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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1947
Page
1
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General George C. Marshall takes the oath as Secretary of State in the presence of President Truman and vows to do his best. He denies any political candidacy, stating he cannot be drafted and remains non political as he leaves speculation about a 1948 presidential bid.
The March of Dimes funding expanded greatly this year with more than 2,000 nurses and 300 physical therapists deployed nationwide. Over 56,000,000 in supplementary funds were distributed to support medical care and treatment for polio victims, thanks to donations from the public.
A White paper warns Britain’s economy is extremely serious and calls for a voluntary industrial speedup. It urges higher wages for understaffed sectors, no push in stronger industries, and pay linked to higher production to lift postwar recovery. Workers and employers urged to boost efficiency amid shortages and debt.
Masonic circles report a merger between Columbus Lodge 264 F and A M and Corry Lodge 269 F and A M. Both lodges will vote on the plan late this month and in February with Grand Lodge approval sought soon. Columbus dates back about a century. Corry Lodge founded in 1885.
The region endures a long awaited cold wave with lows near zero in several cities. Observers report temperatures dropping sharply by up to 32 degrees since yesterday, winds intensifying and causing scattered property damage in western Pennsylvania.
The National Assembly confirmed Paul Ramadier Socialist as premier in France's first government of the fourth republic. Edouard Herriot, Radical Socialist leader, was elected president of the assembly. Other items include New York Central planning belt tightening after laying off 7,000. former President Hoover asked to survey problems in occupied Germany. Soviet arrest request rejected. a fatal tractor-trailer crash in Pennsylvania. Ambassador Hornbeck resigns. and Army payroll claims could reach 5 billion dollars.
Roosevelt states in Look Magazine interview that Stalin appeared against war and saw no peace violation. He notes ongoing tensions but denies imminent conflict and cites the Russian leader’s stance as not aiming to fight an allied power. The article is drawn from Elliott Roosevelt’s look at Stalin’s views and the current U S Soviet relations.
James H. Duff was sworn in as Pennsylvania’s 34th governor at 2:05 PM on January 21 in Harrisburg. The inauguration drew about 10,000 spectators in cold wind as Duff outlined plans for health, education, and recreation, deferring revenue issues to the General Assembly.
A Navy plane crashed near Oakland airport after radar guidance failed amid fog. The crew included Lt. Comdr A A McNaughton and a WAVE. Fourteen aboard were injured. one woman passenger, Nurse Margaret Wallner, survived but was hospitalized for observation.
City Council met in a routine session and discussed several minor items. Council delayed action on water plant plans in the eastern city section tied to Corty Jamestown Mfg. Corp and nearby development, while approving the annual city engineer report showing 121 permits, 83 building permits, paused street paving, and numerous real estate transfers. The council also appointed Andrew Paulisett as fire chief and Ray Laurie as assistant.
Two area men faced pleas in county court after a Saturday accident on North Center Street. Henry Fined $100 and costs for driving while intoxicated. Howard Gregory to plead guilty to leaving the scene. Additional details indicate Gregory’s arrest by Stilwell police and planned further court action.
A would-be thief tried to steal a car from 247 West Washington Street, entered via an adjacent stall, and backed out of the garage, losing control and crashing into a tree. Police report damage to a car door and damage to the garage area as the suspect fled.
A blaze was found in the baggage room at the east end of the old passenger station by night workers early this morning. They extinguished it before much damage and without alerting the city department. Prior minor fires in the dilapidated building have raised fears of a larger blaze if left unchecked.
State Police investigated a Nor way riding club complaint that two horses owned by Harold McConnell were starved at the Heath property stables near Hare Creek. Dr Stan ton E Bower found feeding inadequate but with hay, no charges filed as one horse was dead and another near New Year. Police will continue checks to ensure proper feeding while club members seek to oust McConnell’s involvement.
Los Angeles January 21 police released Robert Manley a red haired acquaintance of Elizabeth Short 29 a aspiring actress after detectives found his alibi and movements unsatisfactory. Police said the man who booked on suspicion of murder was cleared and released to await further inquiries.
Governor James H. Duff vows full support for any labor management plan that promotes peace in industry. He notes heightened revenues and expands programs in conservation health education and recreation while urging continued stream cleanup and fair highway funding. The inaugural emphasizes tackling social political and economic problems and stresses civil cooperation to avoid labor warfare.
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