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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1946
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR text shows livestock auction items including cattle sheep and hogs with assorted prices and weights, plus mixed references to pens, entries, and racks. The readable portion resembles an auction catalog page with figures like 15.00 18.00 and 12.75 among others.
C A Stennet resigns as city assessor prompting council to address Fairhaven tax cut. May receipts total 3079.13 with bulk gasoline and per capita tax actions plus bids on Rust South street lot. Council approves Waterhouse bid 875 and adjusts taxes as hearings begin.
An early partial tally from Italy’s elections shows the Republic leading the Monarchy by about two to one among roughly one percent of 25 million votes counted. Christian Democrats led the center, with the Comp and Socialist groups vying for second.
Chief Prosecutor Keenan branded Hideki Tojo and 25 deposed Japanese militarists as assassins who caused global war. He described the defendants as "cotton felons" deserving punishment, detailing plans to place individual blame and show that killings were ordered from high circles. The 18,000 word statement was delivered in court before the judges.
Management and Ajax Lodge officers reported a one week shutdown beginning June 30 to allow annual employee vacations. A second week may be taken before September 15. Operations resume July 1. Wage talks between management and the union were discussed informally with some concessions noted and progress toward settlement reported.
Edward Stettinius resigns as U S delegate to the United Nations Security Council with the resignation accepted by President Truman. He arrived in New York from Washington as debate on Franco-Spanish matters continues and questions linger about his future role.
Army Air Force claims twenty one new flight records including jets and helicopters. The Lockheed P-80 Shooting Star averaged 494 mph on a 100 kilometer lap on April 19. Gen Carl Spaatz announced the feat at a national press conference at Wright Field.
The Senate debates extending Selective Service through May 15 1987 with pay raises for armed forces and broader conscription. Senators Gurley Wherry and Donnes push for extended inductions while opponents urge restraint, amid mixed views on extending the draft and its targets.
The Gerry Office of the United States Employment Service reports weekly totals: new unemployment compensation claims 154 a drop from last week along with 213 total current compensable claims down 32. Servicemen's Adjustment Allowances filed by 7 new applicants. 30 job openings remained unfilled. Readouts include New York City figures for unemployment compensation 19 and Servicemen's Benefits 37.
Officials proceed with sewer construction plans for East Wayne area amid engineering reviews and preliminary cost estimates. The project cites a $29,000 submission, potential bridge work over Bear Creek, and involvement from the Department of Health and local authorities for final approval.
Turkish Red Cross reported death tolls from the Easter earthquake may reach into the thousands as rescue work continued. Early estimates showed hundreds dead in three provinces near Lake Van, with many villages leveled and communication largely cut off.
The School Board held a meeting to approve a graduation class for seniors. Supt Seber, 45, presided with Norman J. Edinger, with most members present except for Diwe at Monroe. The board approved the recommendation and adjourned to a regular session next Monday evening.
In Pittsburgh on June 4 Associated Press reports Senator Thaddeus Guffey leads Pennsylvania Democrats with hopes of a state ticket majority under 250000 votes. GOP opposition predicts strong turnout as campaign dramatizes federal harmony versus Republican distrust, signaling a tense election climate.
AP dispatch from New York reports a correspondent returning from almost five years in Moscow sees Russia not seeking conflict with the United States yet bitter toward Britain. He notes Russian leaders and people downplay war talk, stressing wartime hardships and a belief in pursuing peaceful policy while viewing Western hostility as rooted in anti Soviet sentiment.
In a tense move, Wines V Metrilla of the Mawertien Federation of Musicians warned he will stop radio broadcasts if the U S Supreme Court upholds the constitutionality of a strike right. The union leader cited potential legal backing for labor action as key to their bargaining position. Washington politics and international chatter swirl around the issue as Congress debates related measures and President Truman weighs the controversial proposal.
London dispatch reports Ernest Bevin telling the House of Commons that permanent peace in Europe hinges on Russia joining the European settlement. He warns that without Russia entering fully, democracy gains across Europe remain at risk and cites past Allied conduct in peace talks and Russian isolation.
Harrisburg area retail milk prices were raised to 15 cents a quart today, with manufacturers paying about 40 cents per hundred pounds to farmers. Benjamin G. Eynon of the Pennsylvania Association of Milk Dealers announced the increase to maintain milk availability. The move followed directives from federal officials on milk pricing policy.
Negotiations on a shorter work week for seamen stall as union demands clash with ship operators. Conciliator Warren reports temp seacraft limits and staffing disputes, with volunteers from the navy considered for merchant service as the stalemate continues.
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