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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1949
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR text references a 60 acre farm, a modern write up, August 87, and multiple names and items. It mentions owners, deceased, attorney, a Midway benefit, school hall, and various local details. readable items are scattered and incomplete.
AP reports the nations production slowed to its slackest pace in three years with no end in sight. Fed Reserve Board data show output down 2 to 3 percent from prior months as prices ease and factory slowdowns grow unemployment. Commerce Secretary Sawyer and Wallace clash over unemployment data as GOP eyes political leverage. National of Republicans warns of a grim economy and potential election impact.
William Swanson and Oasttung Waypobh pleaded guilty to disorderly conduct before Justice G. D. Eldred at Spring Creek. Each was fined and costs after arrest Sunday during an altercation linked to a lumber operation near Boar neburi. The two men were confined briefly in Warren County Jail before release.
Washington June 28 Associated Press reports air safety chief Alr Symington announced an agreement to settle the Bendix Aviation Corp plant strike in South Bend Indiana. Terms were kept secret pending a workers vote. Conferences with union and management spokesmen extended through last night and into this morning as Symington acted to ease airplane engine production disruption. Bendix president M H Ferguson welcomed the end of the stoppage and predicted resumed manufacture of airframes and parts.
Liberal Party victory across Canada gives Prime Minister St Laurent a solid mandate through 1954. Liberals won 198 of 292 seats, defeating Progressive Conservatives who won 3. The result marks the greatest Liberal triumph in Canadian history, with broad gains except in Alberta. King had selected St Laurent to lead the party after illness sidelined him. The platform includes added social security measures and health insurance, echoing U S style programs.
McPeak, Pittsburgh area rent director, forecast increases for over 2,000 apartments in the coming three months. He cited a new police order and approvals for landlord improvements as drivers of higher rents amid tightened permit rules.
Pittsburgh officers announce the low bid by the River Oily Bonding Co for the 2 1/8 percent two stage sewer bond issue. Other Pittsburgh firms submitted higher offers. Council moved to accept the Pittsburgh bid and fast track final readings. Ordinance 778 sets bond authorization. Special session Friday to finalize. Also street grade ordinance for Warren and Diane streets near hospital site approved. Water line work includes a new hydrant on Warren Street. Board of Revisions to hear appeals from 1950 assessments set for Sept 19.
Washington reports the Senate rejected a straight Taft Hartley injunction proposal and then faced a divided vote on keeping or altering the injunctions against national emergency strikes. Leaders pushed to the crucial ballots as lawmakers weigh the law's impact.
The Garry Memphis Hospital campaign reports $250,000 goal reached with $57,911 previously raised. A hotel meeting at 6:80 and a volunteer turnout are hoped to complete the total. Employee contributions total $91,920 from local industry workers. final figures to be released Thursday evening.
Democratic leader Senator John H Deny called for immediate investigation by the General Assembly into the flight of industry from Pennsylvania. He cited Sylvania plant closings at Altoona and Emporium and rumors of Pennsylvania Rubber moving to Ohio, urging state action to protect jobs and halt tax-driven losses. Royer said the research agency will retain staff and continue studies authorized by the 1999 General Assembly.
Coal operators in the region favor offering a counter proposal to John L. Lewis seeking a three day work week to avoid a strike but fear potential legal risks under antitrust and government action. Some groups remain hesitant, hoping changes can be made without heavy legal exposure while negotiations continue in Pittsburgh and Bluefield. Personnel from UMW and producing associations meet in hotel conferences as talks extend through May and into August with mixed signals about extending contracts and field-specific deals.
Erie Railroad workers moved a sash crossing gate eastward for safety near Main and South Center streets following a City Council plan to replace a large pole. The effort aims to ease traffic hazards at the southeast corner as utility crews prepare to relocate lines. Golf journalist struck by ball near Harrisburg hospital reports eye injuries.
Treasury report from Washington dated June 28 shows net budget receipts of 201,893,111.38 with expenditures of 199,289,003.46 and a cash balance of 3,246,316,151.23. It lists the Treasury balance and total public funds around 251,902,605,100.98.
Baruch criticizes the Truman administration's mobilization plans and warns the nation lacks a decisive, sustained strategy. He urges a full report on mobilization to Congress and the American people, arguing responsibility must be clarified before it is too late.
Berlin's eight day upheaval ends as strikers go back to work and Soviet backed management signals a pause. Western rail traffic did not resume immediately. Allied and German officials prepare inspection teams before freight and passenger lines reopen. US and Soviet allied leaders meet to seek a path for East West trade amid occupation tensions and rail security concerns.
A New York surrogate court awarded model Belén Bent a portion of her late husband Arthur Mandel s estate. Judge William T Gullins recognized their 1928 common marriage and granted Bent one quarter of Mandel s 250 000 estate while noting she is genteel and attractive. Mandel left Bent all of his 7H det I ne 1946.
A Dutch steamer and a fishing vessel collided southeast of Nantucket Light. No injuries reported as both ships sustained minor damage. Nieuw Amsterdam bound for Hoboken with 958 passengers, Marmax carrying 12 crew. Coast Guard launched Acushne to assist and tow measures pursued for stable afloat.
A fingerprint expert from the Sint Police is due to examine the Ajax Office at the Alor Tron Works after a weekend break-in. Despite desk drawers and a locked desk being pried open, no large sums were stolen and there was no sign of forced entry. Police were alerted when a cleaning woman partially cleared the office and found the scene earlier.
Baltimore dispatch reports Johns Hopkins Hospital announcing success for the fifteenth blue baby operation on a dipper Merion Pennsylvania patient. The procedure was delayed by a prior complication and the boy remains under care for an extended period, with a two week prognosis given.
The House moved toward final action on a sweeping public housing bill amid division over civil rights provisions. Rep. Marcantonio urged an amendment banning discrimination in housing sales and rentals based on race, origin, or ancestry, while administration allies pressed for the broader program despite Republican opposition.
In Canton June 28 a derailed trial centers on Coplon's possession of secret government files. The defense labels the case a political frame as prosecutors recount alleged links to a Russian, amid mixed testimony from government aides and analysts.
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