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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 02, 1946
Page
1
Unclear notice discusses estate in Ponmaylwarilit city with references to court actions and deadlines. Mentions beneficiaries and filing dates around 1946 in a formal probate context. Also includes scattered market prices and agricultural terms unrelated to the legal notice.
Naval Capt. W Salford testified that Tokyo broadcast a coded war warning 72 hours before Pearl Harbor and was intercepted by the U.S. Navy. He recalled a yellow teletype message with code words east wind rain meaning war, and said notes were destroyed to prevent whispering and misinterpretation.
The business offices of Pine Grove Cemetery Association have been removed from the City Engineer's office at the Municipal building and are now maintained at the residence of Mr Williams, 1262 White Street. Director meetings will be held at the office of its principal ite and Opal Co on Maple Avenue.
City council discusses tax delinquency program with Miss Mullen and Walter Sweet as unpaid city taxes back to 1930 are compiled for May 1 and directed to a collection agency. The session also reviews street service plans, utilities guidance, and hiring help to prepare 146 tax books for city and school district.
Punxsutawney Phil emerges from Gobblers Knob and sees his shadow, signaling six more weeks of winter. Quarryville's rival groundhog reportedly sees its own shadow but forecasts four weeks of inclement weather. Officials announce the observations in ceremonial regalia.
George Deas and Geary Sailor from Barigar Me arrived at Linwrenicewrport amid a snow shortage. A Taylorcraft ski plane remained grounded due to high winds and scant snow, though volunteers shoveled drift to create two grass tracks. With wind aid, the ski plane finally lifted off but the flight remained uncertain, leaving port personnel relieved when skis cleared the grass landing area.
Equipment for the Superior Dry Cleaning Co laundry is arriving as the new plant nears completion. A steam boiler from Sellers turbine go in Chicago is to be fired soon, ten more units from Prosperity Laundry Equipment Co arrive, with a large washer and flat work stower due in a week or ten days. Factory reps will install the system, each unit motor driven, with staff training planned by Mead and Capwell, aiming for operation early in March.
Roger Babson argues that improving self-control is key to health. He cites personal illness and outdoor living, says schools should teach self-discipline, and warns that knowing health rules without self-control leads to poor outcomes. Continued on Page Three.
London Feb 2 United Nations delegates opened a frank era in diplomacy as the Soviet Union and Great Britain clashed in the UN Security Council over Greece. Delegates warned that a Greek crisis commission or immediate inquiry could ease tensions while Bevin and Vishinsky appeared on excellent terms after the session, signaling a possible amicable settlement without face loss.
AP reports Averell Harriman, U S ambassador to Russia, arrived in Seoul sparking talk his trip ties to the ongoing American Soviet trusteeship talks on Korea. Moscow dispatch notes a Communist party election appeal pledges ongoing struggle to strengthen armed forces and the Soviet state.
Warren General Hospital fundraising drive nears its $400,000 goal after strong early returns. Campaign head LP Eaton reports substantial early pledges and outlines plans for facility improvements and community support, noting steady contributions as the drive continues through the week.
Two groups push to seal off Mount Lost Plane site near Mountain on February 2 as recovery teams from United Air Lines and civil authorities coordinate with military units. Weather delays and frigid conditions hinder search for 12 aboard the Seattle New York flight, with bodies and wreckage expected to be lowered to base as investigators plan tomorrow’s work.
Clarence Baker was arrested in Wayne township after a day of violence. Constable Robert Morris and others restrained him with tied hands to prevent further harm, then delivered him to the city jail for a hearing scheduled later today. Leo Nollinger, timber operator, signed the complaint against the intoxicated man.
In county court Judge Burton Laub heard arguments on the Cory School District plan to collect unpaid 1920 and 191 bee tax accounts. The session focused on whether these claims are outlawed by time and if the 1945 transfer of delinquent tax accounts to a collector acted legally to garnish wages. A second brief will be reviewed before a ruling gives effect to many tax accounts. In a separate report, Howard S Pennypacker, a 31 year old Philadelphia Navy welder, died in a gas tanker blast in Worriston, Pa.
In a sharp dispute over the Veterans Administration and General Omar Bradley, President Truman and General Eisenhower voiced quick support for Bradley. Bradley denied Legion commander John Stelle’s charges, while White House aides and reporters noted a strained public debate over leadership at VA and calls for investigation.
Emblem Oil Company of Warren has leased the retail gasoline station bulk gas plant and warehouse on West Washington Street from N Cohen and Son. Gerald Whaley of Spring Creek will run the new Emblem outlet and manage the station. The Warren firm will resume gas distribution from the city using the bulk plant and warehouse, a service halted after a prior fire. Cohen and Son will maintain general business offices at their current West Washington location.
Davison proposes to build a modern funeral home on East Muh Street, with an addition to the north side and a large parking area. The Waggoner building on North Center Street will be vacated after twenty years, with potential reuse as a physician's office. Plans include a circuitry drive, two street entries, and expanded facilities to serve clients.
Arts, Feb 2 Royalties town of 400 residents deserted as 4000 quarts of nitro were prepared for an underground oil-well experiment 6000 feet deep to rejuvenate a limestone formation and boost output from three barrels daily. Officials anticipated a slight surface rumble but kept the population out.
A trial board ordered the dismissal of Pittsburgh Police Lieutenant John J. Lyons and Patrolman John J. Reilly after hearings on charges they attempted to shake down two downtown businessmen and a bank official. Both officers deny the charges. the ruling awaits Mayor David L. Lawrence's review.
High government officials mapped a strategy to end the nationwide steel strike affecting 756,000 workers. President Truman, central to the move, pressed for a settlement over wage disputes as unions seek hourly raises amid stalled contracts.
The State Police will continue to administer the driver examinations on the rat and fourkte and the first, third and Wifi jot each month with changes announced. Examinations will move to Mint State Armory starting February 1 with sessions at the municipal building on Tuesday of next week for shifts in Sarkar work and related training.
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