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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 07, 1949
Page
1
President Truman outlined anti recession measures including loans to industry, expanded public works, farm price supports, and stronger unemployment and social security payments. He signaled a midyear plan to Congress built on January proposals while weighing tax changes and a higher minimum wage to aid a slow economy.
In New York on July 7 Associated Press reports Governor Dewey appointed veteran foreign affairs adviser John Foster Dulles to the U S Senate to fill the Warner vacancy. Dulles will serve the interim term until December 1 1949 and a special election is set for November 8 to fill the balance of Warner’s term through December 1950. Dewey said it was unlikely Dulles would seek the November 8 election.
The United Mine Workers board and anthracite operators in Philadelphia consider a five day work week amid contract talks. White House reactions and production targets hover as negotiations blur lines between hard coal groups and state influenced quotas.
Congress members react to Britain’s dwindling gold reserves and fear of limited U.S. support. Secretary Acheson notes Britain cuts purchases as income falls. Without changes to the Marshall Plan, Britain may not receive more aid this year. Cripps warns further cuts follow.
Pittsburgh July 195? The nation faces its first major steel strike since 1946 as U S Steel rejects CIO United Steelworkers demands for a fourth wage rise and company financed pensions. Talks recessed indefinitely. union calls July 14 meeting to decide on possible strike for July 16. President Fairless warns higher labor costs would raise prices, slow production, and raise unemployment.
Deputy David Acree surrendered to Accomac Sheriff George C. Hope at Accomac courthouse to answer a murder warrant. He was released on a $10,000 bond for July 15 hearing before Trial Justice E. Brooks Smith. Maryland also seeks Acree in the fatal shooting of Earl Wilson aboard a Nelson’s fishing boat in Chesapeake Bay on the Virginia Maryland border.
Campaign chairman Roger Browl urged a large turnout for the final session as the fund campaign nears a decision on the amount to be contributed by the company. The meeting will include a discussion of the future program for the new hospital building and a report on the Raymond plant contributions totaling 21612, with further company funds to be decided at the next board meeting.
Washington July 7 President Truman said he remains committed to fighting for repeal of the Taft Hartley Act and will consult Democratic leaders on whether to bring labor legislation to the House. He noted the Senate passed a Taft-Hartley dominated bill but whether it can pass the administration remains uncertain. He would not comment on a possible compromise with Sims bill and said he would act on any legislation when it reaches his desk.
Westbrook Pegler told a House Labor subcommittee unions are infiltrated by despots and Communists. He claimed unions lack democracy and cited the United Electrical Workers as an example, noting government actions against Red domination and a ban on General Electric dealings with the UEW.
A storm caused a major sewer break releasing sewage and water across streets. Don Wil sioniy and engineers mobilized crews to repair the main line, with three of four would likely need repairs. rainfall continued into the night and few other systems reported widespread damage despite local flooding.
A Union City driver, Clifford Crabs, was cited for traveling 86 in a 55 zone after a rear end collision with Loretta Tripp’s Ford. Mrs Tripp and two others escaped injury as Crabs’ Chevrolet struck the Tripp vehicle on a Corry highway. crash details and estimated damages were recorded.
A muddled OCR fragment shows a 45 year old defendant from Bedford facing trial for a slaying. The record mentions September 19 and July 18 dates, Wolde’s Wade and Wade Woolbridge of Bedford unclear, with counsel Benamine Cayulow referenced as part of the proceeding.
A plane test flight near Warren ended when the craft plunged 200 feet to ground after takeoff. Pilot Lendren Clark, private pilot, died from injuries at Warren General Hospital. Purchaser William G Renisma and others witnessed the crash as the wing struck the ground. Local police reported Clark died shortly after arrival.
Four men were severely burned in a gas well blast at Old Frame near Uniontown Pennsylvania. Fire crews battled the blaze as flames shot 50 feet into the air. James Cornell and Guents Price, both 50, suffered serious injuries and were treated at Uniontown Hospital along with other workers.
President Truman told a Washington press conference that world peace is advancing slowly toward realization. He warned against immediate disarmament steps until a U N security framework is agreed, and noted peace remains the keynote of his administration since taking office on April 12, 1956.
A large Maine warehouse blaze caused about 1.5 million dollars in losses. Firefighters from five departments battled the fire for hours, with flames threatening nearby fuel tanks and rail lines. Witnesses saw heavy smoke along the Penobscot River in Bangor as investigators assessed the scene.
In a split flight from London to New York a Pan Am Atlantic liner forced to jettison fuel and return to base after engine trouble. Showman Sunny Kaye and tennis players Rouse Brough and Margaret Gordon aboard praised crew for swift evacuation. Wimbledon contingent aboard reported safe, wearing life jackets during the abortive journey.
Melvin Vanderhoof of R D 1 was named Best Winner for the new incentive plan at Lorry Jamestown Mfg Corp for an adopted welding method in the screen and storm sash division. Future awards depend on merit of each suggestion. Also reported, Norwood MacGilvary of Pittsburgh, longtime Carnegie Tech art department veteran, died at 78.
President Truman looks set to receive a major bill tonight marking the first success of the Fair Deal program. Leaders celebrate the long pursuit of a new domestic agenda and its anticipated enactment this week.
Assorted press summary reports the housing bill moving through Congress with a $50 billion public housing program. Administration officials and lawmakers anticipate swift enactment and accelerated housing construction, aiming for up to 60,000 public dwellings in the first year and substantial federal subsidies to support low income occupancy.
A six year old Waterford boy, Robert Kuligowski, died after being struck while crossing Route 18 near his home south of Erie. State Police said the youth was dragged about 120 feet by a southbound truck driven by Everett VanTassell, 40, of Erie, connected to the Kool-Vont Awning Co. The incident occurred about 7:15 p.m. on a Wednesday night as wind injuries were noted in the surrounding area.
Demolition of St Elizabeths Church proceeds quickly with Hoquin Construction at work. Workers removed bells radiators steeple and windows and began tin roof removal. Project includes workers from the city and nearby parishes as demolition continues this week.
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