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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1946
Page
1
Patient notes indicate a condition labeled nob cer warts in UG. The readable fragments mention a medical case with unclear spelling and limited detail. Further clarification needed to identify patient, location, and precise diagnosis.
A damaged OCR fragment mentions a shooting and a plea for assistance. The readable parts reference men and sides, suggesting a request for help or support related to an incident. No clear names, dates, or locations are established in the legible text.
Events abroad dominate the page as reports claim Jews riot in Haifa while Britain deports 1000 illegal immigrants to Cyprus. Molotov calls for Italy to stay a Mediterranean power. Back home, eight teachers are elected and four resign from Corry schools as the board approves new appointments and a vocational coordinator with a three thousand dollar salary.
Michael Bobulg, one of the mechanics arrested last week by State Patrol Officer McGregor on defective workmanship and certification charges for an inspection sticker, appeared before Police Magistrate Melvin Cobbett and paid a fine of 35. The magistrate said the other mechanics arrested on similar charges have not paid fines yet and have not indicated plea plans. Police are vigilantly enforcing motor vehicle inspection rules under Pennsylvania law.
Readable text notes anniversary events for Japan's surrender, with flags raised tomorrow and September observances. Mentions official declaration by President Truman, August 1945 surrender date, and Labor Day alignment for the final observance.
Service officer Tanner notes that milking imprinted forms cannot be approved and veterans should await official blanks. American Legion signs authorize use of improvised forms at Lester home tonight, while VFW delays until authorized blanks arrive. Postmaster reports official stock arriving from Pittsburgh soon. funds could reach many veterans by September 1 and payments may total up to 500 dollars.
Glenden Smith of Taurentun narrowly escaped being buried when a cement block machine pulled him toward a sand filled bin at Burrell Construction Daylant Stitl and coworkers rescued him after he was drawn toward the bottom. The worker screamed for help as a rope was dropped to him and he was hauled to safety.
Haifa Palestine August 13 British forces deported 1000 illegal Jewish immigrants to Cyprus aboard two troopships as mobs of young Jews enraged by Hagana radio rioted on the waterfront. Another 650 new arrivals reached Haifa harbor aboard the Fenice as British First Infantry Division troops and police imposed a cordon. Hagana urged residents to storm streets and break the curfew, while Arabs in Halfa joined in but largely stayed home. About 2000 people moved toward the quays before the cordon formed. 1000 refugees had spent 32 hours aboard ships awaiting transfer to the Promised Land.
The bill signed by President Truman creates a five year, 1.125 billion dollar hospital construction program. It authorizes federal aid for up to 90 percent of costs for new hospitals and equipment, with remaining funds shared by states and local governments. Sponsors include public agencies or private nonprofit groups, with allocations based on per capita income and regional needs.
The Associated Press reports Benito Mussolini’s body, stolen April 22 from Potter’s Field, was recovered at a monastery near Pavia. Two monks are in custody as investigators pursue the missing DiE. The body, exhumed and displayed earlier, was tied to a group calling itself Democratic Pasvists and linked to a directive committee.
City taxes entered a two stage penalty window starting August 10 with a five percent surcharge for payments after the date. Taxpayers who paid within two months of issuance faced rebates, while those missing the window faced further penalties up to ten percent total. The new uniform tax law applies to city, county, and wholesale assessments with rebates only within specified periods.
A report on a severe dog cruelty case involving 40 small dogs at the Fair Havoc area is set for Juvenile court tomorrow. The hearing will determine disposition of the matter with parents of the involved youths summoned and possible strict parole after accountability discussed by police and county officials.
Company A of wartime guard plans a Sunday meeting at O City to work out rail details for a four day encampment. Captain Gay Abbey announced the event amid official statements confirming Pennsylvania Guard encampment plans for the state. The unit expects about 50 members to attend the encampment starting September 15, with further details to follow as arrangements firm up.
Harrisburg Aug 1 Ralph B McCord received a permit from the Public Utility Commission to furnish jet er service in North East tagoship, Eile county. The notice notes he is developing.
School board discusses library improvements based on Swartz survey. Proposes July August hours and teacher librarian collaboration. Mrs Ross named manager of Junior High cafeteria. 15 coal bids reviewed. enrollment projected slightly lower at 1984 students. 127 attended public, 100 parochial. Putnam duties increased. athletic equipment custodian proposed. insurance renewal approved. Klinger awarded diploma under Veterans plan. Pittsburgh water main break floods streets with geyser 10 feet high.
AP dispatches report Ireland and Transjordan pawned for UN entry by Soviet pressure. London string cites American financial sources as aiding Jewish immigration to Palestine. A ghost rocket incident in Sweden fuels claims of deadly sabotage. Berlin notes six U.S. soldiers burned in a police motor pool fire. In Greece, five villagers lynch five alleged Communist aides after a gendarmerie ambush. a gendarme dies and others are wounded.
Federal conciliators avert a tomato strike by Campbell Soup Co and CIO Food, Tobacco, Agricultural and Allied Workers Union. Agreement preserves the contract to next March, restricts union activity, and covers the Camden plant with a modified contract while negotiations on migratory worker recruitment proceed. The move saves about 6 million dollars worth of New Jersey and Pennsylvania tomatoes and prevents a nationwide walkout by 8,000 workers.
The Aug 13 report from Tokyo notes Victory Day will be celebrated soon as peace issues loom. Occupation forces and Japanese recall memories of the war as the anniversary nears with ceremonies planned and veterans recalling past events.
A fragment notes an Imperial palace ceremony by the Seventh Cavalry Regiment amid occupation duties in Tokyo. It mentions two American military deployments near Haneda and Yokota, with a formal dedication and future posture toward Japan. The piece continues on page three.
The Russian envoy expresses confidence in Italy's future as talks proceed on postponing terms. He says Russia bears a heavy responsibility and supports a year’s delay to complete the agreed terms, amid ongoing conference discussions with De Gasperi’s government.
At the Paris peace conference Soviet Foreign Minister Molotov said fascist Italy bears heavy responsibility but Italy should not lose influence in the Mediterranean. He dismissed De Gasperi’s plea for delay in peace talks and urged Italy to purge remaining fascist elements to become a democratic state. He warned against exploiting Allied divisions and opposed immediate peace with Germany delaying Trieste settlement.
In Chicago on August 13, a 41 year old man faced acquittal for the murder of his best friend Donald Murray. The case involved alleged extramarital romance and a complex sequence leading to the homicide. Murray’s wife Doris, 39, testified about events surrounding the killing.
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