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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1946
Page
1
Russian minister outlines a federated Germany plan aiming at self sufficiency, provoking a flatly opposed Soviet envoy. The move, seen as courting German communists, clashes with a French proposal and could delay adjournment.
Paris July 11 Russia emerged as a champion of a reunified self sufficient Germany based on a policy speech by Soviet Foreign Minister Molotov He opposed dismemberment and urged a natural state for Germany The Kremlin shift marks a clear stance since the war end and may influence German Communist forces amid chambers debate on Ruhr Saar separation and European security measures
Barbara Davis, widow of Al Davis, urged mercy over eye-for-an-eye punishment. Judge Samuel Lei Bowitz spared the three gunmen, Romano 23 Giarratta 23 and Dondhoe 4, to life imprisonment after a May 28 conviction for the murder during a Brooklyn barroom holdup. The all male jury had recommended clemency.
James McEvoy of Jamestown and Gerald Brant of Columbus face grand larceny and unauthorized use of a motor vehicle charges. Judge Barger adjourned the hearing due to the non appearance of Paul Yuvis, owner of the car, who filed the title in complaint. Proceeding held over to August 16 with attorney Guy Lombardo representing the defendants. They claim Yuvis invited them to ride, remained at Jamestown, then allowed use of the vehicle to friends without permission.
Bulletin briefs from July 11 relay a pogrom death toll in Poland, a Chinese Nationalist counterattack near Tientsin, Greek frontier clashes with Albania, Dachau war crime verdicts, Indonesian mutiny action, Philippine peasants' unrest, Philippine political optimism on transunile aid, and a Harlem prison breakout where 24 inmates are back in confinement after a guard reed shot.
Gen Draja Mihailovic faced the war crimes tribunal as his four hour plea argued his life. He described his anti German stance and defended his Chetnik leadership while acknowledging possible errors. Co-defendants and court monitors heard a detailed career review and calls for fair evaluation.
Washington lifted non federally inspected slaughter restrictions, signaling abundant native dressed meat in Cory district next week. Local markets and stores expect to resume regular hours as Wing-Will stores, Wilcox Food Market, and Loblaw operate with more beef and pork available, with producers resuming home slaughter and increased cattle movement to area processors.
The Coast Guard reported an explosion aboard the 26 foot fishing boat Mamie Sutler about a mile off Rockaway Point jetty. At least nine survivors were brought ashore. the boat sank about two hours later. The yacht Macavie and the yacht America aided in rescue bringing burned and uninjured aboard. Authorities had no information on total aboard.
Dr H B Pine of Chicago, president of Beta Sigma Kappa, asks about 40,000 members of the American Optometric Association to permit eyes to be used after death for aiding those blinded by disease or accident. The idea arose while touring the B S K hive yesterday in Pittsburgh.
In Erie a jealous Yeoman shoots his wife Verda Schmieder and then kills himself after a heated dispute over her WAVES service and his unemployment. The tragedy unfolded at 1129 Fastain Street as their daughter and Adelaide Rivkrade witnessed the events. The coroner and police swear to murder and suicide findings.
Lorry Eighteen registered engineers from the Northwestern Pennsylvania branch of the Society of Professional Engineers attended a dinner and meeting hosted by City Engineer Don Williams at Hotel Corry. The event included a regular business session and social time with engineers from Meadville Erie Warren Titusville and nearby towns.
Ajax Ironworks in Third Ward suspends operations for the balance of the week after a crane motor burn out during yesterday's shift. About 50 employees are affected as core room and surrounding departments await replacement parts from the manufacturer. In Alexandria two British sailors and two Egyptians were seriously injured when a mob threw two crenaries into a British navy truck.
City treasurer Miss Mullen announced school tax notices with a first 2 percent rebate for paying within 60 days of distribution under the new Uniform War collection passed by the State Legislature. Delinquents face a 2 percent penalty. two percent rebate awarded to Oakland resident W. S. Scott who paid ahead.
Clayton Richinga, tied to a shooting at a Warren County farm south of Corry, received a chest wound and later implicated a girl with whom he lived. Buchanan was found guilty of contributing to a minor’s delinquency and related charges, fined 100 dollars and ordered to serve not less than one year in the Allegheny County Workhouse. Further disposition awaits for Azell Rose, another involved resident. Police investigations traced conditions at nearby farms and led to Buchanan’s arrest.
Frank Bliss will take over management of Advance Cleaners in the Ajax building next the railroad crossing, with W A Farley of Pittsville, My. Bliss plans pickup and delivery service once a truck is secured, and to install modern equipment for cleaning and pressing.
Erie coroner investigates the electrocution of Hebert Kibler, 41, a construction worker for David Ludwig Construction Co., who fell about 40 feet at the General Electric plant. Kibler was up a scaffolding when a live wire brought 600 volts, piercing his body and killing him. Co workers shut off power and rushed Kibler to the hospital, where doctors declared him dead.
C J Plant accelerates substation work at Corey Jamestown plant to relieve power strains caused by new spot welding units. General Electric four unit substation, about 40 feet long and weighing over 12 tons, costing around $20,000, has arrived and awaits installation. Construction cement platforms poured. northeast corner of the plant property readied for use.
An 11 year old orphan boy described as a maker of murder stories told how he stabbed 62 year old farm wife Mrs Prank Fletcher to death at her Graysville farm home for the thrill of killing. He borrowed a carving knife and struck a third time in the back after losing nerve, then ran to call state police. A coroner’s jury ruled the wound caused by an unidentified male. The boy had been placed with a juvenile court officer two weeks earlier and had previously been in George Junior Republic.
Reading police reported a Trans Continental and Western Airlines Constellation crash about 12:40 pm EDT four miles north of Reading. Lt Stan East said it was not a regular passenger liner and crews were en route. There were no casualty figures disclosed as authorities awaited details per Army regulations.
Robert Jackson pled guilty in county court to three thefts involving Packard sedans and other autos in Union City Wattsburg Findley Lake and nearby areas. He received 5 1/2 to 5 years in Western Penitentiary plus five years on parole after admitting guilt to the three thefts and two additional linked offenses. Police say Cpl Hubley and Chief Flannigan led the investigation with arrests Monday night.
Democratic Leader Barkley pressed the Senate for final action on an OPA price control revival bill despite veto threats. He claimed a better conference bill exists, while White House opposition and party rivals argued over rent ceilings and other measures. Debates included actions on meat, milk, and energy pricing amid looming filibusters and amendments.
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