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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 12, 1949
Page
1
AP reports a cross party coalition forming to oppose a rumored four billion dollar federal tax hike. Senator Byrd predicts the administration may fall short of expected revenue while seeking budget balance and targeted cuts. Experts weigh potential impact on federal payrolls and national debt.
Harrisburg reports discuss restoring a June primary in odd-numbered years to give armed services time to vote. Draft law changes spur debate on absentee ballots and secrecy, with other wartime practices possibly returning. Treasury figures show January receipts 145.93 million, expenditures 97.10 million, debt 252.27 billion, down 11.19 million from prior day.
A devastating fire at a Swiss school in Crateau d’Orx kills fourteen people, including twelve children, with most victims found near windows asphyxiated. Authorities say early reports suggest a wooden chapel building housed many pupils from affluent families in Lausanne and Geneva, while the exact number of students aboard remains uncertain. Firefighters battled the blaze as the community mourns and investigations begin.
The Corry area saw 419 births and 149 deaths in the past year, with Corry residents accounting for 180 births and 76 deaths. The report notes multiple births, a female births margin of 19, and top causes including heart disease, cancer, and vascular conditions. Thirteen deaths were under age one. total figures rise slightly from 1947.
Charles Whaley of Picl dN FRU tapped the sugar bush east of the city last week and reported good runs on Friday Saturday and Sunday. Early this week the first quantity was boiled down as temperatures cooled signaling the end to large scale tapping until the regular season begins in March.
Police say two year old Barry Moore suffocated yesterday after crawling into a cedar chest in a second floor bedroom and the lid closed on him. The tragic accident occurred at his home as authorities investigate.
A bill to tighten rent controls was outlined by Myers with aims to revert rules to pre adjustment status. It seeks to cover new dwellings and converted units under ceilings and restore eviction powers to the federal government. Maybank, chair of the Senate banking committee, indicated priority for rapid action as hearings begin Friday.
An afternoon wreck at the intersection of Routes 426 and 77 in Spring Creek damaged a Chevrolet sedan and a pickup. Eber Russell of Portisville claimed he started a U turn and was struck by James Pierson driving a Bell Telephone jetpail vehicle, owned by Bell Telephone Co. Russell took fault for not seeing the oncoming rig. No injuries reported, vehicle damages around 150, with total loss estimated at 75.
A man named Clievce Dingfelder RD informed police he would plead guilty next Monday at Brie county courts to a drunken driving charge. A jury trial was arranged after a not guilty plea yesterday. Alderman M. S. Cobbett ordered hold for court under a $500 bail. Erie County judges have previously imposed $100 fines and one year driving privileges loss for guilty pleas.
In Berlin in January the Hariack House said the Officers and civilians approved allowing GI Joes to return. The U S Army blocked the December ruling that barred ordinary soldiers from entering the club, imposing a financial sanction.
Nanking July 12 report on Communist forces rejecting a surrender proposal from Nationalist troops in Tientsin. War relief and public decision efforts discussed as civilians and soldiers await a resolution while international tension rises.
Severe winter storms disrupt the Pacific Northwest and Southwest with heavy snow and ice. West Texas and eastern New Mexico see whiteouts and power outages as streets freeze and schools cancel. Northwest faces a power shortage as streams clog, prompting voluntary outages and urging electricity conservation. A Nebraska town endures drifting snows blocking routes while fuel shortages loom. In Kansas Missouri and Oklahoma warmer days loom as transport and power stabilize slowly. In baseball news Leo Durocher and Pitt Simmons face fines for contract negotiation while with the Giants and Braves respectively. the Giants pay penalties for tampering.
A fragmentary report details exhibitors at a farm show with leaders in syrup and maple products. Stewart McGllough and Ora Gibbons are noted among entrants from Cory and Watreburs, BD, with several ribbons in syrup contests and maple sugar products. The text references multiple participants and awards, though many names and specifics are garbled.
Oklahoma City January 12 postal inspector BM Harkins was shot in the lobby of the main post office. A 65 year old man, Joseph Donnelly, was arrested on murder charges after police found a 10 inch knife and pistol in his possession. Harkins was struck as he leaned over to retrieve mail, sustaining a fatal head wound.
Directors approve construction of a new hospital complex including a medical center and welfare wing. The plan details a total cost, funding structure, and potential site within the district, with board members and local officials citing community benefits and projected patient capacity.
The Citizens Bank reported a strong year with earnings growth and increased reserves. Officers and directors were reelected at the annual meeting held in May, with Parker as president and Brockey assisting, while Bernardson and Loveland held officer roles.
One hundred local foremen attend a dinner meeting tonight at St Edward's Hall. Hy J. Jack Post former executive director of the National Foremen's Association now serves as executive of the magazine Super Hand. Post will be the principal speaker. The dinner is organized by Travy Whitehead and served by the Tri-Hi-Y of the Senior High School. DETECTIVE HELD FOR COURT IN PITTSBURGH RACKET PROBE Florig charged with protection rackets and to lash Simmer's grand jury probe. held for court on suspicion of passing $1000 counterfeit bills. Bond set at $3,000.
Fragmented report cites Britain accusing American funds of aiding Israel as networks suffer a major power outage. The muddled dispatch mentions Chicago dates and lists broadcast outlets CBS ABC MBS and NBC, with references to Europe and the Middle East.
A vehicle burned in a nearby fire injuring its owner whose clothes caught fire. Firefighters and volunteers fought the blaze, with a container of gasoline found near the scene. The owner was treated for burns and transported to a hospital as the cause and extent of the damage were assessed.
In Philadelphis the father of a boy, Els Simons, urged an early trial for suspect Seymour Levin, saying swift action would aid the community and honor his son. The 36-year-old, from a North Carolina town, faces homicide charges and was held without bail.
In Crawford county court at Meadville late yesterday before Judge Lee McOrseken of Venango county the case of Richmond township against Boyd Whitman of Route 2 Spartansburg began. The auto collision on Route 77 near Spartansburg in August 1946 is the basis. A verdict was expected to be returned today.
A two year old 99-pound tom owned by Basil Gantt of Newport Perry county won grand champion at the Stair Farm Show Keystone State agrarian classic. The judge H H Keuffman Penn State expert cited market qualities and consumer desirability, noting thick thighs and white meat from the breast.
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