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Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Feb 17, 1947

Page

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United States seeks trusteeship over former Japanese islands

The United States proposed placing most former German islands north of the equator under U N trusteeship and maintaining American administration in the Pacific. The plan, submitted to Trygve Lie and the Security Council, faces likely opposition from Russia Britain Australia and possibly others. The proposal could delay approval until after a Japanese peace treaty is signed. The islands stretch about 1200 miles north of the equator and 2600 miles east to west, totaling 830 square miles with roughly 85 000 people.

Marshalls Marianas Corolines Russia Great Britain Australia Moscow Tencon Camber U. S. State Department Japan United Nations U. S United States Equator Equillorbout West Daye Guam Spain League of Nations

Erie car thief wins appeal in federal case

A man named Rol Alton Helwig received a new trial in federal court after appealing his conviction for transporting a stolen car in interstate commerce. The Third Circuit ruled his counsel was not adequately prepared due to late appointment, ordering a new trial. Helwig was previously sentenced to two years in prison and was held in custody in Atlanta.

Associated Preas Pittsbugh Ap Pels Seb Naide Rol Alton Helwig Oh Inter Bite Commerce Sal Herwig Erle Helwig Joounsel Coursal Atuunta Ice Weve Gex- Wulon

Ajax Engines Set Another Record In Deep Drilling

OKLAHOMA CITY Feb 17 Associated Press reports the Superior Oil Company No 51 11 well in Caddo county has reached 16035 feet, the world’s deepest drilled well, beating the previous mark. Ajax engines on the rig powered draw equipment the under floor drive and the rotary table. A remarkable fishing job recovered tools from below the 16000 foot level.

Ajax Ajax Trott Works Superior Ol Company California Oklahoms Ajax Fem Gentmetor Garey Associated’ Press Oklahoma City Superior Oil Company Caddo County Pactie Western Oil Company Kern County

Protest strikes as 800 Jews face deportation to Cyprus

In Haifa a protest strike by hundreds of Jews against the deportation of about 800 uncertified immigrants from Haifa to Cyprus disrupted traffic. British forces transferred the refugees from the Sant Miguel to the Ocean Vigor and Empire Skywood amid reports of wounded, while lawyers planned a writ of habeas corpus to stop detention in Cyprus camps.

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Duane Fogle to Lead Salvation Army Drive

Duane Fogle of Davison Pogle Lumber Co will head the Salvation Army annual maintenance campaign in the city next May. A World War II veteran with 26 months service, Fogle recently joined the local lumber firm and is active with the Rotary Club. The drive aims to surpass last year's total, which fell just short of the anticipated amount.

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Plane Crashes Into Cliff After Takeoff From Bogota

Rescue teams recovered three of 53 victims after a four engine Douglas DC-4 crashed into El Tablago cliff thirty miles northwest of Bogota on a Saturday flight from Barranquilla. The crew included seven Americans and officials from Tropical Oil and Texaco. The wreckage scattered across the cliff face and ravine as searchers continued through darkness. Names identified among the U.S. personnel included Captain Kennett Newton Poe and Roy Faye, with others from Tropical Oil and United Artists among the missing or dead.

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Two Ajax workers hurt in plant accidents

Two Ajax Iron Works employees were hospitalized after separate incidents. John Hetrick Spring Creek sustained a severe hand slash when a bucket fell injuring his palm and requiring surgery. Russell McCaslin West Pleasant Street suffered a burn to the head when a salamander heater exploded linked to a gas line, as workers attempted to test a gas engine. The blast moment prompted extended hospital stay and a delay in discharge. In Des Moines, Legion commander Paul Griffith urged lawmakers to oppose a proposed large budget cut, sending telegrams to representatives and senators.

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Congress weighs a sweeping 1947 budget plan

The report details Republican leaders preparing to present President Truman's proposed 1947 budget totaling about 88.5 billion dollars to the House, seeking acceptance without amendment or a vote against adoption. It also covers related legislative actions and labor unrest developments across industries, including coal and rubber.

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Reward Offered for Stolen 1931 Chevrolet Car

A reward for information leading to the return of a 1931 Chevrolet stolen from South Center Street last January is offered. The vehicle, owned by Steve Juuktawiet and parked by his brother Willan while the father worked, was taken between 3:30 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. the following day. The Pennsylvania tagged car KD-118 has not been located, though police alert levels were issued statewide via the State Police teletype system.

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fragmentary text mentions a Journal Building and a city clerk with references to a tally and coupon handling.

Matt Ibayie

Final Senate vote on primary for September 9

Associated Press reports Pennsylvania lawmakers considered bills to restore the September primary and extend wartime election laws. Tallman led a push to restore prewar rules, with measures to resume absentee voting for armed forces and wartime organizations and to require nominating papers earlier. The bills would shift independent candidate deadlines and prepare municipal election forms ahead of a 1947 primary.

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City zoning board to hold second session tonight

The zoning commission will meet at seven this evening before the council meeting. It will vote on revised zoning measures developed at Saturday’s session and consider further changes. The complete ordinance may be submitted for council action, with final adoption or rejection depending on tonight’s vote and subsequent actions.

Nanine Commission

End of Underground Strike, 6000 Miners Idle in Pa

In Pittston Valley near Lansford Pa a sitdown strike ends for some 43 workers as others idle for a third day. Union officials report 6000 other miners remain off the job amid a company plan to shift production, with talks sought on future action and safety concerns in damp coal caverns.

Light Vote Cast On Zoning Issue In City

Local owners cast ballots on a zoning ordinance with 28 votes counted in the informal poll. Only 24 ballots returned, mostly in favor of zoning, while opponents raised concerns about the measure's timing and value for council action. A second coupon was issued for owners to respond, as the poll seeks broad input before a formal decision. In separate news, Ray Robinson was suspended 30 days and fined $500 by the New York State Athletic Commission for failing to report a $25,000 offer linked to a title bout last September.

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Arrest Of 3 Men Breaks Up Car Theft Ring Abduction Suspect Held

Three men were taken into custody in Baltimore with warrants in a car theft ring case tied to a Baltimore nightclub. One suspect faces abduction charges, and additional armed robbery or attempted abduction counts may follow for two others. The group, identified as Worcester, Massachusetts residents, allegedly targeted vehicles and used hotel rooms to store items. Police also charged a young woman, 18, as an alleged stubborn child under Massachusetts law.

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Sentences To Be Given Late Today At Court

Court in Erle plans sentencing this afternoon for Mike Dominick on a plea of guilty to accessory after the murder of Robert Fisher. Also to be sentenced is Mike Bub tig in the auto theft ring case. Attorneys announce withdrawals and potential appeals in Millie Thomas case with a request to delay removal and seek new trial based on recent evidence.

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Prompt Alarm Averts Disastrous Fire Today

A North Center Street resident activated a fire alarm at 12 45 PM after seeing flames from Harold Scott’s dwelling. Fire crews confined damage to the roof area near the chimney and extinguished the blaze. A second alarm around 2 PM addressed renewed smoke on the roof with the fire believed to have flared briefly.

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Operators Demand Breakup of Coal Unions in Strike Call

Washington February 17 A leading coal operator urged Congress to break up United Mine Workers and other industry unions to prevent industry wide bargaining. He proposed banning closed shops and union welfare funds, and favored government arbitration for jurisdictional disputes. Nixon promised to report worker talks from Scranton for labor legislation.

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Byrd Flies Over Pole In Historic Antarctic Flight

Rear Admiral Richard E. Byrd completed a polar flight over the South Pole aboard Olympus in the Antarctic. He reportedly crossed the pole, returned to base at Little America, and sent a personal message from over the pole. Temperature was about 40 degrees at altitude 22000 feet as communications with the base and ship resumed after the mission.

Associated Press WU. S Mit Olympus Antarctic Richard E. Byrd Soulte Pole United Nations All America Byrd Tillmain Amentta Hott

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