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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Feb 02, 1949

Page

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Fragmentary Local Note Covers Prices and Listings

OCR fragment lists varied items including prices, dates, and names such as Hetrick and Lewes. Mentions stores, furniage, archers, route B, and markets with unclear context. Highlights include high prices and reference to time, place, and people though many specifics are garbled.

Edithrman Wuz Joint i Will Serene Dni M Hetrick Attr House Ueven Furniage Aldea Lay Archers Lavells Frjandis Lewes Chines Point

Congress Battles Over Closed Shop and Labor Bills

National Labor Relations Board chair Paul M Herzog testified that a Truman labor bill would override state bans on the closed shop and restore federal precedence in union security matters. The Senate committee heard arguments amid party lines, with plans to repeal Taft-Hartley and restore theold Wagner act.

Associated Press Washington National Labor Relations Board Truman MLAB Paul M. Herzog T Senate Hill Tobin Merang J Berson Wrineleamos Conmalilon Met Rights i Imleystate Merce Slich Golinmslion Fiveeman Nlrb Uirew-mysy Agency Whguer Ct Hergop Ani An Bos Herzox Nso Comenidlar Tevit Mdnhorton House Tet Industries Capitol Dixie Ooe Maybank Dfy Sparkman House Armed Services Committee Defense Forrestal Ruman

Aero Workers To Get 10 Cent Wage Hike

The International Association of Machinists says a new contract with Aero Supply Co will raise wages by ten cents for the next year. The agreement covers wage and working conditions, with ratification planned for Friday and the contract to take effect next Monday.

Aero Smunuueh Stow Inaughouk Tab Aer Suphly Mip Ge, Inc I Gucul International Asengliery BP Vu Hlir Layne Empiijes Ifm Aetin

Legislature 10 Gives Authority Quick Approval

Harrisburg Feb 2 General State Authority plan advances in the Republican dominated legislature. Duff's housing and highway projects, including a $147 million highway program and a $40.3 million bridge plan, seek fast passage. Democrats voice cautious support, urging more study of subsidies for low rent housing and construction funding.

Associated Press Harrisburg Deaio Bratie Hughes Ma Lie Lady’ Bell Janeling Gowdamoe George H. Earle + Sra Jnl Highway Authority Commonwealth M. Harvey Taylor GOP Duff Rep H. G. Andrews Taylor Andrews John 4 Dent Duft

Sledding Tragedy in Pittsburgh Kills 13-Year-Old and Injures Ten

In Pittsburgh on February 2 a 13 year-old girl, Nancy Letekus of Brentwood, died after her sled crashed into a sewer drain on Lawn Street. Ten children were injured, with 11-year-old Arthur Schippmann suffering chest injuries after his sled hit a parked car on Morrison Avenue. Six-year-old Mary Jane Chesney endured a head concussion from a pole collision on Parkwood Road and was kept at South Side Hospital.

HY Qomvemen Pittsburgh Nancy Letekus Brentwood South Side Hospital Good Street Arthur Schippmann Morrison Avenue St. John’s Hospital Mary Jane Chesney Parkwood Road

Raymond Plant to Cut Back 10 40 Hour Week

Raymond plant plans a 40 hour workweek starting next Monday reducing from 46 hours. Production drops due to fewer orders. nine hour days five days weekly with weekends off. Scheduling cuts shift lengths to 3:30 pm for day crew and midnight for night crew. Wages will fall despite overtime pay.

Raymond Plant Yee Tees Hirmud Tim Feldt Elgg Aho

Erie City case order briefs in equity action

In a Erie civil matter, Judge Taub ordered the plaintiff to file a brief within 24 hours and the defendants to respond in five days as the Taxpayers Economy Association pressed for payments tied to purchases by the city. Testimony highlighted wartime emergency purchases and budget allocations, with stern reminders about public funds and accountability. A French ship voyage to New York celebrated American–French gratitude as the Magellan arrived with the Thank You rain.

Aige Burton Lath Gri Ecess Env Taxpayers Economy Association Isjunetics Heroneimen Yesientag Michael Canhaving Charley G. Downing Tso Walerak Taub Cannagina Gerald Weber Isis Joseph C. Martin Martin Camarino Laub Camnavino Aigure Lah New York Americanus New York Harbor Statue of Liberty

Norway Rejects Russia Warning in Wild Garage Break In

Report details a series of break ins at two nearby garages last night with thieves entering a Wilker Bythers gang location and looting tools and contents. Police say the entries were committed by a coordinated group and the time window remains under investigation.

Oth Elly Krinorey Ater Floas Gale Brnakers Sphyu Jmnagh Carniuaittes Mmett Wifker Bynthers Gang Fmitt Borowuout Petek Unie Wien Aipeniichtte Biesi Nes Piticery Lofterngun Sidahing

Cut In Luxury Taxes Proposed

Washington February 2 House Republican Leader Martin proposed luxury taxes to revert prewar revenue levels. He suggested applying new levies to items such as jewelry films liquor cigarettes and whisky and tobacco products with a 88 per gallon tax on whiskey and a broader restoration of old rates.

Associated Press Washington House Martin Mss Tudlay WdNis Mari Mateadt Jon Tabacca Walthly

AFL Leaders Consider Expanding Role in International Labor Affairs

MIAMI FL Feb 2 AFL leaders today weighed plans to broaden US labor influence abroad. Potential steps include aligning with a new international labor group without Russia, possibly joining with British and Dutch unions in a post Soviet world. Discussions include diplomatic appointments and engaging mid March talks with British labor leaders. George Harrison of the Railway Clerks Union is floated as ambassador potential though not interested.

Associated Press MIAMT Fla AFI Reqnery Interarm Russia World Federation of Trade APL Ona GIO Ini Te OT Congr Hye WPTU AFL APT Sharpine Llu State Department U.S Truman Praire George Harrison Railway Clerks Union Harrison

Soil tests for new hospital site project detailed

A local committee discussed preliminary soil testing for the proposed Corry Memorial Hospital site. Members reviewed equipment handling, timelines, and site preparation as part of the planning process.

Blatt Bros Celebrate 29th Anniversary in Pittburgh Theaters

The Spernors of Bilt Bros Theatres mark 29 years of film exhibition with Blatt Brothers’ Windsor cluster. John Blatt, Covey, William Blatt, and partners recall early houses and the Star Theatre replacement by the State Theatre, steering a regional circuit now spanning 23 theatres in towns including Corry, Somerset, Greenville, Patton, and Smethport. The Blatt tenure featured stars like Thomas Meighan, Gloria Swanson, and William S Hart, with ongoing community film conservation.

Spernors Bilt Bros Theatres John Blatt William J. Blatt Sharles RobMi Sutter Labs Ok Brady Pebruyey Abe Brunt Opry Allegheny River Diearby Bea Bend Sears Star Theatre Pictuire Ames Paitbanks Gloria Swanson Blatt Brothers Corry Somerset Greenville Patton Mercer New Bethlehem Youngwood Raining Spring Girard Albion Port Allessay Youngeville Smethport Bevis Buel Brady Mike Onshure Nanty Glo

Death Toll Tops 112 Million in Storm Belt Area

Storm belt fatalities total 112 million? The report notes widespread crop damage in five western states and ongoing livestock losses. Extreme cold and cold snaps affect regions from California to the Midwest, with record lows and significant agricultural impact.

Garland Driver Held For Court In Local Case

Robert D. Moore of Chirluned faced a trial on a reckless driving charge after pleading not guilty. His license was suspended, and he was ordered held for the next term of court in Warren County. State Police cited a separate incident involving an East South Street arrest for speeding years prior, with multiple prior records noted. The case, before Judge Burton R. Laut, carried a potential penalty of a fine not less than 10 dollars and up to 500 dollars plus costs, with possible jail time if license suspension breaches occurred.

Robert D. Moore Chirluned Rip Alder Fm Gobbett al Gorry Snee Shite Ponce Gfue Warren Pelle Bureau of Motor Vehicles

Indict Sparta Man on Larceny Charge

A Sparta man, raised by the grand jury in Erle county court, faces larceny charges. Authorities allege theft of four motors and other farm machinery parts from a Union City area farm, with the suspect arrested by state police.

Sparta Nils Ween Erle County Lawrerre Murdock Sparanshiry Murdock Corry Courl Mr. Dablelt Union City

Stalin Asks For Parley In Red Domain

Associated Press reports Stalin seeking a parley with Western powers during a tense stage of the Cold War. The piece notes Truman’s openness to peace talks and mentions U.S. President Truman’s statements about engaging Moscow. It references Kin gsbury and broader diplomatic maneuvering in Washington and London.

Stalin

Killed Thirteen Hurt In Area Crashes

A fatality and thirteen injuries occurred in area crashes as patrols and officers from the state and city investigated. Corporal Ted ANB Jey reported details this morning. Law enforcement logged 98,000 miles of coverage and 346 information calls during the period.

The Wear Ted Anb Jey Durie Maui Ile

Students buy $428 in savings stamps

Miss Helen M. Spencer reported Concord school led with 258 students purchasing $95 in savings bonds. Fairview 94 students, $18. Harding 4 students, $20. Junior High Elementary 262 students, $22. Washington 125 students, $384. Junior High 290 students, $61. Senior High 272 students, $64.

Sivente Helen M. Spencer Concord Fairview Harding Imentary Washington

Measles Epidemic Shuts Clairton Schools Possible Closure

An epidemic of measles keeps 106 students absent from Clairton junior and senior high schools in Clairton Pennsylvania. Officials say if the outbreak worsens the schools could close. Dr. GA Calhoun the school physician says the epidemic has reached its peak and should begin to decline.

Clairton GA. Calhoun

Future Action by Russia Speculation in Norway Pressure

Washington reports that US and Atlantic powers planned to back Norway against Russian pressure. Talks focus on strengthening NATO style ties and Norway’s membership implications. The discussion touches on a possible North Atlantic Alliance compact and congressional ratification paths.

Cave-in renders 60 homeless in Carbondale

In Carbondale a mine collapse beneath Idle Anthracite property caused eight homes to sink eight feet and damaged twelve more in a 20 000 population area. Three people remained hospitalized and fifty others sought shelter with relatives or in hotels. Police pegged damage at about 100 000. The Hudon Coal Co leased the mine to De Angelus Coal Co.

Carbondale Ren Hudson Coal Co de Angelus Goal Company

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