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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1947
Page
1
Legal notice fragment references sow Ewe Wh RL Dyke et al in a seven am hearing. Case involves disputed land or property matter with brief docket details and party names readable from the fragment. Further specifics are unreadable in the OCR.
The readable fragments mention SADE and Ute and reference wind, stocks, and grain. The passage remains garbled with uncertain words and lacks clear events or identities to form a coherent news item.
Pittsburgh July 10 The nation’s coal mines edge toward normal operation after a near walkout by northern miners and a southward standoff. An estimated 135000 Northern Line miners and about 100000 Southern workers face potential stoppages with wage talks and contract terms seen as leverage. Experts warn prices may rise as producers price in looming upheaval and demand.
A brush fire near Cambridge Springs destroyed a large pile of utility poles and wiring delaying the Tara electrification program in the Corry area by one to two months. Firemen battled the blaze for two hours. pole damage estimated at 50 000 to 75 000 and portions of poles were originally slated for rural installation.
A second child was bitten by a dog in the city last evening near Wayne Street. The dog owner, Gerd Stiples, was detained for violating city ordinances after the incident. Earlier, Centre French, son of Mr and Mrs Paul French, was bitten by a dog that was treated by a local physician.
The Corry post office reported higher receipts for the fiscal year ending June 30, with month by month gains over the previous year. In 1908 the heaviest month totaled 9,061 dollars, compared with 8,884 dollars the prior period, reflecting broader business activity in the city.
George Mekketa of Corry pleaded guilty before Police Magistrate M. L. S. Cabbett to an assault and battery charge. He was fined $28 and costs, placed on a $500 bond to keep the peace. The hearing, delayed from last Saturday, related to an assault on Ford Dundon, foreman at the Corry Jamestown Mfg Co plant after Dundon discharged Mekketa. Mekketa was represented by Attorneys Walter Scott and Beeger Brown.
Violin maestro Rubinoff travels to Pittsburgh to mediate a family dispute over the sale of the home he had given his mother. Mrs. Lubbie Rubinoff asks court to cancel the deed and bar sale or advertisement, saying she did not understand signing. Rubinoff says the issue stems from a family quarrel and plans to move his mother to California. the rest of the family supports his account.
Former Missouri Rep Roger C Slaughter warned a scandal threatens the presidency as he attacked the Pendergast machine and President Truman. He cited impetuosity and alleged undue influence shaping campaigns and party ethics while praising the president as honest.
Garys remut businessmen faced a sharp retail downturn as resurfacing on Center Street halted parking and blocked trade for two days. Police said open by Malin street northward by tomorrow, with retailers noting the brief disruption followed by the low two weeks in recent months.
Paris reports Hungary Romania Yugoslavia Poland and others from the Soviet sphere skip the Paris European economic conference. Finland Albania and Switzerland debate participation terms as Czechoslovakia and Austria plan to join. Britain France Norway Sweden Denmark and Italy signaled attendance. Spain was not invited.
An 11 year old named Anthony Manuo died after clinging to the side of a New York subway coach. He grabbed the inner door sill as doors closed and was crushed between the train and a station pier. Police say any one rider could have stopped the disaster by pulling the emergency cord.
A Washington committee spokesman criticized blocking oil shipments to Russia and urged quick export quotas. The Commerce Department was urged to manage supplies and domestic needs while a few weeks away from potential quotas.
Washington July 10 Senators George W. M. Ga and Hickenlooper led a group of 22 members in branding a UN reorganization proposal as premature. They urged patience to allow the United Nations to demonstrate effectiveness before any enforcement role. The lawmakers warned against rushing reforms, preferring extra time to seek consensus and peace initiatives.
Harrisburg reports a new law signed by Gov. James Duff cuts unemployment compensation taxes up to 50 percent for many employers. Savings exceed 20 million dollars this year as the fund reaches at least 8.1 percent of wages paid in the past 18 months. A 1948 schedule lowers rates further for small labor turnover while maintaining a 9.1 percent ceiling on total wages.
Roland E. Wood 24 Franklin died in Oil City Hospital from injuries after being struck by a Pitts Surph Oil City passenger train in the Base Rad yards between Grant and Liberty. Railroad officials say he was not on duty at the time. hospital staff report severe head injuries and other trauma.
President Truman endorsed legislation to create a Missouri Valley Authority and supported a comprehensive flood control program for the Midwest. He spoke at a news conference clarifying no travel plans tied to invitations and avoided comment on any Benghli trip.
Five New Castle men bid on the old Shenango Tin Plate Mill once used during the war by Aluminum Company of America and transferred to the government. Bidders include G Camoree the county judge, Mayeur John Haven, Ivar W. Davis, Roger W. Roland, and Robert W. Cunningham. They aim to reopen the plant for small welder occupation to boost employment.
John Tolar, a Corry man, was arraigned in Buffalo court on a first degree robbery charge for the Aquar store holdup. Police say the suspect entered the shop about 8 20 p m and, aided by an accomplice, took cash from the till. Roland Boland, of Sixth Street, was identified as an associate and later arrested nearby. no gun was shown.
Prime Minister Atlee announced recommendations for governing positions in a divided India. Jinnah and Liaquat Ali Khan are referenced in shaping a future dominion status next month. Viscount Mounthatten named as viceroy general of Thala and Ajilee chosen as governor general, with formal confirmation awaited.
Queen Elizabeth's sister Princess Elizabeth announces engagement to Philip Mountbatten at Buckingham Palace. Crowds in rain greet the couple as Westminster Abbey wedding is planned for autumn, likely October, with a measured royal ceremony and modest pomp amid economic concerns.
Washington July 10 The White House reviews an advisory report assessing how John Lewis coal contract raises living costs. Dr Edwin G Nourse heads the council and will present findings to the cabinet for a mid year report. Hartley warns of enforcement actions while officials weigh wage effects and political risk of a new coal strike.
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