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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1947
Page
1
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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