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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1946
Page
1
Fragmentary notes show a local market listing with items like furniture and stoves, plus livestock prices including hogs and lambs. Prices range from 0 to 15 dollars per head, with mixed cow, cannon terms, and weight figures. unreadable portions leave gaps in vendor and date details.
Corry Industries faces possible curtailment if the strike tie up lasts, with deliveries of products halted and orders canceled or held. Most plants remain stocked on fuel and inventories, but shipment of goods is shut off, threatening production timelines.
Crisis unfolds as general freight embargo halts rail shipments of finished products and raw materials across Raymond, McInnes Steel, Pauison-Fople, Ajax Works, Aero plant, Col. Benson says rail and express delivery cut, forcing truck reliance and potential layoffs. Raymond reports good raw material stock but prolonged embargo risks later shortages. Ajax and Col. Benson warn of severe production impacts without resumed rail service.
Rail wreck near Mount Union Pennsylvania kills a conductor and halts traffic on the Pennsylvania Railroad main line. Two engines rear-ended a standing freight, wrecking the caboose and five cars. Fire damaged the scene. conductor’s body found under wreckage. Crews detoured passenger trains between Tyrone and Harrisburg as right of way work began.
Senator Mead cites a Navy supervised Pest Harbor gambling hall and widespread wartime naval mismanagement in Hawaii. He cites about $100,000 in diverted Navy housing, shipments to Honolulu, a court martial case involving Comdr Blodzet, thefts by ship’s store workers, and lumber diversions. Awaiting further Navy witnesses, Mead asks for full Congress information.
In Paris talks May 10 11 British Foreign Secretary Bevin lambasted the Soviet stance as four power ministers failed to settle terms for a new European peace and the calling of a general conference. Byrnes and Molotov argued over a 21 nation meeting with Byrnes warning he would not press a parley if Russia refused to attend. Molotov pressed preconditions for a 9 nation or 21 nation gathering with June 18 or June 15 as potential dates.
May 10 bulletin reports official sources confirming a cease-fire agreement in Central China to enable resumed discussions on the Manchurian question. The Sino-American team returns from Manchuria where the signing occurred, signaling a potential easing of tensions despite continuing regional fractures.
Federal Housing Administration official Delancey outlines a plan allowing rapid material access for single homes and blocks under veteran priority rules. Mayor Kinley forms a committee with builders bankers veterans and chamber to work with the federal expediter, who will return next Wednesday for further talks.
Friends of Mrs Harriett Crouch were shocked to learn of her death at 2 46 AM today at Corry Hospital where she had been a patient for several days. Born in the city she lived here most of her life except for years after her husband's death. She was married to the late J Walter Clough in Erle. Mrs Clough belonged to Emmanuel Episcopal Church the Lillian Guild and was active in other groups. Surviving are a sister Mrs Jessie F Dumond and a nephew Robert Desmond both of this city. Burial is at Bracksn-Keaty Panera Home where friends may call. Funeral services will be held Saturday afternoon at 2 30 at the funeral home.
In Rome on May 10 Italy faces a deep constitutional dispute as King Vittorio Emanuele II appears set to abdicate in favor of Prince Umberto amid Communist and Socialist opposition Without a plebiscite the monarchy could face abolition The government and parties debate constitutional steps and the fate of the monarchy as the exile of the king looms and plebiscite timing hangs in the balance
By Associated Press Washington May 10 An inj tion by Rep Sheridan D Fa blocked immediate House action on stop gap legislation extending evwis law sili July Lt Shmildan a member of the military committee objected to a request of Chairman May for unanimous consent for immediate action on Use measure passed yesterday by the Senate However there was no objection to after request for House consider son Hert Moneiay to days before the present draft Ta expires
In Washington on May 10 the Senate moved to advance a labor dispute bill, aiming to curb work stoppages and protect the public welfare. Majority Leader Barkley pushed ahead amid plans for multiple amendments and a swift floor debate on the unfinished business calendar.
In Tokyo on May 10 1949 the ten Allied army commanders in Europe and the Pacific met for the first time since hostilities began. General Eisenhower greeted General MacArthur with a warm handshake saying it was good to see him again.
Corry residents heard from a representative of the National Family Relief organization about a campaign to raise funds for the Joint Distribution Commission. The drive aims for local support without a citywide canvass, seeking voluntary contributions and cooperation from county workers and local fundraisers.
A quantity of prisoner of war clothing was found about 3.2 miles east of Columbus along the Erie rail line. Authorities investigated with railway and POW camp officials but no escape was confirmed. A POW escape link is suspected from trains recently moving prisoners to Atlantic ports. Additionally, May 10 reports note House approval of 400 million dollars in subsidies for Truman’s emergency home-building program after a prior reversal.
The Senate passed a measure extending the draft law beyond May 14 as the House debated quick action and possible changes. May 16 was set for a potential House stopgap continuation while lawmakers weigh long term questions and the Smith-Connally Act’s role in wartime power.
Pittsburgh May 1 The CTU United Electrical Workers locals in about a dozen states were asked to meet by Sunday to ratify a contract ending the 115 day walkout of 16 000 Westinghouse Electric Corp production employees The proposed pact, reached yesterday by union management negotiators, adds an 18 cent hourly raise The union originally sought two dollars per day but later backed to 18 cents per hour based on the steel settlement’s figure
Philadelphia crowds packed Reading Terminal Market for a second day as butter sold at six and a half cents per pound. About 15,000 people queued yesterday, with only 3,232 buying. 12,000 pounds were available. Today 16,000 pounds more were on hand and 1,800 pounds will be sold daily, with no sales on Sunday or Monday.
The 40 day soft coal strike paralyzed rail service with near total freight halt and limited passenger travel. President Truman seeks settlement talks with Lewis of the United Mine Workers and coal operators as government seizure looms.
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