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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1948
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR text mentions a route and the Yard with scattered names and items. The readable content hints at a rural or street scene with references to people and places but lacks coherent events or outcomes to define a clear news item. It preserves era feel and local tone without actionable specifics.
Damaged OCR fragment hints at a dated notice likely involving a financial figure of 5.65 and a day. Names, places, or entities are unreadable, leaving only partial action and value.
A preview of 1948 business prospects cites gains in some sectors like autos and textiles while others face slowdowns. The report foresees strong passenger car demand and a possible rise in railroad activity, balanced by declines in truck and non auto needs. Continued expansion in steel, petroleum, and mining may outpace prior records, with continued coverage on page eight.
Philadelphia July 10 Senator Scott Lucas was reported to have the inside track as Truman’s running mate for 1948. Though Lucas denied candidacy an associate said events could force him into the ticket, while White House aides noted no final decision. Other Democratic moves and names floated amid a tense convention scene.
County treasurer to receive a $1,470 check in lieu of taxes for the Pairhaven housing development covering January 1 to December 31, 1948. Housing official Helen M. Gush notes the payment mirrors tax at the same amount if not exempt, with allowances for public services and improvements. The PHA remains the only tax exempt body in the county, based on the project valuation of $150,000 set by the county.
Elgin suffered a barn fire at the Paul Steen farm late yesterday afternoon. Firefighters from the Cory and Onion City stations responded, battling the blaze with booster tanks. Mrs. Steen and her husband were indoors and in the fields respectively when neighbors alerted authorities. Total damage estimated at around 3600 dollars.
Four hundred two employees at Raymond Mfg Co joined the UAW CIO after a tight 280 to 117 vote with 42 not voting and three challenged ballots. NLRB will review disqualified ballots in Pittsburgh, with final decision to be announced at a joint meeting. Bargaining talks to start immediately after certification.
Three armed men conducted separate holdups at night clubs in Columbus, fatally shooting Earl C. Ambrose of the Ambrose Tavern after a struggle and wounding Ruth McBurney, 48, at White Cross Hospital. The spree netted about 8,000 dollars in cash and 1,000 dollars in beads across two venues, with patrons briefly scattering dishes and fear in the chaos.
July 10 reports Lawrence Hudson of Pittsburgh died in Trumbull Memorial Hospital, the second victim of an Erie Railroad crossing accident. Niles resident 49, identified as TurTas Balk, was killed earlier that day. The crash occurred at a railroad crossing near town, with investigators citing a brutal impact and unsafe crossing signals as factors.
Europe wide party groups turned down an invitation to the fifth Yugoslav Communal Congress at Belgrade on July 21 as Moscow media reported. In Rome Budapest and Prague refusals were confirmed while Greek troops seized Kolokitha Heights near Nestorion as rebels fortify the Gratimos range.
The Harvest forecast from Washington predicts the largest general farm crop in history. A record corn crop of 3,328,862,000 bushels and a wheat crop near last year’s peak promise more meat at home and exports, easing prices eventually though immediate relief may be limited as supplies stay tight and hogs are kept for breeding. Also notes Negro actor James Baskett, 44, famed for Uncle Remus, died in Hollywood.
Thieves looted eight slot machines at the Union City Moose Club early yesterday, taking contents from quarter and dime machines. The heist followed a similar pattern to prior Union City burglaries, with a trap door and attic route used. Discovery came at 9:15 am by cleaner Ruby Burns. time of theft placed between 7 and 9 am. The exact amount stolen remains unknown but believed to be in the hundreds of dollars.
Area milk producers urged a 5 cent per hundredweight price boost at a May hearing in the Erie County courthouse. They seek wholesale milk rising from 5.35 per hundredweight to 6.10, implying a two cent per quart retail rise. Dairymen cited feed costs at 146 percent of 1941 levels and argued profits have fallen. The Pennsylvania Milk Control Commission, chaired by H N Cobb, presided over the session, with Dairymen's League Cooperative Association and Erie-Crawford Dairy Cooperative Association presenting. The processors did not demand a specific hike but noted reduced profits during the prior months.
A young acrobat fell 110 feet from a trapeze during a Palisades Amusement Park show watched by about 18 000 spectators. She suffered a broken thigh, pelvis fracture, and other injuries and was hospitalized in Englewood. The incident ended her performing career, according to family members.
Cairo July 10 Arab and Jewish forces clash as UN mediator Bernadotte reports to UN headquarters. Both sides claim gains near Tel Aviv and Jerusalem, with 200 fighters captured and a Jewish gun post taken near the coast. A 10 day ceasefire proposal is presented, while battles widen in the old city and around Lydda.
The Chamber of Commerce board advanced the possibility of hiring a full time secretary by appointing a committee to study the move. Since Rasselas W. Brown lash resigned last year the group has operated without a secretary. A training plan with government support is proposed to cover costs. The credit bureau may become self sustaining under the Retail Merchants Bureau with a fee based on usage. The group also discussed the Paint Up Clean Up Fix Up campaign from June, which was seen as a success.
The Chinese yuan plunged to an all time low near 8,000,000 to 1 on the black market as prices surged. The stock exchange closed within minutes after opening amid a police sweep of markets for black market traders dealing in U S and Hong Kong money. Rice prices jumped to 28,000,000 per 175 pound bag as government ceilings were ignored.
A rumor that the Corry Pennsylvania Electric Company office would move to Erie was debunked by company controller FF Lawson. He said clerical centralization is planned overall, with some accounting tasks shifting to Erie and largely by machines, but the Corry office will remain. The change aims to economy and will not seriously affect local operations or schooling.
Washington July 10 The nation's railroads are back under full private management after government seizure ended yesterday afternoon. The move follows settlement of a wage dispute between workers and operating brotherhoods after May seizure aimed to avert a threatened strike.
Western powers publish the text of notes sent to Moscow asserting they will not be forced out of the city by threats or pressure. The notes outline concerns over security and sovereignty and stress a firm stance against coercive diplomacy.
American officials say Moscow may yield to Western pressure and lift the Soviet blockade of Berlin. If not, the United States Britain and France will pursue a UN backed legal route to secure access to the city. Washington London and Paris released notes to Moscow outlining rights of access and warning against coercive measures.
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