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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1946
Page
1
Corry Evening Journal reports a Soviet delegation stirs new tensions by linking peace prospects to a $150 million boost in consumer item controls under the Office of Price Administration. The piece notes economic policy shifts and potential international implications.
Erie and Cleveland reports show most Great Lakes cargo vessels remaining in service on August 16 as the CIO National Maritime Union conducts a walkout seeking non union crews and reduced work week. Steel, coal and grain shipments continued with some ships docked or delayed and crews partially quitting in support.
Norristown Pa August 16 Two psychiatrists deem Kenneth W Hanley 25 a sane man after reviewing psychiatric reports yet the court ordered his commitment to the State Hospital for the Criminally Insane in a murder case. If cured he would be discharged and returned home.
Calcutta reports mass clashes between Moslems and Hindus on India’s road to independence. At least 25 killed and many injured as shops closed and mobs halted traffic. Moslem League ends nationwide strike to pursue direct action causing widespread disruption and assaults at several markets and stores.
The OPA announces broad retail increases across radios, stoves, washing machines, and many household items amid new pricing standards required by Congress. Immediate drink and tire ceilings, higher stationery prices, and soon rising building materials are outlined, with durable goods leading the jump and refrigerators excluded.
Washington Aug 16 The Deep Control Board promised to disclose its verdict Tuesday night on price controls for major foods and feeds. Chairman Roy L. Thompson warned against guessing the decision, noting the five days left to decide before August 20. The panel previously revived controls after Congress failed to resolve the issue. The board faces a deadline as milk butter meats grains and other essentials could see reimposed ceilings if absent a decision.
Washington reports President Truman concluded Congress by signing 204 bills after adjournment and vetoing 16. A DC appeals court refused to intervene in a government union dispute over supervisory workers at four mines. In the Middle East, court sentences were handed to Jewish and Arab suspects for a Haifa rail shop bombing, while Japan faces a disagreement in a Pacific war investigation committee.
Casper E. Casper pleaded guilty to three burglaries in Erie County Court before Judge Elmer Evans. He received concurrent sentences of three to six years in the Western Penitentiary, meaning he will serve one term. He was arrested near Jamestown based on evidence from Harold McCloskey, with property recovered from the Phillips Jewelry store, Paul Lines Hardware, and Montgomery Ward.
Fire in a three story brick building housing OPA Tent Control and U S Army offices in Williamsport Aug 1 last night injures two firefighters and causes about $10,000 in damage. A separate report from Chester Pa Aug 16 notes a man killed when struck by a train. wallet found in a railroad baggage truck.
Washington reports President Truman weighing special congressional registration to admit European refugees including Jews to the United States amid growing upheaval in Palestine. In Jerusalem, the Jewish non cooperation strike risk escalates as Jewish groups and Irgun urge action, while British forces stay on alert.
Drilling of the first two wells south of Carry held wave lease by Leon Watson has been delayed two to three weeks. Contractor delays and equipment moves hinder start of test diggings. Mrs Watson recently arrived from Indiana and remains near Ernest Watson’s home south of the city while awaiting mobilization. The first wells were expected to begin in early August, but tool availability and other contracts cause the postponement. Some leased territory lies within city limits. initial holes planned on the Watson farm or nearby Han Guies property.
County commissioners in session over the $500 reward for information in the Loyd Wilkinson murder. Claims narrowed to Chief John D Flanigan and Mrs Gladys McCloskey of Corry. Solicitor Held ruled a police chief may accept the reward. Decision expected to split the funds between the two Corry claimants. Erie Times reward separate decision tied to county action.
In 1941 a Thusville auto reaches Princeton from Titusville, a 385 mile run in under 72 hours. Thomas C. Roberts of Hodges Road bets a bottle of champagne with Julien Bryan of New York, director of the International Film Institute, joined by a 1911 White touring car with 1820 electric headlamps replacing kerosene lights.
Aug 16 Millie Thome confessed to involvement in the March 4 killing of Robert Fisher. She indicated her brother Mike Bubna paid codefendant Dominick $100, and she admitted to being an accessory and that Dominick was the actual killer. The confession came as prosecutors prepared for a new trial defense.
Justice Department discloses a meat market probe into alleged price fixing and shortages. Official notes the study involves old price controls and recent reports from various market sectors. Treasury report shows daily expenditures and tally figures, with unclear lines about reform and enforcement.
A New Zealand action denounces a Russian group and insists only motions truly at war with enemy states should be allowed to vote in treaty recommendations. The matter remains for further action.
Paris August 16 The Russian delegation spurred a fresh clash at the peace conference as New Zealand’s W J Jordan erupts calling the Russians “this blasted old rat” in a heated outburst. Vishinsky forges ahead arguing voting rules in commissions on Romania Finland and other treaties, while Britain’s Hector McNeil and others resist the Soviet position. Jordan remains unbowed, and the matter is deferred to future action.
A stop sign omission caused a collision at Riceville Route 77. Arthur Young from Pomonga California drove a Plymouth into Clarence Mason of Oil City in the southbound lane. Mason sustained a fractured rib and was hospitalized at Corry Hospital. total damage estimated at about 90 dollars.
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