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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1949
Page
1
Sharp fight looms on plans to re arm West
Washington reports a sharp debate grows over re armament of the West and a defensive regional alliance with Western Europe. Taft of Ohio leads opposition saying sending military equipment could invite a Russian surge toward peace and stability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West
Europe
Russia
Associated Press
Washington
Benatar Taft
Ohio
Rapher
Denmark Moves Toward Western Alliance in Cold War Drift
In Copenhagen on February 28 Denmark signaled alignment with the West as Social Democrats push toward joining the Western Atlantic defense pact. Sweden and Norway are also moving toward closer security ties, with debates on rearmament and a potential Atlantic alliance shaping regional diplomacy. Senators Pepper and Taft advocate a broader Western security framework, while concerns linger about provoking Soviet expansion. Continued discussion expected on Page Two.
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Copenhagen
Denmark
Sweden
Social Democrats
Ploland
Norway
Je West
Area Boy Hurt In Gasoline Blast
Prank Kelsey six son of Mrs Alice Kelsey of Spring Creek is in fair condition in the Corry Hospital after a gasoline blast in his yard. No witnesses. it is believed he was playing with matches igniting fumes from an old automobile. A small grass fire occurred but was quickly put out. He suffered first degree burns to the face. an auto mechanic from Donaldson Brothers store helped transport him.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oman
Kelsey
Alice Kelsey
Spring Creek
Corry
Tae
Donaldson Brothers
Mindszenty aide pleads guilty to black market dealings
In Budapest on February 28 Monsignor Imre Boka admitted to a People’s Court that he provided dollars and other funds to bankers and brokers for black market activities linked to Cardinal Mindszenty. The trial opened with one person implicated in Mindszenty’s activities.
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Associated Pirss
Budapest
Hungary
Aset
Mindszenty
Imre Boka
Blatt Brothers theater owner William Blatt dies at 48
William Blatt of Mt. Lebanon and brother of John Blatt helped build the Blatt Brothers chain of 23 1 movie houses in western Pennsylvania and New York. He died at St Francis Hospital in Pittsburgh after a heart attack at age 48, survived by wife Julia and five children. Funeral plans to be announced. Also included is a Treasury report from Washington noting February budget figures.
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Williate Blatt
Mt. Lebanon
John Blatt
Charles Blatt
Blatt
Rewis H
Ghautangua Lake
Pennsyvania
New York State
Julia
Jean Ann
William, Jr
Carol May
James
Judy
Beef And Pork Prices Jump In City Stores
Prices for beef and pork rose in city retailers with beef roasts up from 49 to 53 cents a pound and pork at 75 cents. Ham stayed at 55 cents while bacon sold at 49 cents. Veal fell slightly as livestock shipments slowed and some dealers faced consumer resistance at wholesale levels.
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Corry
Bert
Orle
P. Ubree
Bowstie
Rickerys
Ft Pomacs
Hunted Killer Dies In Battle In Phoenix
Associated Press reports in Phoenix that 28 year old killer Ray Gilbert died in a shootout after kidnapping a Phoenix woman with accomplice George Schmid. Police cornered Gilbert in a cabin. he exchanged fire, was wounded, and died after officers fired into the cabin. Schmid was captured earlier without resistance.
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Associated Press
Phoenix
Aviz
Ray Gilbert
Arion
Needles
Clif
Gilbert
George Adolph Schmid
Arizona
Schmid
Sebh Orme Moorehead
Bulgarian Protestant pastors plead guilty in spy trial
In Sofia the fourth Protestant clergyman, Rev Georgi Chernov, confessed to espionage for the United States and Britain as Bulgaria's spy trial of 15 Protestant pastors enters its third day. Chernov, 48, a Pentecostal preacher, testified he was urged to collect espionage material by Cyril Black, a former US official. Four pastors had pleaded guilty, with eight total now admitting guilt in the case involving American and British wartime activities and alleged black market money dealings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sofia
Bulgaria
Georgi Chernov
Tone
Chile
Britain
Chernov
Teli
Ana Me
Agih Lrewun
Cyril Black
Chernev
Avi Acelsing
Chapel Council of
Orden
Russia
Bidgagin
Vasel
Georgiey Ziapkov
United Protestant Church
Yanko Nikolay Ivanov
Nikola Mihailov Naumov
No Major Layoffs At Raymond Plant
Rumors of layoffs at the Raymond plant were denied by BW Feldt, general manager, who confirmed only furloughs for some workers as of last Friday. He noted curtailment of second shift staff and other cutbacks due to snow, cold, and weaker demand affecting the area’s spring industry and war relief programs.
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Sun Ye Sueul Mpuseay
Raymond Mig, Co
Feldt
Taalenta
Expansion urged for aid program in Congress debate
Congress urged to appropriate 250 million dollars to expand a relief program aiding the needy. Filibuster rules allow extended debate as the Associated Press reports lawmakers pressed for broader coverage including the blind and independent children, with opponents wary of cost and scope.
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Fey
Bouin
Gore
Ces
Vitor
Amotey
Marchins
Seale
Ridey Phamee
Sen
Pirek
Probing $500 Clymer Theft Reported at Maple Avenue
A $800 cash loss from the Eshelman home on Maple Avenue near Clymer was reported to Deputy TeCutyer. Mr Eshelman and family stated no break in until Saturday when the bedroom was found disturbed and valuables missing. police listed possible suspects but no definite lead.
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Aid
Edward Eshelmin
Maple Avenue
Lee My
Exhelman
Forr TeCulver
Eshelman
Donald
Ieee
Wien
Ui Mielil Bo
TeCutyer
Local drive raises funds for five year old cancer patient
A community fundraising campaign led by Wig Seteere Pee reportedly collected 9064 for five year old Monuna St. Pierre. Donations came from Miami business sites and a house solicitation by the Gangord School Faren Tescher Association. Funds were given to Mr and Mrs J D St Pierre at an Easter party yesterday and additional pledges are expected.
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Wig Seteere Pee Ree Et TT
Monuna
Pierre
Cantey
Sey
J, D
St. Pierre
Theiyami
Gangord School
Faren Tescher Association
Alkens
Clear Way For Decisive Action On Tax Program
In Harrisburg a four day session aimed at pushing a 6433,000,000 tax package with Governor Walker predicting most measures would pass. The plan includes reforms linked to hospitals education and public weeks, with tentative action today to resolve strikes and labor issues affecting transit services.
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Assiipiated
Harrisburg
Pmbman-Foninullel
TVET
Wersive Subian
Chuy
Jibelles
Kreks
Ten Walker
Toor
Walker
Repusier
Isties
Joer
Lisidur
Sunde
Wwe
Billie
Labor Gras
Philidelonia Transit
Red Cross Drive Opens Tuesday with Radio Broadcast
The Red Cross campaign launches Tuesday with a 9 20 to 10 pm special on American Broadcasting Company networks. President Truman will speak at 9 58 on the worthiness of the cause. Mrs H B Reed heads residential district efforts with three other women guiding wards First Second and Third. John Leyls is mentioned in a denials sentence about UMW leadership.
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Comy's
Red Cros
Campalen
Henry Whee Pr
Publely
Red Cros Campajen
Elert
American Broadcastine Company
Truman
HB. Reed
Reed Vill
James Leys
Bea Lege Wells
Dha
David Swarts
Paraguay Changes Leader After Military Coup
Paraguay installs a new leadership after a coup that ousts President Gini and installs a cabinet drawn from the Colorado party. Observers note strong military influence and a unity push amid upheaval as new president is expected to replace the ousted head.
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Web Lakin
Gurjalie
Janiaty
Bees
Eesti Amicaeter
Guizaliy
Dust Eloulee
Gini Diles
Muli Lopte
Rus Joti
II Col Catg Party
Pemmalinet
UN -Desire le Uhrig
Piorky Atl
Colorado Party
Ture
Kenyon College Fire Kills Nine Injures Many
A Kenyon College dormitory blaze killed nine students and injured about 26, with the death toll rising as 18 year old Ambiee McDonald of Hamilton Ohio died from skull trauma. Firefighters searched the ruins while students fled from upper floors and the great Kenyon building burned through a snowy night.
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Associated Press
Ambiee
Kenyon College
Ty Ming
Jick McDonald
Hamilton
Zoning Commission To Meet Thursday In City Hearings
The seven member zoning commission will reconvene Thursday at 7 pm to advance the proposed ordinance. Members in the council chambers yesterday re-read and revamp the measure, with little expected change from two years ago. Several sessions are likely before the ordinance goes to public hearings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mémiers
Preliminary draft backs Th mans plan for solid economy
A preliminary congressional report supports President Trumans plan for a solid economy and inflation warning, prepared by the party group’s Senate committee. It urges removal of some excise taxes and argues for federal aid in education and housing, while noting the need to study broader industrial policies. The document also addresses tax reform, price trends, and unemployment concerns, with ongoing debate on policy steps.
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Associated Press
Washington
Thuman
Pfatriun
Senate O'Mulassey
Auldrorliv
Nephire Hrwin
Rent Man
Fae Muundiitaky
Searey
Triman
Nassenner
None Hurt In Wreck On Rt 8 Near Union City
A single vehicle crash on Route 8 two miles south of Union City left a 1948 Studebaker convertible damaged but occupants uninjured. William B. Sample of Bellevue reported he was following two cars, swerved to pass, and struck the left side of his car. Estimated damage over $100.
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Union City
Corts
Studebaken
William B. Sampla
Bellevue
Sample
Arrvivng South
Leo
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