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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1947
Page
1
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Washington June 5 Senators negotiate the compromise labor bill after a tough House vote. Democratic leaders say the bill will become law even if vetoed, with Taft and other Senate leaders confident a veto would be overridden. House opposition remains strong as votes show a wide party split.
Harrisburg action targets a revised pay plan of 1950 to 4000 dollars for teachers outside Philadelphia and Pittsburgh. The House Republican leader said the amended measure will go to the Senate for a vote, while the Senate may push its own version with two fewer mandated service increases. Proponents cite the 48 million dollar education fund limit and broader school finance changes.
The exhibit arrives in the city park with U S rifles machine guns a rocket launcher and aircraft mount on view set to run from today through Sunday amid a national drive. Citizens are invited to visit the display during the showing.
Graduates heard speeches stressing participation and world cooperation. Joan Belt urged youth responsibility and proper education, while Miss Vargtan Puree emphasized good citizenship and community growth. Dr. Paul H. Giddens warned of risks without active citizens, urged support for the United Nations and universal military training, and urged local engagement to keep democracy strong.
Secretary of State Marshall called for a comprehensive European reconstruction plan with substantial U S aid over three to four years to avert economic and political deterioration. He urged joint European effort and warned against any government or policy that blocks recovery or profits from misery.
Ridgway reports a Pennsylvathia Railroad freight train derailed near Corry delaying Mo. 581 by over two hours after an eastbound ore train derailment two miles east of Ridgway. Normal traffic resumed as officials investigated the wreck and buses ferried passengers between Philadelphia and Erie to Ridgway.
Harrisburg June 5 The administration urged passage of an amendment to Pennsylvania s soft drinks tax law to remove syrups used for fountain sundaes from the levy and designate the tax as an excise rather than a property tax A revision bill introduced by Rep Charles H Brunner Jr seeks a clear one subject uniform levy while a Dauphin County suit challenges the law s constitutionality on uniformity subject matter and property basis
United Mine Workers chief and operators near agreement as a 10 day cooling period ends June 27. With July 7 deadline looming, talks fail to resolve contract disputes over wage demands and overtime rules. Government may push private ownership by July 1, while a strike could impact production if no pact is reached.
President Truman announced the appointment of former Nebraska Governor Griswold as chief of the Greek Turkish aid mission to administer a 600 million dollar program. He also named Richard P. Alleno to oversee a 50 million dollar relief program for European countries.
Two youths from Corry were arrested by Chautauqua County sheriff deputies for petty larceny after an identification bracelet found at a Findley Lake cottage tied them to the looting five weeks earlier. Williams and Brewer pleaded guilty and were jailed, admitting they took items valued at about 50 dollars and later tried to return them to a Corry home.
Veronica Nekich of Albin High Rchival won the Erie County Dairy Queen title after a July contest in Union City Grange Hall. Attendants were Grace Myers and Clythy Ale tora. The state contest crowns Pennsylvania Dairy Queen on June 26 in Erie. Judges included Lowell Drake and others. Treasury report shows receipts 119,005,797.65 and balance 2,947,108.20.
Pred Christouavin of 1 wrankelin street, yemurray pleaded guilty to fraud conversion tied to Corry Sales. Following sessions, Weare Al ders M Gobbett and others faced charges. The audit showed Christigen borrowed 2860 then diverted 0 sums to private accounts. A hearing was ordered with bail set and potential further testimony expected.
Dr Rob Vent Wheeler 91 of Chicago vanished May 25 from Northampton Massachusetts. His plane wreckage was found in a densely wooded area near Endeavor Pennsylvania ending a 10 day search spanning Rochester and Cleveland. A couple from Queens Settlement heard a crash and led to the discovery. A $1000 reward was offered by Henry Metotyre for the report that found the body.
Headlines and brief bulletins from Washington and Budapest discuss potential communist actions in the Balkans. Reports mention labor union reorganization in the United States and Hungary tightening border controls amid ongoing political tensions.
Rutland Vermont workers struggle to restore gas water and power after a nine foot flood surge caused extensive damage Tuesday night. Officials estimate two to three weeks for normal service and crews rush water supply from Bellows Falls as Greater Boston distributors loan trucked water.
Peter J. Swavey 73 of Warren was found dead after allegedly drowning himself from a cement wall into the Allegheny River. Firemen recovered the body after onlookers saw him crawl over the wall and behave oddly in the area on several occasions.
An aviation study at Wright Field describes a device to eject a pilot from a high speed plane using a 31 millimeter impulse, firing a heavy rod to separate seat and occupant. The test reports rapid acceleration and survivability questions, with Lt. W. H. Ames and doctors detailing effects and practical notes.
Diplomatic authorities speculated that Hungary's Communist coup could lead to a Balkan federation of Soviet states. The Associated Press notes Moscow's influence and regional tensions, with potential alignment extending from the Baltic to the Atlantic.
President Truman denounced the Communisteroup in Hungary as an unacceptably destabilizing force and said the United States will not stand idly by. State Department officials weigh a formal protest and new economic actions as Moscow allies consolidate control in Budapest and neighboring regions.
The Senate completed ratification of the first four peace treaties. The Romanian and Bulgarian agreements were approved by voice vote, with the Allied pact linking Italy, Romania, Bulgaria and others moving forward. President Truman announced the action at a news conference.
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