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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1947
Page
4
The article discusses President Truman's potential veto of a tax relief bill amid trade union regulation debates. It recalls past vetoes by FDR in 1944 and Cleveland in 1894, noting how political pressures and economic mood influenced tariff and revenue measures and their passage without signatures.
A survey of trivia items and questions appear from a historical classified page. Topics include inventions, geography, politics, music, literature quotes, and a mid-century fire report with details on a Marshall farm blaze and property loss.
Philadelphia police investigate a baffling murder case after a blonde woman’s body was discovered packed in an oil drum, wrapped in a May 7 newspaper with sawdust and clothing. Autopsy pending to determine cause of death. an identity search follows.
Pastor Francis J. Graves of St. Thomas Church was presented with a monetary gift by friends in Corry. The presentation marked his 36th ordination anniversary and 20th year as pastor of the local church.
A large gathering attended the funeral at Bracken-Keating Funeral Home for Morris Chapin a respected merchant who died Saturday morning. Rev F Hildebrand and Rev W L Minnigh officiated with both active and honorary bearers. Burial followed in Evergreen Cemetery with many relatives and friends from Union City and surrounding towns in attendance.
On June 3 the truckers of Local 249 began a second day of strikes in Pittsburgh amid 38 cent demands while employers offer 16 cent raises from base pay. The walkout threatens shortages of processed foods and drugs as embargoes on less than carload shipments arise and three railroads block such loads. A memorial service saw local merchants attend and Gerry stores close.
Local items recall Hal Pifer nephew of Mrs B M Jourdet of this city killed in Tampa riot after mob attacked a jail to seize a confessed slayer. Corry lad captured in Duprik after following Walter Main Show was brought home by an older brother. Edward Berry graduates Beckley College. Ralph Hixson and Robert Beagle sing in Rip Van Winkle at junior high. Elmer Shuse new R B D carrier Route 9 after Julson Frost retirement. Rebecca Mackenzie home from Skidmore College for summer. D A R Spar tansburg chapter hosts 24 members with regular meeting and pleasant afternoon.
Undersheriff Richard K. Moynihan and Deputy Merle Campaign said burglars forced a ground floor window at the W. Broadhead residence in West Billcott while many residents were away for the holiday. They stole jewelry cameras watches an electric shaver and other items valued at about $300. The crime was not found until owners returned home.
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