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Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Dec 18, 1947

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Senate study opens on restoring House foreign aid cuts

Washington dispatch reports the administration pressing the Senate to restore House cuts in foreign aid. Negotiations with Britain over Germany occupation costs and a new aid package for China are outlined, with a nine week plan to advance to Capitol Hill for study before the Christmas recess.

Associated Press Washington Senate House France Iuly Austria Ehatkeney Enatsebrand Clayman Bridges R-Nh Brovadl Tnt Alegros US State Department China U. S Briain Germany United Sates Britain Capital Hill Tomor Congress

Exploding Oil Line Burns Three Children in Pa Home

A leaking oil line explosion in a residence near Bradford, Pennsylvania, burned three children Marjorie, Diane, and Patricia aged 1, 5, and 1 month. Their mother Enid M. Ehlers and father escaped unharmed as the home and room caught fire. The children were treated at Bowellford Hospital in good condition.

Ayo Bradford Marjorlethier Diane Patricia Montty Ware Bowelford -Ospital Enel M. Ehlers Mas. Ehlers

Ex convict sought in slaying case in Toledo

Authorities hunted an ex convict in a Toledo case involving the slaying of an expectant mother and her parents. The incident left a baby dead and a suspect reportedly wounded, with names including Mrs Ostinski and the Dilmyer family in a complex chain of events and a police inquiry intensifying.

Associated Press Toledo Laurette Osiiski James Taymond Ditmyer Paul Hohly Ralph Murphy Osthilst Murphy Osinstel Dilmyer Dilmyer Home Wart Bailey Dilmyens Osiiski Lome Amy Sista Jerome Dilmyer Miley Nebbors Pepoy Ted Gail Osinski Mrs. Osinski Dilinger Osinsii Win Bae

Robbery Foiled by Burst of Bullets in Abington Township

A Philadelphia report details a failed safecracking attempt in Abington Township. One suspect, 25-year-old Macffir Biden, was captured after a hail of bullets. A second man fled into nearby woods as police recovered keys and tools from a car near Waller Motors. In Limestone, N Y, a 26 month old boy, Keith Leroy Holt, died in a house fire despite his mother's efforts to rescue him.

Wey Associated Press Philadelphia Palloe Albin Streeper Abington Pollen Ato Streeper Waller’ Motors Tw Amd Keith Leroy Holt Wade Holt

Icy road crashes cause two city auto mishaps

Five cars damaged in two separate accidents on icy streets. LeRoy Dickinson swerved on East Columbus Avenue while making a left turn and avoided a collision. Earl Messinger’s car struck Viccardi’s vehicle, totaling about 200 dollars in damage.

Columbus Avenue LeRoy Dickinson Wayne Street Earl Messinger Dickingen Joseph Ficcard Columbus Messinger Viccardt Park of Messimsecy Dickinson Jo Bacon James Musilel DelaWare Street Bacon

Ship Is Breaking Up in Heavy Seas

Honolulu December 18 The 7176 ton freighter Simon Benson Wo broke up in heavy mid Pacific seas with rice aboard. Four vessels sped to aid the stricken ship as crew of about 45 pelted cargo and the skipper asked to minimize buffeting by heading into the waves. The Liberty ship Comfort hospital ship and other craft raced to assist about 1400 miles north northwest of Honolulu.

Honolulu Simon Benson Ner Ald Benson Hhe Comfort Troquats Tekesta Henry Austin Yokohama Santa Francisen

Arabs Fight to Finish After Jerusalem Partition

Arabs surrounding Jaffa Gate killed a 30 year old Jew who attempted to slip into the Arab quarter as tensions rose after the United Nations partition plan. Cairo meeting leaders warned of war and vowed to fight the partition with support from Egypt Iraq Lebanon Saudi Arabia Syria Transjordan and Yemen. Nuri al Said urged Western allies to back partition while accusing the United States of pressuring Latin American states.

Jerusalem Jaffa Police Jyyy Stuphesy Holy Land Iil Middle East Palestine Cairo Egypt Iraq Lebanon Saudi Arabia Syria Yemen Nuri el Said Pasha Trig United Natons Russia United States Lel

VFW Building Association elects three directors at annual meeting

Large turnout of about 150 members voted to elect Walter Scott Charles B. Kenning and Sam Baress to the board. Scott was the sole incumbent reelected as retiring directors Raymond McCoy and Ted Weeks left the board amid internal policy disputes.

Y. F. W. Building Association Ars Foreign Wars Boat VT W. Building Association Walter Scott Charles B. Kenning Sam Baress Scott Raymond McCoy Ted Weeks Post Xind He &Mege

Senator Anderson Faces Senate Probe Over Grain Insider Claims

Republican Senator Anderson appears before the Senate in a probe into alleged commodity gambling by insiders. The inquiry seeks to uncover proof and identify officials involved, amid legal questions about subpoena power and data access.

Anderson Senate

Former Corry Man Promoted in Ajax Works

Saline resident Ernest Truss promoted to manager of operations at the Joy Mig Ge works after 20 years in Corry and roles in Franklin and other capitals. He previously served at Ajax Tron Works and Willan ervhieerine and Poundiy Go facilities.

George Butters Joy Mig, Co Franklin Ernest Tross Corry Ernest Truss Willdnabng Ajax Tron Willan Ana Poundiy Thauinan Gevers Isal Butters Haniet

Jet bomber tests push near world’s fastest claim

Report from Moses Takn in Washington notes a Boeing jet bomber with six engines set for tests, described as potentially the fastest plane yet, capable of a ton bomb load and rapid return from mission. Pilot Hobert Robbins and Co Pilot Seat Osler describe maiden flights as throttle down with top speeds around 280 miles per hour.

Pers Moses Takn Holf Robins Osler

Corry Hospital Report Highlights November Activity

The Corry Hospital directors review November activity with 53 surgeries and 46 minor procedures. They approve building fund audits and discuss improvements including x ray equipment and ward enhancements. The visiting committee notes good repair and thanks contributors for a $500 gift.

Feruk Moss Dea Iusséllulion Wis Corryenturia Hospital Icity Dmerits Elston Hawkins Hillstram Holder Morelsom Smith and Noung

Erie RR Workers Vote On Strike

Engineers and firemen of the Erie Railroad vote on strike amid stalled negotiations. About 2 000 employees participated with about half casting ballots. They seek raises and benefits, including longer vacation life and extra pay for Sunday and holiday work. The vote outcome was expected today.

Erie RR Margesor AghLab Hornell Brotherhood of Laccum

Princess Elizabeth and Philip Granted 700000 Pounds

The House of Commons approved a 50 000 pound yearly allowance for Princess Elizabeth and Prince Philip with support from Prime Minister Attlee. The couple will be taxed on portions of their annuities while details remain pending an official announcement. A mine strike in Cononbsburg PA spreads with sympathy walkouts affecting 2 225 miners.

Ansonio Esme London House of Commole Princess Elizabeth Prince Philip Attlee Chaniellor Stafford Crippe Fridabeth Pill Prys Cononsburg Pittsburon Exo Co

New Tax Bill Introduced By Rep Knutson

Washington December 18 a 600 million income tax bill would strike 7 million low income and elderly persons from the tax rolls while offering targeted reductions for higher earners retroactive to January 4 Knutson said the measure would be the first major business of Congress when it reconvenes in January It would slash revenues by about 1 6 billion compared with earlier proposals and include an expanded personal exemption to 600 a year and a community property split for couples to file jointly

Associated Press Washington Knutson R-Minni Ways and Meats Committee Congress Preddenk Truman Will Velony Eurler Treasury Mike Minor

Senate Passes Bill To Return Controls On Credit Buying

The Senate rejected a Democratic bid for mandatory presidential authority to require industry to ration scarce commodities. The 47 to 22 vote backed Taft’s opposition and a plan to let voluntary agreements among businesses curb price rises. The action splits Senate Democrats and could affect House action before adjournment.

Senate Associated Pres Washington Truman Barkley Taft Onio Wich Bukley Tru Mmail Imwe Tutt F-C Tait House Wold Westore Wolcott House Banking Committee

Fire destroys downtown building in Pittsburgh siege

Four firemen were injured as flames ripped through a downtown Pittsburgh building on Smith Hall street near Gimble department store. Damages were estimated at over 25 000 dollars. Three firefighters sustained injuries from debris while others were hurt by heat and falling beams. One worker suffered a broken leg and another a hand injury. Fire crews battled the blaze for hours.

Pittsburgh William B. Davis Smith Hialt Street Davis Raymond Mistelsie Jeff Chemas Quigley Fred i Battudum James Cossett

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