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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1948
Page
1
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Roger W. Babson argues in Philadelphia July 3 remarks that history shows a Newtonian cycle of power between the haves and have-nots touching politics, economics, and reform. He cites England and the United States, warning that conservative rule recurs after periods of New Deal or reform, and urges continued prosperity to combat communism.
Senator Sparkman said only a definite no from Gen Dwight D Eisenhower could halt moves to relive the Democratic presidential race. Alabama and southern bloc worry silence means Ike open to nomination as Truman foes push to place his name in the Philadelphia convention picture. Allen, linked to talks, declined comment while White House officials say Allen acts independently.
Two Corry residents Joyce Foxbus of 210 West Washington Street and Alsloh Chase of 215 York Street were treated at Corry Hospital for minor injuries after an automobile accident on the Shermore French Creek road. Miss Foxbus suffered fractures of the right hand while King Chase sustained facial bruises. They were brought to the hospital around 3 o'clock this morning. driver Harold China could not be reached for a statement.
Raymond I. Clark of 602 West Washington street was ordered held for the next Erie county court term on an involuntary manslaughter charge. Justice Floyd Marsh delayed ruling after last Tuesday’s hearing following a fatal Route 6 crash near Corry on June 20. A $3,000 property bond remains in force as Clark awaits trial after a collision that injured Attello Carl Haig of Toungeville. In a separate item, a Pittsburgh robbery at Hachmerstar Chemical Plant on Lower Forbes street saw a bandit with an automatic pistol seize a $1,000 payroll, chased by more than a dozen employees.
Four hundred Raymond Mtr Co employees will vote on whether the International Union of Automobile Aircraft and Agricultural Implement Workers of America will be recognized as bargaining agent at the plant. The election, conducted from 1 to 6 30 p m, will be overseen by Field Examiner Herbert Stutzman of the National Labor Relations Board. A majority of fifty one percent is required to declare the union the bargaining agent. This is the second election under UAWCO sponsorship after a close result in June 1947.
Gas well drilling will resume within two weeks on Carter Hill north of the city. A fifth well site is being set up on the former Leon Moore property, now owned by Alton Peterson, about 1500 feet east of the first successful well. The venture, tied to Pennylvania Gas Company activity, may involve two new wells with erection expected to take about two weeks.
Arabs hand Bernadotte their reply to Palestine settlement proposals, not made public. Iraq’s defense minister predicted renewed fighting as Arab side rejects partition and any Jewish state. Arab League secretary carried the reply to Bernadotte. Israel’s envoy to draft a reply set for tomorrow. Four week truce due to expire Friday. Bernadotte to receive the Jewish answer early next week.
Frank Valhovick reported $120 missing from his pants on the second floor of the European Hotel. He told police the wallet contained sun and a belt of traversers. a suspect was questioned and released for lack of evidence after searches of his room and person found no money.
A New York driver, William Smith of Deposit, was arrested at the scene on a reckless driving charge after a two-vehicle collision four miles east of Corry on Route 6. Smith passed another car causing a head on sideswipe with Burlante Geneva Hamric. Hamric’s car went out of control, hit a guard rail, and plunged down a steep embankment. Hamric suffered minor injuries. damages totaled about 9,200 to Hamric’s car and 95 to Smith’s.
Sheridan Baker, son of a patient at Corry Hospital, will dedicate several songs to his mother and hospital staff. He will broadcast a 15 minute program on radio station WNAE tonight, with songs written by himself including one inspired while waiting at the doctor’s office.
The Harrisburg office reports James H. Duff commuted the death sentence of George Henry Chapman, age 37, to life imprisonment. Chapman, once set for execution at Rockview State Prison, received the clemency after a review by the pardons board and state supreme court members.
City planners urge observance Monday while many factories and offices close. Banks, depots, and businesses shut as workers take vacations. State police warn of heavy travel and crowds at nearby lakes Chautauqua Findley and Canandaigua with limited public events and delays to reporting to the state employment office.
Washington reports government lawyers study a draft law to power seize captive coal mines and halt possible strikes. Steel firms clash with union leader L. Lewis over union shop terms as NLRB seeks injunction. strike could affect one tenth of nation’s bituminous coal. Also Pittsburgh banker Arthur M. Sully dies at 66 after World War I service and wartime command.
State Police continue probe into yesterday morning crash at Lottsville that killed Mrs. Orville Davis and her infant son Gerstd. Miss Anta dobason witnessed the wreck. The daughter Bonus survived. Bodies moved to Union City for funeral services at Lowville Methodist Church. Burial at Lowville Cemetery planned.
Belgrade radio reported Albania breaking trade ties with Yugoslavia and ordering Yugoslav goods removed. Yugoslavia accused Albania of hostile acts aimed at destroying Yugoslav prestige and warned of consequences. Albania’s embassy was handed over to Belgrade authorities amid the Balkan dispute, with notes citing insults and disruption of rail freight and commerce. Greece reported a Greek border incident near Bitola as regional tensions spill over. Tito’s illness again mentioned in the Communist press as part of internal party coverage.
A three-vehicle collision on Ryline 67 two miles west of Waterford caused $795 in damage but left all occupants uninjured. Richard Allison, 25, of Oil City slowed for a parked car with no lights, and was rear ended by Sylvester Shannon, 23, of Nicktown. A third car, driven by Richard Kopus, 24, of Waterford, struck Shannon’s vehicle. Officers noted Kopus’ car rammed the Oldsmobile after the impact despite attempts to warn others with a flashlight.
Swedish ship Dagmar Salen was reported afire after a collision with the Perla 88 miles south of Cape May New Jersey. The Perla’s captain said all crew were aboard and a cutter plane was diverted to aid a hospitalized injured seaman. Coast Guard reported 30 miles off the coast with a rescue underway as fire enveloped the bridge and smoke rose high. Number of crew and passengers not immediately known.
Blue Bonney Inn on Route 6 last week opened by Wy and Mrs Carl Swan Som has been sold to Honora Crandall of Onoville New York formerly of Cory. Crandall will assume control this morning and continue the restaurant's style offering sandwiches short orders and snacks. plans include finishing the second floor to convert Weller into apartments or tourist rooms. The Red Wine Tavern at Caaville NY will be sold. Crandall formerly approved the licensed establishment now owned by Pets Girogom West Main Street.
Berlin July 3 British military governor demanded the Russians lift their blockade on the highway to Berlin at once and proposed an immediate meeting with Soviet commander Sokolovsky. Sir Brian Robertson indicated readiness to discuss times and methods of weapon deployment as Western allies prepared to keep a large airlift to West Berlin and consider a formal political move for a new governing body in Germany.
A gas explosion caused by fumes in a locked dwelling damaged the Conrad Tarkowski home Friday. Mrs. Mary Tarkowski was alone inside and escaped injury as flames shot from the roof. Police and fire units arrived to extinguish the fire and secure the scene.
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