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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1948
Page
1
A damaged estate notice from Pennsylvania refers to the executrix named in a will and requests eligible persons to contact the office for proceedings at James City. The document mentions Warren and Warrel, with deadlines and instructions for claimants, under local law.
Washington January 10. W. Babson presents a forecast for 1948 noting continued large orders for manufacturers will rebuild employment and credit into 1948 though some slack in industries tied to personal peace work. He warns of possible inflation, discusses policy cures and emphasizes production over consumption as the path to stable prices. The column continues on page three.
New York War Assets Administration froze undelivered orders of surplus Army explosives after New Jersey and New York State Police confiscated 126 to 1991 tons as they alleged Zionist shipments to Palestine. Police reported 67 tons in three trucks in Ti...
Senator Tobey declares no one can stop NH eight votes for Eisenhower in the GOP race. He sees Ike as having a good chance to win the convention delegate fight against Dewey and Stassen. New Hampshire filed 7 delegates yesterday with Eisenhower winning three, Dewey two, and Stassen one. Tobey may campaign for surer delegate support. Charles Tobey Jr. among file supporters, Tobey serves on the Eisenhower League board in New York.
Gis aantmy to marry Edward Scott Martin son of Senator Edward Martin in Washington Pennsylvania. Ceremony scheduled at Pint Fres byteriarr Church in Martin’s home town with officials confirming arrangements.
British lancers and Spitfires man the northern frontier near the Jordan headwaters as tensions rise across Arab militias. Reports say Britain pressed Syria over a border clash at Dan while Washington weighs a small U.S. Marine dispatch to Jerusalem amid fears of widening civil strife.
December 1947 year end report shows Corry P. O. handling a record $10,634.90 in receipts, surpassing wartime peaks. For 1947 total receipts reached $71,403 higher than the prior year's $90,360, with December 1948 at $9,081.
A passenger locomotive overturned at Back Bay station in Boston injuring eight people and shaking over 50 more. Initial reports claimed 63 hospitalizations, but later checks reduced the number. Fire crews freed engineer John L. Morahead as flames and debris spread across the platform.
New Orleans reports three teachers and their students were freed on parole after appearing in Recorder's Court. Sergent Victor Baurburuly said the arrests occurred during a visit to the Freedom Train, with charges including resisting arrest after an argument with officers arose. Names identified include Charles J. Speaker, Maurice Prevost, and Bruce Neale, associated with Booker T. Washington School.
In New Orleans three bandits of a heist that netted about $114,000 were captured before daybreak. Police report $85,000 recovered after arrest of the trio, leaving about $29,000 unaccounted. Two suspects described as the brains remain at large, with officers suspecting they may have fled by interurban bus or gulf coast routes. Names tied to the arrests include George W. Ricketts, 28, Temple Ricketts, 24, and John Hassenbarks, 24, all of New Orleans, with a suitcase containing $35,000 found at the Ricketts residence and $80,000 elsewhere. The investigation notes a planned getaway and unmasked robbers, complicating identification.
Lawrence county authorities probe the death of Ann Robertson, 22, found Tuesday morning on a residential street in New Castle. Coroner Charles Aller reports head injuries and says the cause of injuries is undetermined, with possibilities including a vehicle collision or being struck by a motorist. A hospital statement notes she died after injuries sustained last night.
About eighty people attended two meetings in Fairhaven to discuss purchasing homes. The Fairhaven Cooperative plan seeks 25 additional members to buy a 10th unit, with amended eligibility rules for membership and a survey of the city to secure funds. Negotiations with the Federal Public Housing Authority may follow to arrange financing.
The board plans to install an automobile driving course in Covey Public Schools starting next semester. Thirty seven pupils are enrolled awaiting final approval at the January meeting. John Milanovich will instruct the class. a teacher resignation from Mrs. Clarence Eld will be acted upon, effective January 23, with a substitute to be named.
State Police report a two car collision nine miles west of Corry on Route 4 last evening. Mrs Tranic Rlnliwerks of Columbus Avenue drove into the highway and regained control, stopping off the road. Anthony Hablick of Jamies City collided from behind, causing damage estimated over $100 to his car while the Corry woman’s vehicle was impaled.
Washington today the Senate committee investigating stock speculation heard that at August meetings Pauley and Ferguson discussed access to profitable markets. Harold Sinssen claimed administration insiders profited about 4.6 million since the war, with Pauley alone earning around 1 million. Sen. Stassen urged a law barring government workers from trading futures.
A mass of cold air pushes into the Midwest with subzero readings including 24 below in some areas and moves southeast toward the Atlantic coast. Reports from Worth Dakota to Pembina show 82 below at Hernion Pass and 12 below at Durth, while western states register 83 at Phoenix and 72 at Los Angeles as the cold front shifts south and east.
Corryite eases through icy East Columbus avenue crash as 1943 Chevrolet sustains left side and rear damage. Driver William Wilcox of 324 East Main Street claims an oncoming car tried to pass, causing a skid and off road departure. Mall route disrupted until substitute truck restored service. one car fled the scene. An infant diarrhoea outbreak in Pasadena forces Huntington Memorial Hospital to close maternity ward, linked to virus with 4 deaths and 19 baby cases pending review.
Charles Bracken, son of Mr and Mrs Olin Bracken, is set to join Citizens National Bank as an assistant after graduating from Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania on Feb 10. Bracken previously worked as a teller, served as a lieutenant in the Fourteenth Air Force, and will report to President Harry W Parker.
AP dispatches from Washington report President Truman calling newsmen to discuss the 1949 budget for the year starting July 1. The plan is expected to request about 40.0 billion dollars, higher than the prior 37.5 billion. In Athens debacle, depression of drainma sparks concern that Great Depression era reforms may falter. In Metz, France, five miners died and 40 were injured in a Vallermin coal mine blast near Forbach.
Senate hearing centers on the Marshall plan funding and a push for a new approach to business operations. Senator Vandenberg criticizes an all or nothing stance while Senator George warns against constraining funds. Douglas defends the program as Harriman and Shultz prepare to testify.
Police seek the source of smoke bombs used in a daring inland robbery. Bandits broke into a Barvard Clooinsty store near 350,000 in cash, tossing choking bombs and escaping. Investigators checked shells and markings, examining two bombs found at the scene and tracing a possible surplus item origin.
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