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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1947
Page
1
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The Supreme Court ruled 7 to 2 against John L. Lewis and the United Mine Workers, delaying further strikes and setting conditions for withdrawal of a contract breach notice. Government aims to renew wage talks with operators and the union to avoid a mid summer disruption. The decision preserves a fragile peace through July as miners continue digging under federal oversight.
In Westfield on March 7 a child, Rosemarie Corraher, died at 10 a.m. from pneumonia after being snowbound at home. Highway department crews finally opened the road to the marooned farmhouse, meeting grieving parents Mr and Mrs Clarence Carraher at the door. The child had recently returned home from Sherman Central School ill with a cold as blizzard conditions closed the district.
The Interstate Commerce Commission blamed outdated rails for a Garland Pennsy wreck that killed one engineer and injured twelve, seven of them passengers. The report cited 30 rail failures in 26 miles over thirteen months and noted the Erle-Renayp division line’s equipment history and a 1922 manufactured rail.
A northbound PRR Moonlight train left Comny yesterday morning and was delayed hours by snow near East Aurora a few miles from Buffalo. The direct Buffalo route was blocked between Clymer and Sherman, forcing a detour via Olean Warren and Corry before eventual delivery by nightfall. The blockade was cleared late yesterday and the railroad shifted to alternative routing for the return trip.
Economic irregularities emerge as bankruptcy receiver Delmar Townsend testifies in Harrisburg. He says he paid the judge’s son varying cash fees after other sons asked for a share. The trial involves former Federal Judge Albert W. Johnson and five co-defendants in a conspiracy case.
State Highway Department reports one rotary snow plow en route from Clearfield to clear Route 17 near Corry and Lindsey Hollow before moving toward Carter and Spartansburg. The machine broke down after opening several miles from the city and requires repairs, leaving the hollow and ravine sections impassable. Residents can reach Corry only via Spring Creek as crews race to reopen the road network.
Washington march 7 a nationwide strike April 7 looms in the telephone and telegraph industries. Western Union workers threaten a 0 day walkout if wage and non wage demands fail. National Federation of Telephone Workers has set April 7 as the strike date for about 200 900 employees amid ongoing negotiations.
State lawmakers weigh a statewide daylight saving switch with bills in Harrisburg. Local officials say a decision hinges on a broader vote while opposition from farmers and rural groups signals strong resistance to a universal mandate. City and chamber groups plan to study timing as transport schedules and deliveries face confusion during the transition.
The six family Intge Patterson apartment building at Park Street and Bay Washington changes ownership. Cal Hixson buys from J Harold Patterson, with Hixson planning to occupy units and noting the property’s strong demand and full occupancy.
Detroit listeners will hear Margaret Truman perform with the Detroit Symphony Orchestra in a Sunday night broadcast. The aspiring opera singer, daughter of the President, prepares for her professional debut recital, singing a program of coloratura arias and selections.
Dutch marines board the American Liberty ship Behrman near Batavia after overpowering the crew. Captain Rudy Gray seeks a court order as Marines disarm the crew and secure the cargo amid tensions over Allied restrictions and alleged contraband.
Britain’s Labour government faces a new conservative push as Churchill signals a censure motion over India policy and economic woes. The Commons votes 297 to 188 against Churchill on India, while Attlee’s government awaits a potential three line whip amid party divisions.
Washington reports show Treasury Department funds cut by about four percent and Post Office Department by around one percent as appropriations leaders prepare the House committee. Estimated totals include Treasury at 1 871 517 500 and Post Office around 1 580 725 250 with reductions from current four year figures and presidential estimates. A Senate labor panel hears queries on wage talks and union warnings, while the White House delays news on President Truman due to developments. Mount Etna eruptions send tremors through Sicily with fresh lava tongues and volcanic activity.
Blatt Brothers Theatre Corp announces plans to remodel the Grand Theatre and reopen soon in a 1827 style deluxe format. Rex Theatre will also receive updated projection and interior renovations by G E Picard of Buffalo, including new decoration, lighting, carpets, and a fresh color scheme.
The United States and Britain welcomed Russia's acceptance of a plan to place the Japanese islands under UN administration. Moscow's move signaled possible smooth progress toward a formal trusteeship scheme, though officials cautioned that delays or disputes could still arise in the transition.
The Pennsylvania Gas Company, with Public Utility Commission approval, adopts a priority system for space heating loads. New applications for additional gas heating equipment may be approved only when they are the main source of space heating, with future approvals dependent on fuel and material availability from southwest supply lines. Three thousand Navy Antarctic expedition sailors see civilization return as ships dock at Wellington after three months.
Bitter reactions from miners over a court ruling split opinion. John L Lewis received strong backing from UMW leaders and rank and file at the Pittsburgh area coal pits, with some saying the Supreme Court decision was wrong and others accepting the outcome.
British forces report arresting 21 more terrorism suspects amid martial law in large parts of the Delve population. Authorities say at least two ammunition caches were found as crackdowns continue near Jewish towns outside martial law zones.
John L. Lewis told Congress the United Mine Workers could settle disputes with coal operators if the government ceased using a blackjack on miners. He called government limits on strikes hypocritical and urged that workers retain their right to strike as a basic liberty.
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