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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1946
Page
1
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Calcutta endures another night of moslem Hindu clashes as authorities report thousands dead or injured and property damage running into millions. evacuation orders spread while British troops and police patrol rubble strewn streets amid ongoing sectarian violence and fears of an epidemic.
Bernard M Baruch celebrated his month birthday today at his home in New York City. Thomas Mallon, a member of the Mellon family and noted attorney, wed at his home last night in a ceremony attended by local figures and guests.
Gov Martin opened a safety conference in Harrisburg noting Pennsylvania traffic fatalities rose 60.6 percent in the first half of 1946 over 1945 and urging action. He cited 16,163 wartime casualties versus 144,035 highway casualties, and praised newspapers for contributing to highway safety publicity.
Washington August 19 two government agencies the OPA and the price decontrol board pressed to finish major assignments by Congress deadline. The three man board resumed talks on restoring ceilings on meats dairy products grain and other items with expected ruling by tomorrow. The OPA aims to reestablish controls while the price board weighs ceilings on refrigerators coal wool textiles and building materials and possible 73 percent fuel or auto price changes amid broader price shifts.
The Army opened a review aimed at revamping World War I medal issuance after 2.5 million awards were given to officers and GIs. A Dooley board review is planned to ensure uniform standards are applied fairly, with Secretary Patterson noting past inequities may persist. The effort targets a comprehensive, uniform awards process across the service.
New York reports normal news dispatches resumed after the American Communications Association lifted its embargo on foreign reports. Arbitration reached in the Pacific wireless dispute. UNRRA official LaGuardia to speak on alleged Soviet spies in Western Europe.
Glarynde Hayvey Keith aged 27 of Venice was arrested last week on forgery charges and pleaded guilty before Erie county officials. Sentence postponed until he complies with court orders as authorities pursue additional charges involving a $10 forged signature cashed at Connie's ura. An earlier arrest followed after John Colinski accused him of signing his name to the check. The case references a Savings account with Curtis National Bank and an arraignment held at the municipal building.
Haifa reports show a tense scene as British troops cordon the port after a weekend of unrest. Illegal Jewish immigrants tried to scuttle a deportation transport to Cyprus, and underground groups were said to plan an outline offensive. The Empire Heywood shifted back and forth amid bombs, tear gas, and transit disruptions.
A truck and an automobile collided near Brokenstraw Bridge on the Spring Greek road afternoon, causing about 150 dollars damage to the truck and 50 to the auto. No serious injuries were reported. one driver was treated at Corry Hospital. State police investigated, noting slowed traffic and rear-end impact.
Belgrade report Sept 19 details a US C47 being shot down over Yugoslavia on August 9 amid a dispute. Ambassador Patterson says Yugoslav fighters machine gunned the marked plane, violating international law. Crew included Radio Operator Corp John Lloyd and others. one Turkish officer was wounded. six crew members survived.
City Council may preliminarily consider the zoning ordinance tonight with Mayor Ainley pursuing a commission and two citizen appointees. Preparations include extensive conferences and petitions for paving on additional north side streets. Board of Health is expected to meet after the regular session along with routine matters.
Col Bogart, son of Mrs WC Bogart, is at Molt Street Corry, detailed in Alun Yan Department. He graduated from the U S Military Academy in 1832 and served in the War Department in Washington D C. He spent months in Australia and the Mary Mission. He previously served as deputy director planning division with the Army Boeville Troops department.
Harrisburg Aug 18 The Bureau of Motor Vehicles announced Pennsylvania will require both front and rear license plates for the 1947 licensing year starting April 1. The wartime one plate rule was in effect for three years to conserve materials and aid security.
The Corry unit of the Pennsylvania Guard will leave Erie by special train at 6:35 p.m. on September 12 for the encampment at Indiantown Gap. Units from Oil City Meadville and Corry will board the train, with return expected at 2:15 a.m. September 17. The 16th Infantry and medical detachment from Oil City plus Companies A through G from several cities will attend this final wartime encampment.
Four men drifted ashore on debris and four others were swept away as two barges broke up off Asbury Park New Jersey during a late storm just before midnight. Coast Guard Commander Ernest Mule said the tugboat Sick, enroute from Baltimore to New York, reported the incident and began rescue efforts.
An American Army plane enroute from Vienna to Udine was overdue near Trieste. Last message described tracer bullets streaking past it, raising speculation Tito's forces infringed Yugoslav airspace. A transport on the same route was forced down on Aug 8 with a wounded passenger.
A chaotic weekend across Pennsylvania and nearby states left at least sixteen dead. Flight crashes killed multiple men including ex Army Air Forces captain Robert Wells, Towanda pilot Clifford Allen, and several others. a Philadelphia home poisoning claimed three residents. a Camden sailor died in a crash. two men drowned when a boat exploded on the Allegheny. a taxi driver died near Scranton after gunshot injuries. other accidents claimed children and motorists.
The Paris peace conference enters its fourth week with debates over how to split Italian treaty chapters between economic and political committees. Finland Hungary ministers mull new talks as Russia and others seek clear economic scope. An Australian proposal calls for a permanent human rights court tied to the treaties, potentially shaping ratification actions across signatory nations.
Washington debates reshaping immigration quotas as President Truman signals possible Congress request to admit more European refugees. Rep Gossett and Southern Democrats push varied bills aiming to cut quotas by up to 50 percent, while Republicans resist.
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