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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1947
Page
1
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In the British House of Commons Winston Churchill charged that Socialists seek a blank check for totalitarian government amid the economic crisis. He warned Labour plans to extend control would erode Parliament and British freedoms as Attlee's administration pushes powers to direct labor and steer industry.
Coast Guard officials called off a Lake Erie search after a seaplane and salvage crew wrapped up work on the capsized canoe and overturned boat. Harold Johnson of Carnegie was missing since Wednesday while fishing with his brother in law Thomas Cook near Ripley New York. Cook, 96, reported swimming four miles to help but Johnson did not survive. The party’s wives were with them as high waves sank their canoe during the North East Erie excursion.
Globe circling plane led by William P. Culom potifiew Faratil aimed to refuel in Cairo after a 41 hour 1 minute flight from Chicago, part of a proposed nonstop circumnavigation. Winds and overseas hops from Gane der, Mild were cited as aiding progress toward the record and past attempts.
State Police investigate possible assault after O. E. Doane is found semi conscious beside Route 277 near Cory with $180 on him. Doane and two companions, Samuel Petry and Phoenix Hutal, had earlier visited residences in Spartansburg area. no evidence of robbery established yet.
Governor James H. Duff announced two State Workmen's Insurance Fund adjusters resigned Irvene R. May and Henry B. Wethlin while Thomas J. Bender and Benjamin Wachiel were suspended amid a six month State Police probe of irregularities in Philadelphia. The governor said the total loss is not yet determined but at least ten thousand dollars appears involved and the attorney general will pursue grand jury action with district attorney of Philadelphia.
Blue Cross says five western Pennsylvania hospitals plan to withdraw from contracts with the Hospital Survival Association of Pittsburgh and the Blue Grass Plan. The five member hospitals include Warren General, Corry Memorial, Bradford, Oil City, and Franklin. Directors accuse Blue Cross of paying less than costs and warn of higher charges absent agreement. A committee will study the situation and a conference will seek compromise to avoid losses.
A West Ridge bus and a Chevrolet truck collided four miles west of Umca City on Route 97. Charles Alcan of Waterford tried a left turn onto a dirt road and was struck from behind by Delbert Jackson of Girard. Damage totaled 225 with $150 on the truck and $75 on the bus. no injuries reported.
A disorderly incident ends with a man allegedly striking his father and son with a hammer and threatening to set fire to their home. Police detain him. authorities report the man is in a mental health ward after a doctor’s evaluation.
President Truman announced a thorough review of the federal budget and income. He cited a proposed total near 37.5 billion dollars and said an official analysis will be issued after Congress adjourns. The plan aims to present all facts in a mid August administration budget review.
President Truman signed legislation ending the fight for peacetime credit controls while Congress proposed a three month extension. He criticized the move as delaying disinflation and urged immediate relaxation of credit restrictions to curb inflationary pressures. The president noted coordination of controls has been limited and urged prompt action by Congress.
Wilkes Barre Pa police report a 14 year old miner captured after a jealous attack on his wife that ended with a chase through woods. The assailant fired a shotgun during the pursuit, leaving weapons and tools behind as officers closed in.
The general government prosecutes Robert Fox Dli a year old Lewistown horse trader for a bank robbery at Belver Spa. Attorney Francine W. Welch is mapped to hearline Oils Week. The case could be tried by Federal authorities or state court for armed robbery.
Heavy freight traffic resumes on the Erie Railroad after a derailment between Buffalo and Sharon Hill blocks. Crews repaired the damaged track and cleared the eastbound route as diesels arrive and inspectors assess the scene.
The Security Council put off the question of a United Nations arbitration commission on the Indonesian dispute. The Indonesian government asked the United States to initiate arbitration with the Netherlands while accepting good offices. The council had not formally approved a commission and indicated it might consider it in the near future.
The FAO asks extending a system of international cooperation to share scarce foods among shortage areas, warning that world production is slow to recover and diets will tighten. It cites Europe and other regions facing possible hunger, urging long term collaboration and a return to stable production levels to prevent famine.
A summary of the school census effort notes the start of annual data collection. It references participation by Me Shnitor and Tinlye High Behaolsy and lists expected student enrollment in the new pulllo system this Fall.
Miss Hill, longtime companion of gambler Bugsy Siegel, says she plans to leave Las Vegas and return to Beverly Hills after Siegel was shot dead in Nevada. She defended herself against sensational press stories and spoke to reporters before boarding a plane from Brande.
Fragmented wartime dispatches report Hughes denying party ties while Jones wins a contract. Meanwhile in Asia and Europe military reinforcements surge as riots flare in Punjab and political lines redraw in India Pakistan. Casualties mount after ceasefire delays.
Detroit workers at Murray Electric and related plants remained idle as the Murray strike drags on. About 86 000 workers statewide facing layoffs amid heat related disruptions, with Ford and Packard plants reporting reduced production and layoffs. UAW pressure grows for contract clauses while frontline producers plan to resume as talks continue.
In Falmouth Massachusetts the body of Nancy Perini, niece of longtime Boston Braves owner, was found in the ocean while investigators pursued a kidnapping theory. Police described the drowning as accidental after a search from the family porch.
Washington reports say Senator Ferguson and the Senate war investigating subcommittee issued four subpoenas seeking rival Hughes papers as Howard Hughes faced questions over alleged hotel encounters and payments. An affidavit from publicist Russell Birdwell tied Jones to hospitality claims, and Hughes aides produced an affidavit denying Jones attended any entertaining.
Thirty legion members are set to attend a regional convention with special chartered transport arranged. The event will be hosted by Erber Service of Columban and runs from morning until Saturday night with details on arrival and schedule forthcoming.
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