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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1946
Page
1
Fragmented OCR notes describe an estate settlement in Lele County with references to a police examiner and city officials. Mentions a time 10:00 and a market pause with prices and goods listed, but many words are garbled and unclear.
A Corry Area School Board meeting discussed state funds increasing salaries and the impact on the budget. The district will receive about 60 000 in state aid, with salaries rising to 4200 for some staff and 2300 for teachers with master's degrees. The board approved diplomas for returning soldiers and other routine actions, plus plans for bids on a school supplies contract and spring athletic coaching.
Officers at the Army recruiting office in the Post Office building announced local youths enlisting for three years in the Army Air Forces. Richard L. Clark of Carry, Pa. Robert Fenton of Cony, Pa. Richard Le Myray of Corry, Pa. and Merton J. Mountain of 41 East Church Street, Aurty, Pa, will serve in the European theater after training.
President hopefuls and supporting groups acknowledge defeat as electoral votes shift. Reports indicate Tamborine maintains lead in key districts with 216 electoral votes possible, while Pern holds 40 electronic votes and other figures remain contested. The Associated Press notes disruption and misprints in early tallies.
Independent candidates mount challenges to GOP and Democratic surrogates for state offices ahead of the May 21 primary. Key figures include GOP hopefuls like Tax Governor and James H. Daft with three independents opposing him, and Democrats such as Col. John S. Rice facing Henry Arthur Moni and Joseph J. Custey in closely watched races. Other races feature Elizabeth Jordan Kisbunen and Dan Strickler among several against-party rivals with March 18 deadline to file and late March withdrawals possible.
The Board of Education approved a viewers award for property on Flat Avenue with a valuation of 11 500, owner JA to retain salvage value 11 000. The board may adjust or appeal the decision while awaiting bids on remaining parcels as wrecking bids are readvertised.
Associated Press report from Washington says housing interests urged Congress to mandate a 15 percent rise in general residential rents nationwide. They asked inclusion in pending bills to extend OPA rent controls for another year after June 20 and proposed exemptions for new units and state-controlled limits be allowed to replace federal rent rules.
Erie figures including Mrs Thomas S Shannon and Mr McNary attended the Erie American Red Cross Wind Campaign opening. A 250 dinner followed, with Rabbi Carrick aiding the program. Clarence Pulling led introductions of campaign heads and emphasized Red Cross needs for home and overseas relief as service members return from recent conflicts.
Assoc Press dispatch from Waring on March 12 details John L. Lewis leading UMW negotiations for a new soft coal contract. Operators presented statistics to show industry decline and pressed for wage and policy terms to offset any price increases.Lewis seeks longer term gains including shorter workweeks and royalty provisions, while the administration weighs price policy and potential impacts on reconversion. The talks involve 250 UMW policy committee members, with key figures like Ext. Va Horn of Cleveland praised for fairness.
Federal grand jury indicts Morria Cohen and Sam Snider, both Pittsburgh names, on two counts each for receiving and concealing stolen government property and conspiracy related to sugar stamps. They were arrested after a suitcase held used sugar stamps valued at 110,000 pounds. Other indictments expected. A small grass fire occurred near Bear Creek during the same period.
Paris March 12 Associated Press reports the French government approved a note to the United States and United Kingdom urging the UN Security Council to deem the Franco government of Spain a menace and deserving isolation. In Pittsburgh area a Pennsylvania Supreme Court ruling halted Westinghouse Electric from striking at CL0 Electricat Workers Union plant in Allegheny County. Washington March 12 Senator Connally Weed urged a New Biz panel to discuss language clarity and possible action to ease tensions with Russia. Savannah March 12 Russia and other Bretton Woods signatories face deadlines to join currency and lending bodies, with Vinson noting likely steps at an informational conference near Washington Island.
Chrysler unveils the Royal four door, a postwar model with mechanical transmission enhanced brakes and interior styling. Wallace notes the car showcases new features including indirect interior lighting and a safety light over the emergency brake handle.
Bradford residents search for cause after a sudden aerial incident two miles east of the city. chaotic scene described with exploded debris and falling structures. officials investigate hazardous material exposure. March date noted with police and local authorities coordinating response.
City officials report improved results after meters were overhauled and reinstalled. Drivers urged to report defects immediately as faulty units caused complaints and roaming issues. Police note devices kept on hand for quick replacement. thousands of meters were found worn or failing, with many repairs completed in weeks.
The court dismissed an appeal by Prudential Insurance Co of Philadelphia over a $1292 judgment for Joseph H. Dickerson of Philadelphia in the death of his 18 year old son Richard. Richard, deaf blind and paralyzed, died in 1940 after injuries from a fall. the insurer refused $1000 extra under a double indemnity clause in a temperance policy. The Treasury report from Washington shows March receipts and balances, with total debt and daily changes listed.
Dominic, 88, of Erie, was delayed from returning home due to weather and medical complications. State Police reported the man’s condition in Erie as stabilized after a mishap on the river ferry route. investigation into the incident continues with the lack of further details available.
The district lists four men for induction examinations on the date at the Donny offices. Union City and Gor are represented with candidates from several towns including Corry Carry and Buuimbunn. Names include Paul Selwink Welcht George Stephen Vadaed Harry Robert Neer and others from Union City Corry and Waverford. The article notes additional examinees from towns in the area and mentions one Corry youth Ful Weleht who has already entered service.
A U S Army subcommittee disclosed 43 names listed as living in the United States on September 31, 1942 in wartime records. Maj. Gen. H. Jittdning stated the Army found over 20 tons of captured seconds in Germany but could not guarantee accuracy. Senator Kigore D-WVal, chairman, warned the public and future dangers.
The article calls for a 120 day period of cooperation due to widespread hunger overseas. It urges a reduction of 20 percent in fats and 0 percent cut in wheat consumption, outlining several proposals to address the food crisis and ensure steady supply until the next harvest.
A 1947 famine appeal urged the United States to cut food use by 40 percent in wheat and 20 percent in oats to help feed the hungry abroad. The Agriculture Department described signs of a bumper global harvest, including a potential 759 million bushel U.S. wheat yield and continued sugar shortages into 1987, with efforts to boost domestic supplies and exports.
Bradford, Pa March 12 Philip Croweney of New York resident of the newly formed Susquehanna Chemical Corp says they are acquiring and absorbing a half dozen wood chemical firms with 11 plants within a 40 mile radius at Bradford. The Susquehanna company is capitalized at 15 00,000 and expects to market $7,004 worth of raw wood chemicals and products annually. Principal plants are Roulette Custer City Hallow Westling Creby and Genesee all in county.
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