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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1947
Page
1
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Governor Duff closed the door on using unused 1946 surplus funds to meet new needs such as teachers pay. He signaled possible reapportionment but warned it would reduce his program aims. Duff supported existing projects and opposed building memorials until essential needs are fulfilled.
The Dirry State Police barracks will become a five man station as Pvt. William Timmins, recently attached to Troop Headquarters at Lawrence Park, graduates from the training school and joins tomorrow. Earlier rumors suggested Corry Hort personnel would rise to wartime strength.
A heavy rain crippled traffic as South Center street and hillside routes became impassable. Intersections saw stalled vehicles while city and state highway trucks worked to restore flow. Many areas remained unreachable until the afternoon as crews advanced repairs.
City officials review a proposed state bill allowing third class cities like Corry to levy new taxes on untaxed items pending voter approval in a special ballot. Gov Duff backs new funding avenues to reduce reliance on real estate taxes amid rising city expenses and prior use of parking meter and state funds, though residents doubt improved service corresponds to higher spending.
Chairman Brewster of the War Investigating Committee said one government department has been destroying papers of definite interest. He would not name the agency but noted he has alerted President Truman and spoke to a reporter ahead of the committee meeting. The group, seven Republicans, called the session without waiting for minority leader Barkley to attend.
Reports from western Pennsylvania indicate a possible gas supply shortage amid a cold wave, but local officials say curtailment will only occur during severe weather and after residential heating demand exceeds supply. Utilities suggest temporary restrictions for industrial users may arise if needed, with residential gas supply protected.
George Gaesser known as the Phantom Burglar and his wife faced Judge Allison Wade in Warren County Court. Gaesser pled guilty to burglary of a Youngsville store with 200 pounds of sugar. He drew 4 to 8 years in the Western Penitentiary plus a $100 fine and costs. His wife, guilty of receiving stolen goods, got 16 months in the Industrial Home for Women, a $25 fine, and costs. Detainers from Tire and Chautauqua authorities target crimes in those counties for which they already confessed.
Detroit Jan 31 Attorney Hd wasd Lamb charged in Federal court today that the wage-hour administration, despite a terrific struggle, rejected on the United States Attorney General's fight against portal-to-portal pay. Judge Picard recessed the hearing until Monday on a third attempt to move the opposing coalition to the amount of mortal time at issue in the battery case.
Senate Democrats denounce the Republican tax slashing drive as debate centers on a 20 percent across the board reduction. Senator Martin asserts the objective remains, while Republicans hedge on method. House members favor a broad cut, with critics arguing it mostly benefits the wealthy.
The Senate Banking Committee opened hearings on OPA rent controls amid claims of an almost issued 19 percent rent hike order. Senators Tobey and Capehart pushed for accountability, while White House denied any such order. Debates touched on state differences and continued controls with selective adjustments. A related note reported disruption on the Tientsin-Peiping Railway after Nationalist forces retired Communist attackers.
In North Philadelphia a uniformed patrolman aged 26 was shot dead during a store robbery as three fleeing gunmen struck a supermarket. A 2-year-old parolee Edward Howth fled in a car after a pursuit, while store manager William Murphy and about 80 patrons were present during the escape. A second gunman remains at large as police sweep the area for suspects and property losses from the holdup.
British evacuated women and children from Palestine while a gunmen held up a local loan office on North Center Street. The pair looted safe cash and checks totaling about 8500, forced employees to open drawers, and escaped through a window after 18 minutes. Police pursued but description was limited to two gunmen with a tan jacket and a gray hat. a possible third accomplice was suspected.
New York January 31 David Kra kauer surrendered to the district attorney after a nationwide search. He is charged with bribery and conspiracy in the investigation into an attempted fixing of a New York Giants Chicago Bears professional game. Accompanied by his attorney Harold Cooper he entered the DA's office as police sought three indicted men linked to Alvin J Parisad's conviction for attempting to bribe Giants players in the December 15 game.
An eight year old schedule of oleomargarine license fees in Pennsylvania faced court scrutiny as unconstitutional. The state’s high court found portions of the 1801 levy arbitrary and beyond police powers, delaying full ruling while noting existing fees of 600 dollars for wholesalers and 100 dollars for five-year licenses. The case, brought by five Pennsylvania businessmen, questions total license amounts and state authority.
General MacArthur orders an end to the general strike in Tokyo. Five hours after the strike deadline, labor leaders announce the walkout is cancelled and workers may remain on site, though many are expected to return after midnight. The Tokyo central strike committee says it has called off the action and urged all locals to abandon plans.
Admiral Richard Byrd arrives at Little America after leading six big transports across 800 miles of polar ice aboard Polar 568s. He calls the base a second home and predicts coal and other resources will be opened in the Ross Sea region within 25 to 100 years.
London presses for sharp action as Churchill pushes for U S help on policy for the Holy Land. Palestine announces evacuation of all British and American women and children by Tuesday, potentially involving about 3,000 families. Government officials indicate safety responsibility may shift. U S diplomats seek guidance. Continued coverage notes debates in London over Jewish immigration and possible violence amid heightened tensions.
Phoebe Hill, 25, told Nassau County police she was seized while walking on 53rd Street in Manhasset with her husband, assaulted, robbed of rings and cash, then freed on Long Island. Four men, aged about 21, forced her into a car on the Jericho Turnpike and fled after leaving gasoline as a distraction.
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