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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1949
Page
1
Lawmakers begin consideration of a contentious housing bill after a change to reduce total units. The plan cuts proposed construction from 1,050,000 to 810,000 units and shortens the construction window from seven to six years, trimming costs by about one million dollars.
In Washington on June 22 Democrats opened full House debate on President Truman's housing bill with a compromise plan. The administration seeks 1,000,000,000 in loans and 300,000,000 in grants plus a five year program for farm housing, while arguing for reduced low rent subsidies. A witness testified to a separate Philadelphia case as a key grand jury witness was found dead by suicide.
Associated Press report from SUNEERQUE France details the Belgian crew deaths after the ship Astrid struck a mine and sank four miles off the coast. Twenty passengers were injured as steam blasts scalded crew in the engine room while rescuers reached the vessel.
A June heat spell hits New England, New York, and New Jersey with drought fears. Massachusetts reports nine million dollars in crop damage while New York calls the drought serious and Newark seeks water conservation.
A 14 year old local youth George Church of R D 2 caught a four pound fourteen ounce brown trout twenty five inches long. The fish was displayed in the district and city to attract attention. The specimen entered in a local contest at the Shumburr News and Sport Store and is expected to win top honors for the youth.
June 22 Wiram Haggerty aged 57 died at Allehony General Hospital from burns received in a blast while a filling station attendant Abdgebrig, a refinery worker, was burned attempting to time a carburetor on a car.
Prague June 22 Associated Press reports Catholic employees in Czechoslovak government offices sign statements denying support for Archbishop Beran. The regime accuses Beran of wrecking the nation while promising legal action against dissidents as Zapotocky vows to curb church influence and unrest.
Ralph Hamilton of this city escaped serious injury when his 1948 Dodge panel truck skidded on loose gravel near Corry Findley Lake and rolled over. He was returning to Findley Lake. Vehicle damaged front and sides with wheels bent. damage estimated around 150 dollars by Hamilton, others say higher.
The circus troupe arrives in the city with large tents and moving equipment. Two performances are scheduled this afternoon at two and again in the evening, with a final show at eight.
The Archie W. Thompson Post VFW votes to proceed with a $175,000 building at the West Washington Street site capping plans to add new meeting rooms to the existing facilities. The body also allocates $4,000 to the Corry Memorial Hospital building fund after a brief special session.
Judith Coplon testifies she loved Soviet analyst Valentin Gubitchey while denying plans to aid Moscow. Prosecutor Kelley grills her about past meetings and hints at two-night stays, as Coplon insists she would not marry a Soviet-affiliated man.
Large scale plant workers rally in Cary Memory Hospital campaign pledges abound. Raymond Mfg Co and Structural Steel Co campuses host gatherings with executives promising payroll deductions and worker generosity for charity.
Pittsburgh June 22 major sessions recessed as US Steel and United Steelworkers of America paused after a wage and benefits standstill. The union demanded broad improvements including pensions and insurance, while talks aimed to set wages and benefits under the contract. John A. Stephens, VP of US Steel, said written proposals will be presented by Monday with further conferences to follow. Westinghouse Electric and the IBEW planned an opening meeting to discuss a separate bargaining round for about 7,000 workers seeking wage and price adjustments and benefits.
Unclear text describes Lewis and mine operators from northern and western regions beginning discussions on coal mine labor issues. Report mentions United Mine Workers and potential captive mine changes, with negotiations in Philadelphia and possible broader industry impact. Speculation on operators from Bluefields and western regions may attend. A nationwide shutdown looms if talks fail and miners return from May Day vacation.
Berlin strikers vote to reject a railway wage offer amid a brewing walkout. Leaders claim no assurances from Soviet rail managers, while antisocialist factions press for concessions. The strike coalition plans further action and will issue a statement detailing reasons for the rejection.
A single bid from Ludwig Peterson of Warren for the Corry Evangelical United Brethren Church parsonage and educational wing was higher than the $48,000 estimate. Plans were deferred, with the building committee to reconvene next week to review options as both structures face delays.
A segment of the State Council of Republican Women endorsed Mrs. Fignight Durham of Allentown for governor in 1950. The Lebanon view chair of the Republican state committee moved the endorsement. Durham is active in Republican policy and served as a delegate to the 1949 Philadelphia Republican contention and sits on the state committee.
In Washington the labor movement backs a compromise bill on seizure of industries during strikes. James Petrillo, head of the American Federation of Musicians, praises Senators Douglas and Aiken for pushing a favorable bill. Petrillo claims broad worker support, while Taft opposes the plan and Morse delays in the Senate as debates continue on economy and relief measures.
Rainfall measured at various times boosted city crops after a dry spell. An early shower added .07 inches by afternoon, with a lighter shower bringing .09 inches later. Temperatures rose to near 88 degrees as a cooling breeze limited heat stress.
Secretary of State Acheson urged rapid action on the North Atlantic pact and the arms program after returning from the Paris foreign ministers conference. He said the Paris results underline the need to push administration measures this session. The president praised progress toward Austrian independence.
The city gains a new clothing shop opening at 8 Center Street in the former Zuckerman's building. Owners Mrs. Melvin Scheamline and Mrs. Homer Hutiphepy bring retail merchandising experience, aiming to establish Katherine's as a local outlet.
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