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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1944
Page
3
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The Jamestown Post-Journal lauds the Montgomery Ward seizure by President Roosevelt as a constitutional issue. It critiques the War Labor Board and the violence used against company chairman Avery, while arguing the act risks government overreach and potential court appeals are being narrowed by new rules. It urges reviving the right of court appeal and cautions against executive overreach and price control that limits access to the judiciary.
Twenty years ago the tire department aided plans and the hotel bid process began as bids for the new Corry hotel were opened by the Hotel Company directors this evening. Three Corry Birk winners are named for Warren Schools. Merchants Day promotes the Corry Advertising Club drive with an auto giveaway. Teachers’ salaries total $66,600 for 1924 25 and the district budget is $117 937 20. I B Tiffany announces a garage sale and new operations at Tony Jackson’s Spring Street property.
The Daily Dozen urges careful planning for moving day noting shortages of help, vehicles, and homes. It advises early packing of small items and arranging assistance in advance to avoid panic. A lighthearted reminder to keep calm as movers arrive with delicate possessions.
A reader faces seven quiz prompts asking locations and facts such as the Schafthausen country, the widow at Windsor, the port of Odessa’s country, Bermuda’s geography, Iris in Greek myth, correcting a sentence, and whether any substance is harder than diamond, plus questions about the Volga, pimpernels, and the last German Emperor. The items appear amid a broader discussion on Congress and the OPA.
The article notes Dr. Francis B. Gaas as education superintendent and Henry Houck as public utility commissioner addressing wartime legislature. It mentions that gubernatorial appointments require approval by 50 senators and highlights Democratic senators holding leverage while delaying a decision amid a tumultuous session.
Harrisburg May 1 The figure for General Assistance financed entirely by State funds shows a sharp decline. In March general assistance paid only 560000, while 2476000 was spent on Old Age Assistance, Aid to Dependent Children and Blind Pensions with 1055000 from federal funds. The total for the three programs reached 4131000, highlighting the shift in state relief priorities toward older and dependent care.
Siamese twins were born yesterday to a 24-year-old widow Mrs. Mary Suerly in Phoenixville. The twins weigh 12 pounds, are joined at the pelvis with a single intestinal tract and a single foot. The mother’s husband Harold, a war plant worker, was killed in a motorcycle crash two months ago. Doctors warn they may not be separable and one twin’s fate could affect the other. The mother and children were reported in good condition today.
Funeral services memory of Edward Whitaker former Corry resident who died Friday afternoon at Franklin were held Sunday at 2 p m at Bracken Keating Funeral Home Rev Wilmer Heffer pastor of the Christian and Missionary Alliance Church officiated burial in Pine Grove Cemetery Attending from away were Mr and Mrs Kerneth Whitaker and family of Franklin
Ridgway, May 1. Pfe. Byyde G. Frederickson of Ridgway killed instantly in a duty accident at Camp Adair Oregon Friday. Age 22. News from camp officials and Mrs Frederickson noted he served with an artillery battalion. Further particulars to follow.
State Police continue probe into about 900 dollars worth of household furnishings stolen from cottages along French Creek. Seventeen year old Gale Shaffer and eighteen year old Mrs Mildred M Drake are held in the county jail after allegedly admitting to furnishing two cottages and taking items valued at 300 dollars from one home near the county home.
Erie May 1 Ralph Carroll North East veteran of bombing missions arrived home Sunday afternoon at Erie airport. The bomber carrying the crew including Carroll narrowly avoided a crash on final approach. Ground crew rushed to safety as the aircraft skidded and was towed to the hangar. Treasury report items show April receipts and debts. Hughes Klein dies in Philadelphia at 58, former president of the American Philatelic Society.
A fatal shooting near a residence in Mandolpa New York is reported as an accidental shooting involving a 22 caliber pistol. A 22 year old youth, unnamed, is suspected to have inadvertently fired the pistol while a guest at a private gathering on a porch. The bullet struck a girl who was standing nearby, leading to her death. Sheriff Sigel notes the incident remains under investigation and that no charges have been announced yet. Local residents describe a tense scene as authorities secure the area and begin the inquiry.
Fire swept Kane Elks Club property early Saturday morning causing ceiling plaster damage and smoke throughout the building. Fire equipment responded from Kane Fimh Sched with no injuries reported. a high school push room was briefly threatened as smoke billowed from the ceiling.
Mrs Ni Ml Henadd Knapp, a longtime Spring Creek resident, died yesterday at Union City Hospital. Funeral services will be held at her nephew Dr L D Paige’s home in Union City at 2 p.m. Wednesday. Interment in Riceville Cemetery. Agriculture is Canada's most important single industry.
In Cleveland the court martial of former Coast Guard commander Dr George L Biplis ends today. The government rests after calling witness Ray L Bebling who testified about a sexual affair involving two servicemen and the use of emergency loans from the 8100 Welfare fund. Witness Stailes Huntington testified to two loans and Clouston's alleged conversion of funds.
Buffalo market notes show slow demand across cattle and calves with best prices for certain classes. Pennsylvania and New York produce markets list varied items including apples potatoes and dried goods alongside stock market drift, with terse price ranges and mixed activity.
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