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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 06, 1945
Page
1
Fragmentary text shows residents in Aves confronting an oil matter as a local dispute unfolds. Names and details are incomplete, but the item indicates a community concern over oil presence or policy affecting the city.
A fragmented OCR item mentions 42 and records with terms like first extreme omen and pol vite, but readable details are scarce. The snippet hints at a sports or event context and a possible record discussion, yet specific names, places, dates, or outcomes are not clear.
Fragmentary notes outline a local power reshuffle involving Winders and Balch, with references to a river site, wage issues, and proposed appointments within five days. The garbled text hints at a town or city council setting, with mentions of rent, paper, and a potential wage grant or insular support amidst political maneuvering.
Leaders in a movement say the plan to push a new effort will hinge on Congress reconvening in October. They cite strong backing from military leaders and veterans groups as crucial support for renewed action.
A. P. report notes that backers of universal military training now doubt victory in Congress. They may push a compulsory training program for youths when Congress reconvenes, but face resistance from church groups and educators. Some say Truman will instead propose an enlarged modernized National Guard.
Erie Railroad constriction crews begin Center Street grate crossing work. Tuesday will see full closure with a temporary pedestrian walk west of the crossing. Automobiles and trucks rerouted via First Avenue or Maple Avenue as rebuilt crossing opens. Officials note materials ready and push for early completion amid drainage challenges.
A fragmentary wire service item from Washington reports a murder near Waterford Road prompting speculation on local victims. The piece mentions Truman, Pacific Army issues, and possible demobilization debates among Senators Johnson and Taft, with criticism of the War Department and the size of forces needed for the Pacific front.
The Rubberaid Company plans a large lumber and chip mill complex southeast of Cony with a 300 acre purchase and up to 2000 acres of adjacent land. The project includes reforestation and a permanent operation, moving equipment from the Spencer farm and building a new power line to support the plant. Gus Petersin will run the site for Rubberold Company, as construction continues toward a permanent facility producing lumber and roofing paper materials.
Washington reports President Truman announced the use of an atomic bomb on Hiroshima. The weapon, surpassing 20,000 tons of TNT, is described as a new and revolutionary increase in destruction. The base targeted is a major depot with ordnance facilities.
Rolland M. Dearing of Denver was elected by the Cony Hospital board as the new superintendent. The 68 year old, uncarried administrator has hospital experience in Potsdam New York Wyoming and Denver and will take over the Go ry Hospital duties August 15 following selection from eleven applicants.
Judge Elmer Evans postponed the sentencing of Marty Mau narditi, after his appeal for a new trial was denied. The Corry man’s case stems from a forcible robbery in the Brewer gambling room. Marty is set to appear next Thursday for sentencing following a request by attorney Jesse Hulianty. Treasury report notes August 3 position with assets and expenditures.
About a hundred former members of Company A of the 16th Infantry and associated veterans from Spanish American War to World War I gathered for a permanent annual reunion. The event’s headquarters were at the VFW home on West Washington street, with banquet at St. Edward's Hall. A business meeting moved to form a Northwestern Pennsylvania reunion association covering Corry Union City Waterford and Youngsville, with plans for next year in Union City.
Former Erie manufacturer J B Campbell was found beaten and gagged on a small truck farm where he lived alone. Police believe the crime occurred last Tuesday or Wednesday, with investigators tracing from the scene and noting possible motive linked to his residence and financial records. Local authorities are pursuing leads and awaiting autopsy results.
Erie authorities face a continuing battle as the body of Joseph B Campbell 72 a former Erie manufacturer is found at his home The discovery followed a visit by his daughter Mrs Robert Spenser VinCleave a known artist of Brie to spend the day with him at the residence The case involves local officials and ongoing inquiries into the slaying
Police checked two youths arrested at Westfield in a Campbell murder probe but no progress reported. Investigators found Campbell dead in his kitchen, beaten and bound with his own neckties. autopsy cites cerebral hemorrhage and a fractured skull. Authorities widened the search for his missing Chevrolet coupe, license 340, amid signs of a violent struggle in the Erie area.
Desperate fighting near Yamashita’s last Luzon stronghold as Japanese forces under Yamashita push north of Baguio. Reports say 4,740 Japanese casualties and 44 prisoners captured amid brutal Allied bombardment and infantry clashes. Allied losses cited as heavy with continued artillery support and close combat.
The Formsylvans Electric Company begins a major transmission upgrade spanning about forty miles serving Spring Creek, Wrightsville, Bear Lake, Elgin district, and areas east of Gary. The plan adds steel lines and a new Corry sub-station, with a warehouse and remodeling of an existing building in progress for bids.
Pfc Sam Baressi received several surprise gifts when his sisters Jeanette and Angie visited him yesterday at McGuire General Hospital in Richmond. Aero Supply workers sent a portable GE radio and a 6100 war bond, with gifts from town residents to remember the popular Corry youth. Former Aer shipping department employee and colleagues sent a gift earlier, and A. H. B. A. Kosoko sent him a 100 war bond.
A telegraph from Paris describing a French embassy incident has observers in Lisbon noting strong patriotism rhetoric. In Washington a Spanish minister and officials discuss unity as a marchers group with anti France placards gathers at the pier.
More soldiers of the 28th Division return from the war in Europe and head home on furloughs at Indiantown Gap Pa. The group processes through the reception station for transport to their homes after a division ceremony attended by Governor Mastin and senior officers.
Harold Cronin, seven dollars shy of former police chief Michael Cronin, told police he was slugged and robbed of 12 by a soldier and his brother after 11 p.m. Sunday at Lit erty street foot. He was treated at Hamot Hospital for a cut lip, lip lacerations, and burns. The incident began in the Penn Club on Westinth street where Cronin and friends met the assailants before being assaulted.
A shattered account describes American air raids against Japan including bomb drops on Tirushima and widespread incendiary attacks by over 750 Superforts and Mustangs. It reports 124 crewmen rejoining their Marianas bases, destruction of ships, locomotives, and installations, and warnings of 12 more Japanese cities to be bombed as U S air power targets industrial centers along Honshu and northern islands.
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