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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1949
Page
1
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The British destroyer Consort fought a 50 mile running duel with Chinese forces near Kiangyin and along the Yangtze. Reports say 20 Chinese casualties and 60 miles of river front still seen by observers. Amethyst remained afloat and undamaged as ships moved to assist and monitor the grounded British sloop.
In Clarion Pennsylvania on April 20 a hearing for six Clarion County men charged with inciting violence at Ny Co and S Strip Mining Co in Witnessboro was continued. The men remain free on bond of three thousand dollars on charges of aggravated assault and battery forcible entry and causing an arrest.
Washington April 20 Officials announced a new ambassador to Moscow Erik Kirk formerly led the embassy in Belitung and served in major naval commands. He succeeds Walter Bedett Briarly who recently stepped down, with Erik tasked to manage U S relations with Western Europe amid Cold War tensions.
Senators and critics urged full public disclosure of the rearmament program tied to the North Atlantic pact. Acheson plans to present a confidential report to the Foreign Relations Committee, while others call for the entire package to be released before ratification debates begin.
The Federal Reserve Board reported stricter installment credit terms, focusing on older model used cars, furniture, TVs, and household appliances. A minimum down payment of 5 percent is required for autos and 12 percent for other items, with a maximum payment period of 31 months.
The Northwestern Pennsylvania YMCA district holds its fourth annual meeting in Corry. About 135 Y secretaries and leaders from eight communities attended the dinner and program led by Willard Cox of Titusville. Officers were elected including Cox as chair, Charles Massing as vice chair, and Daniel Wallon as recording secretary. Clyde Shotzbarger noted the district produced nearly a fifth of state YMCA activities and over a quarter of attendance. Speakers included Dr Marie A Dawber and W Haines Kent, with support from Rotary and Kiwanis groups. Attendees traveled from Bradford, Titusville, Corry, Sharon, Farrell, Conneaut, Union City and Greenville.
Corry resident John Dempsey confirmed to Pittsburgh report that he will retire from his Federal deputy marshal role with the Western Pennsylvania district court on April 30. He has served fifteen years and faced age 70 limit. plans to return home on May 1 under the Federal pension plan. Officials debate his successor and party prospects in the area.
Paris hosts a Communal Sponsored world peace conference with 1800 delegates from 62 nations. Frederic Jollps-Gurit urges peace committees worldwide and vows to confront warmongers. The meeting opens with no anti Communist protests and uses Salle Pleyel for sessions.
U S moves to slow down UN action as talks between Bulgaria and Hungary and other signatories surface. Britain and the United States seek direct negotiations while condemning trials of Cardinal Mindszenty and Bulgarian church leaders. Delegates split between delaying action and supporting a Bolivian plan to defer UN measures until the next session.
Aly Khaw, visiting Cannes, reportedly broke his ankle while at a Riviera home party on a Saturday afternoon. The accident occurred near a gathering for his wedding to Filta Hayworth, with the event possibly delayed. Fire crews were summoned to extinguish a nearby blaze as residents and children assisted.
A frost blanketed scene and unclear text describe weather and local reactions to a new school tax plan. Fragmentary phrases mention temperatures, frost, and rumors of policy changes, with broken names and locations hindering clarity.
Directors of Cony Hospital to meet at the Public Library Building at 740 to open bids for construction of the proposed hospital. Cost estimated near 400 400 dollars, with bids to determine feasibility of proceeding to final contracts as plans and specifications are reviewed.
Associated Press reports in Harrisburg detail the push for rent control through local municipalities. The plan, tied to federal provisions, aims to empower a state rent control board to enforce housing rules and hearings, with gubernatorial approval required for final actions.
The district weighs excise and service taxes as a 100 merchant levy proposal triggers debate. Board members note charitable and church funds would be affected, while merchants with tangible goods face tax shifts. opinions split on tax scope and constitutional issues.
The decomposed body of Harry G. Barenbrugee, 45, of Fimira, was found on the Lake Ontario shore near Henderson, along with searchers renewing efforts to locate M. Johnson, 41, of Manstinid, Pi, after a private plane disappeared about a month earlier.
Reports from Sawitago and surrounding towns say a massive earthquake struck Chile on April 20, killing dozens and injuring many others. Buildings collapsed in Temuco Angol and Tralauien, leaving thousands homeless as emergency crews and aid teams mobilized.
Advance plans for a July 4 celebration at Mead Park released by the Mead Park Association and led by Arnold Beastead. The committee distributed tickets, seeks civic group support, and aims to display a Plymouth special vehicle from city dealers May 1 with delivery slated, while arranging a public speaker and stage program.
In Pittsburgh on April 20 local doctors re-examined RH blood classifications noting Mrs Maitaline Dusch is RH negative while her husband is RH positive. Doctors say children of mixed blood parents may require immediate transfusions at birth. Mrs Dusoh had her third baby a week ago and both mother and children are reported healthy.
Reports from the Yangtze front say Communist forces renewed attacks after peace terms were turned down. Moscow and Peiping dispatches describe heavy fighting along several river sections with advances near Kan king and Pakow. The Chinese Premier and military leaders warned of continued hostilities as government troops regroup and maintain defensive lines against Red forces.
Dover police disclosed a young woman aided in solving a Lonely Hearts case by providing the initial breakthrough. Statements tied Inez Brennan to the deaths of two men, with Dolly Thompson Dean aiding Brennan during a hospital stay. Police say they are safeguarding Brennan’s son and continue questioning others as details emerge.
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