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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1949
Page
1
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Fragmentary OCR text appears to reference weights and a date with unclear names. The readable items include numbers 47 48 and 29 percent, with possible mentions of Anthony and a 1% rate. Content is too garbled to determine a coherent event or summary.
Harrisburg report details a late session tax package approved by the Senate and sent to Governor Duff. Gasoline tax rises one cent per gallon to five, the soft drink levy continues two years, and other previously set taxes are renewed for two more years. Opponents voiced concerns as beer tax was revised, and compensation-benefit debates loom in the House.
March 16 House armed services chair Vinson said he signed four formal inquiries into leaks of secret military information. Rep Mahon and Rep Case urged a congressional probe into the source and cutoff measures. Democratic Leader McCormack joined in, signaling broad House concern over disclosures. Meanwhile a separate report: a 25 year old bellhop was found shot to death in a Lakewood tavern parking lot.
Marvin Kemter Bement, 28, born in Corry and long-time Sugar Grove resident, and Rodney Blekerstafe, 24, of Sugar Grove, died from carbon monoxide poisoning in a stalled vehicle near Randolph. Paul Munn of Mupay Guire escaped death after attempting to summon help. Coroner and authorities investigate possible auto dealer involvement as the vehicle was left running after the crash.
An explosion at a West Bethlehem apartment house killed Helen Palm 40 of Hellertown, a baby sitter for the Blackton child Suranne. The blast at 1025 pm collapsed the first floor, leaving four families homeless and injuring two children, Suzeane Blackton and Nancy Hollenbeck, who were not seriously hurt.
A local grocery store reports repeated shoplifting incidents with a notable case yesterday. The defendant offered a plea and paid restitution after being charged, reflecting broader promises by nearby outlets and chains to pursue prosecutions.
UNION OFFICIAL SAYS THE TWO WEEK MINE STOPPAGE WILL END AS SCHEDULED ON MARCH 28. LEADERS UPSET OVER LEWIS PROTEST AGAINST APPOINTMENT OF BR JAMES BOYD AT BUREAU OF MINES. SHOPS FEEL PINCH AS 463 000 MINERS AND RAIL S WORKERS AFFECTED. GREAT LAKES SHIPMENTS SEEN UNAFFECTED.
A blaze near the Sigur Grove pond in Columbus destroyed the Dawum Curtis home, with about $2,000 in damage. The fire was spotted by Mr Moon, notified Nathan Dudid, and Columbus volunteers, aided by Garry Fire Department, brought it under control by mid afternoon. The cause remains unconfirmed amid confusion over family members and nearby structures.
A long range dental program is being established in the Corry school system. School Nurse Eva Kepler and PTA groups are organizing meetings to explain the program with Dy Howard Duffield. Next year the plan extends to first grade entrants with education, checkups, and examinations to reduce costly repairs after junior high.
Police pursue a second man after the slayings of Herman Weintraisch and Howard Robinson at a South Philadelphia liquor store. A first suspect, an injured hand bearer with a pockmarked face, was detained for questioning but not charged.
Harrisburg March 16 Governor Diem appointed David A Hillstrom of Corry as trustee of Edinboro State Teachers College and asked the Senate for confirmation The governor also named Waller Weaver Millhelm Centre County a justice of the peace in that borough
Washington fights over local option zoning and a filibuster bound Senate clash. Republicans and southern Democrats back a compromise to change Senate rules while landlords face rent control debates.
A heated public hearing discusses zoning provisions and proposed remedies under the ordinance. Officials explain variances affecting sejiarain, residential districts, and commercial changes, with property owners satisfied by board explanations.
Thomas Pryor Gore aged 74 a three term Oklahoma Democrat and the first blind U S senator from Oklahoma died at his Washington home. Gore served from 1907 1921 and 1937 1945 after opposing entry into the League of Nations and delaying wartime measures while defending his principles.
The Waterhouse bill passed in the House after spirited debates. It would create an independent board of media regulation separate from the state board, naming members and outlining authority under state regulations.
Former representative Velde urged the House to reopen the House Un-American Activities Committee inquiry into scientists and a Russian espionage ring. He claimed evidence tied to atomic espionage and Los Alamos operations could lead to prosecutions of several spies including notable American Communists.
The Virginian Railway announces shops and car yards will suspend operations for the duration of the coal mine shutdown starting Friday. About 1,000 workers will be affected across Princeton and nearby facilities in West Virginia.
Reports show milk prices lowered in local outlets after commission hearings at Erie County Court House. Quarts drop from 49 to 27 cents while pints go from 49 to 24 cents. buttermilk also reduces to 1 1/2 cents per quart with other adjustments for different cartons and brands.
Lawmakers consider a one cent per ton coal tax to fund a state program to combat mine cave-ins and underground fires. The plan aims to raise around 1.9 million dollars annually and may include flushing abandoned mines with silt and culm hardening to prevent surface subsidence. The proposal garners governor support if revenue is secured. RAIL STRIKE CONTINUES IN ST LOUIS WITH PRESIDENTIAL ORDER
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