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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jul 02, 1949

Page

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Tragic fall from tractor claims Clymer child

Arlene Mary Phelps two and a half year old daughter of Mr and Mrs James Phelps was killed when a tractor lurched as she sat on the battery box. The incident occurred on the Clymer Prendy Greek road three miles south of Findley Lake. The coroner said accidental death with skull fracture was probable after the child died at Corry Hospital. Burial is planned at Mina Cemetery with services tomorrow at 2 p.m. Survivors include her parents two brothers and three grandparents.

Arlene Mary Phelps James Phelps Clymer-Prendy Greek Road Corry Hospital R. ¥. Williams Clymer Samuel T. Bowers Chautauqua County Bowers Paul Coe Sherman Norther Wador Phelpy Phelps Bhety Findley ‘Lake So Arothers Carl Russell jMille Brown Wrench Creek Shavlex Phelps Vers Phelps Ripley

Freedom And Youth In A Free Economy

Roger W Barron warns that American youth face choices between a competitive free economy and a powerful state. He cites student jobs and internship misfits as examples of misguided opportunities and urges readers to protect entrepreneurial opportunity and personal responsibility amid vast social changes. He previews continued discussion on the topic.

Roger W. Barron Babson Park Mary College Jnor Hese Abuusi

Area Road Crashes Hurt Nineteen in Corry Region

In Corry area nineteen people were injured in separate traffic crashes over a period. Police reported a fatality in the broader region, with property damage totaling 38,910 dollars. From 254 routine patrols, 5 percent of arrests occurred, and eight criminal investigations and nine arrests were recorded.

Corry Aegidents Corp Ted Hubley Brule Themisig Corey Starling

No Relief From Heat Forecast

The heat was on nationwide with July fourth holiday travel and lingering drought. Central and southern states sweltered as temperatures hit 90s and 100s in places while ocean breezes cooled the eastern coast. Mountain areas stayed hot though precipitation looked likely in the northeast to end the long dry spell.

Associated Press Tull Jelley Wis Great Lakes Mercury New York City New Jersey New England

Columbus Firemen Festival Plans Revive Local Fun

Columbus firemen announce plans for an annual festival at Mather Park on August 6 featuring a water battle, tractor pulls, demonstrations, and displays. Over twenty firemen are invited to participate as organizers extend invitations to area fire companies.

Columbus Firemén Voruinkwer Organiszation Mather Park Aubusst Columbus Plenio Mallis Upperman General Ehalr- Ninf Saif Arca

Local job seekers rise as unemployment climbs in Corry

Unemployment rose in Corry with 250 more jobless, totaling 1,982 registered at the Pennsylvania State Employment Service office. Veterans numbered 387 and women 286 among the unemployed. Claims for unemployment insurance and readjustment allowances jumped, with 1,022 claims this month, up from 815 last month. Continued claims reached 2,603 versus 1,968 a month before. Office visits rose to 3,604 locally and in Union City. Despite higher unemployment, job placements slightly increased to 4,505, helped by construction and agricultural activity. Officials expect eventual stabilization as vacations begin and plants grant time off.

Corry Pennsylvania State Employment Service Stewart Long PSES Humber Tmber Union City Ftrom Aray Ofice Long Bebb Lake Erie

Survey Shows Erie County Families Have Strong Purchasing Power

A 1948 buying power survey issued by Sales Management argues that the average Erie county family can buy luxuries and necessities, with an annual income around 4285 dollars per family and a per capita spendable income of 1404 dollars. Retail sales in Erie county rose to 176,243,000 dollars, up 18.2 percent from 1947, outpacing national gains. the market index stands at 103, three percent above the typical city in purchasing power.

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Weekend Death Toll Reaches 30 in Holiday Crashes

National Safety Council projects a three day Fourth of July weekend with about 290 traffic deaths and 30 weekend fatalities from all violent accidents. Early reports show 18 traffic deaths, eight drownings, and three others from miscellaneous causes as celebrations begin.

Continued rioting and church clashes in Czechoslovakia

In Prague July 4 AP reports ongoing bloody rioting in Slovakia between Catholics and Communist officials. Foreign diplomats warned not to enter Slovakia without notice as police clash fatalities and injuries rise. The government moves to seize religious holidays, with pilgrimages planned across Moravia amid suppression of Catholic monasteries and church press.

Associated Press Prague Czechoslovakia Slovakia Foreign Ministry Gennaro Vero Ina Strond Gyril Methidius St. Prokon John Huss Shraunice Moravia Somorrow Bt. Prokdis Prouran Zdenek’ Nejedly Néjedly Dressinu Jie Religious Press

Carnegie Hlinots to Close Two More Blast Furnaces

Carnegie Hlinots announced a closing of two additional blast furnaces at its Youngstown works due to slack demand for pig iron. This follows the earlier shutdown of six furnaces from a total of 37 units in the Pittsburgh Youngstown steel area.

Pittsburgh Carnegie Hlinots Youngstown UB. Steel Corp Pittsburgh-Youngstown

Week-old City Baby Falls From Window

A week-old infant named Linda Ann Mellie fell from an upper window at 413 East Washington Street and was immediately taken to the Gurry Hospital after a 20-foot plunge. Neighbors Esther Fisher and Nell Nellis aided in the rescue as the distraught parents, moving soon to Clymer, explained the mishap and stated the baby had been left on the bed briefly before.

Linda Ann Mellie Winghter Armunells Washingt Street Feredig Oslo Nighin Gurry Hospital Ave Wee Yrvale Myry Esther Fisher North By Myre Nell Clymer Felleim Puichime Nellis

Park Traffic Rules at Mead Park Halt Parade Access

Corry force assigns 50 Company A personnel to restrict park traffic plan. Main entrance closes with south drive entry. one way westbound on West Wayne Street. no parking on West Wayne between Columbus and Elk. Wright Gould and Maple avenues closed to allow parade formation until 10.2 am Monday. traffic diverted to routes supporting orderly movement.

Corry Mead Park Te Park Trafic Attar Dlitos Elle Streeh Wayne Street Columbus Avenue Elk Street Ofien Wright and Gould Streets Washington Smith Streets Maple Avenue Fast Park Place

Local youths hurt in separate Corby incidents

Two Corby youths were treated at Corby Hospital for injuries from separate accidents. Cheryl Turben, 19, of Clay R.D.3, fractured her left wrist after tumbling from a lumber pile near home and was hospitalized briefly. Harris Watrous, 8, of Corry R.15, suffered scalp lacerations from a fall and was released after examination.

Hnwo Corby Hospital Chrolyn Turben Harald Turben Bonner Harris Watrous Lyle Watrous Ub Corry Fire Hospital

Judy Awaiting New Trial Denials Rift With FBI

A garbled Washington dispatch reports Judy Clark awaiting a new trial with a claim of rift from the FBI. It notes possible sentencing ranges, her planned Brooklyn stay, and comments from officials and defense. The text contains references to Russian officials, investigators, and internal security concerns.

Judy Clark FBI

Red Cross Sets Annual Session for July Thirteenth

Red Cross plans its annual session for July 13 with talks on blood typing and a meeting to elect three new directors. Hugh O’Hare to lead program as local Red Cross officials outline a modified operation plan after mid July and discuss typing volunteers and hospital reports.

Corry Red Cross Iyea Hugh O'Hare Chaiman Unisme emerEel Dr. O'Hare The

Moscow Reveals Dimitrov's Death

Moscow announces death of Georgi Dimitrov premier of Bulgaria after illness while Bulgarian Communist Party confirms his condition worsened. Reports differ on timing and location with Moscow stating 935 am EST death and Sofia noting recovery prospects. Vassil Kolarov becomes interim premier as Bulgaria enters transition.

Way Papyorasen Rena London Moscow Vidio Snnouien Liday Georgt Dimitrov Duledria Dimitrov SoGa Rasta Vassil Kolarov Bulgarian Communist Party Sofia Georgi Dimitroy Europe Tirkist Tattin Dinbeu Bordildha

Yugoslavia says it will make arms in state plan

Belgrade July 2 Associated Press Yugoslavia announces plans to build arms domestically as the Tito government says it has been cut off from military aid by Communist nations. Officials emphasize defense needs as soldiers display equipment largely from Czechoslovakia and Russia with transport from Hungary.

Associated Rrest Belgrade Yugoslavia Vinoslav Metenve Marshal Tito East West Arst Dlag Tito Czechoslovakia Russia Hungary Communist Party Defense Ministry Ivar Goshnjak Jo ‘Tito Associated Press New York Talth Hanes Alexander J. Taras Dyling Taras Munu Favlurera ‘Trust Wag Strick

Mead Park car award fund grows as Friday sale continues

Two hundred twenty dollars were added to the Mead Park car fund during a Friday night raffle at the corner of North Gentier and Washington streets. Music by the Ray Spring Four played from 7:20 to 7:15 p.m. as contributors donating at least one dollar chose their selections. The Mead Park committee and helpers are to meet at 7 a.m. next Monday to finalize preparations for a 10 a.m. crowd arrival.

Mead Park North Géntier Washington Streets Ray Spring Mend Park

Deficit May Soar to 5 Billion During 1950 Fiscal Year

Washington July 2 Associated Press reports a 1949 fiscal year deficit of 1.811 billion, higher than forecast, with spending pressures and tax revenue shortfalls. Projections for 1950 show continued excess of outlays over revenue, potentially reaching 3 to 5 billion, prompting congress and President Truman to review budget policies. The piece notes near-term revisions and debates over funding, transit aid, and tax receipts.

Associated Hovse Washington Truman Cms Wedera Tsun Byrd D-Vas

Beaverdam Crash Damages Car and Truck

A car and a truck collided near Beaverdam last night as one driver attempted to slow. White pickup driven by George Blackmer and a sedan driven by Orville Tilus in Union City sustained major damage, total losses estimated at $90. Lilly Polive of the police station noted injuries were not reported.

Seaverdam Wolock Lilly Polive Ry Pill George Blackmer Batavia Orville Tilus Union City Tilus Ind

Airliner Crash Kills Eighteen Near Perth Australia

Eighteen persons died when an airliner crashed and burst into flames eight miles from Perth in heavy morning rain. The craft, belonging to the Mac Robertson Miller Aviation Company, was en route to Dari to connect with a London bound plane when an engine failure is believed to have occurred.

Ay Arsoenpen Penth Australi Perth Mac— Robertson-Miller Aviation Company Dari Southwest Australia Earky Unis

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