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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1949
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR reads about a horse event or roster with names such as ayille and aving, mentioning 20 horses and a dial or contact reference. Details are unclear but imply a racing or entry listing and scheduling.
The House un American activities committee urged further probes into wartime atomic shipments to the Soviet Union. It cites 1000 pounds of uranium compounds and 1000 grams of heavy water received in 1943 and 1949, plus a Canadian firm head possibly questioned. Defense officials declined comment.
Babson Park Mass December 10 A speech by Roghe W Babson urges a national religious revival to curb materialism and unite communities. He calls for grassroots church engagement stronger attendance and financial support and for religion to guide culture and policy. He cites the Trinity Lutheran Church Butler Pa example as a model of growth from a small congregation.
Erie and Pennsylvania lines faced delays from a derailed freight near Center Street causing three crossings to be blocked for about thirty minutes. Westbound No.1 passenger ran late while No. B1 of the PRR arrived an hour late after trouble near Spring Creek. A broken wheel derailed a westbound freight near Garland, delaying traffic for six hours before repair crews reset the cars.
The Navy seeks to lease two 280 passenger air transport planes for commercial operation. If those jets fail to meet requirements, the service may consider other options to permit use of the aircraft.
John K. Lewis of the United Mine Workers said negotiators are pressing for more coal contracts and expect announcements next week. He cited 9,162,900 tons/year already signed on operators' terms with a 95-cent daily wage boost and an 86-cent tonnage welfare fund increase.
The Corry post office will stay open Saturdays to 6 p m and lobby windows until 9 p m on weeknights through December 23 to handle holiday packages. Stamp and parcel post windows stay open to 5 p m with extra staff rising to about 12 as the mailing rush peaks just before Christmas.
State Police reported a massive hunters’ movement through Corry between 2 and 7 am as hundreds of vehicles drove east into deer country. About 82 cars lined West Smith street at dawn while nearby restaurants rushed to prepare breakfasts. no accidents were reported to noon.
Corry Hospital operates in the red as patient load drops from a peak of 1m overloads to only about 31 patients. Officials cite fixed costs continuing despite fewer admissions as hospitals statewide report similar declines, with seasonal postponements due to Christmas and New Year celebrations.
Velma Meade of Hutchinson Kansas born Mark Elizabeth Calishaw in Corry October 23 1896 seeks her three brothers still possibly living in the area. Adopted after family split up in 1900 moved to Howard Kansas she hopes church records or local elders can help locate them contact Corry police who will relay information.
Pierrot a Brittany spaniel owned by L. B. Clough of Spring Creek won top honors in the best of breed class at the Cleveland dog show sponsored by the Western Reserve Kennel Club. The dog or its handlers have earned acclaim in eastern shows, with Avon Ohio’s Avono Rath noted as a four year old bitch leased to Mr Clough.
State Police report three cars damaged in a Wattsburg accident last night with no injuries. Drivers Charles E. Smith and Kempa reportedly met head on on a highway, pushing one car into a parked vehicle. damage estimated in the hundreds of dollars.
Red Cross disaster team outlines a hospital evacuation plan with police cordons, staged patient moves from wards to fire escapes, avoidance of elevators, and routes via stairways to a basement evacuation center at the Episcopal Church.
Washington reports that Brazilian coffee reserves are nearly exhausted and poor growing conditions threaten a bumper crop next year. Robert B. Elwood, U S embassy official, said Brazil may not regain former production levels, signaling prolonged high prices for American housewives. He testified before a Senate agriculture subcommittee investigating price spikes.
The United Nations Assembly backed international control over Jerusalem despite open threats from Arab and Jewish forces. Israel and Hashemite Jordan control parts of the city under armistice lines and warn of bloodshed, while the vote splits major powers and regional blocs.
The Fins Method ist Church will start its Christmas music series next Monday led by Rev. James McIntosh. Chimes remain daily with added choral selections and vibra harp carol accompaniment. Noon program stays eight minutes, 7 pm schedule extends to 30 minutes, with changes possible on request to fit community needs.
At the 28th annual convention of the Pennsylvania State Association of Health and Physical Education and Recreation the division over overtime pay for scholastic coaches was aired. Dr Elmer B Cottrell outlined Philadelphia paying coaches a portion beyond salary while Pittsburgh oppose the practice. Other topics included financing athletic facilities managing injuries and official oversight.
Sydney report says in a general election the Liberal country party coalition gains 64 of 141 seats while Labor wins about 50 seats. Several races still undecided with seven seats in doubt as results tighten across states.
Jamestown officials plan a sawdust and valerim mixture test on icy streets to supplement cinders. The sawdust plan aims to ease hillside street conditions as Corry stockpiles cinders and relies on daily output from the municipal light plant. A test run was promised after a phone discussion with Mr. Smith confirming the plan.
Tokyo December 10 A two year old Army private is being held for questioning in the fatal knifing of Pfc. Clutles. Everson Was identified as the suspect following a quarrel with a fellow soldier. No formal charges have been filed against Chadd Everson.
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