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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1948
Page
1
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Russian troops attacked and injured two German police in the American sector as Berlin faces rising violence amid abduction attempts. Western allied police plans intensify patrols at Checkpoint areas while talks with Moscow are pursued to ease the tension in the divided city.
Herbert Denton Salih, 34, an electrical engineer at Brie Works General Electric Co, was found hanging from a tree limb near his father in law’s farm two miles east of Fairview. A heavy chain bound his waist and a second chain padlocked behind his hands, with no clear signs of suicide. State and county authorities launched an extensive investigation into the circumstances of his death.
The House committee plans to subpoena J. Peters, once head of the Communist underground, to testify on deportation proceedings. Immigration Commissioner Muller says he cannot compel Peters to appear at a congressional hearing. Committee hopes Peters may yield names for related investigations though he may refuse. The panel moves to notify Peters of a potential hearing date in the ongoing case.
Directors met in a routine session and discussed several prospective industries. A paints manufacturer and a steel forgings plant inquiry were noted but remained noncommittal with no action taken. A Dutching corporation aims to build a suitable facility to attract an enterprise, with offers of a building repeated to inquiring manufacturers.
Washington reports that Mildred Gillars known as Axis Sally is due home today to face treason charges in the United States. Officials recount her wartime broadcasts from Berlin Radio and her alleged role in propaganda aiding Germany and England.
A B 29 crashed and burned shortly after takeoff from Smoky Hill base near Rapid City D. S. Seventeen men were killed. Four identified victims include 1st Lt C M Thorp and Tech Sgt R J Mason. An investigating board will look into the cause.
Robert Olson, formerly an Albion instructor, is elected to fill a junior high teaching vacancy at Tumor High School. He will coach the sub high football squad and teach with a salary of 2500 and an additional 150 for cashing work. Fred Schwab also assigned to assist junior high football duties, bringing total coaches to four. A special session on August 20 sets the term launch and athletic board plans to address duties.
Hollywood reports say film star Gloria De Haven and actor John Payne are in a continual clash leading to divorce proceedings. The couple wed in Beverly Hills in December 194? and have two children, with attorney involvement in the dispute.
A British spokesman said Britain cannot approve Israel's admission to the United Nations unless the Palestine situation improves. London expects a formal membership application at the General Assembly opening in Paris September 21. The United States is expected to vote for Israel while Syria is certain to oppose.
Pennsylvania National Guard prepares for a governor's day review at Indiantown Gap Aug 21 with 12 500 troops from the 28th Infantry Division and allied units in fatigue dress. Maj. Gen. Daniel B. Strickler and Brig. Gen. Fran A Weber organize a 1:30 p.m. EST parade and salute in honor of Gov. James H. Duff. The 220th Field Artillery and other units will participate, with a presidential citation planned for the 10th Field Artillery Battalion Wilkes-Barre for World War II action.
In Washington Aug 13 for U S Senate and President, Democratic support grows for a plan by Senator Lule to shift to a nationwide popular vote. Separate interviews indicate objectives to be set in the next Congress session. Tokyo report notes occupation authorities plan to improve postwar economy and foreign commerce amid rebuilding efforts.
Belgrade reports Western powers refuse to sign a Danube pact while the Soviet Union retains control over the river's navigable use. The accord enshrines sovereignty rights, allowing Soviet dominance across Hungary, Romania, Yugoslavia, and Austria, and requires shippers to negotiate with all transit states.
Harrisburg Aug 21 four persons including a mother and two children died in an early morning collision of two automobiles twelve miles west of here State Police Sgt Asin Steiger and others investigated The victims include Pamela aged 14 Gerald eight months Martha 22 and Donald No Morcinney 32 all from Harrisburg and Johnstown The wreck involved an automobile driven by Morcinney and a bus or other vehicle with other injuries reported
The first phase of summer paying is expected to complete by mid next week. Delays due to war weather slowed early installations on water and sewer lines. City officials hope for fewer delays this year as petitions move forward and street work budgets target East Wayne Avenue.
An 18 year old from Youngstown died in the electric chair at Ohio Penitentiary after a botched execution attempt. The condemned man, Donald Frohnner, who confessed to killing a 12 year old schoolmate in a kidnapping plot, pleaded for mercy as the apparatus sparked and smoke rose from his leg.
Report describes ongoing negotiations between two groups as a walkout from June 1 nears resolution. Sources say negotiators are closer to a broad agreement than before and a return to talks is anticipated.
Sulectiv Survie Bord 64 seeks a draft clerk for the office in Corry. The position remains unfilled as members debate qualifications and the appointment process shifts to Harrisburg. The regular organizational session is postponed to next week due to member availability.
Appointed officials and residents gathered at Findley Lake to discuss forming a corporation to address lake issues. The group includes former Corry attorney and Mayville figure, with a committee to study feasibility and another to oversee committees. A follow up meeting is set for two weeks at Bradley's Hall in the village.
Gloucester Mass August 21 Massachusetts Institute of Technology alum speaks on wage trends and living standards urging moderate salary growth while preserving consumer choices. He notes white collar salaries have risen slowly as living costs climb and cautions against lowering living standards to match the past. He argues for steady advancement to sustain the nation’s economic vitality.
Soviet Consul General Jacob Lomakin faces expulsion from New York as the State Department orders an outbound ticket. The United States accuses Lomakin of involvement in the Kysen kina base and considers further actions while Moscow weighs counter moves. The note also rejects Soviet claims of American involvement in the Kasentsina case and notes Lomakin’s possible wind‑up of duties.
Auditor General Harol Waener approves a statewide liquor license refund totaling 2,850 to municipalities. The payment covers refunds of license fees paid by licensees in various communities, including Bri. 394400 and Wattaburg, with distribution details listed for several towns.
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