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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Dec 20, 1947

Page

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Stop Gap Relief Falls Short of Truman Request

Congress ends a 33 day session by passing a 522 million dollar relief package for France Austria and Italy plus a Republican bill on voluntary business cost of living measures The stopgap aid is 75 million below the administration request to fund food fuel and fertilizer for European rations amid inflation and wartime costs The measure also transfers funds for American occupation and relief in Germany Japan and Korea and covers wheat and other staples policy arguments revolved around crop year planning and price controls as the session closes.

Associated Droge Washington Congress Truman France Austria Italy Airalion Bernate Chiang Kai Shei Merl Germany Japan House Senate United States Taber House Appropriations Committee Mothe Benue

Babson hints for budding business men broadcast from Babson Park

The article outlines guidance for young entrants into business, stressing capital needs, sales experience, and gradual buildup of a sales force. It highlights the value of savings, education, and practical steps like starting with a useful product and expanding from home to a small operation. It notes the role of two high school levels plus business college and hints at a central U S institution in Bates/Kansas for young entrepreneurs.

Hoger W. Abson Babson Park Mass Wilines Déstelburion Bf Archon Fox Young Beluwey Young Dereon Witer

Appeal for Blankets for Needy Families Before Christmas

Bovey Theron Obits of the local Salvation Army appeals for blankets and bed clothing for three families in shelter with inadequate bedding and heat. Residents are asked to contact Envoy Obite to arrange delivery. In Washington, Sen Martin has accepted a Lincoln Day speech in Independence on February 12, with Rep. Meyer announcing. Art Walker will preside and introduce Sen Martin.

Bovey Theron Tocal Salvation Army Thore Martin Washington Senator Martin Rpa Kansas Triad Independence Herbert Meyer H-Kas Meyer Art Walker Arkansas City

Area Shriners Gift Hospital Support Victory Dinner

Members of the Wury Ontygly Shrine Club voted at a Corry Hotel dinner to give two radios a Bendix washer and $60 for streptomyen to Zem Zem Shrine Hospital for Crippled Children in Erie. The gifts bought from Prong Furniture Store will be delivered to the institution before Christmas.

wury-Ontygly Shrine Club Corry Hotel Zem Zem Shrine Hospital Erie

Coldest Night Yet as Corry Drops to Five Above

Nippy temperatures swept Corry last night and early today with the thermometer at five degrees above zero, the coldest night this year. Early yesterday afternoon a brief warm spell sent the day’s high to 26 degrees before the chill returned.

Corry

Europe Aid Plan Faces Rough Going In Congress

The Associated Press reports heavy opposition from both parties as Taft proposes limiting European aid pledges to one year. Debates hinge on annual reviews, food sur pluses, and whether to approve the full four year Marshall plan. Some see a possible one year start with Hatch signaling support if aid proceeds.

Associated Press Washington Janlhey

Truman Anticipates Signing Price Curbs Bill

Reports from Washington predict President Truman will sign a price curbs bill. The plan would extend export control powers, continue wartime authority to allocate transport facilities, and restore ability to restrict grain use for liquor. The GOP stance on wage controls and standby powers remains under debate as Senate action looms.

Associated Press Washington Truman GOP

Fire Raging in Maryland Town Wipes Out Elkton Block

Flames destroyed three main street buildings in Elkton Maryland including two hotels as volunteers from neighboring towns battled the blaze. Four firemen were injured while guests were evacuated from Ritz Hotel and nearby structures. The blaze started in a basement of a two story shoe store and spread to multiple buildings including a theater and restaurant. The fire drew reinforcements from several towns and prompted additional calls for aid as investigators mulled the cause.

Elkton Associated Press Blkton Tames Maryland Wilmington Del Aberdeen Mai William Binder Iraly Parently Binder Hfe Ritz Chesapeake City Perryville Port Deposit Newark New Central Hotel

Fire hazard warnings and a looming strike loom large

Christmas tree safety reminders urge immediate care from homeowners with advice to avoid candles check wiring and dispose of old trees properly. Separately a 90 000 member strike against Western Tire Go threatens disruption as union leaders warn of an imminent walkout unless demands are met.

Wii Itileel Co Miele Andy Pguleair Amentees Paulson Aioe Becowie Washington APL Adolph Brangs Weston Owl Sliviklon ADL Comimerchil ‘Telemphes Tuld Weiter Lye Uthee Sirle Pron Arid Cyeus A Ching Divertor Féderal Mediatinn

Christmas Seal Sales Reach $1,838 in WW Area

In Corry, Concord and Wayne townships Christmas seal sales neared two thirds of the campus goal with $1,038 in seals purchased, led by Eva Kepler. Last year residents contributed over $3,100 to tuberculosis work. this year officials expect to exceed that total and will send a reminder letter after the first of the year to wind up solicitation.

Corry Maid Concord Wayne Townships Eva Kepler

First Baby Gift Display At Patterson Photo Products

In a New Year tradition the Avenue merchants display gifts for the first baby born at Conway Hospital. The first registered infant after midnight on December 31 is to receive ten beautiful items from participating stores, with full outfits and cash prizes announced by First Avenue merchants.

Cony Hospital Patterson Avenue

Corry Driver Wins Appeal Over Traffic Conviction

Erie judge overturns conviction of Valletti for failing to yield right of way in a motor collision. Case sent back with discharge and costs charged to the party. Prosecutor William Mattinley led the investigation. witness Talji A. Nordin described vehicle damage from the crash at the Belo river intersection.

Erie George C. Valletti West Pleasant Sureeo Tyrie Aldern Here Valletti Erie Macistrale William P. Mattinley Raiss Erie Police Department Talji A. Nordin Brie Yalleth Mwenine Vailetti Senuiitr

Power blackout hits Corry area after extreme cold

Officials say last night's frigid conditions caused a power failure that darkened Corry and surrounding areas for several hours. Crews switched to the Warren district by 3 a.m. with repairs on the 83,000 volt line completed later in the morning.

Corry Cory Uae Ely Dil Povielee Penetet Here Union City Warren Sul Station Elgin Savor Bonllys

City Council to Hold Special Session on Salary Ordinance

The city council will convene Monday at 790 PF to review the 1840 salary ordinance boosting pay for police, street workers, and other staff. Miss Trene Mullen requests treasurer aid for delinquent tax distraints. hours needed to handle collections will be discussed. A second note reports 81 year old Finward Frum pleading guilty to a quick preliminary hearing for a hatchet assault robbery in Baltimore.

Trene Mullen Treaurer's Mullen Baltimore Finward Andrey Frum Kensington

Progress Of Corry Paralysis Victim Recorded In Hospital

Mrs. Virginia Paulson, paralyzed by infantile paralysis for six years, reports slow but steady gains from Hills View Sanatorium in Washington, Pennsylvania. From her bed she notes able to sit in the tub unaided, use the call bell, and operate a radio, with exercises causing soreness but building muscle strength. She credits the National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis and cites inspiration from Marjorie Lawrence performing Electra in Chicago. Family and friends remain hopeful for eventual discharge if progress continues, requests for Christmas cards should be sent to Hills View Sanatorium, Washington, Pa.

Hills View Washington Virginia Paulson National Foundation For Wekuneni Pase Angue Marjorie Tarwrence Marjorie Lawrence Chicago Strauss Electra Paulson Corry Hillsview Santtorilum Wastington

Italy Strikes Across Nation Stir Tense Naples Unrest

Rome reports a nationwide food strike sparks violence as Naples police clash with unemployed crowds over Christmas dole distributions. Pope Pius XII warns in a Holy Week encyclical against hatred while labor talks continue under Premier De Gasperi. Government seeks end to five week leftist cabinet unrest with a confidence vote looming.

Dole Naples Assembly Red Rome Associated Press Ehristitias Pius II Ras Alcide de Gasperi Italy Brance Ainlon Amintore Fanfari Didor~ders Conshituent Assembly Mn Bone Communist Party Resione Constituenth Assembly Plas

Man Admits Shooting Man and Dumping Body in River

District Attorney W S Sharpless said indictments will be filed against Alex Agoston for the fatal shooting of Rus Sell Ballet, a 36 year old widower and car lot worker, and dumping his body in the Susquehanna River. Agoston, held without charge, allegedly planned to rob Ballet after withdrawing 1625 earlier. he reportedly told police he wanted to be a big shot and did not care how many were killed. Air and dive crews searched the Susquehanna along eastern Pennsylvania while Ballet’s relatives awaited justice.

Usucriter Berwick W. S Sharpsless Alex Agoston Agoston Rus Atv Kay Gures Susquehanna Pennsylvania Bailleé Gures

Pittsburgh approves city pay raises for 570 workers

In Pittsburgh on December 20 Mayor David L. Lawrence recommended raises and the city council’s finance committee approved proportional pay increases for the city’s 570 employees, reflecting a planned salary reform.

Fittsburgh David L. Lawrence

Marshall proposes Western Europe aid plan for lasting peace

Secretary of State Marshall outlined America's task to aid Western Europe toward a high level of economic recovery, linking it to a lasting peace with Russia. He cited the $417,000,000,000 aid plan bearing his name and warned that failure to unify German and Austrian peace terms would keep postwar talks muddled. He criticized Molotov's stance and noted Western powers face continued public confusion over conflicting statements.

Associated Press Washington Marshall America Western Europe Russia London Rua Hig State Department Truman Congress Mototov Britain France United States Germany

Electrical Rates Over Average in Curry City

A Federal Power Commission survey shows Curry residents face higher electricity bills than national and regional averages. For 25 kilowatt hours monthly, Curry bills are $1.80 versus $1.29 national. 100 kilowatt hours cost $4.15 in Curry compared with $3.76 nationally. 250 kilowatt hours total $7.85 in Curry versus $8.99 elsewhere. The report notes a long term downward trend in electric rates over twelve years, except for fuel clause effects in industrial service.

Curry Corry United States Corey Anay Federal Power Commission Industria

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