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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1949
Page
1
Washington reports Truman refuses to intervene in the coal dispute fueling talk of a possible strike or lockout after January 1. John L. Lewis plans a limited mine operation while operators weigh contingencies. Rumors cite a 200-man UMW policy meeting in Cincinnati next week as tension rises.
A garbled despatch from Boston reports a case concerning a letters matter titled SUGAR PUSS. The piece mentions Stanley W. Fridwy and unnamed parties in a court context with references to an army role and overseas service. The report is distorted and hard to follow.
The city reports a 33 degree drop from yesterday's 61 degree high. The thermometer fell to 28 degrees in the pre dawn hours as unexpected warm winds reversed overnight. Snow is forecast for tomorrow with clear sun returning later.
Associated Press reports a likely clash over excise taxes in the upcoming Congress session. Bills to restore oleomargarine and trim levies on items such as telephone bills, tickets, jewelry, ears, and cosmetics are under Senate consideration with amendments pending. Key dairy state lawmakers oppose cuts, while the White House signals possible trims paired with offsetting revenue from other sources.
Police alerted for new flareups after a three day work week ordered by United Mine Workers sparked violence. In Wellsburg West Virginia superintendent F A Howe of the West Virginia Pittsburgh Coal Company was attacked by five men, suffering cuts and injuries. Warrants issued for five unidentified Pennsylvania men as West Virginia authorities report similar disturbances and threats to truck drivers. Treasury report lists budget receipts and expenditures with a large deficit.
A U S Air Force B-50 bomber crashed in a marsh along the Savannah River after taking off from Chatham AFB, killing 11 airmen onboard. Rescue teams faced flooding and gasoline hazards as they searched the wreckage, with boats guiding efforts and dawn the target for retrieval. The plane, a B-50 variant of the B-29, had been at Chatham for about 18 months.
In Philadelphia a 38-year-old mother Lillian Gilyard and her seven month old son Robert were jailed after a judge sentenced her to four months for alleged relief check misappropriation. After public protest and a fundraising effort, the infant and mother were released while the judge warned of possible further penalties if similar charges recur.
Retailers in the city report a fall in buying of about ten percent from last year. General merchandise stores show strength only in some areas while apparel and furniture sectors lag. One merchant notes pre-October purchases offset December totals, and several stores extended evening hours but failed to attract more customers. December receipts may still surpass 1948 overall due to an extra shopping day. Stores plan 9 pm openings but close early on Christmas Eve to allow staff time with families.
Harrisburg December 23 The commonwealth announced a long list of reforms for the Morganza Training School in Washington County. State welfare secretary William C Brown said conditions at the reformatory are deplorable and will oversee the reform program with Deputy Warden Charles C Day of Eastern Penitentiary. He cited mismanagement lack of discipline sanitary facilities high per capita costs and underutilized buildings as key failures uncovered after a surprise visit to the facility housing 195 boys and 155 girls for minor offenses.
Joseph Yarateh of West Main street was released under a 500 dollar peace bond after an incident involving alleged assault on his wife and children. The event occurred Wednesday afternoon with a paraphernalia father figure and Bethy accompanying the parties. Alder man M. Cobbert presided over the subsequent hearing.
Vatican dispatch reports Pope Pius XII urging global Christian unity against militant atheism in his annual Christmas address. He linked the upcoming Holy Year to a renewal of modern society, called for social justice, and urged both capitalist and communist systems to return to Christian liberty and rights. The pope emphasized worker dignity and warned against materialism without faith in God.
Corry School students purchased 487735 worth of savings bonds and stamps with Helen Spanter in charge. Washington, Concord, Junior High and Fairview details listed. Junior High and other schools contributed major shares.
Washington reports the government warns American ship captains they may lose licenses if they take their ships into Shanghai waters. Budapest dispatchs say Hungary arrested Israel Jacobson, an American Jewish welfare worker and director of the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee in Hungary, on charges of spying against the state after a week in custody following a leave in the United States.
Washington dispatch says President Truman will fly from Washington to Kansas City and drive to Independence for Christmas with daughter Margaret. He intends brief radio speech and to stay through the holidays, then return to Washington by December 28 to resume duties for the opening of Congress.
Edward E. Hawiing of Mottatrout Annotated Hits morning trial 4 spe cialust fine for the Washington Trail Council, Boy Bcouts of America, thas been established with Ue gatine Bank of Brie as trustees. The Council covers 1,826 square miles in Erie and Crawford counties and serves over 275,000 people. The trust fund invites upper bracket gifts deductible from income taxes. Trustees include Mr. Mawkin, George Schaefer, Charles Brugger, William Washa bavieh, Herbert Johnson Jr., William Williams, Paul Joslin, and D D. Kirkpatrick. Funds may support expansion, camp improvements, or donor designated purchases.
Capt Winifred Kerrick announced the Salvation Army toy distribution will open tomorrow from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for gifting to needy families. Toys will be given to parents of needy children. parents are asked not to bring the children to the pickup.
The Rex Theatre early this morning recovered two wallets and $41. Paul Chase of 215 York Street recovered $326 from his wallet, sent there last night. Ronald Winduh of 20 West Smith Street recovered $16 and his bills as they fell from his pocket in the home fight. An Italian airliner en route from Naples to Pekar was destroyed by fire at Dakar airport, with authorities reporting no other details.
Campaign tensions rise as farmers and consumers carry weight in the race for Congress. President Truman backs Brannan Plon, signaling a high-stakes fight over agricultural policy and legislative control in the coming year.
A fierce Farm bill debate dominates Congress as Taft and Wherry push Brannan plan into every speech. The plan seeks price supports and production subsidies to woo farmers and voters ahead of the 1950 elections, amid partisan battles over agricultural policy and reforms.
Seven individuals arrested for issuing worthless checks were released after paying restitution. Names include Raymond Miles Corry Hy Dy and John G Hines. One case involved three forged drafts tossed at a local gallery. Police reported fines and restitution as conditions of release.
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