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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1946
Page
1
Readable items mention a West ly vec and a Wright Home for 34500 with inquiries at a street location. The rest is garbled, listing odds and ends such as tools radios fur coats and stock notes with unclear dates or places.
Taft warns business and labor to avoid tie ups or recession in 1947. He calls for keeping prices down and labor refraining from unreasonable demands while criticizing Truman for not stressing shared responsibility.
Senator Taft calls for restrained pricing by business and no aggressive wage demands by labor to prevent a possible 1947 economic downturn. He says advisers should stress shared responsibility between labor and management and warns against government overreach while advocating a balanced policy.
Washington officials report a hush meeting among top coal industry leaders about resuming talks with union groups and government representatives. Several figures, including Lewis Minouzh, were said to be involved or visiting relatives, with officials split on whether a settlement is near.
The Corry Hospital Association directors discussed and revised by laws and requisi tions as operation shifts to County Memorial Hospital. Superintendent Dearing's report showed 49 births and 3 deaths for the month, 243 patients totaling 1324 patient days, 34 major and 36 minor surgeries, and an average daily census of four. Dearing announced plans to resign for a position in Ohio city and a new superintendent is being sought. Directors may hold a special session before the next regular meeting to review schedules offered by the Pennsylvania Electric Doctors. Attending were Hillstrom, Pain, Raind sala, Holden, Young, Morrison, Hawkins, Elston, and Suilth.
Erie youth Kawalsky reports mistaken identity led to a confrontation at the Thompson and Bihow plant on East Washington Street. A night watchman wielding an iron pipe allegedly forced entry, punched Kawalsky, then detained him until police arrived after a doorway incident.
A spectacular blaze at the Union Grain Elevator in Minneapolis destroyed the facility holding 3,000,000 bushels. Flames soared over 150 feet and were visible for miles, with nearby stations aiding, while investigators pursued a likely overheated grain origin.
A capacity crowd filled Mart y s Star Casino in Cory for its opening night last evening. The club featured a floor show and music by Blip Bilath s orchestra. Owner Al Maghiarditi and manager Egu Gritelle led the event, with reservations in high demand and the establishment praised as one of the district s finest entertainment spots. Separately, New York police reported a second mint War held as part of a gambling probe into a game between Chicago shisngo Beas and the New York Hants, with Jirome Zarowic? identified in the case.
Wm. T. Nichols remains in critical condition after a recent crash. Reports indicate chest injuries with uncertain prognosis as of today. Corey Hospital staff note some past improvement but current outlook is grave and unstable.
An Ajax Iron Works union meeting discussed negotiating a new contract as the current agreement nears expiry. District agent John Jackson aided the session, with members formalizing demands including a closed shop at the Alay Lodge plant. A second meeting is planned for future union members.
Erie County Health and Tuberculosis Association reports 4 605 of 7 059 residents in Corry and nearby areas joined the free chest X ray campaign to combat tuberculosis. A mobile unit will operate Saturday evening in center streets as more cards go out to non participants urging them to take the test before the campaign ends in January.
An event plans to scatter Runyon's ashes in Times Square. A group leads the ceremony with a snocuen of New York figures and writers, seeking a public display tied to memorial traditions and wartime era reverence.
The VEW plans a comprehensive insurance program funded by member premiums, allocating 125000 building funds and 25000 maintenance reserves. Election of officers including Jani Sullivan president and Rebel Morton secretary set the groundwork, with a rapid buildup of the insurance fund to aid long-term members, provide survivor benefits, and offer income during unemployment or after age 65.
Governor announces life sentence for Phin after state board recommendation. Court records show first degree murder conviction in the fatal shooting of a victim at the crime scene.
The Steelworkers union plans to file strike notices at least 20 days before contracts expire under the Smith-Connally act. Leader John W. Dolley and others cited wages, holidays, weekly pay, and Saturday shifts as demands. They warned a February 15 deadline could trigger a strike if no agreement is reached, stating the aim is to avoid strikes while protecting the union.
Police investigate an incident at Athens Motor Site where a Corry youth with a pistol brandished the weapon during a verbal dispute at a garage on West Smith Street. The youth, recently discharged from the armed forces, allegedly held others at bay for five minutes but no shots were fired.
State Police report a westbound automobile on Route 6 skidded, leaving the highway and causing extensive damage to the vehicle. Investigators noted possible rear-end impact but details remain unclear as officers continue inquiry at the Corry barracks.
London reports Winston Churchill denounces the Labour government as tyrannical and announces a clash over next month’s parliamentary vote on rail seizure. Attlee’s party moves to nationalize Britain’s 20,000 mile rail system, extending supervision and price guarantees amid a broader social and industrial reform program.
Bulletin from Lake Access reports Viguslivia opposing a U S backed United Nations inquiry into border conditions and reasserting a demand for a study of the situation inside Greece itself.
Pennsylvania Department of Highways will have 147000.07 dollars for new construction this year, secretary Ray Smock said. Existing funds can be used for contracts already in for projects totaling 539000000 from federal, state, and other sources. Five major improvements include wind, beltline construction, and property acquisitions with multi-million dollar allocations, though exact figures are unclear due to garbled text.
Smock spoke on the need to justify government spending as economic conditions improve. He noted the bridge and related projects face funding gaps, with expectations of statewide receipts and federal aid shaping the financing.
Senator Bilbo testifies at war contracts investigation declaring he never sought gifts or funds beyond debts and a few personal items. He reads a lengthy prepared statement as foes press for questions while former secretary Terry is dismissed for refusing to discuss funds.
Drilling continues at Carter Hill Ewer farm owned by B. J. Follett as 1500 foot depth is reached. About 4000 feet of seven inch casing has been laid and winter weather has not slowed progress.
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