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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1946
Page
1
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President Truman selects Fred M. Vinson for chief justice and John W. Snyder for secretary of the Treasury. Republican opposition centers on High Court personnel as swift confirmation is anticipated. Senator Johnson Calhoun assures no difficulty, while others expect some delays in the Navy undersecretary choice.
President Truman reshuffles top advisers placing Pred M. Vinson at chief justice path and promoting John W. Snyder reconversion director and John J. Sullivan to under secretary of the Navy. Critics doubt Senate approval but stance remains for confirmation. Walton Hotel to close over fire safety violations in Philadelphia.
An isolated strong earthquake was recorded west of Boston near Weston College and north of New York in offshore waters. The tremor caused noted damage in southern New Mexico and was detected by seismologists including Father Linghan and Joseph Lymah.
Charles H Geiger has submitted his resignation as treasurer of the Corry School District. President Norman J Edinger said the resignation will likely be formalized at the board meeting next Monday. Geiger has served as treasurer part time since July 1 1945 after 18 years as secretary and manager of the business office. He and Mrs Geiger plan to move to Erie to live with their son and daughter in law Frank D Geiger. The board did not indicate who will be elected to replace him.
Mark Kelmapik appealed his case to Erie county court yesterday after a hearing before Magistrate Gordon. Krizanik faced charges of reckless driving following an incident on West Main Street where his car dragged a dog approximately 80 feet and drove 200 feet before stopping. The magistrate found him guilty and the appeal moves to Erie. The case highlights a spate of speeding and reckless driving on West Main and nearby streets as police try to curb the practice.
Aero Supply Mfg Co Inc announces policy change to comply with the Supreme Court ruling on veterans returning from military service. The statement traces the history of the Selective Service Act and General Hershey's prior regulation granting job preference, noting the company will align with the Court’s decision granting veterans the exact same job preference as if they had not served.
John Willis of Corry won two appeals in county court yesterday. Jodie Burton Littb ordered his discharge and removed the counts of reckless driving and speeding in the Route west of the Greyhound Post House collision. Willis’ attorney had sought dismissal after arguing the Erie driver’s complaint aimed to shift blame onto him.
Moscow accuses the Catholic hierarchy of pro-Pascist sympathies and Pope Pius of trying to sway French and Italian voters. A Tass report via International Observer on Moscow radio says Italy’s elections favor democracy despite the Pope and views French polls as a victory for the left despite Catholic total opposition.
Reports from Rome describe a large monarchist demonstration halted by police after clashes with republicans. Flares and tear gas were used as officers intervened, with at least 400 monarchists reportedly detained amid tense conditions in Naples and Rome.
Associated Press reports John L. Lewis led United Mine Workers and anthracite operators in renewed talks in New York on June 7 to craft a new contract ending a week old Pennsylvania hard coal strike. Progress noted but details withheld with a tentative written agreement expected.
Harrisburg reports that industries fear a job exodus as new rules push women to long midnight shifts. Secretary William Crowner notes protests by affected advisers. backlogged orders rise as postwar limits are repealed and schedules extend to June 30. Textile sectors claim prewar shifts impose hardships and drive workers to three shifts.
In a pivotal move the Moslem League approved the British cabinet mission's partition plan with hopes of progress toward independence for India. Jinnah's council directed immediate negotiations with Viceroy Wavell to join an Interim Central Government, while calls for unity surfaced in Simla remarks.
Russia and Argentina restore diplomatic relations after 29 years, announced by President Juan D. Peron at a press conference in Buenos Aires. The move ends a severed ties period dating to 1917, signaling a shift in regional and global trade posture amid U.S. tensions.
Diplomatic reports say Russia and Argentina seek broader collaboration and trade as Argentina under President Peron and Premier Stalin pursue a joint hemispheric stance. U S policy remains cautious while Moscow and Buenos Aires outline full diplomatic relations and commercial exchanges.
Associated Press reports President Truman nominates Vice Admiral Ben Morell, coal mine operations head, for promotion to four star admiral. Also notes Mexican exiles demand sovereignty over Santa Catalina and nearby islands. London prepares for royal celebration. Nomura to resign from Japanese privy council amid postwar purge.
The OPA under Director Chester Bowles announces milk price increases to two to four cents per quart, affecting milk, cream, butter, and related dairy products. Retail sales shift as wholesale costs rise and consumer prices follow, with adjustments planned nationwide.
The House moved to pay about 15 million veterans an average of 250 dollars for furlough time not used in uniform. Legislation covers service since September 8, 1950, with payments based on 2.5 days per month of service up to 120 days, deductions for time used in service, and payments to next of kin if a veteran died. Programs exclude future wars and emergencies. A separate Japan school incident reports thirty-nine second graders striking over vegetable distribution, then apologizing after teacher visit.
In New York June 1 unions The Sea Farers International Union and Sailors Union of the Pacific authorize an immediate strike vote as AFL NMU leaders gather for a war council. They threaten walkouts across 80 ports, with labor clashes tied to negotiations and government mediation efforts.
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