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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1946
Page
1
The text lists various old farm and workshop equipment through garbled OCR, including pumps, heaters, wringers, steam appliances, and tools. It mentions models, brands, and components in a scattered inventory style typical of classified or catalog pages from a historical newspaper.
The fragment shows varied commodity bids including eastern produce at 1.50 and 1.75 ranges, bulls' prices around 8.75 to 91.76, and multiple lot identifiers such as 1840 and 475 to LT. Bees and other coded items appear, with a total value near 1,008.00. The text is garbled OCR with incomplete context.
General Marshall seeks Red Forces aid to rescue seven Americans amid rapid Communist takeover in Changchun and rumors of government officials' flight. Harbin fears capture as Russian troops withdraw, leaving North Manchuria exposed. Szepingkai actions show government positions collapsing near Mukden. Continued coverage notes a grave Central government situation as Peiping notes prisoner reports and shifting fronts.
Babson argues optimism over the United Nations fate, praising the veto system as beneficial to all major powers and urging focus on unity and peaceful progress. He predicts possible future wars but believes atom energy could deter conflict and advocates freedom of speech and a good neighbor policy at home. Continuous discussion should remain on global harmony and scientific exchange.
Sheriff reports an expensive coupe owned by Beverly Hills aviator Alex Papana found deserted in the desert near Las Vegas. A note addressed to "Juan" signed "Alex" expressed hurt and forgiveness. Papana had been absent from home for days. Beverly Hills police note a 1983 Los Angeles divorce from Sylvia Dortge.
In Pittsburgh area on April 20 officers investigated a strange scene after six rough boxes six black hoods a rope bound plate and a dead dog were found near Stringtown road by a farmer. Detectives concluded the items suggested a possible hoax or ceremonial.A rough box coffins with iron handles and a dead dog at the last box were found, weighing heavy and puzzling authorities.
One of the oldest automotive firms in the city transfers Central Garage on Binns South Street to Paul Wiegers and partners. The Wiegers firm will relocate salvage operations to a new site on Plain Street with the garage becoming their headquarters. The seller plans retirement after 46 years in business. the buyer’s move follows a related school district project affecting the site.
Corry merchants report a strong Easter trade with higher volume than last season. Stores saw best sales in confectionery and baskets as peacetime eggs returned and shortages limited only some lines. Men’s clothing orders ran high while meat and butter shortages constrained overall capacity. Carryout stores enjoyed their strongest week since Christmas as overall sales remained brisk.
Washington reports a military subcommittee urges a sweeping overhaul of Army justice citing extreme sentences and executions during the war years. The findings were written in a sharp document and tabled at the War Department, with full committee action anticipated next month.
Tokyo reports indicate many ex Japanese army officers are forming groups and storing supplies on subsidized farms under Allied watch. The investigation, by American officials, notes identifiable officers and cooperative farms near Tokyo under close surveillance as they plan to regain influence. Major Robert C. Kirk notes public safety concerns but stresses no proof of subversion yet.
Howard Pollard, 24, of Indianapolis, signed a statement detailing the killing of Leland Fri Miller. Pollard claims self defense after Miller allegedly accosted him over a pocket item. Miller’s burned dismembered body found in two Indiana counties on April 4. Pollard is jailed under an 8 warrant for first degree murder.
Paris April 20 Assoc Press reports France’s cabinet face a serious crisis as the assembly approved a leftist sponsored constitution to establish a powerful one chamber legislature for the fourth Republic. The measure passed 402 to 10 amid opposition from rightist and other parties. It will be submitted to a constitutional referendum in May.
The article notes local support for a cancer fund with a first report and ongoing appeals. It mentions contributions from Corry and Moorehead areas, recounts attempts to organize drives, and cites a total target of about 312,000 while urging wider community participation through the Corry committee.
Report on redevelopment efforts at the tannery site detailing salvage, demolition, and salvage of structures. Mentions new office layout, warehouse removal, and construction of remaining facilities. Notes bids, city involvement, and expected job scale, with emphasis on cleanup and preparation for future operations.
Secretary of Labor Schwellenbach escorted John S. Lewis head of the striking soft coal miners to the White House for talks with President Truman. The visit marks a government push to restart contract negotiations in the stalemated soft coal dispute. the White House list had only noted an appointment with Mr. Taman at noon.
Christians nationwide mark Easter with symbolic open air and church services. Arlington National Cemetery hosts a large program with 16 states represented. sunrise services occur at Port Lincoln Heights Walter Reed Hospital and near the George Washington Memorial. In Corpus Christi Texas a sea pageant features boat arrivals and a Denison Dam scene. Eisenhower to speak at Texas A M College College Station. About 150000 people are expected for a sunrise pageant in the Wichita Mountains Holy City. An observance also planned at the Grand Canyon rim and Bright Angel Point National Forest in Colorado.
Bulletin reports from Washington on April 20 note slim chances for passage in one Senate chamber if the price agency speeds corrections. Other items mention Westinghouse and Edison negotiations, and public concern over housing costs rising.
The United States enacts a 25 percent cut in domestic flour use amid a global food crisis. President Truman appeals for voluntary conservation, Hoover aids famine relief, and government measures target wheat and corn stocks to free exports for Europe and war-torn regions.
Two men escaped serious injury after a derailed freight near Ridgway. A caboose rolled down an embankment leaving track torn up. Names Marty Whitford of St Marys and Grover Mason of Ridgway cited among those affected. injuries minor, no serious harm reported.
Brain Furniture reports progress on remodeling the Uiyee story building at North Center and Washington streets. Plans include a full width display front and extensive changes to doors with new construction on the west end. Structural steel and materials are on order, and the Besson service station is relocated to clear site work. Tenants are on month-to-month terms as work begins.
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