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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1947
Page
1
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Fragmentary OCR text mentions waning conditions and a reference to weather or events from an earlier report. Names, dates, and clear details are missing, leaving only partial phrases to guide a cautious summary of a diminishing or changing scene.
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The government top economist projects the next 12 months may bring record production and a possible easing of rising prices if crop conditions hold. Weather and exports will influence inflation, with federal controls favoring voluntary agreements to curb shortages. Factory output in 1947 hit new highs, aided by large employment and production of durable goods.
Washington lawmakers launch inquiry into disability pay for Army and Navy retirees. Questionnaires seek retirement grades and service records to determine eligibility and potential overpayments amid allegations of inequities in disability compensation and wage limits.
Associated Press reports 19 deaths across Indiana and Fayette counties with 19 fatalities in state from holiday mishaps. A 42 year old Spring City man died after a Christmas bicycle accident. Two Indiana county highway deaths followed a collision involving a motorist. A Pittsburgh resident perished from trolley injuries. In Fayette county five deaths occurred including a Brookville woman killed returning from mass. Her daughter and two others were injured in crashes. A Beownay Farm man and a Paint Township fireman also died in separate incidents.
Washington officials released statements indicating most life insurance companies will not pay federal taxes on this year’s income. Treasury clarified a formula allows deductions to maintain policyholder reserves, effectively removing taxability for the industry this year. Snyder urged Congress to act immediately to prevent a recurrence of this situation.
Associated Press reports Greek forces clash with Communist guerrillas along the northern border as Albania-linked units strike near Konitsa. Greek authorities list over 100 dead or wounded since the proclaimed Communist state, with reinforcements rushed and War Minister Stratos briefed on the frontline.
A passenger train bound from Miami to Jacksonville derailed after colliding with a freight train just north of 18th street. Five crew members and eleven passengers, all Black, were injured. 14 cars were damaged or derailed, while the locomotive continued south with steam reported for hours. Engineer J. R. Ashworth, 85, was hurt but remained conscious.
With district attorney permission, charges were dropped against Jack Poulton of Corry after restitution of 17256 to eight victims who received bogus drafts. Poulson had pleaded guilty to the bad check count after returning from Cleveland where he was arrested. Other unpaid obligations noted include assets totaling several thousand dollars and full restitution arranged. treasury report shows December receipts of 192,340,196.82 and total debt of 256,741,596,877.
A holiday period saw a heavy toll with at least 273 deaths reported nationwide. The craft of listing venues shows a ski of incidents across cities including Gardinerhill and Predterihlues, with the majority linked to celebratory crowds and alcohol fueled disturbances. Police report dozens of incidents in Texas and Maryland, including a dance hall tragedy near Orange Texas and multiple fatalities in other states. Prices for travel and public services were disrupted as authorities investigated the spate of violence.
Dr Josen Gallahn a Sheltie doctor was admitted in serious condition after a collision near Waterfold on Wednesday. He and his wife Donally were en route from Evia to Sheffield when they failed to turn at a junction and crashed. The driver skidded and the car overturned. Gallahn was extracted and taken to Hyj moh Hospital in Erie Iron City for treatment. He sustained head injuries and possible pelvis fracture with surgery anticipated.
The Speer Siamese twins, both boys joined at the tops of their heads, died on Christmas Day 27 days after birth. Born November 29 in Bedford by Caesarean section, they were taken to Indiana University Medical Center. Doctors examined prospects for separation but agreed a shared brain and skull made an operation impossible.
President Truman plans to await the outcome of the Republican national convention before naming his own vice presidential candidate. Reports detail potential cabinet figures and political maneuvering as the Democratic Party contemplates its ticket and timing ahead of the 1948 campaign.
A light show of snow early today grew into a statewide snowfall, four inches blanketing parts of Pennsylvania and the metro New York area. Snow removal squads mobilized as trains and motor traffic moved slowly along the Northeast corridor. Temperatures dipped to 28 degrees with upstate New York and Albany feeling sharp cold as yesterday’s Christmastime low reached twelve below in parts of the region.
Jerusalem reports ongoing fighting between Jewish militants and Arab forces. Fatalities include seven more dead and several wounded across Haifa Tel Aviv Acre and surrounding areas. The violence follows the UN partition decision and sees both sides suffer civilian casualties as police and troops battle across rooftops and streets.
Washington reports the president will likely sign the Gnti Inflation bill next week after meetings with aides. An adequate statement of views is expected, with emphasis on timely action and potential criticisms of the bill's adequacy.
A rear end collision on Route 6N involved a Rodgers car driven by Joseph Rodgers 48 and a second vehicle with Fay(ed) Harman 39 and Bainboro residents. Each vehicle sustained about 500 dollars in damage. The Rodgers party received minor injuries treated at the scene by Waterford officials. Pope Pius telegrams flood in as Vatican sources note congrats on the Christmas broadcast and comments on perceived insincerity among matrons in a Baylat-Fussia context.
Two accidents marred the city holiday period at East Main street and Avenue A. Paul Campbell and Howard Campbell escaped serious harm when their car collided with a second vehicle and rolled over, while a second crash involving Lester Dennison and a parked truck caused extensive damage to the Dennison car. No serious injuries reported.
A Chicago to New York passenger train was over two hours late as a freight train blocked the line near Cambridge Springs. The 13 car consist was diverted to westbound tracks and Union City, after a hot box and a derailment near the crippled car drew a long delay. No injuries were reported. The morning delay added travelers and a Giesel engine waited at Meadville for service.
A brutal December typhoon raged across the Philippines causing heavy damage in Manila and Tacloban Leyte. It left hundreds dead or missing, wrecked ships including the Danish motorship Kina and damaged five others. Reports from the Sa wat Sea and Tacloban describe extensive destruction and emergency measures. More details unfold as rescue efforts continue.
City residents gathered for Christmas Eve services. heavy church attendance caused crowding but no major incidents. Traffic on district highways increased with clear weather. four local groups aided by Moose and American Veterans of Foreign War staged a tree event titled Stablemates drawing 600 local children to Cory.
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