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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1946
Page
1
Scattered OCR listing shows cattle sale items with weights and prices, noting dairy cows bulls and calves. Mentions Jersey and Holstein types with weights around 37 hundred pounds and price ranges near 14.60 to 19.00 per hundredweight, plus various measurements and implied lots.
Washington reports the United States shied away from direct intervention in Palestine and expected the United Nations to assume future responsibility. Lawmakers opposed U.S. participation in maintaining peace between Arab and Jew, despite support in favor of a large Jewish migration plan.
Two separate still alarm fires occurred last night. A fire at the Lainglin store in the St. James building caused damage after wooden siding ignited, discovered by FW Miller and Patrolman Dickson at about 6 30 p m. Second alarm raised at 7 30 p m near Park street where a Chevrolet car owned by Pil Reynoldson was ignited, motor building damaged but vehicle fire extinguished.
The Avan Higher Committee urged all Arab countries to unite in protest against the Anglo American Palestine report. It called for delegates to press for Pan Arab action and support for the Arab League while noting U N involvement as a potential path forward. Prime Minister Attlee indicated Britain would not act alone and sought US input on manpower and funds. The report also proposed immediate immigration of 100000 European Jews and a future United Nations trusteeship for the Holy Land. In other news, former tennis champion Willism Johnston died of a heart attack at 61.
The new car inspection period opened yesterday at 1 and runs three months with some Corry owners already having their work completed. August 1 marks the start of official sticker checks by State Police. Officials warn inspections will be stricter this year to curb unsafe vehicles and reduce the rising accident toll.
Representatives of the Brotherhoods of Railroad Trainmen and Engineers left negotiation sessions with rail carriers in Chicago on May 2. AP reports the walkout aimed to prevent a wide strike set for May 18, as operators offered concessions during the stalled talks. In Washington, administration officials reluctantly concluded a Senate showdown over a 3.15 billion British loan likely cannot be forced this week amid ongoing draft and OPA extension debates.
Pennsylvania communities would be eligible for more than 16 million dollars in federal airport aid over seven years if a 500 million measure passes Congress and is approved by President Truman. The plan was announced today.
War production veteran Ralph DeLancey met with Mayor Kinley to push a veterans housing project. A local committee including contractors labor reps banks and chamber members would oversee priorities and allocations under federal act. Builders expect $6000 per unit and ready materials through the central federal system. Decisions from yesterday’s talks to be finalized next week after further conferences.
A special meeting revealed progress on purchasing the Spartanburg American Legion home site at 689, with a Building Association formed to oversee alterations. Donations lag, target set at $2,000 and a non veteran committee led by Wave Blakeslee will assist. The renovated home will include space for the Spartanburg Boy Scout Troop and a mess hall for the Legion Auxiliary. Major Lamb built the original woolen mill and the building needs exterior repairs and interior paint.
A Greensburg crash near New Alexandria claimed three more lives, including 3 year old John Rhodes and 29 year old Mrs Emma Low Rhodes. Irene Shoemaster 17 died hours later. Nancy Rhodes 6 died next day. Two Rhodes children, Ray 6 and Clark 4, remain in critical condition.
Rome reports police detained five suspected fascists amid investigations into violent acts linked to postwar extremist groups. Police stated four others were identified as members of fascist circles, with suspects denying fascist ties and claiming to fight communists.
Washington report says the Office of Price Administration launched an investigation after removing a restriction it says blocked delivery of 75 to 80 percent of suits. Officials claimed trade reports show price rises by 1 percent and 35 percent in some lines, with the agency planning adjustments to curb sharp increases while offsetting others.
A fire at Arlington Park near Arlington Heights killed 19 horses including 17 racing horses from Malle Chance Farm owned by Mrs Elisa Graham. Two stable ponies perished, seven horses saved by staff. Beau Ci and War Date were among notable survivors. Beaw Gay had been bought for 64,000. Nominees for the Kentucky Derby were in Louisville for the race.
An inquest into the death of Mrs. Frerloret Sutter of Mull Village is scheduled for 40 a.m. Friday in Union City. Mr. Sutter and his daughter were seriously injured when their car was struck by another driven by Howard Emerson. both have been released from Stem Memoris Hospital and are convalescing at home. A representative from One district Atolines’s office may attend. Dr Simon Flamer, notable apthologist and Rockefeller Institute emeritus, died in Presbyterian Hospital after a weeks illness.
UN Security Council members investigate Franco Spain and the Spanish Republican exile government. The inquiry seeks evidence and documents, inviting Portugal, Spain, and exile leaders to present materials. Delegates discuss diplomacy and potential foreign interference while outlining legal and political stakes.
Nation wide famine emergency drive opens May 12 as mayors press for community campaigns to boost canned goods cash contributions and volunteer effort. Officials report rising butter shortages and optimism for bumper wheat crop amid heavy rains across regions. A two day nationwide collection aims to ease famine impact with local committees coordinating distribution and fund raising.
Paris reports say Allied ministers accelerated work on the Italian peace treaty with focus on Dalmatian Islands and Trieste. Yugoslav and Italian experts to present evidence as sessions seek to clear key disagreements before a final council. Balkan and German questions likely to fill the agenda over the next weeks.
U S Senator Joseph F Guffey denies a House charge that he insulted a discharged World War II veteran. Rep Gross cited a York Dispatch report describing a youthful looking ex serviceman and an alleged insult during a York appearance. Guffey said the remark was friendly and complimentary in tone.
Pittsburgh report notes a 32 day AFL soft coal miners strike drives fuel scarcity. A metropolitan area experiences drastic power curbs as centers face limited coal supplies for only a few more days amid ongoing labor disruption.
Washington May 2 President Truman pressures for a rapid settlement as the United Mine Workers face government mediation. Lewis plans to summon a 250‑man Bailey committee to Washington, aiming to close a deal within days. Negotiations resume behind closed doors with Edward F. McGrady and Paul W. Fuller acting as conciliators. Fuller recently withdrew resignation after White House intervention.
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