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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 10, 1948
Page
1
A fragment mentions Real Tools and Radios with a person named Man involved in a sale at 670 NE 38-685 in Miami and a separate item noting Sold 145 Wright. The readable text lists items and a possible transaction reference in a local classified-like snippet.
Moscow reports a Soviet promise to publish German documents alleging that the United States Britain and France aided Adolf Hitler by shaping relations with Germany and keeping US Britain and France out of Europe The claim cites documents captured from Nazi allies and says Russia will release evidence to show how Hitler's aggression and the second World War were prepared and developed
James Corstarer appeals a $10 parking fine under the city ordinance. The case notes a February Domestic Relations term, with Carstater claiming improper fine and lack of posted signs. A separate miners’ strike in the Wales Wood line is reported with 300 miners staying down as part of wage protests.
AP reports an explosion in the engine room of the self propelled tanker Richmold carrying 252000 gallons of fuel oil injured two crew members. The wounded were evacuated by boat to Jersey City hospital. Nearby areas reported the blast near New York.
Two men died and three others were critically injured in a series of five accidents within minutesNear Jamestown the dead were Lesle M Stouden 26 and Walter Johnson 33 both of Jamestown The injured include Zoe Lindberg 44 of Sugar Grove Pa Oriando Mil Holden 26 and Irene Scouzia 18 all of Jamestown The wreck involved a curb jumping car hitting a house and a truck pushed on Route 173 west of Jamestown by Associated Press.
Fire early this afternoon gutted a small three room dwelling at 82 East Street owned by Thomas Clark. Flames started from overheated chimney soot. Mrs. Charles Ploss and Clark fought the blaze with water until firefighters arrived. Fire Chief Paulson’s car was wrecked in a collision with a truck while responding to the alarm. Announce Mardi Gras events in New Orleans noted in brief.
Former Corry resident Paul Fleming is hospitalized in Jacksonville Florida with three bullet wounds after an attempted armed robbery at a jewelry store. Jewelry store owner Tra C Faircloth returned fire and was wounded. Fleming faced charges of attempted armed robbery and assault with intent to commit murder while Faircloth faces possible charges. Fleming claimed he arrived with $180 stolen from his employer and sought to replace it, and police are reviewing embezzlement claims.
A U S freighter Pierre S. DuPont radioed distress from 200 miles east of Newfoundland claiming a crack in her hull and rapid flooding while rough seas pounded the area. Coast Guard cutters and rescue tugs were alerted to stand by as near- by ships monitored the situation and prepared to help.
Large blaze destroyed two grocery stores owned by Lloyd Merright and William Teiding in a wooden building at Centerville's heart. Fire crews from Centerville, Spottanstug, Tuynville and Dituwile fought flames after 9:15 AM with extensive smoke and damage including nearby shops, a dwelling, and power lines knocked out by the blaze.
A three story concrete home in St John’s housing indigent residents burned in near zero, 60 mph winds. Police say at least twenty died, many escapees suffered frostbite, and flames lit the night sky as the blaze raged across the building.
Associated Press reports Ohio River ice jam threatens about 2.6 million dollars of shipping in Cincinnati Harbor. Waters rise behind a jam upstream as fragments drift and damage small boats, while officials warn the situation could worsen in coming days.
The Associated Press reports a widespread cold snap with below normal temperatures across the United States except southern Florida. Snow and sleet hit southern states from Arkansas to Virginia while New England and the Midwest endured extreme cold. Readings dipped to 87 below in Minnesota and near freezing in several locations. travel hazardous, roads impassable in parts, and schools closed amid heavy snow and ice. Tours and visitors faced travel disruptions in Mississippi and Florida as northbound travelers were snowbound in West Point Mississippi and Mobile Alabama.
City schools report January absences reached new highs due to mumps and influenza. Attendance percentages vary across buildings from 60 to 91 percent, with health exams and dental checks largely complete. A driver education course begins with new textbooks, and bids are opened for a modernization project at Junior High.
Frank Anderson the Erie and Warren rent office director announced the rent office will close regular hours in Corry Municipal Building due to low business. The office will operate by appointment only with a scheduled visit. Alderman Cobbett will assist by coordinating appointments and providing common rental forms.
An AA group in Cory expands efforts to aid more people with drinking problems. The local chapter now offers open contact via P O Box M1 7 and operates weekly meetings to discuss individual alcoholism and promote the AA principles as medical science recognizes alcoholism as a major disease with no cure, only arrest through group therapy. The group emphasizes voluntary membership and self admission of a drinking problem as the path to help.
New York February 10 price news broadens to all commodities. Stock markets slide as prices fall sharply with cotton down per bale and other staples retreating. Corn and grains hit daily limits, while lard shows steep declines. Bankers and economists warn of a painful but temporary adjustment as the economy eyes a manufactured prosperity.
Ungraded stream reports record lows across counties with Philipsburg at 15 below and Brookville 12 below as snows linger. Officials warn fuel oil shortages worsen and urge reduced oil use. Philadelphia marks nine days of February with temperatures far below normal.
A disjointed report cites Tony Jornero and operator Wort Undre Som tied to a gambling boat venture in 1946 and ongoing clashes with law authorities. The fragment references hardships since the Roaring Twenties, a testing night, and mentions Beverly Als in a distorted line.
Washington report cites Cyrus S. Ching, chief federal labor conciliator, stating the government will not permit a spring soft coal shutdown. Southern producers accuse unions of foul play as talks hinge on a proposed $100 monthly pension for miners with 20 years service. If a strike develops, the government may intervene under Taft-Hartley provisions, with possible extended delays.
Mrs. George Ugcon of Sparta, a 70 year old resident, was struck by a car on the highway near Spadanburg. She was taken to Corry Hospital with injuries to her left eye and leg, condition improved to satisfactory later. John L. Sullivan of Norton Street reported the incident. Fire losses at Mount Pleasant lodge: a Pittsburgh owner’s mountain hunting lodge burned, with structure destroyed and property value listed.
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