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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1946
Page
1
An OCR fragment shows mixed listings for electrical items, equipment, and addresses. Readable items include references to electrical components, motors, and street addresses, but most specifics are unclear. The fragment mentions items like 68 p.m and 35-459, with partial names such as Bates Columbus and Iota Air Force.
Paris reports France's new government forms today as the Fourth Republic takes effect while a dangerous financial crisis and ongoing Viet Nam independence war threaten the empire. Interim President Blum orders Leclerc to Saigon as Hanoi battles intensify with French forces.
McKeesport Pa police kept watch overnight at Mayor Visgar Charles A Kinnaid s home after anonymous threats that the mayor would be bumped out. Three threatening letters were found and handed to authorities for investigation as officials suspect a link to anti vice drive criticisms.
The Associated Press reports that about 800 000 Nazis in the American occupation zone were granted amnesty days before Christmas by General Joseph T. McNarney. The policy excludes major offenders and those with incomes above thresholds, while people not major offenders and those heavily disabled may also be exempt from prosecution under Allied demobilization rules.
Kyodo reports the government will allocate 1.0 billion yen for relief and rehabilitation in the disaster zones. Governors of 19 hardest prefectures meet to discuss measures with home welfare commerce and industry agriculture and communication ministers. Casualty figures revised downward slightly to 2312 total.
Deputies investigated the disappearance of Miss Barratt, an English girl who arrived in New York after plans to marry Howard Babcock faltered. She was later found in Cory Union City area, staying at the Hitchford Hotel while authorities checked details and arranged bail funds.
A high administration source says Governor Martin will resign before January 3 and take a Senate seat along with new senators. Planning a Friday 4 PM announcement, aides expect him to leave Commonwealth duties and relocate to Washington, D.C. The move would place Wynnewood native Bell as governor and leave the lieutenant governor to preside in the State Senate.
Rio de Janeiro dispatch reports 20 killed and one injured when an Argentine Fama Line passenger aircraft crashed en route to Buenos Aires. Only survivor is Claudio Mendonca Bios, 27, a Peruvian air force technician. Authorities cite unusual mist and pilot navigation factors.
The Cory Post Office and Railway Express announce the rush is over and all Garetts destined for delivery here will be handled this afternoon. Tomorrow the post office will be closed but regular delivery resumes and parcel post will ensure all Christmas packages reach their destinations. The Railway Express agency plans to deliver on Christmas Day with normal service throughout the day. Local residents who dispatched much of their mail weeks ago helped ease the rush, leaving limited aid needed for this afternoon’s deliveries.
Washington reports two Ohio Republicans Senator Robert Taft and Senator elect John Bricker plan a joint session to decide which will seek party support for the Republican nomination. Bricker may emerge as vice presidential contender while Taft seeks front runner status at the national convention. Sources say Dewey's strength in New York could influence Ohio delegates.
A twin engined passenger plane with seven aboard vanished during a flight across the St Lawrence River. A large search by authorities and ships continued with no results, as weather and engine trouble were reported by witnesses near Godbout and Pointe Le Croix.
Fragmentary bulletin notes Georgia governor Arguably resigning while lieutenant governor awaits swearing in amid court fights. Other items include Ohio bank suits and corporate payments tied to Cleveland and Akron firms. Treasury expenditures and estimates appear in federal postings.
Local merchants across Corry report brisk holiday sales across departments. Clothing and women's wear show strong demand while furniture and electrical goods rebound as suppliers restock, with shoppers seeking value and durable items amid price changes.
Corry's Industrial plants and retail businesses will suspend operations tomorrow so employees can spend Christmas with families. Major plants will cease tonight and reopen Thursday. retail stores close at 5:00 p m today and reopen at 9:00 a m Thursday. Confectionery and restaurants also close early to allow holiday shopping.
Three operators of the Winecot Hotel in Atlanta face indictments after a December 7 blaze killed 129, with prosecutors naming A. F. Getler and others. The case cites arson and complicity as the charges, tied to a long defense proceeding and hotel ownership disputes.
Fire Chief urges careful use of Christmas trees and smoking near evergreens to prevent fires. He warns dried trees can ignite quickly and calls for checking wiring and avoiding dangerous decorations. Community appeals aim to reduce holiday fire casualties nationwide.
Wilkes Barre police report a jury found a pharmacist's misreading of citrate in a doctor's prescription contributed to the death of Pamela Upton, three months old, after she took a drug filled at Robert Wilson's drug store. The pharmacist testified he mistook the word citrate for illicit term as he assisted the prescription. The infant died December 15 at Wilkes-Barre General Hospital. District Attorney Leon Stilwitz said he would study the verdict further before taking any action.
Report from Baltimore dated December 24 notes the birth of three boys and a girl to Mrs Dorahy Heri at St Agnes Hospital. Doctors say the quadruplets remain in incubators with glucose feedings as parents name the children Thomann Bruce Dana Joan Mary. The family's press reflects local interest in multiple birth outcomes.
Senator Stewart of Tennessee called for a full inquiry into a Russian verbal ultimatum that forced an American naval ship to depart Dairen. He said the nation has been too soft and noted foreign officials issued the demand via Tuiesian authorities, prompting a swift withdrawal from the Minehurian port.
A Sydney based report cites Soviet intent to retain control of Dairen after a Sino Soviet peace treaty. The piece notes technical treaty definitions and wartime status with Japan, plus varies reactions from U S officials and Senators.
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