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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1947
Page
6
On June 18 Miss Biutmlé Lydns, 77, died at Jamestown General Hospital from burns after her clothing caught fire in her room at the Nursing Home. Fire reportedly started from alcohol fumes igniting a compound used on her legs while staff tried to extinguish the blaze.
The 11 day London transit strike involving at least 50 000 workers ends with a vote to return to work. Road Haulage Association reportedly granted overtime pay and a 44 hour week. More than 100 ships remained idle in the port of London during the stoppage.
In a January 16 regular session the Town Council reluctantly accepted the resignation of Borough Solicitor and Secretary G F Greiner and appointed his son Attorney Paul B Greiner to the office. Greiner had previously cited declining health and had served Ridgway borough roles since 1908.
The Carry Memorial Hospital Association approved and adopted new by-laws and regulations in the January board meeting. The charter was approved, no board reorganization needed, and the hospital operates under the new charter today. Raymond Mfg. Co. donated 3000 dollars. Eagar Alexander became superintendent and presented the December report: 233 patients, 1310 days of service, average census 42, 5 births, 6 deaths, 30 major and 32 minor operations. The superintendent was authorized to purchase tax free medical alcohol as required by law.
Arnall held in Newnan as Talmadge supporters attempted to seize Georgia’s executive chambers. Attorney General Cook ruled Arnall to stay until his successor is qualified. Lawmakers proposed adjourning until a court decision re quired by March.
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