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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1946
Page
1
A quirky note from Punxsutawney hints at a local tradition involving a notable groundhog and community anticipation for seasonal clues.Residents await a ceremonial forecast with festive displays and civic pride shaping a small town event.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions a time likely four o clock and a recital or meeting. Readable items include a name Amos and a note about a grade or raid. Details are unclear but point to a scheduled event around four o clock.
The United States publicly opposes Russia demanding a share in Dardanelles defense, signaling deteriorating postwar ties with the Soviet bloc. Amid notes to Moscow and Yugoslavia over incidents, Dean Acheson asserts Turkey should lead straits defense within UN principles, rejecting Soviet hegemony and urging UN Security Council involvement.
Industry spokesmen commented on revived price ceilings with fear of a black market. Officials and retailers largely opposed the idea, while a spokesman for the American Meat Institute insisted strict enforcement is needed to prevent evils of the lack market, waste, and maldistribution.
At the Paris Peace Conference, Albania's Prime Minister Hoxha pressed for full participation, arguing Albania has paid with blood in the war and deserves equal rights with victors. The session heard statements from Albania, Egypt, Mexico, Austria, Iran, and others as commission hearings continued.
A chartered plane from New York to San Francisco crashed at Moline airport early today. Captain James Steen and Marying Fox were killed. Ten passengers, including two babies, were injured, none seriously. The plane’s engines failed and fire broke out during the attempted landing. The charter was for Hotel Lincoln of New York City. The crash occurred about 5:45 a.m. CST. the cause was not immediately known.
Mead Park Association directors met at the Municipal Building to establish a permanent fund for eventual construction of a swimming pool at Mead Park. Twelve directors were present with Stanley Nichols presiding. Donations were placed in a dedicated fund invested in U.S. securities until enough money is raised. Supt Stennett reported many park gatherings and new swings and facilities added this season. The pool fund marks the first definite step toward the long-desired project, with broad community support anticipated.
Secretary Burkhardt of Wie Gorry Union City Selective Service says the district will induct men with the draft resuming in September. Only about twelve to fifteen have qualified for the reserve pool. initial service will be small. Many 19 to 29 year olds have already seen service or been rejected after new physicals, with 18 year olds awaiting 19th birthday to be called.
Aera Employees Benefit Association announces new applicants for aid to file at Aero Lodge 1508 headquarters on South Center Street. Union met to vote on emergency cases since the Aero Supply Mfg plant dispute. Treasurer changes and officer appointments followed, as talks with management continue.
The Greensburg school system plans a fall reopening with eight new teacher hires and vacant posts in auto mechanics and art. The district calendar shows faculty meetings September 8, vacations and association meetings through December, with openings hoped to be filled within two weeks.
President Truman sails toward Bermuda aboard the Williamsburg for a brief calm in the Yugoslav crisis. He plans to meet the governor general for a formal welcome at the Bermuda base while discussions on Yugoslavia continue. Navy and White House aides report no formal statement from the President at this time.
Marshal Tito defended Yugoslavia's actions after two American planes were reported down within ten days. He claimed one transport may have been shot or crashed in clouds, admitted an American plane was forced to land, and noted Yugoslav fighter planes attacked the transport. An official note to U.S. Ambassador Patterson acknowledged the crash and possible fatalities, while Pentagon and Berlin reports noted canceled air rights between Vienna and Udine.
Associated Press reports that Communists announced a new government in Manchuria but refused to discuss participating in an all-Chinese regime. They pledged to stop fighting first and consider reorganizing the government later. The note mentions pressure from Chiang Kai-shek’s forces and asks for a list of ministries the Communists would demand in any future government.
George Aikens sustained unspecified injuries when a loaded truck sped backward on a steep Clymer road hill after brakes failed. He was brought to Garry Hospital at 9 30 AM. authorities said full extent of injuries will be determined after examination. The truck rolled over the alley, causing extensive damage and prompting an ambulance response.
Bulletin reports a moderate earthquake in Manila at 4:59 pm local time lasting about 20 seconds. There are reports of injuries and property damage with downtown area most affected. Delays and scattered aftershocks feared as citizens assess temporary disruption.
Lawrence Thomas announces Thomas Motors Company has purchased a large brick garage on Clinton Street from Mrs. E. C. Steele, plus adjoining two-apartment residence on Mott Street. The deal, one of the era’s largest, includes future garage expansion and alterations to the Mott Street property. Terms and finalization were completed recently with former owners linked to Simon Hen father and F. M. Maymond families.
The Rogers Structural Steel Company plans fabricating and erecting the steel frame for the J W and A P Howard tannery main building east of town. Work begins next week with about a week for fabrication and erection to follow, aiming to finish before the asbestos siding is applied by a Pittsburgh firm. Tageart predicts employment will reach prior levels after full production starts, around the time of last January’s fire.
Harrisburg August 21 reports opposition from the Harrishire chapter of the American Veterans' Committee to bonus legislation for World War II veterans citing it as a misallocation of public funds. Thomas McConkey estimates the cost to the Commonwealth between 70 million and 400 million dollars. Governor Martin says he would back a reasonable tax plan for a bonus if voters propose a fix. In Philadelphia, Aug 9, Republicans push for higher workers compensation benefits from 18 to 22 dollars weekly, aligning with the party platform for the 1947 legislature.
Milk butter and other dairy products will be fixed at or near June 30 levels. Main decisions prompt wide reactions as nearly all chains remain free.
The Decontrol Board orders price ceilings on meat to reapply at September stores, restoring OPA limits to pork chops steak and other meats while dairy remains mostly free but could return to controls if prices rise. The move prompts fears of shortages and inflation.
George Mashank 47, a first assistant U S attorney in Erie, died after a scuffle with members of the Ancient Order of Hibernians at the Fort Pitt Hotel. Police say heart attack suspected. witnesses noted a bump near his ear. Mashank had handled several grand jury investigations and federal fraud cases in western Pennsylvania.
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