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Newspaper

Somerset Daily American

Location

Somerset, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Dec 12, 1947

Page

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Marriage of Etta Young and Richard Ries in Cumberland

Etta May Young daughter of Mrs Clyde Young of Somerset and Richard William Ries son of Walter Ries of Friedens were married Sunday in the First Presbyterian Church Cumberland Rev Eisenberger officiated. Bride wore a dark gown with red corsage. Best man was John Ries and numerous relatives attended the ceremony and reception followed at Listie. The couple plans to live near Listie.

Etta May Young Clyde BE. Young Som Richard William Ries Walter Ries Friedens First Presbyterian of Cumberland M Eisenberger George C Ries Ige C. Ries Ome Listie

Taylor University chorus to perform Handel's Messiah in Upland

Misses Frances Hay and Jean Bar clay of near Somerset will sing in Taylor University chorus at Upland Indiana. The 125 voice group from the student body will present Handel's Messiah in the Shriner auditorium on December 17 announced by Professor Paul D. Keller head of the Voice department.

Frances Hay Jean Barclay Near Somerset Taylor University Upland Ind Shriner Paul D. Keller

Group 1 Seeker Bible class Christmas party at Trinity Lutheran

Group No 1 of the Seekers Bible class at Trinity Lutheran church held a Christmas party in the Sunday school room on a Wednesday evening. Fifteen members and several guests attended. After refreshments on a seasonally decorated table, the group sang Christmas carols. Mrs Ida B Livengood chaired the class with Mrs Lulu Hoffman as secretary and treasurer.

Trinity Lutheran Church Ida B. Livengood Lulu Hoffman

Miss Kay Harryhill Hosts Milady’s Christmas Party

Milady's shop manager Miss Kay Harryhill entertained at a Christmas din ner and party at Oakhurst Tearoom on Thursday evening. Thirteen employees attended and the centerpiece was a decorated Christmas tree. Miss Harryhill received a corsage of red roses from her employees. Attending were Mrs. Milton Baker, Mrs. Flo Opal, Mrs. Ferne Campbell, Mrs. Carolyn Korosec, Mrs. Dorothy Burkett, Mrs. Betty Miller, Mrs. Imogene Stark, Mrs. Stella Bowman, Mrs. Emma Gallagher, Mrs. Mardy Ferner, Misses Helen Baburchak and Jean Koontz.

Kay Harryhill Milady Oakhurst Tearoom Miss Marryhill Milton Baker Flo Opal Ferne Campbell Carolyn Korosec Dorothy Burkett Betty Miller Imogene Stark Stella Bowman Emma Gallagher Mardy Ferner Helen Baburchak Jean Koontz

Lois Ann Employees Tendered Christmas Party

The Lois Ann shoppe employees enjoyed a Christmas dinner and party at Oakhurst Tearoom hosted by employer Irvin Shapiro. Ten cover seats were arranged around a table with a small tree, greens, and colored balls. attendees included Mr. and Mrs. Desmond, Mr. and Mrs. Waterman, Mrs. King, Mrs. Willis, Mrs. Sterner, Mrs. Ida Shapiro, and Miss Thelma Bittner.

Lois Ann Oakhurst Irvin Shapiro Francis J. Desmond Arthur Waterman Ethel King Betty Willis Elda Sterner Ida Shapiro Thelma Bittner

Meena MRI RealS Christmas Gifts for Children Aid

Christmas contributions were collected on Thursday for the Children's Aid wards. Items included canned fruit donated by Miss Margaret Zeigler and gifts for a boy and girl from the Beginners department of Trinity Lutheran Sunday school led by Mrs. Russell Deaner. Other donors listed include Mrs. George P. Steingift and names such as Db Snyder Stephan D.D Berlincas.

Margaret Zeigler George P. Stein Trinity Lutheran Sunday School Russel Deaner Snyder Stephan Berlin Cas

Social Clubs Hold Evening at West Main Street Homes

Mrs George Schenck hosted the T N T club at her West Main street residence for bridge and a collation. Mrs Merle Heiple of the Countryman apartments entertained her club at 8 p m with cards and a collation.

George Schenck T. N. T. Club West Main Street Merle Heiple Countryman

Surprise Party for Mrs Brant Held at Garrett Home

A December 8 surprise party honored Mrs. Clarence Brant at her Garrett home with a large birthday cake and gifts. Attendants included Clarence Brant and many relatives and friends listed by surname Brant Lehman Broadwater Brant and others such as George Stahl Simonny Poorbauch Thomas Lehman and Romesberg families.

Clarence Brant Garrett Theodore Lehman William Broadwater Charles Brant Floyd Lindeman Leroy Harry Meyers Betty Barbara Russel Brant Leonard Pyle George Stahl Paul Shirley Bobby Simonny Simon, Jr Helen George Poorbauch Carol William Thomas Gerald Adam Lepley Jean Ward Lehman William Snyder Emery Kapitan Ronnie Larry Linda Jo Royce Brown Peggy Ann Dorothy Foust Sonny Homer Brant Dale Ralph Romesberg Merle Lehman Roy Romesberg Blaine Floyd and Clark Brant

Rockwood W. C. T. U. Meets at Mrs Philippi Home

The Rockwood W. C. T. U. gathered at Mrs. Gertrude Philippi’s home with Mrs. Mary Growall leading the topic Safeguard the Nation Through Peace. Attendees included Mrs. Annie Hanna and several members who discussed prayer for peace and local church themes.

Mary Growall Rockwood W. C. T. U Gertrude Philippi Frank Stoner Mary Gary M@bel Schrader Jean Day Minnie Ansell Elmer Dickey Kathryn Saylor Mary Schrock Neilie

Four Clubs Meet for Dessert Bridge at Local Homes

Four clubs gathered Thursday for dessert bridge. Mrs. Edwin F. Bauer hosted the Thursday Afternoon club on North Rosina Avenue while the M. R. S. club met at Mrs. Forrest M. Warner's home on North Franklin Avenue for dessert bridge.

Edwin F. Bauer North Rosina Avenue Forrest M. Warner North Franklin Avenue

Birthday Party for Tommy Revello

Tommy Revello turned four and celebrated at home on East Lanner Street hosted by his mother Mrs. C. J. Revello. Santa Claus visited to distribute gifts as games and seasonally themed decorations filled the party. Attending were Nancy and Stephen Revello Diana Perini Jimmy Brougher Marilyn Nickson and many more.

Tommy Revyello C. J. Revello East Lanner Street Santa Claus Tommy Nancy Stephen Revello Diana Perini Jimmy Brougher Marilyn Nickson Sandra Tommy Morocco Micky Gartelle Charlotte Morocco Paul Martz, Jr Ronnie Fanni Bobby Baer Suzanne Mack Judy Marie Bittner David Brant Kathy Brant Gary Bar Bara Ann Braugher Ronnie Shumaker Larry Reedy Albert Lesack Buddy Jeffries Cyrus R. Brant

Welfare Members Serve at Cart at Somerset Hospital

Members of the Somerset Welfare league served at the gift cart at Somerset Community Hospital this past week. The volunteers included Mrs. Charles J. Harrison Jr., Mrs. Thomas L. McCullough, Mrs. John Billick, Mrs. W. J. Shumaker, Mrs. Cc. C. McDowell, Mrs. L. H. Wilcox, Mrs. Jimmy Barron, Mrs. John W. Stein, Mrs. M. S. Cargill, Mrs. R. T. Bouch, Mrs. Emil L. Anderson and Miss Katherine Snyder. A gift case adds display space and gifts radiate a festive holiday air with tapers, candlesticks and trees.

Somerset Welfare League Somerset Community Hospital Charles J. Harrison, Jr Thomas L. McCullough John Billick W. J. Shumaker Cc. C. McDowell L. H. Wilcox Katherine Snyder

Somerset Music Club Christmas Program Delights Audience

The Somerset Music club presented a Christmas program in the Mary 8. Bio Secker library auditorium. Soloists included Elda Menser and Neva Zerloss with Mrs. Robert Riley. Mrs. Harris G. Demica and Mrs. Vance Coleman accompanied piano. The chorus performed classic carols and Frank Gruber read Silent Night. Committee members featured include Wilma Kinzey as chair and several other club volunteers.

Somerset Music Club Mary 8 Biosecker Library Elda Menser Neva Zerloss Robert Riley King Harris G. Demica Vance Coleman Town of Bethlehem Frank Gruber Wilma Kinzey Arthur Waterman Kenneth E. Barron Harris G. Decima Charles R. Blatt Neva Zerfoss

Somer Set High Plays Omission Noted in Review

Richard Houston, senior at Somer Set High School, earned high commendation for his portrayal of President Dixson in Brookfield College in the class play Spring Fever. The second night write up inadvertently omitted his contribution.

Richard Houston Somerset High School President Dixson Brookfield College

Mrs. Marie Little Undergoes Windber Hospital Operation

Mrs. Marie W. Little of South Center avenue is a patient in Windber hospital after an operation on Wednesday. Her condition is regarded as favorable by her surgeon.

Marie W. Little South Center Avenue Windber Hospital

Charlton Jailed for Motor Code Violation

Richard Lee Charlton aged 24 of Stoystown R D 2 was sentenced Wednesday to serve three days in county jail on a motor code violation. He was ordered committed by Hazel F. Kimmel.

Charlton Richard Lee Charlton Stoystown R. D Ty Hazel F. Kimmel

Somerset Groups Schedule December Meetings

Sons of Revolution Somerset county chapter to meet in Legion rooms at 7:30 p.m. December 15 for officer elections. Senior Hospital Auxiliary gathers December 15 at 7:30 p.m. in the First Christian church social parlor. Somerset Garden club meets December 15 at 2:15 p.m. at 347 West Race Street for a Christmas party.

Somerset County Sons of the American Revolution Legion Rooms First Christian Church Garden Club Somerset Garden Club

Presbyterian Bazaar Opens By Women’s Association

Members of a Presbyterian Women's Association plan a bazaar to raise funds for church activities. The event features stalls, crafts, and baked goods with proceeds supporting local outreach and programs.

One Presbyterian Women's Association

Bazaar and Christmas Dinner Headline Mix at Local Venues

A Saturday December 13 bazaar and rummage sale will run all day in the former Weimer dress shop on West Main Street. The Graduate Nurses association hosts its annual Christmas dinner December 18 at the Ferner hotel with Miss Fleanor McElroy as president and Mrs. Do M. Lanner as chair of arrangements. The note on metal casting and foundry work calls out an old essential industry.

Weimer Dress Shop West Main Street Graduate Nurses Association Ferner Hotel Thursevenin Fleanor McElroy Do. M. Lanner Aii

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