miss Komare

Heichel Barker Wedding in St Josephs Church

In St Josephs church this morning Rev Fr Stifter joined Miss Catherine Heichel and Robert Barker in marriage. Attending were maid of honor Haddie Henger and best man Anthony Seigel with bridesmaids and ushers named. The couple will reside at 1407 Wilson Avenue after a reception and honey moon was postponed. Out of town guests included several relatives from Pittsburgh Detroit and Ambridge.

St. Joseph's Church Stifter New Castle Hospital Catherine Heichel John Heichel Ellwood City Robert Barker Edward Barker Haddie Henger Anthony Seigel Mary Cwynar Betty Henger Betty Heichel Tony Hapich Walter Mundziak Frank Sniezek Mrs. Barker Wilson Avenue M. Henger Molly Keifer Pittsburgh Rose Zagorowski Detroit Mich Frances Len Mary Hapich Frances Hapich Ambridge

Social evening hosts two new members at Emmanuel Baptist

Miss Emma Harman welcomed R F U class members of Emmanuel Baptist church at her Elizabeth street home on Friday. New members George Theist and Robert Lawson joined during the business period. Prizes were awarded and the lawn lit with colorful lights for games and a bonfire with wieners and marshmallows. Next meeting set for Richard Lintz’s Emery street home.

Emma Harman Elizabeth Street Emmanuel Baptist Church George Theist Robert Lawson Richard Lintz Emery Street

Bridal Shower Honoring Thelma Braatz Ahead of June Wedding

Thelma Braatz received a warm bridal shower this week at the Savannah road home of Mrs. George Body. Friends enjoyed games and a luncheon prepared by Mrs. William Weinschenk, Henrietta Leis, and Lois Body. The bride-to-be collected many beautiful gifts from her guests.

Thelma Braatz George Body, Jr George Body Savannah Road William Weinschenk Henrietta Leis Lois Body

Rialto Women Dine With Uncle In DuShane Street Home

Mrs. Nettie Barton and her daughter Velma Farrell from Rialto California visited Mrs. Barton’s uncle W. J. Park on DuShane street with Mrs. Barton’s mother Mrs. Rody Cameron and other local residents attending the dinner event.

Nettie Barton Velma Farrell Rialto Cal Barton Rody Cameron West Pittsburg Road W. J. Park DuShane Street

Aucceli to Wed Cotelesse at St Vitus Monday Morning

Miss Marietta Apicelli daughter of Mr and Mrs Angelo Apicelli of 1035 Butler Avenue and David Cotelesse son of Mr and Mrs Nick Cotelesse of Division Street are to be married at St Vitus church Monday morning at 8 45 Rev Fr N DeMita will officiate.

Marietta Apicelli Angelo Apicelli Butler Avenue David Cotelesse Nick Cotelesse Division Street St. Vitus Church Fr. N. DeMita

Florida Guests at Wignall Residence

Mr and Mrs William Wignall of Maryland Avenue hosted as dinner guests Friday evening Grace M Van Nort wick and Max Tyler Hildebrand designers of women's wear in Miami and New York, plus Mrs S E Hildebrand of Leechburg and Mrs Ambrose Robbins of Vandergrift. They plan to motor to Vandergrift and then New York where Hildebrand will design garments in his shop.

William Wignall Maryland Avenue New York Grace M. van Nortwick Max Tyler Hildebrand Miami Fla S. E. Hildebrand Leechburg Ambrose Robbins Vandergrift

Braatz-Body Wedding in Savannah

Friday evening June 26 in the Savannah M E church parsonage Miss Thelma Braatz daughter of Mr and Mrs Farnh Braatz became the bride of George J Body son of Mr and Mrs George Body both Savannah residents Dr J E Iams pastor officiated The bride wore pale pink crepe with white accessories Attendant was Mrs George Cochran in yellow dress After a short wedding trip the couple will live on Leasure Avenue where he works at Shenango Pottery.

Savannah M. E Thelma Braatz Farnh Braatz George J. Body George Body J. E. Iams George Cochran Body Leasure Avenue Shenango Pottery

Social Eight Club Hosts 500 Night With Couple Walker

Mr and Mrs D E Sturdevant hosted a Friday Social Eight gathering. Guests played 500 at two tables with prizes awarded to Mr and Mrs R H Walker. An appetizing repast followed. The next meeting is set for a fortnight at the home of Mr and Mrs E C Burdge in North Cedar.

D. E. Sturdevant R. H. Walker E. C. Burdge North Cedar Street

Spaghetti Supper Draws Large Turnout at Ort Hall

Union Calabro Americano held its first annual spaghetti supper at Ort's hall on Thursday. About 1,000 people were served with Angelo Fiela in charge as chairman. Miss Elizabeth Littier sang Italian songs. Frank Gillest serves as president of the organization.

Union Calabro-Americano Ort’s Hall Angelo Fiela Elizabeth Littier Frank Gillest

Workers Meet in Malta Hall by Progresive Association

About 180 delegates from across the county gathered Friday evening in Malta Hall for a meeting called by the Workers Progressive Association. Several addresses were delivered and the organization’s business was dispatched.

Malta Hall Workers Progressive Association

Townsendite to Speak Sunday at Cascade Park

W. P. Hudson former Akron mayor will address a public meeting at Cascade Park Sunday afternoon at 2 30 sponsored by Unit One Townsendites. Hudson will explain provisions of the plan. The note ends with a civic slogan about Americanism and self denial.

W. P. Hudson Akron Cascade Park Townsendites Hudson

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Martha Jo McGoun Francis J. Baldauf Martha Muse Esther Wallace Charlotte Bartlett David W. Ritchie Ward Whittaker Elroy Lockley Sid Lockley Gerald McElhaney David W. Ritchie, Jr Bonk-Dudzensky Houk Marcel Strouss-Hirshberg’s Credit Exchange Janders-Pandolfi Metzler Book Club Jean Lutton Peoples East Washington St E. E. E. E. Club Florida Wignall Social Eight Club Malta Hudson River Atlantic Ocean Sandy Hook United States Coast Survey Grant Parks and His Orchestra Brenneman's Market Penney’s Vanity Minnie Warnock Speer Proprietress East North St Axe’s Market N. Miki St Neri Thor Washington Street Knights OF Columbus North Jefferson ST Grant Street Lawrence Ice Plant Alec Rootman
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