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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1949
Page
9
A damaged OCR segment references an event or entrance at 4 90 p m with furnishings and seating details. Names like Chireh and Connie appear in the fragment, but the full context and specifics are unclear.
Fragmentary OCR reads like a legal or estate notice with names and dates scattered. It mentions Erie and a town, a writ or claim, and an executor or sheriff. Details are incomplete and unreadable, hindering full reconstruction of parties or actions.
Fiery lava from Mount Etna’s new eruption slowed as it neared Maletto, Sicily, about 10 openings venting lava. Craters opened up along the mountain’s side, with streams reaching toward Bronte and past Chiavazze and Guardinazzo. No casualties reported as residents watched at dawn.
Local hunters report success with William Brown, aged 13, among the earners. The biggest catch weighed 160 pounds at Hearts Content. Other names appear with unclear spellings and locations such as Spar lamsburm and Jobo'e Corners. details are fragmented and partially illegible.
In Sarajevo on December 3, Vladimir Ogniev a former Russian army captain and one of ten White Russians charged with operating a Cominform anti Tito spy ring admitted he had fled during the war and had talks after the war with NKVD officers and Soviet representatives in Belgrade He denied being a Soviet spy later Kenia Komad the only woman defendant confessed to recruiting fellow Russians fled from the revolution for Nazi occupation forces in Yugoslavia but was not charged with espionage.
Emil Fornas of Ashtabula was injured returning from Ridgway when his 1949 Studebaker skidded off Route 6 east of the fish hatchery and crashed into a concrete pillar. He suffered cuts and a possible skull fracture and was taken to Corry Hospital by Lena Weaver. Police estimated vehicle damage near 395 dollars. the car was removed by Ferkins wrecker.
Former Army officer G Racey Tardany Bill Hopkins testified that large quantities of secret U S documents and uranium powder were shipped to Russia under wartime pressure. He said he advised secrecy to the late President Roosevelt era and named individuals connected with the alleged transfers. The testimony cited broadcasts and wartime routes from the United States to Britain and the Soviet Union, with multiple names and locations referenced.
The Pennsylvania State Employment Service reports a record low in job placements for November in Corry, with only 14 placements from 65 referrals. Clerical, sales, service, semi skilled, unskilled, and agricultural jobs filled amid coal and steel strikes and seasonal declines. Unemployment claims rose to 2,959, up from 1,982 in October, but June-to-December outlook improves as steel strikes end and miners move to a three day week.
The pastor Rev Carl Heidt warned the New St Elizabeth Church may not be finished by Christmas. Much starter work remains including asphalt, flooring, altars, windows, and organ removal. Temporary fixtures and other trades hinder completion before December 25.
Admiral Forrest P. Sherman announced a new Navy strategy relying on atomic weapons and guided missiles in submarine warfare. In a Naval Academy address, he outlined vessel concepts such as fast carrier groups, raider amphibious units, hunter killer teams, and convoy escorts with guided missiles to attack bases and defend coasts.
Associated Press reports that a new government move to curb racial or religious discrimination in housing will have limited impact on current bias. FHA Commissioner Frentlin D. Richards said the plan to deny federal mortgage guarantees for properties with restrictive covenants will apply only in exceptional cases and not affect past covenants. The policy, announced with President Truman's backing by Solicitor General Philip B. Perlman, would take effect in the future and must be recorded after that date to trigger the ban, though most dwellings would remain eligible for FHA financing.
Talon, Inc. reaches a new contract at Meadville and Brie plants granting a five cent hourly wage increase to 3,000 production workers, retroactive to January 8, 1940, with back pay before Christmas. Ten of eleven unions are covered. three craft workers at Meadville and nearby facilities are excluded.
Ajax Iron Works announced a five day, 40 hour schedule beginning next Monday through December, shifting from a four day week amid oil industry fluctuations. The foundry will gain an extra shift, allowing two heats weekly. Company officials cited no long term plan but noted improving activity in the oil sector.
The Pennsylvania Railroad will start its holiday schedule with trains through Carry next Tuesday, continuing to December 24. The line splits Nos. BBL and 580 into two sections: first carrying passengers and mail, second handling parcel post, express, mail, newspapers, and storage. Beginning Christmas Day the second sections are discontinued, restoring normal service to reduce delays and improve scheduling.
Shoppers in Corry Jamestown and nearby towns have seen a local venture produce a small metal filing cabinet with four locks. Operated as a partnership by Wilbun Sorenson and Wendell Gagg the venture claims to offer a single product and has distributed hundreds of these cabinets to various areas.
Washington December 3 government labor statistics chief states that pensions for all seem inevitable as the population ages. Ewan Clague cites growing numbers of workers aged 40 to 80 and suggests older citizens will influence policy. He notes the need to expand beyond social security with employer and worker funded pensions.
Burglars broke into the Grange League Federation mill just outside Union City for the second time in three years. The raid was discovered at 7 am by employees. intruders pried a rear door and damaged tools while attempting to smash the safe but did not cash. Estimated loss to the safe about 300 dollars. no cash taken. State Police sought fingerprints, strongbox not opened. A previous break-in occurred about three years ago with cash stolen. A year ago a youth broke in and fled.
Two armed men apparently inside the Stevens Hotel robbed the cashier H W Ipper and escaped with 22000 in cash and checks. The Stevens, claimed to be the world’s largest hotel, located in Chicago, was underwriting the heist late yesterday.
The Pennsylvania Electric Co. is summoned by the Federal Power Commission to justify why its $300,000 purchase of Cres-Soli Electric Light, Gallitzin Electric Light, and Hastings Electrical Co. did not violate federal power laws. A hearing is set in Washington on December 3. The three firms serve 2,825 customers across Cresson, Sankertown, Gallitzin, Tunnelhill, Vicinity, Hastings, and Elder townships. Penelec aims to apply current rate schedules to the affected areas by next February, promising an annual saving of about $2,000 for north Cambria customers.
Highway crews labored today to clear New York roads after a storm dumped up to 10 inches of snow on Albany area. Sanding crews operated in heavier sections. Light snow was expected tonight with a mix of rain or snow statewide tomorrow.
Babson, speaking in Eureka Kansas, urges small businessmen to adopt modern processing and selling methods to compete with eastern firms. He warns against overreliance on easy credit, stresses use of natural resources and educated labor, and promotes the utopian center for non profit studies aiding local farmers and manufacturers in value addition and market access.
A dormitory fire at the University of Oklahoma south campus in Norman injured two and left many students homeless. The two-story wooden building housed about 400, with more than 300 men escaping as flames swept through five wings around 2:30 a.m. Damages are estimated at about 300000 dollars. Students were relocated to other dormitories and fraternity houses. meals to be provided at Wilson Hall as new housing arrangements are made.
Horlant J. Davis and Jack Castor were elected president and vice president of the Corry Country Club for 1950 in a reorganization meeting held last night. M. & Cobbeth were reappointed secretary while appointment of treasurer was postponed. Seven directors attended the meeting at the secretary’s home.
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