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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Apr 12, 1948

Page

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Western Allies Move to Unify Western Germany Economically

The United States Britain and France press ahead with plans to unify western Germany economically and possibly establish a separate political regime. A new three power London meeting was hinted as key to shaping Germany’s future amid Soviet Western tensions. The week promises new alarms and shifts as global powers weigh Communist participation in Latin American events and European responses to Berlin and Bogota crises.

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Unveil Memorial To Late President Roosevelt in London

Mrs Beano Roosevelt unveiled a 10 foot statue of Franklin Delano Roosevelt in London with King George VI among thousands viewing the ceremony. The crowd stood in silence as wreaths were placed then. The event honored the late president three years after his death.

Associated Press London Beano Roosivelt Britain George VI Franklin Delano Roosevelt

Lightning strikes barn. youth knocked unconscious in Findley Lake area

Thomas Boozel, 19, survived after a lightning bolt hit a large Gutting Pindley Lake road barn, causing over $10,000 in damage. His brother George freed him from the blaze as fire crews battled flames to save livestock, a house, a sawmill, and other farm outbuildings.

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Union Coal Miners Begin Next Strike Wave

A United Mine Workers official said 400000 soft coal miners may begin a new work movement upon word from John E. Lewis. The report comes as tensions rise amid upcoming national elections.

Pittaburgh United Mine Workers Tony Tut John E. Lewis

Rev Jordan Cole's car stolen in Columbus theft

Police investigated the theft of Rev. Jordan Cole's 1980 Chevy coupe reported stolen from his Columbus home early Sunday. No trace found at noon with ignition keys left in the car. possible prior abandoned vehicle linked to the thieves.

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Corry Baby Dies of Suffocation

Three month old Cosy K. D. Butcher died from suffocation after being put to bed Saturday night. Doctors suspect phlegm as the cause, with the child pronounced dead at Corry Hospital Sunday morning. Survived by parents John and Yi, two brothers, two sisters, and several grandparents and relatives. A funeral service will be held at Bracken Keating Funeral Home with burial at David Curtis Cemetery in Columbus.

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Comedians Berggen and McCarthy Duma Run Fails On Air

A planned NBC radio program featuring Edgar Bergen and Charlie McCarthy failed to air nationwide due to an unexplained telephone relay slip. The 25 000 dollar show originated near Claremont but only piano music was heard as engineers tried to locate the fault while sponsors prepared for potential losses.

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Delegates Agree to Continue Pan American Meet

Assoclated Press reports Bogota remains amid crisis after riots that damaged 40 major buildings and disrupted food supplies. Delegates to the Pan American Conference press on with the international meeting as Colombia forms a coalition government after suppressing an uprising.

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Colombia Breaks Diplomatic Ties With Soviet Union

Bogotá reports severed diplomatic relations with Moscow after arrests of Soviet agents linked to a Friday uprising. The government says 15 foreign agents were caught in flagrante delicto, with 10 delegates continuing to attend the Inter American conference. The revolt prompted a new cabinet and curfew amid heavy damage in major cities.

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Forrestal urges prompt action on draft and UMT

Washington reports Defense Secretary Forrestal testifying before the House Armed Services Committee urging swift action on universal military training and a selective draft bill. He argues for expanding U S forces to meet postwar goals and notes the draft may be needed indefinitely.

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Corry R D 4 Man Takes Own Life

A Corry man described as in ill health for years died by a self inflicted gunshot wound at his home last evening after despondency over his condition. He was born October 29 1895 in Wayne township and had served in World War I. He is survived by his wife Margaret and three sisters. Funeral services will be held at the Brackey Keyline Funeral Home Wednesday morning with burial in Wheelock Cemetery.

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Train wreck at Sparta injures car on crossing

At 0:20 p m yesterday a Pennsylvania Railroad freight train on Route 71 struck a stalled car driven by Louis Brown of Spartansburg R D j as he tried to flag the train. Brown escaped before impact but his car was thrown into a ditch and damaged 300. The engineer Kibbee of Ol City did not see Brown. The train stopped within 200 feet of crossing and sustained engine damage.

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Former Wife of Quads Father Weds In Greensburg

Eléanor Jenneman Thompson 20, divorced wife of an ex Army sergeant who fathered quadruplets in England during the war, wed Bran T Tour 39 of Pittsburgh in Greensburg Pa. Alderman Henry Frederickson officiated. Thompson, living in Pittsburgh, had been divorced April 4 1948 after her husband William Thompson sought separation to marry the quads’ mother. Thompson later married his English sweetheart Naval Cigi- Ceater in Pittsburgh on July 9 1986. They and the three surviving children reside here.

Pittsburgh Eléanor Jenneman ‘Thompson England Thompson Bran T Tour Greensburg Henry Frederickson William i Red) Thompson Naval Cigi— Ceater

Lewis Must Face Contempt Trial

Washington August 12 The federal judge Goldsborough ordered John L Lewis to face a contempt of court trial on Wednesday at 10 a m EST The government accuses Lewis of violating a court order to end the strike and Goldsborough rules that the Morrison agreement has no bearing on contempt proceedings and defers final rulings on the matter

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All-Star GOP Nebraska Show Ignores Dixie Rebels Amid Campaign Push

A national GOP gathering in Atlanta and a Midwest conference show Republican factions debating civil rights policy and unite behind platform while Truman supporters face Dixie opposition. Governors and lawmakers weigh presidential prospects with Dewey leading unofficial polls, MacArthur and Vandenberg trailing.

Associated Press Nebrobie ufl-Star Lamonrew Abbeti Jon Atlanta Nls Midwest Truman House Joseph W. Martin Benutut

Italian general strike falters amid sporadic violence and limited stoppages

In Rome a one hour nationwide strike called by the Communist led CGIL failed to achieve paralysis. Reports say streetcars and buses stopped but most services and government offices functioned. Violence linked to the south caused casualties near Lecce with a bombing at a Popular Front rally.

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Bridges Plan Accepted by UMW Chieftain

Agreement reached twenty minutes before a court hearing ends the dispute over miners age sixty two eligible for a twelve dollar monthly payment. The plan approved by the United Mine Workers chieftain resolves the workers return to production and outlines phased benefits.

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Van Horn Opposes Pensions for Miners in Two Reasons

In Washington on April 12, Van Horn joined Bridges and others in backing a $100 monthly pension for miners aged 62 with 20 years service who retired after May 18, 1946. He opposed 63 as retirement age and a $100 monthly benefit as unsustainable, citing funding doubts from a royalty.

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Corry Man's Delayed Appeal To Be Heard

Corry man James C Garstater to have his delayed appeal heard after a summary conviction. Erie county judge disclosed Garstater was held under provision of the city ordinance for a drunken ance, with unclear details.

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