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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1949
Page
6
Officials warned this morning that several district youths will reach 18 soon and must register within five days after their birthday. Also noted were changes in local extension staff, a soldier’s grave in France, a hospital altercation, and upcoming bids for a Polk State School hospital project. The report blends local civic notices with obituaries, accidents, and brief weather and population notes.
Navy reports investigation into the rape slaying of Ruth Farnsworth on Guam. A suspect, identified but not named, remains questioned by Guam police as authorities pace the inquiry. The governor says further details will be released as the case develops.
The article outlines hints of delay in a planned income tax increase as President Truman outlines a Cold War era budget. It notes a projected one year deficit of about 879,000,000 and proposed measures to fund debt and national needs. Debate focuses on taxing corporations and higher income brackets, with Republicans pressing for fiscally “down to earth” moves.
Traffic Captain William J. McDonald reports over 100 motorists cited in a single 24 hour Erie patrol crackdown. An intensified drive targets wrong side parking on Live Street and similar violations to reduce recent traffic incidents.
Associated Press reports a bill to boost the president’s pay from 75 000 to 100 000 plus a 50 000 expense allowance and raise the vice president and speaker to 30 000 with 10 000 expense allowances. Senate civil service committee held a closed door session to consider the measure as Republicans debated broad pay hikes for top government executives.
Pittsburgh judge Franklin Patterson of Allegheny County set February 7 for the trial date in the murder of Deloris Waldo, 18, with the proceeding postponed previously. The case remains pending as the defense and prosecution finalize motions and evidence.
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