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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1947
Page
1
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AFL-CIO initiates merger talks with an open mind on joining hands under a federation banner. Green and Murray signal no early consolidation prospect while urging solidarity and unity among rival unions before any formal merger.
In Washington on May 1 Associated Press reports the AFL and CIO meet to discuss a possible merger. Leaders Green and Murray say they have an open mind but optimism is limited about early consolidation. The key issue is overcoming basic differences before any union of 7.6 million and 9 million members.
May Day observances across Europe and beyond featured mass rallies as Russia's defense minister Nikolai Bulganin called for fighting preparedness from the armed forces. Moscow staged its largest May Day celebration since the war with 20 artillery salvos and a strong display of military power. The event coincided with official calls for lasting democratic peace and international solidarity. In Santa Ana, Bette Davis welcomed her first child, a seven-pound daughter, by cesarean section at Community Hospital.
Eigh t miners were killed in an explosion at the Spring Hill coal mine near Terre Haute Indiana. Foreman Calvin Wilson and six other men from West Terre Haute and Terre Haute were identified among the dead. Rescue teams recovered bodies after a dust and smoke-filled blast area delayed efforts. Three survivors said dynamite blasts earlier may have triggered the disaster.
Weather observer George Mulderick reports Corry received total precipitation exceeding April 1945 and 1940 combined. April 5 flash flood caused major damage in Maumee area with about 4.5 million dollars in losses. April 16 brought 4.71 inches of rain. Temperatures ranged from 70s to 22. Daily report to be published tomorrow.
The Navy approves 16 contracts for Autetype Naval Reserve armories as 155 huts nationwide are planned to be erected in 1947. In Corry a Hor ward area Armory would require about 1,200 reservists to qualify, with six months after contracts for completion. Each armory includes three 60 by 100 foot huts and 20 by 180 foot frame space, totaling at least 15,000 square feet of training area. Contracts have already been awarded for armories in Algone and McKeesport, Pennsylvania.
The State Highways Department announced contracts for resurfacing 3.05 miles of U S Route 277 in Corry and Concord Township. Mayer Brothers Construction Company of Mile has been awarded the project for 50003. The work covers complete repair and resurfacing of Center Street in the city.
The Pennsylvania State Employment Service in Corry reports an 30 percent rise in April job placements with 45 people placed. Veterans, women, and five handicapped workers accounted for part of the total amid rising demand for construction and outside labor.
Pittsburgh dispatch reports Harry M. Moses president of Frick Coke Co urged John L. Lewis to abandon what he called false solutions to mine safety. Moses spoke at a Western Pennsylvania Safety Council dinner after meeting in Washington with other coal operators and UMW wage negotiators. He warned safety slogans alone won’t overcome resistance from the United Mine Workers. In Harrisburg the vote on Dill was postponed to next week due to insufficient quorum in the House.
In Summit County Ohio several gang members pleaded guilty to four counts of highway robbery for a series of robberies including an Akron wire store filling station and tourist camp. Sentences range from three months to 25 years with parole eligibility after a portion served. cooperator George Inch gains probation after county jail time.
Local and state officials including Senator Chan Mian and Assemblyman Waterhouse met in Columbus to discuss dam repairs and possible state aid. The group stressed urgent action for the Ward County dam washed out by recent flooding, with a report to outline funding and timelines.
Washington reports a joint communique says the two nations will stabilize exchange between pesos and the dollar and assist financing projects proposed to Export-Import Banks by the Mexican government. The exact credit amounts were not estimated.
Howard D. Warner an 18 year old World War I veteran from Youngsville died at Warren General Hospital from injuries after his car left Route 6 near Starbrick hit a pole and overturned. Coroner Ed Lowrey said he appeared to fall asleep at the wheel. His parents survive.
Arab states plan to urge a special UN General Assembly session to overturn a steering committee vote blocking immediate plenary debate on Palestine independence. Leaders cautioned a majority vote may be hard, as Western diplomats doubt Arabs can marshal enough support.
Ross Fehlman was unanimously named to a city post after nomination by the mayor. He will oversee the Department of Parks and Property until January 1, 1948. The council also discussed the sewer program bids and financing for a summer bonding issue.
City to overhaul Gerry's parking meters within 30 days with a factory trained specialist from Mil Ter Mstors Inc. A new maintenance head, Gears Mulderick, will manage repairs on a monthly salary of 90 dollars after previously costed per repair. The move follows many meters failing during winter and will standardize servicing.
Legislation broadening municipal power to levy wage and sales taxes may advance to the House. The bill, supported by Gov. James H. Dull, would allow local divisions including school districts to raise funds for higher teacher salaries. It proposes a four year duration and cites unspent 27 million dollars from 1947-49 as a maximum for teacher raises, with additional boosts from school districts expected.
Washington May 1 Tele phone strike leaders urged lines to hold as government conciliators foresee an important development in capital talks. The National Federation of Telephone Workers seeks wage gains and a settlement with four independents while Long Lines officials meet with unions. Dispatches report tentative wage talk proposals and possible back to work pressures. A 18,000 member traffic artisans group votes to stay on picket lines.
A collision involving two freight trains and a Pennsylvania Railroad flyer at Huntingdon, Pennsylvania, killed four people and injured 42. Steel plates protruding from a freight damaged the America and derailed cars. another eastbound freight struck the protruding steel, derailing its engine and fender. Ten injured went to Huntingdon Hospital and four to Altoona Hospital. identified dead include Joseph Selick, a Pleasant Gap recruit, with three others unidentified. The incident followed two prior wrecks on the same division in the past three months.
Transit employers and an armored carrier faced walkouts in the Pittsburgh district. Thousands of riders endured delays as bus lines and Brentwood and Ohio River Motor Coach Group operations halted. About 160 delivery personnel and Brink's guards walked out forcing firms to seek emergency cash or shipment options.
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