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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1946
Page
1
Fragments from a damaged column hint at a list of people and places linked to a historical event or ad like notice. Readable names such as Hartley Campbell Reynolds and John sdu eley Ol appear, with scattered references to towns and firms, suggesting a local roster or directory fragment.
Washington reports the administration seeks a no strike pledge from major industries as the Supreme Court weighs the Lewis contempt conviction and UMWA appeal in the soft coal dispute. Officials expect a February decision after a likely early calendar placement post strike resolution.
A Coyntus man and wife were awarded 600 dollars in a damage suit after an automobile accident involving a driver in Ericott Alifial on December 25, 1940. Verne and Smilf were awarded the verdict against B D McCrackin for negligence as the responsible party.
Twelve workers were trapped after a mine explosion at Tuliedtec Company's Lowes gas mine near Whitehaven Ang. On the 39 workers near the blast four suffered severe burns and others were injured. Rescue efforts were ongoing as conditions and whether anyone was buried under rubble remained unclear.
Investigators search for fire origin as 120 people die in the Vinceat Hotel blaze. Officials order city, county and national probes and demand tougher safeguards. Mayor Hartsfield and officials scrutinize open stairwells and safety standards amid calls for regulatory reforms.
AP dispatch from Nanking reports China weighing sending emissary to Yenan to restart political talks with the Chinese Communists. Pittsburgh notes soft coal industry resumes after one day of stoppage. miners back to work under UMWA pressure. mid workload recovery expected. Washington cites labor probe into union leadership and a Supreme Court ruling on wartime mobilization issues.
Train service returns to near normal as 11 trains run on minimal schedules with the Oil City Corry Locals discontinued those two weeks ago. Freight and express embargoes lifted and shipments surge into Erie and Pennsylvania rail offices as Railways Express Agency reports record volumes.
Pittsburgh dispatch reports a grim discovery on a suburban road of four severed hands wrapped in paper. A 13-year-old girl and three companions found the bundle, later linked to two male victims. Police and county officials examined the contents including a historic newspaper fragment.
Soviet Foreign Minister Molotov unexpectedly blocked a UN plan for a global troop inventory by demanding removal of a home troop census from a committee approved resolution. He argued home census complicates the broader issue and tied any count to a disarmament program. The move came as the assembly debated international inspection of troop figures and censure of South Africa over racial policy.
Miss Evan Kepler announced the first two days of the Christmas Seals drive in Corry and surrounding townships. About four hundred residents in Coxsand-Wayne and connected townships already received seals mailed last Wednesday and Thursday, supporting the Erie County Health and Tuberculosis Association and its recent chest X-ray survey. Deer harvest totals reported include Perry McCray with 3 puts 100 pounds, Howard Clablate opt s 100 pounds, and William Mitches pts 10 pounds.
The French port of Havre reports the former German luxury liner Biberte anti Ii Le Hwyve har yer Lada broke from moorings at Prendlu Lite docks in a storm. It sank stern first after less than four minutes. Five flagships aboard were wrecked. Efforts to refloat the vessel continued with no injuries confirmed.
Retailers report a vibrant Saturday in Corry as the end of the faft front strike unlocks buying. Murphy's, Montgomery Ward, Lanster, and clothing stores show record or near record volumes. Delays in shipments due to the strike were eased, with shipments expected to arrive soon. Businesses anticipate no lasting employment impact and a quicker return to normal commerce.
District manager for the Pennsylvania Electric Company warns of dimout orders amid coal stock limits. Company aims to keep power for all customers, with upcoming reserve reductions and cooperation from customers noted.
A carbon monoxide leak from a furnace in Brackenridge Pennsylvania caused 31 children to be overcome during a university event. Police report at least 11 were hospitalized with at least some released later. emergency crews evacuated students to a local hospital for treatment as the scene was cleared.
Gregory, of Corry, pleaded guilty to leaving the scene of an accident after a hit-and-run on El Columbus avenue. He was arraigned before Alderwoman Cobbettale, held for court on $300 bond. Police had learned he was the hit-and-run driver after another car struck his vehicle and fled.
Prices moved higher in early trading on the New York Stock Exchange after a foil wake settlement. U.S. Steel and Bethlehem Steel led gains while General Motors rose nearly 250 dollars and Chrysler advanced over 3 dollars a share in the first 13 minutes. Eastman Kodak and Allied Chemical posted sizable increases as investors pushed for upward movement amid active trading blocks.
In Harrisburg Republican leaders moved quickly to set a brisk session start for January 7 with Rep Franklin Lichtenwalter of Lehigh named speaker and other officers chosen. Senate caucus set for December 16 with Harvey Taylor and Weldon Heyman up for leadership. In unrelated news, 11 year old Thomas G Hales of La Jose drowned after slipping into Thin Sheet Creek while his 10 year old brother Howard attempted a rescue. incident occurred in Clearfield County Saturday afternoon.
Gasoline fueled a deadly blaze at a Saskatoon hotel killing 11. Eyewitnesses say a gas can exploded after a cook grabbed it, sending flames racing through the Barcy Hotel and into the street. Firefighters battled the inferno as witnesses described a chaotic scene with multiple casualties and an urgent effort to control the blaze.
First effort to obtain a no strike agreement will be made with public utility workers. First conferences are being held today to pursue this objective and resolve labor tensions following Lewis' defeat.
Washington reports the administration pushes a strict no strike pledge in key industries to curb labor unrest after John L. Lewis coal dispute. Officials open peace talks with unions and management in utilities power light and transportation to avert work stoppages and protect the economy. The policy favors free collective bargaining while exploring broader agreements across steel and auto sectors.
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