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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1949
Page
1
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State Department officials say the Marshall Plan faces strains in Congress and Europe as the European recovery program enters a pivotal phase. President Truman linked ECA funding to broader Western security, urging swift action on the Atlantic pact and military aid while warning against slippage in public support.
Bethlehem Steel Corp announces 500 furloughed workers at its Bethlehem plant as a one week United Mine Workers walkout begins. Railroads report widespread traffic declines affecting 15,000 workers, with some layoffs tied to interdepartment transfers to avoid further cuts. Officials cite slack orders and market downturn as causes.
The U S Court of Appeals upheld contempt of Congress convictions of writers John Howard Lawson and Dalton Trumbo. They were among ten Hollywood figures cited for refusing to answer House Un-American Activities Committee questions during the Communist investigations last year. Both faced possible Supreme Court review after appeals.
Washington June 13 House spy investigators reworking a “super report” on Russian espionage promised to reveal an in depth history of Communist spying including military and industrial cases. They expect weeks before release with more hearings on atomic espionage. They plan to question Frank Oppenheimer and his wife about a Red cell at Berkeley and connect to J Robert Oppenheimer.
About 450000 coal miners halted work in a planned week long walkout as John L. Lewis and U S Steel officials opened contract talks in Philadelphia. Lewis pressed for higher benefits and floated a share the work system to balance output when demand falls, warning the industry could “starve together” if not stabilized.
Washington June 13 labor measure debate stalls as Senate pivots to international wheat treaty. Foes of the Taft Hartley substitute fear the administration bill’s chances fade while a Republican rewrite preserves most TH provisions. The coal mine walkout called by John Lewis is seen as aiding labor’s push to keep the injunction section.
A brief ceremony under a hot sun marks excavation as 200 attendees gather on West Smith Street to kick off the Corry Memorial Hospital project. Helen Gumbleton launches the first spade with Roger Browh presiding, urging public support for the fundraising drive launching June 22. Veterans groups attend with VFW and American Legion members as architects and builders outline the modern facility’s need and job creation.
The annual tribute to the American Flag will be paid here tomorrow evening at eight o clock in program under the auspices of the Elks Lodge. A parade forms on the lawn of the VFW Home and marches along specified streets to City Park. Local bands and corps join from Cosy High School, VFW, and veterans posts. The park program includes flag staff, songs, prayers, remarks by Donald J Nantes, and a sequence of patriotic numbers led by the Elk Male Chorus and Roger McCray with an Evans flag address and a Benediction.
At St Edward's final ceremony in St Thomas Church Rev Francis Graves urged graduates to apply faith and learning to adult life amid turmoil. Miss Dorothy Sarnik and Miss Mary Sullivan received diplomas for commerce and new curriculum. Miss Colleen Moley for a modern curriculum. Alumni and students attended as awards were presented for attendance and military post honors. several recipients named with medals and certificates.
The Senate today approved the appointment of Gordon Gray as secretary of the Army with unanimous consent. Gray, of Winston-Salem, N C, had been under secretary of the Army and will now lead the department. The Senate also confirmed John J. Medley of New York as high commissioner for the German mission, William Foster of New York as deputy administrator for economic cooperation.
Volunteers from Roy and Mead Park join a community project to build a park pavilion. Frank Parsons led the effort with John Olive, Merle Methyre, Raymond Sandburg, and others assisting, using donated materials from Hallon’s Dairy Bar and local suppliers. A Saturday start followed the previous carpentry phase.
Corry Jamentons Mfg Corp workers will undergo x ray screening Thursday June 11 in a Erie County Tuberculosis Association effort. J Kenneth Winter executive secretary says the survey follows successful school tests and aims to x ray about 10 000 industrial workers yearly to detect pulmonary tuberculosis and related conditions.
Joseph Fucel of Mendville faced charges after overtaking a truck on Route 77 led to a wreck near Spartansburg. Police report Fucel misjudged the passing and forced the truck to swerve right, sending both vehicles off the road. Lincoln, 86, sustained back and leg injuries and was hospitalized after the collision.
Corry VFW Corps won first prize at a parade judged by local officials. The 34 members wowed spectators with a polished drill and musical display. Attendance drew residents and visitors, including former residents and dignitaries, amid a night of festivities and a public budget note from Washington.
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