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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1946
Page
1
A garbled OCR fragment lists prices and items such as putters, feeds, dishes, and various market figures. It mentions owners, scouts, and produce mastery readiness with scattered totals like 1 000 and 16 5085, but lacks coherent events or clear entities.
A four hour session of the city council heard Fire Department drivers seek a $25 monthly pay raise, supported by a petition signed by the department workers. Police officers joined with a similar request, though with shorter weekly hours. The matter was tabled for an executive session to assess budget needs and potential emergency funding.
A clash at Shensernctionl Huivebler's Benham mine near Benham Kentucky left one man dead and another badly wounded. The dead worker is identified as Senator Brock from Stanford and the wounded man, named Shepherd from Elcom, was hospitalized with a bullet wound to the shoulder. Authorities say shots came from cars at the mine entrance amid tension as Progressive Mine Workers members clash with United Mine Workers organizers and attempts to close the mine continue.
The county office reports a continuing drop in unemployment claims for the week ending May 3. New unemployment claims total 11, reopened 2, waiting week 1, with 214 compensable claims, down 1 from last week. Servicemen's readjustment claims rise. 27 compensable, up 29 from prior week. Union City totals: 1 new unemployment claim, 0 reopened, 2 waiting week, 33 compensable. servicemen’s adjustments 7 new, 0 reopened, 61 compensable. There are 30 unfilled job openings on file.
Britain plans to pull army navy and air forces from Egyptian territory in a negotiated timetable. The move follows Cairo talks and aims to satisfy Egypt’s push to revise the 1936 treaty. The Foreign Office cited arrangements for mutual assistance in war or imminent threat as part of the negotiations.
Early reports from Cleveland indicate the Erie and Pennsylvanian railways may drop multiple passenger trains on May 10, 11, and 14, with further cuts on May 15 as a result of the coal strike. Officials warn of drastic annulments across Erie lines and possible shifts in express routes, while total wage losses rise due to reduced service.
A meeting on Federal housing regulations and assistance is slated for Thursday evening in the municipal building's second floor assembly room. Ralph De Laney will explain permitted house construction and available aid, inviting contractors, suppliers, and homeowners. A local advisory group may be formed to pursue priorities and permits, with veterans given preference for new construction rental opportunities.
PARIS May 7. Delegations from Romania Bulgaria and Hungary went to Paris to plead their border and Danube navigation claims as the foreign ministers began peace treaty discussions with Balkan states. US and British officials signaled pressure for Russian openness while Byrnes pressed to place limits on Soviet reparations and influence in Trieste and the Reich. Negotiations focused on German status and postwar settlement amid tensions over borders and reparations.
Health officials report a sharp rise in measles here with 86 cases. Quarantine of ten days is required in all grades as the Health Board teams with schools to curb spread. The city notes a steady increase with several quarantines ending soon and dozens more under watch.
Washington May 1 The Civilian Production Administration and industry officials warn that a continuing shortage of cotton fabric and rayon plus limited manpower and machinery will curb suit production into 1948. They expect output to lag demand, with producers considering earmarks and price controls to ease shortages and retail suits under 35 dollars.
President Truman forms an emergency board to probe a wage dispute involving 12 airlines and the Airline Pilots Association. About 1,000 pilots threaten a work stoppage at 11:58 p.m. May 1, demanding raises from 14,200 to 16,000 dollars for four-engine crews, plus shorter work periods and other adjustments. An FAA mediated process and presidentially appointed panel may delay a strike.
The Philadelphia Record reports that U S Circuit Judge Herbert F Goodrich is considered for appointment to the U S Supreme Court. The Washington bureau notes the Department of Justice has been asked to provide a background report to President Truman and advisers. The 66 year old Philadelphia jurist has served on the Third Circuit since 1940. No immediate confirmation or denial was reported.
Polls open as primaries in Ohio Alabama Florida Indiana and other states shape battle for major party nominations. Voters weigh Senate and gubernatorial races with veteran figures like Bricker Herbert and Lousche in focus while turnout expectations rise amid war veteran registrations and calls for reform.
Crawford County officers and State Police investigate a burglary at the W A Porter mill in Catbridee Springs. A safe was forced open and about 300 in cash and several checks were stolen, some found near the mill. The mill is owned by Mow WA Porter and her daughter Mrs W Wr Waterhouse of this city.
May 7 1945 marks the 1st anniversary of the German surrender in Reims. The preserved surrender room in the Little Red Schoolhouse houses maps, a scarred table, 13 chairs, and a wall chart noting Allied losses and German POWs. The wall displays the top secret daily summary No. 335, and the formal German capitulation was signed by Gen. Bedell Smith for the Allies and General Jürzt Gustav Joachim for Germany, ceasing at 2801 hours Central European Time.
An editor reports the execution of a Dutch nationalist leader for high treason after a treason trial. The 52 year old, identified as Misser, was convicted December 12 for attempting to bring Holland under foreign domination and aiding the enemy. Queen Wilhelmina had urged mercy.
Titusville adopts a plan barring liquor sales to individuals listed as habitual drinkers. An enforcement list, signed by the mayor and police chief, posted at licensed premises, imposes fines up to 100 dollars or six months in jail for first offenses and up to 300 dollars and six months for second offenses. The list, drawn from police records, may change as behaviors warrant, drawing protests from some named individuals.
John L. Lewis of the United Mine Workers presented a government proposal to settle the day-old coal strike amid rising tensions. The Solid Fuels Administration tightened soft coal distribution, restricting deliveries to critical services and five days’ supply for most consumers.
Harrisburg reports Gov Martin observes AML United Mine Workers officials mobilizing to secure coal for essential services during a bituminous mine shutdown. Morden notes American correspondents freed from protective custody by Communists flown to Mukden. Washington coverage notes Pennsylvania Herald's Franklin warns rail freight rate increases threaten shipments.
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