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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 03, 1946
Page
1
The Estate of Afeng Us, filed in Erle County, lists the Register of Pa as administrator. All debts and demands against the estate must be presented to the administrator by a stated date. Notices reference a sale by auction with a designated bidder.
The Dawrence Park barracks announce the clearing of a Jamestown Kennedy burglary and related car thefts. Two youths, Gerald J. Anderson and Richard Epster, confess to thefts totaling about 2600 dollars with jewelry recovered. John Nichols of Webleyville is held on related charges. The case spans Wesleyville Harbor and North East areas with FBI cooperation. vehicles stolen include a Chevrolet and a Pontiac. The suspects waived extradition and will face New York state authorities in Jamestown.
Talon Inc and the APTA Tool and Die Makers Union say the Talon dipper plants in Meadville and Erie will restart by next Monday after a new contract raises wages eight cents retroactive to January 7. The agreement follows a strike that idled about 3,100 workers since October 24.
Chinese Communists replace Chiang Kai-shek peace terms with a pledge to discuss every unity suggestion. They approve George C. Marshall as envoy and report continued Communist advances in northern areas, with Red spokesmen commenting on the offensive and evaluating forces.
Senate committee examined Adm. Stark testimony on Marshall warning sent hours before Pearl Harbor. Stark said he did not parallel the message to Army leaders and Hawaii, noting Navy radio strength and an Army delay that may have affected timely delivery.
New Year dispatch reports the Liberty ship John H Hood carrying about 510 returning veterans was swept by storm and towed toward the Azores by the Liberty ship John McDonogh. The Hood’s troops were to be transferred to an aircraft carrier while weather and sea conditions delayed arrivals at the Azores.
Ajax Tron Works has purchased the Superior Engine Company plant in Springfield and will add gas engine production to its Ajax steam drilling engines. A major building program begins next spring with a two story brick and steel structure, expanding foundry and office facilities and creating a new corn department for the foundry. Employment is expected to double as production ramps up, though full rise may take time.
Railroad employee Ben Srisider died in New Castle Hospital after being struck by a car. He was repairing a headlight on his vehicle when the accident occurred. Police question the driver as the investigation continues.
The 82nd Airborne arrived today with 30 887 troops in a large ceremonial detachment at Ere head, heading for a week of service amid duties and a reception by Navy officials. Retired Wendell Wulings, a 54 year veteran, spoke of the arrival and honored service.
President Truman used a late evening radio address to outline labor and legislative proposals aimed at stabilizing nationwide industries. He emphasized measures to curb strikes, support fact finding, and push a broad program likely to shape upcoming Democratic campaigns, with emphasis on unions and major wage interests.
A spark from a welder ignited paper protecting polished steel at Allegheny Ludlum in West Leechburg. Firefighters battled flames for hours, destroying Emery belts valued at 30 000 and fourteen polishing machines on the second floor. No injuries reported.
Mayor-elect Kinsey heads a conference with council members and officials to discuss operations and staffing changes. The session reviews department talks, criticisms, and methods, with a Monday meeting planned to formalize actions and policies.
General MacArthur argues his policy in Japan uses the existing government and permits changes by Japanese people toward constitutional and social reform. He says militia controls have limited interference and the approach avoids mass upheaval while fostering democratic tendencies. The first two months after Japan’s capitulation are covered in his report released by the War Department.
Hudacky aged 73 of Cranesville RD 2 was burned on face and hands when his station and stove burned to the ground at 1 am. Fire officials said the blaze fed by flammable gas and oil products consumed the building in about thirty minutes. He was taken to Erle Hospital in taip condition with first degree burns.
Manila reports Gen Masa Mwy Hoyuma goes on trial accused as instigator of the Bataan Death March and related atrocities. A government prosecutor argues Homma was responsible for crimes, while defense notes military considerations and potential legal limits.
Former SS and Gestapo officials testified at the International Military Tribunal that Himmler and others issued orders for mass killings. Ohlendorf described Himmler directing executions and acknowledged frequent talks with army leaders on the executions. Witnesses described victims as men women and children and mass killings prior to relocation.
Diebold Inc of Canton announces acquisition of the York Safe and Lock Co including its branches and sales force. The York firm will be renamed York Safe and Lock Division of Diebold, with the York entity becoming York Industries Inc for its other manufacturing lines.
Bulletin reports a strike at 12100 Western Electric Company plants in New York and northern New Jersey, began at 1 am, disrupting wage talks as thousands of workers walk out, threatening broader shutdowns in national telephone service. Also mentions political and diplomatic notes from Frankfurt Washington and Rio de Janeiro regarding Jewish affairs and a proposed regional defense treaty.
Washington January 8 Oranges grapefruits and lemons return to price ceilings tomorrow as OPA delays future suspensions. A high agency official said price rises prompt extreme caution in removing ceilings. The order restoring ceilings was announced last night after agriculture officials hesitated and a compromise set Friday as the effective date.
The Fifth Amphibious Corps, built from Tarawa to Iwo Jima, is returning home. Sixth Army announces relief of its command on Kyushu and southern Honshu, with officers and men sailing to Camp Pendleton, California for discharge.
Strikes in steel and packing industries to cover about 900000 workers. Electrical workers vote to decide a date on Saturday. Washington acts to halt walkouts and curb escalation of labor actions.
Nationwide work stoppages threaten to idle about 1.5 million workers across four major industries. CIO unions in packing electrical and other sectors push for talks, with 700,000 truck drivers affected and steelworkers involved. Detroit discussions set for Monday as part of a broad dispute effort underway.
Western Union Telegraph Company accepts higher wages ordered by the War Labor Board. A strike by 7 000 metropolitan New York workers could disrupt service to the region if union members follow through on plans for a walkout at 11 a m next Tuesday January 3. The American Communications Association backed the strike action for New York employees, while the WLB ordered wage increases averaging about 12 cents an hour.
Demand for 22 cents an hour raise triggers a 4.22 and 30 percent wage boost dispute. About 200000 electrical workers across GE, General Motors, and Westinghouse urge a mass walkout unless gains granted. Meanwhile 260000 telephone workers threaten action in 21 NY NJ plants as 17000 members vote on a strike. Government officials warn of disruptions to farm and livestock supplies.
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