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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 24, 1946
Page
1
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A highly secretive operation plans to detonate an underwater atomic device near Bikini Atoll today at 4 35 PM weather permitting. Three dozen ships and many smaller craft are stationed around the lagoon awaiting the blast with meteorologists monitoring a storm front moving over the area.
News today that 18 Renault nosepn P Gatley will attend the Company A reunion at the Veterans of Foreign Wars event this Friday and Saturday. State Farm Security Administration liaison Lay Rodgers or Carson B. Mer ty are being sought as guest speakers. More than 200 reservations have been received from 14 states, with a large crowd expected. the Ladies Auxiliary will serve a turkey banquet at St Edward's School Saturday evening.
Reported picketing near Aero Todge LA faded as morning shift entered We Aero Supply Mig Go offices. Union president William Lutton said no plans to bar workers or seek talks with management were in place and no new word from the corporation about meetings.
Washington July 24 The Civil Aeronautics Board ordered Lockheed Aircraft Corp and four other firms to show why Lockheed Constellation airliners now grounded should not be permanently removed from service. Named in the complaints are Lockheed, Wright Aeronautical, Engine Maker, and three Axisine companies used with the planes Pan American Transcontinental and Western Air American Overseas.
A wave of anti-incumbent sentiment swept three veteran Democratic congressmen and three longtime state officials from office in Oklahoma's primary. Personalities were the main issue with no major state or national questions raised. Treasury report shows July 22 balances and expenditures amid campaign activity.
Erie County Democrats chose Owen Pat Burns, attorney, as chairman in a bitter split that mirrored factional rifts from prior months. Burns won 74 to 52 over Logan with two ballots disqualified, as meetings included limited attendees and tense accusations flew between rival camps.
A Lancaster fire destroyed the fourth and fifth stores of a six story building housing a YMCA dormitory and rooms. Estimated damage is $75,000. No injuries were reported. Fire crews fought the flames from downtown Lancaster as the blaze began on the fourth floor in the boys department and the dormitory rooms.
OPA moves to restore price ceilings across most goods by August 20, with temporary measures in place as new standards under a revival bill are set. Officials say ceilings will be broadly applied though some major food items may be exempt.
Principals Howard J. Sheen of the Senior High and Horard Wolfe of the Junior High begin a city wide school census under the state code. They will complete preliminary papers early next week and then canvass homes in four wards. All children of school age must be listed and parents are asked to have information ready to avoid a second trip. The survey aims for an unusually accurate count and to finish within four weeks starting Monday morning.
Washington July 24 mounting evidence of civil war in China dimmed U S plans to help build a modern Chinese army. Senate and House leaders privately said legislation to assist in organizing training and equipping such forces has little chance before adjournment. Some Capitol belief persists that a last minute Byrnes appeal might prompt action. No State Department move is planned.
A tense Jerusalem scene follows the King David Hotel bombing as Arab leaders threaten action if Britain cannot curb Jewish arms. Police search for Jewish leaders and groups connected to the attack while UN and British officials weigh future steps.
A remodeling project is advancing for a new women and children's apparel store in Corry. Nathan Reich and son plan a mall location near the old Red Cross headquarters, with delayed completion for fixtures and stock, aiming to open before the holiday trade season.
Kenneth Hanley a 36 year old war veteran was charged with murder after the shooting of his estranged wife in Norristown He surrendered to police at his parents home after eluding pursuit for a week He had been wounded in the leg and was hospitalized at Montgomery Hospital The victims were Mrs Jelen Hanley 22 and John Hoffeman 28 who were in a parked car when attacked.
In New York on July 24 Soviet UN representative Andrei Gromyko rejected major United States proposals for control of atomic weapons. President Truman signed legislation authorizing flood control and hydroelectric projects costing up to 2 billion dollars. The House demanded term pay for GIs and GIs. a rally argued for restoring the original pension provision for soldiers.
Washington reports a widening clash between the United States and Russia over postwar booty from Germany and Japan. Key issues include a proposed permanent transfer of German reparations deliveries to Russia and Moscow’s possible claim to a share of reparations from Manchuria, prompting U S opposition to broader Russian demands while citing Potsdam limits.
Senate war investigating committee requests assistance from White House and War Department in probing wartime munitions profits. A budget of 65,000 dollars is drafted to widen the search for frauds as a deadly mortar shell mishap in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, claims Woodsman (age 43) killed by a premature explosion. The tragedy, witnessed by Julius Lutter and others, underscores dangers of defective chemical mortars in Europe and the broader war effort.
Angeles, July 24. Two and a half weeks after his spectacular crash in an experimental plane, millionaire Howard Hughes is described as in pretty good shape by physicians. Doctors credit his stamina and fighting spirit with keeping him alive despite a crushed skull and multiple injuries as drainage in his jet jett has been managed and he is showing movement.
Washington July 24 opponents of OPA pressed final criticisms as the Senate moved toward President Truman with a price control revival bill. The House had approved a companion measure and debate centered on extending rent and meat dairy ceilings while forming a three member board to decide later restorations. Officials signaled Truman’s approval or veto could come promptly after Congress acts.
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