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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 05, 1946
Page
1
Fragmented OCR shows livestock sale data with hogs cows and cattle prices, quantities, and weights. Mentions 4-11-19-25 stock numbers, varied bids, and produce listing under Western Produce. Lacks clear names or locations beyond Stockton area.
General MacArthur announces a four power Allied council for Japan to advise him while retaining command. Russia pushes for restrictions and press exclusion debates and a potential second election while council meetings open to public scrutiny.
Washington police chase leads and 1000 tips as 24 year old former Marine and rope slayer McParland remains free after escaping the District of Columbia jail death to Wednesday. Authorities say he may try to flee to South America or Australia while a nationwide alert spreads with 26,000 police posters. Detectives search Dewmi Wood Park and suburban areas as the manhunt continues with no capture.
Senator Byrnes remains a focal point as a fierce Senate policy clash unfolds in Washington. Pepper charges and amid crossfire, Hale contends the debate exposes broader party fault lines and U N policy, while opponents urge restraint and call for cleaner government.
The eleven city automobile dealers adopt a closing plan starting April 27 to give employees shorter weekends. The move follows nearby parts and service firms often closing Saturday afternoons, with other towns adopting similar schedules to aid workers and supply chains. Names of dealers are listed alongside the plan.
Willan Thompson reports vandals poured paint into the fuel intake of the mill diesel engine at the Thompson Biblow maple mill on Washington Street, causing the engine to seize after two hours of operation. A Diesel mechanic was summoned from Oil City, with repairs to follow if possible. Police note the act may have been committed by someone familiar with the plant. motive undetermined. damage estimated in the tens of thousands of dollars.
President Truman drafts Army Day address urging restraint on a rising armed force as Chicago hosts 14 000 troops and major demonstrations in San Francisco San Antonio and New York open houses at Army posts. He departs at 2 pm EST for Chicago to speak at Soldier Field outlining US policy and backing measures. Vincent Youmans, 47, noted composer of Great Day Ten For Two, dies in Denver at 7 35 am.
Marshal Wilhelm Keitel testified before the International Military Tribunal claiming he tried to save British airmen executed after being captured in 1944. He said Hitler ordered Heinrich Himmler to control the prisoners, and that a clash with Hitler followed when Keitel attempted to omit the incident from daily reports.
The state takes over nine Public Service Electric & Gas Co. gas works in Newark and surrounding area to maintain gas supply during a labor dispute. Governor Edge signs the order empowering State Labor Commissioner Harper to run the plants and assure continued service for New Jersey’s residents. Troops take up positions as talks with unions break down and wage demands rise.
Associated Press reports the administration's minimum wage bill failing as Senate opposition coalesces across parties. A farm amendment sought to raise prices by including farm labor and family, but was defeated after a 3 to 14 vote, keeping the current 40 cent wage intact in the measure's latest form. Treasury figures for April show expenditures at 104 million with a decline from the prior day.
Reported raid near Warren sheriffs offices describes a search for gypsies and a stash of clothing and gear. Observers note possible by-passed routes and ongoing police activity along nearby highways as investigators pursue a lead.
The nude body of a girl found along a road near Waynesboro was identified as Jane Kennery of Hygers or Hygers, with her mother Mrs Sadie Kennedy of Sagerstown present. Authorities say death was due to strangulation and a broken neck, aided by a fine wire or rope. The suspect list includes several locals and investigators from Washington.
Washington April 5 Coal operators privately foresee the wildcat walkout lasting at least until May 1 while talks with the United Mine Workers show little progress after three weeks of negotiations for a new contract Federal Conciliator Paul W Fuller urged a job stay as representatives argue over safety and welfare funds and imputed responsibility for stalled talks The dispute centers on safety measures and health funds claimed to reach up to 60 million annually and ongoing disagreements over terms and duration prompting renewed stalemate
The Red Cross drive concludes with workers led by Chryhman W. Waterhouse reporting limited progress and a campaign short of its $450,000 target. Activities in three Cory diustein plants and retail divisions push to finish by tomorrow, with hopes of closing a gap of about 2,000.
The so called Bluebeard of Paris, Dr Marvel Petiot, was condemned last night after a weeklong trial for hiding remains in his Rue Le Sueur residence. He vowes to appeal as civil damages of 8,095,001 francs were awarded to victim families.
A jury in Jamestown on November 5 awarded Gail Puiliquy of Warren and Killer Ald Nancy Livengood of Jamestown damages after a fatal highway crash involving a bus carrying youths from an excursion. The verdict assigned joint liability to Roy Hoaglund and George Wells along with Maurice Barker, with Mrs Clive Phillips, Nancy Livengood, Bettydae Hall, and Robert Peterson receiving sums totaling 15600.
The House Banking Committee approved a year extension of price controls as urged by President Truman. A Republican bid to limit the OPA's new authority for 11 months failed 13 to 9. Proposals to shorten the OPA extension, curb life price limits, and revise powers also progressed, with amendments aimed at limiting continuation after June 30 and tying subsidies to 1947.
The Tehran regime announced Premier Mamed Quyain signed an agreement with the Soviet ambassador at 4 am local time. Red Army troops will evacuate unconditionally within six weeks from March 25, and Iran will present concessions to Russia in seven months. A separate note says Iran’s pro-Iranian groups will be reconsidered under a plan to admit Soviet officers to the Majlis. Diplomatic observers in New York expect Russia to secure all concessions after troop withdrawal.
The Post Office Department announced three inspectors unearthed 153,150 buried nine feet deep in Jacksonville Florida as part of a larger 130,000 theft by a former postal employee. The department called it the biggest money theft in postal history.
Washington April 5 Frew Bailey National Grange legislative representative says Selective Service boards ignore a key provision delaying essential farm workers until replacements arrive He notes that 78 of every 100 men drafted are being sent to farming duties while others return to farm work, urging Congress to decide whether the draft serves world needs or farm needs
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