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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1949
Page
1
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Paris dispatch reports Soviet Foreign Minister Vishinsky sought more time to study Western plans for a Germany trade accord, delaying a secret Big Four meeting. Western sources cite two key factors: a four power council to supervise German trade and Russian guarantees of free transport rights into Germany in exchange for favorable exchange rates. The delay comes amid Berlin strike disruption and ongoing East-West tensions.
Six contractors took out specifications for the new St Elizabeth’s Church on Pleasant Street. Bids will be opened this evening by the church building committee chaired by Rev. Rey Coy Heidt. If bids are feasible within the church budget, construction may proceed this year. otherwise the project could be deferred.
Washington reports a budget deficit exceeding 1 billion dollars as Congress debates further tax increases and spending amid postwar fiscal strains. The administration contends a 4 billion dollar rise may be needed to offset deficits and propel planned reductions, with estimates showing major outlays for the coming fiscal year and potential gaps widening beyond prior surpluses.
Defense witnesses Harold L. Tickes Edward J. Condon and Emilie Condon testified but mostly avoided questions. Judge Reeves urged Palmer to move along as government prosecutor Kelley pressed for material relevance. Condon and Tickes identified as former officials with ties to interior and standard duties while remarks about a secretary Tud Ruth Gruber arose during questioning.
Robert Gil Br, a HID hopeful, reports losing his wallet while shopping in Damestown. The pocketbook contained about $125 and several cards including a driver license. The loss was reported to police. the money was insured and timing details remain unclear.
Northern operators favor appointing a coordinator to talk contract with Lewis Moses approached about job by Associated Press. Lewis backs industry wide talks with UMW as wage talks proceed with five regional coal groups. Andrew Love and Southern producers weigh plans while meetings unset.
Lancaster Pa June 16 District Attorney Ranek will file a murder charge against a 14 year old babysitter who is accused of heating a child to death after a conference with police and judges. The youth will appear before Alderman J Ed Wand Wetzel today. Six year old Ronald Grennler died at Lancaster General Hospital from a fractured skull and other injuries. Jean Schieh of Lititz admitted beating the boy with a piece of wood after he pulled an electric cord from a wasting machine while she was the babysitter in the basement.
The CIO United Steelworkers Union opens a fourth round of wage talks with U.S. Steel Corp in Pittsburgh. About 175,000 employees across six subsidiaries are involved as talks begin amid slackening demand and reduced output. A possible strike looms if no accord by July 16.
Firefighters from Sugar Grove aided by two units from Busti battled a blaze at the home of Mrs. Sart in Sugar Grove. Estimated damage about 1400 dollars. No occupants were inside the home. Firefighters used a tank truck and long booster lines to Stillwater Creek.
A campaign dinner outlined the push for a hospital drive with a target goal of 700000. Local leaders and committees across town organized by division head OL Walden Mas and others. preparations to begin within days include fundraising, solicitation of city and rural workers, and a plan to engage Beaverdam and surrounding townships.
In successive nights Stanford Hose Company responds to 2:45 AM false fire alarm at Sed. Both incidents involve automatic sprinklers and line pressure drops. reliability concerns cited threaten reluctance to respond in future. Treasury report notes June Washington figures with large balances and expenditures.
Judge Evans warns of dangers to liberty as flags symbolize freedom amid calls for greater public support. Assemblyman Waterhouse notes burdens in democracy while Dorald Nantes reflects on meaning of Old Glory. ceremony includes Elks Club, Boy Scouts, and community sing led by Rev. Clair.
Berlin traffic stays at a standstill as 24 000 strikers in the anti Communist union vote 11922 to 1 973 rejecting a Western Allied compromise. They demand full wages in west marks, job security, and union recognition. the plan offered 15 percent in west marks. The vote followed talks in Berlin overseen by Brig. Gen. Frank Howley with Russian input.
Corry man JoAn Mocandi Bryer vunutt pleaded guilty this morning before Police Magistrate Cobbett to drunkenness and disorderly conduct charges. Fines of 14 dollars plus costs were levied on both counts as he appeared at arraignment. Police noted he was arrested at his home after a complaint from his wife and city officer PalloWing arranged payment.
Washington dispatch reports General Clark calling a Hoover resignation story "delirious" after The Times Herald published a report. White House press secretary Charles Ross dismissed the tale as not credible and said no comment on Hoover controversy.
An Associated Press dispatch notes a mid state heat wave and drought threatening crops and fueling forest fire risks in New England and the Cascade region. Rain offers little relief. temperatures run hot on the coast and dry forests raise alarm from New Jersey to Washington and Oregon. Local areas report emergency water shortages and warnings while farmers anticipate hay harvest prospects amidst scarce rainfall.
A Navy transport plane crash near Santa Monica left seven sailors dead. The DCY trashed into fog while attempting a landing from Morelt Feld San Francisco. The crew from Naval Air Station Merphils Penn were on a training flight when fog hindered aerial search and recovery.
Washington June 15 The Senate neared voting in the labor bill dispute after five days of speech making. Democratic Leader Lucas Illinois said amendments to require inlets to endorse TA and related changes would be taken up first. Approval of four amendments was expected with little opposition. The proposals would align parts of the administration bill with Taft Hartley era standards, impose union financial disclosures, restrict Communist or fascist affiliations, and protect free speech in union relations. Senator Taft predicted approval of all four, while others signaled a potential fifth amendment on government security safeguards amid possible nine day strikes threatening national safety.
The Sparta Club 10 plans its fourth annual horse show at Wattsburg Fair Grounds next Sunday starting at 12 p.m. With over 100 horse entries expected, the event awards ribbons and prizes totaling several hundred dollars. A refreshment booth will offer sandwiches, soft drinks, and lemonade. Weather may affect attendance and the show marks a new venue for the event.
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