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.
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Congress
Truman
France
Austria
Italy
Airalion
Bernate
Chiang Kai Shei
Merl
Germany
Japan
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Associated Press
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Tames
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Wilmington
Del
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Mai
William Binder
Iraly
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Washington
Virginia Paulson
National Foundation For
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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.
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Naples
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Red
Rome
Associated Press
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Washington
Marshall
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Western
Europe
Russia
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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.
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Corry
United States
Corey
Anay
Federal Power Commission
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