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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 21, 1946
Page
1
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A terse sports brief notes key moments as Shane leads a tapering effort and a heavy push in the fourth hour. The report sketches late shifts and strategic moves shaping the outcome for the team.
The Board approved two resolutions to settle funds tied to Federal awards for Fairhaven property. Attorney Brown said no other action could lawfully proceed, noting previous boards funded the affair and taxes during the property's district hold were not valid. The 1941 Wright contract required funds from the government for the property to go to Wright or the bank, dropping district action and sharing the owed balance.
Eleven from Corry High School will compete May 3 in Erie for state college scholarships totaling 400 dollars for four years. Selection bases include scholarship, achievement, character, and financial need, with principals choosing a limited number of participants. Treasury report shows February receipts and expenditures with a balance and debt data.
The National American Club approved a $2,000 gift for hospital aid this week. Earlier, the Coral Rod and Gin Club approved a $1,000 donation from their organization. The two gifts bring total contributions to $3,000 for the hospital fund.
Mira Plurence Ongley aged 48 of Trisfon City died from injuries sustained in a automobile crash Saturday on Union City and Concord road, near a cave. Her husband James and several children survive. Funeral services set for 2 p.m. Friday at Glenn Funeral Home Union City with interment in Rootville Cemetery.
A 1046 model Pontiac driven by Axel Sandstrom of Erie, with under 2000 miles, collided yesterday on Route 6 west of town with a Morgan Lumber Company truck driven by Kenneth Crevio of Spartansburg. The Pontiac rear ended the truck, causing about $500 in repair costs and vehicle damage. The truck sustained about $50 damage. Orvie was delivering a saw to the Dingfelder place for Morgan mills.
Vatican City February 21 Pope Pius XI conferred the red hat on 28 new cardinals in St Peter's Basilica witnessed by about 20 000 people. The ceremony was a grand Roman Catholic rite with the papal fiat and symbols of dignity. The new cardinals will receive their rings and consistory tomorrow.
At the Corry Hospital Association board meeting in the library room Dr Hugh A O Hare was elected to full staff membership in the orthopedic department. The session approved new staff election rules requiring three months of suitable office and district service prior to application and approved a junior medical staff, with Dr W H Barnes of Spartanburg and Dr Mars of Clymer named to the junior panel. The committee noted Dr O Hares twelve years of local practice and full use of hospital facilities before military service. The meeting concluded with broad agreement and satisfaction among directors and staff.
Lt Col Ross Fehlman arrived home on terminal leave after five years’ service in the recent war. A veteran of both world wars, he began with Company A in 1941 and served at Tadllantown Gap Camp Livingston Fort Bill Camp Chaffee and Fort Leavenworth before a final post at Thollantown Gap. The Indiantown Gap separation center closes March 15 and Mrs Fehlman and daughter returned to their home last October.
In Washington, February 21, supporters push a universal military training plan amid three months of hearings. House Military Committee signals action on universal training while considering a separate measure urging the president to pursue international disarmament—backed by President Truman. Debate centers on a continuous year of service for 18-year-olds, with some favoring a shorter period per American Legion views.
Joseph Bank of Union City was badly burned yesterday afternoon when a coal stove exploded in his kitchen. The boy, age not stated, received severe burns to face head and hair, and was rushed to Corry Hospital after a quick exit from the room. Emergency care was administered upon arrival.
Four people are injured when a car driven by Clair B Hodges strikes a westbound New York Central freight train at Cascade Street crossing in Erie. Passengers Mabel Hodges Lydia Fialon and Francs Hodges receive minor cuts and bruises and are treated at St. Vincent’s Hospital. Crews report the cab was crushed and the impact occurred around 12 10 am.
Two architects spoke at a special school board meeting about proposed building and equipment needs for the Junior High and Washington flyer project. The board discussed surveys and design methods from Campbell and partners, but no firm architectural hires were decided yet.
Lancaster Pennsylvania workers voted to end a 16 day transit strike that disrupted business. An agreement reached in Amesbury was submitted to AFL members for ratification, with details on wages and issues not disclosed. About 220 Conestoga, Tramport workers faced return to work after a 20 cent hourly wage increase demand. Negotiations drew national attention amid broader auto and telephone union actions.
Washington feb 21 president tunanytd today he intends to renom Edwin Wh Bawley to undersecretary amid fresh calls that he withdraw his nomination. The president told a news conference he will not bow to pressure and expects Senate confirmation. Critics say the party is split and some governors doubt his suitability while others back the choice as a test of loyalty and political courage.
Bulletins report about 100 Egyptian students and workers storming the British East Nile Barracks, firing from trucks, injuring several and killing at least one, as demonstrators clash with troops near the camp. In Harrisburg, Governor Martin says Attorney General Duff is a possible Republican candidate for governor. In Washington, John L. Lewis and the United Mine Workers call a March meeting to review policy and potential contract reopening with nonoperating operators.
The State Treasury reports ongoing relief payments across each county show a heavy increase. Expenditures rose to 34577 during the week ending February 20, with payments totaling 4077.00. This is 1818.00 higher than the prior week and 1226.00 more than the same week last year.
Bombay reports a mutiny by Indian seamen at the harbor after days of fighting with British troops and police. Warships and boats formed a stand off close to the shore near the Gateway to India as seamen resisted arrests and threatened to fire. A Reuters dispatch notes tension between striking Indian sailors and British troops around the city’s castle barracks, with authorities warning to use force to quell the unrest.
Pittsburgh February 1 a power strike called by the Trinity Association of Duquesne Light Company employees begins at midnight in the Duquesne Light service area effecting 1 6 million people in the 3400 employees district. Settlement talks to continue through the strike with wage increases and higher working standards sought by the union amid calls for public support. Pitt Parkway project Pittsburgh February 21 district State Highway Engines EH 1 Echmidt announces construction of the $230000000 Pitt Parkway Bora to start first week in May.
London Feb 21 Russia admitted its representatives obtained secret data in Canada and said the information was insignificant and used to foster anti Soviet sentiment. The Soviet statement said the Canadian position encouraged an anti Soviet press campaign and denied any Canadian ties to the embassy staff. A Canadian government spokesman called the Canadian claim political manipulation but offered no details, and the note promised further coverage on page four.
The report describes Stowe involved in a boxing like bout with a meter system on South Center, where tensions rose as officers and a mayor attended. An altercation around Stowe’s claim and the meter’s timing triggered a protest, with witnesses awaiting results at a plant, and officials weighing penalties and policy changes.
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