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Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Mar 23, 1949

Page

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Fragmented OCR item on M35 highway safety notice

A partial OCR fragment mentions M35 and a location near a roadside system. It reads like a brief public notice or traffic update with unclear dates or names due to damaged text.

Canada plans huge tax cuts and rolls purge

Canada proposes sweeping income tax reductions and removal of 750,000 taxpayers from tax rolls. The plan, announced by Finance Minister Douglas Abbott, would lift taxes for small businesses, ease import restrictions on many commodities, and aim at lowering consumer prices amid inflation fears. Abbott said prosperity remains and prices are easing, while government seeks broad voter support before a possible general election. The plan includes exemptions rising to as high as 32,000 for married earners and details on dependent exemptions, with various commodities and controls touched in reform.

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Martin Votes for Boyd's Appointment in Senate

Washington March 23 Senator Edward Martin of Pennsylvania joined 16 Republicans and 24 Democrats to approve President Truman's nomination of James Boyd as director of the Bureau of Immig nes. Governor Francis Myers of Pennsylvania did not vote. On amendment 10 of the Senate Control Bill, Martin supported the bill while Myers opposed it.

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Parachute Over City Balloon Mystery Reignites Weather Balloons

A garbled report describes a balloon incident above the city with claims of parachutes and a weather balloon. Authorities including the US Weather Bureau and state police investigated as possible flight debris drifted toward Route 66 and nearby towns, while officials sought the origin and purpose of the airborne object.

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Peace meet sparks U S lines on delegates and visas

The State Department outlined visa and attendance rules for a New York peace conference. It barred 11 European and South American delegates as ineligible foreign officials, while allowing 21 Soviet officials and other nonofficials to attend. Officials stressed consistency with immigration law amid protests. The event is tied to the National Council of the Arts and Sciences and its inter-city peace conference sponsorship.

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Protestant Churches Move Closer Under World Council

In Avanbton the American Protestant Churches met as Methodist Bishop Bromley Oxnam of New York was elected chairman of the conference. Delegates discussed unity, aiming to bind ten doctrinal differences and focus on shared belief in Jesus Christ amid calls for nearer cooperation.

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Senate group begins study of FEPC measure

Harrisburg March 23 The Senate group starts study of a FEPC bill amid 23 member committee divisions. Leaders expect the measure to cover many aspects, with opposition from business groups and support from allied Republicans.

Senate Group

Israel and Lebanon sign armistice pact at Naqura

In Naqura Lebanon and Israel sealed an armistice agreement this morning ending a tense period. Delegation head Mordechai Mukler called the accord a beginning of peace and happiness for the region. Beirut reports outline four key clauses including Israeli evacuation of Lebanese territory within ten days and returning to June 15 frontiers.

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Million-Dollar Blaze Destroys Richmond Flour Mills

A fire in South Richmond gutted the Portland Flour Mills complex at First and Hull, a century-old landmark. Manager Charles W. Thompson said the blaze began in a grinder inside an old elevator building, with losses estimated around $1,000,000.

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Senate action awaited on Boyd approval by Lewis

Pittsburgh March 2 nation awaits Senator Lewis stance on Dr James Boyd federal mine safety role. Lewis criticized Boyd lacking practical experience and questioned his fitness for the key post amid memorials for miners killed or injured last year. The senate faces a pivotal vote amid the Senate labor and mining issues and federal mine safety regulation debates.

Pittsburgh Jy L. Lewis Lewry Islea Boyd Lewis

Chinese Peace Talks Near Says Radio Report

A Communist radio bulletin from March 24 claimed peace negotiations would begin soon, the first public indication of a move toward peace. It noted Tsung Jen and Ho Ying Chin as involved and hinted a government cabinet reshuffle after peace talks begin. Kan and Kun Chieh How were named as key figures and the report suggested talks could follow a military lull.

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Red Cross Drive Surpasses Goal in Corry Chapter

Corry Chapter of the Red Cross reports its fundraising drive exceeded the $2,796 goal, reaching $4,012.75 as donations continue. Contributions came from Special Gists, Industrial Division, Business District, clubs, residential district, professional men, and school teachers, with further gifts anticipated.

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Decapitated body found on Reading Railroad tracks near Norristown

NORRISTOWN Pa March 23 The decapitated body of a young man was found on Reading Railroad tracks near Norristown. Papers named Hiram B Mann 29 104 Prospect Avenue Maywood New Jersey an employment application listed Mann as Bucknell University graduate Coroner W J Rustong Montgomery County said the body lay between track sets with the head about 200 feet away Indications suggested a train struck the man while the head may have lain on the tracks

Norristown Reading Railroad Hiram B. Mann Prospect, Avenue Maywood N. J Mann W Bucknell University W. J. Rustong Montggomery County Rushong

Corry Youth Released Under Bail Of Two Thousand Dollars

A Corry youth, named Eon Glen Liab, was released on bail of $2,000 after appearing in Jamestown City Court. The case involves gun possession and related charges. his companion, Robert Jack, facing similar counts, was apprehended by state police during a high-speed pursuit. The youth’s case was postponed, with prior gun episode cited by county authorities.

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Senate confirms Louis A. Johnson for defense post

The Senate today confirmed Louis A. Johnson to be secretary of defense after a swift Armed Services Committee action. Chairman Tydings led support for immediate action with GOP leaders urging prompt approval. A unanimous vote followed amid minor opposition from committee members. In a separate item, Uniontown officials report a death penalty demand against William Price for the murder of his nine year old wife Catherine in Payette County.

Washington Senate Louis A. Jonsson Patna Forrestal Chaiemai Tormmiiy Juhnain Tydings Johnson Uniontown Arthur Brown William Price Catherine Morris Cross Roads Payette

Inch of Rain Triggers Rising Streams Across Area

Heavy rainfall causes streams to rise and flood along several creeks. Warnings note high water on DabKS of Yomeepolits and near Daly and Miles City while authorities monitor levees and streets. Local residents brace for continued rain as temperatures remain cool and unsettled.

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City Manager Bill Defeated Feats at City Hall

City government contest appears decided as officials report defeat of the city manager. Fragmentary text suggests local political turmoil and stalled salvaging or zoning efforts amid unfamiliar names and numbers.

City Manager Plan Stirs Council Vote Fallout in Local Meeting

The local council opposed a measure allowing cities to appoint a manager with full powers, voting down House supported changes. The bill would let city councils hire a city manager and fix duties, with arguments over control and elections. In a separate item, John Cremonese, 66, Greensburg, died after injuries from a March 9 accident at Westmoreland Hospital.

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Acheson Denies Russia's Charges

Washington reports claim Acheson rejects charges from Russia amid tense international exchanges. Details outline U S responses and ongoing diplomacy as Turkey and other nations respond to the disputed accusations.

Acheson Russia

Insurgents Fail in Bid for Posts at VFW Election

In a hotly contested VFW post election, the Old Guard slate narrowly defeated insurgent candidates. New officers will be installed at a special ceremony on April 12, with Cmdr. Cenwell and James Ally among those elected. The group plans to continue leadership into the coming year.

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Indictment Charges Area Man With Tax Evasion

Federal grand jury indicts Paul W Glenn of Erie on evading payment of 192090 for 1942 to 1943. Prosecutors say Glenn paid 43669 in tax on reported income of 39044 when he allegedly evaded more. Other defendants named include Arthur James Potter Jr and James Franklin McGuire of Pittsburgh for falsifying statements in a crisis, and Joseph Glebel of Aspinoldis charged with forging endorsements on six government checks totaling 164.

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Rent Measure Weakened by Senate Action Amid Amendments

The rent measure faced renewed Senate resistance as lawmakers prepared another barrage of amendments. The plan to pass the veterans pension bill in the House moves forward while drafting on labor law begins, signaling continued legislative activity.

Senate House

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