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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1946
Page
1
The notice lists cattle and sheep entries with prices and lot identifiers. It mentions judges, consignors, and buyers, noting grade descriptions such as medium weights and fatty cuts, with price ranges seen for bulls and other stock. Market observers and brokers are referenced in connection with today’s sale at the Villa property context.
City council meeting discusses wage increases for Police Street and Fire departments. Budget lacks provisions but transfers or emergency loans may cover raises. Fire drivers seen as most likely to gain raises, with other departments considered for smaller increases.
In a forward looking plea, Babson argues Americans must drop gripes and negativity after the war. He praises U.S. industrial might and world influence, urges confidence and cheerful resolve, and calls for constructive action to turn postwar opportunities into growth and morale.
Harold Halgren, 22, of Wrightsville, sustained a fractured left leg and severe cuts after his motorcycle skidded on Route 6 near Three Points during a heavy rainstorm. He was treated at Corry Hospital by Dr O'Hare. Police report no other vehicle involved.
Assolated Press reports Bowles predicting more meat during coming months then a fall as grain price changes influence famine relief decisions. British Inn bill mover faces fate in House, Senate approval seen as bolstering administration. Azerbaijan delegation says talks with central government broke down, will return to Tabriz. U.N. Security Council ponders deferring membership applications to next summer.
Corry sees severe freight embargo effects as Erie and Pennsy crews furloughed and only bare shipments move. Express room near empty, platforms cleared, and pre embargo material gradually cleared. Officials warn a deeper setback possible next week with more passenger train cuts and missing Corry-Oil City local runs. Miss Corina Sutton dies in Philadelphia fire at her suburban home.
Paris May 10 Associated Press report says British Foreign Secretary Ernest Bevin pressed for Libya and Eritrea to gain immediate independence. The note follows U.S. and Soviet positions at the four power talks, with Molotov offering concessions on prewar colonies and war crimes probes, while Byrnes backs independence after a fixed period.
In Dachau Germany on May 11 the Mauthausen concentration camp operators were convicted of torturing and killing thousands of prisoners. The defense testified that some inmates were thrown into crematories. Hans Altfuldisch, the compound commander, stated the camp’s aim was to kill, and staff would have faced concentration camps if they refused. Ira Gruenberg, a former inmate, testified about prisoners being sent to the crematory.
A failed safe-cracking attempt at Ward's store in Novy Gouler foiled by the local police. Intruders entered through a rear door, pried the safe, and escaped with unknown valuables after a partial entry. Investigators secured prints and collected evidence as state police assist with the case.
A large blaze struck Ame Super Market in Lancaster at 1:24 a m. causing extensive damage to the 150 foot long store and an adjoining building. Firefighters estimated value around 50 000 dollars with no damage total yet. This is the third major fire in Lancaster this year following past warehouse losses.
Eyewitness accounts confirm the collision of two Navy bombers near Pensacola Florida during training. Navy officials identified the aircraft as PB 4s and described one engine fire causing a crash as both planes attempted maneuvers. Parachute equipped observers reported the wreckage location and sequence of events, with a separate witness noting a fighter plane attacking near the border area before the incident. Navy searches recovered parts of the aircraft and casualties were reported.
Louis Martin of Erie, age 68, was awarded a gold honor pin marking sixty years of service with the Pennsylvania Railroad. Born in Warren, he joined May 10, 1888, as a fireman, was promoted to freight engineer in 1904, and to passenger engineer in 1918. He currently engineers Trains 970 and 911 between Erie and Renovo, and is known in Corry where he and fellow crewmen eat breakfast at the Ritz Restaurant.
The article notes National Hospital Day observed with focus on Memorial Hospital project support. It highlights the modern hospital's role in preventive care, mentions historical figures and events, and acknowledges community efforts and hospital officials. The piece references local observances and civic leaders while recalling past hospital days and funding milestones.
Draft notices issued for May induction in Opexy and Unkin City Wrath district and Cheloext district. A 30 day extension to the Selective Service bill is expected after a House hold vote blocked action yesterday. Inductees listed include Robert Ragman, Theodore Senkalsidl, Joseph Stahowie, Perry Tanner, Burkett Smith, and Robert Williams with several others from Curry called for pre induction exams.
Dr Tate, famed urologist and director of the laboratory at Cory Hospital, will open his new medical office at 49 West Smith Street Monday morning. The ground floor of the former James Wright residence now houses the practice with usual daily hours maintained.
Washington reports a two week truce in a soft coal strike, easing economic pressure as miners led by John L Lewis and operators work toward a settlement. President Truman urged an agreement within days, while negotiations began for new megotation talks to resolve the long running labor dispute.
In Johnstown Pa May 11 officials report AFL United Mine Workers disobeying John J Lewis and rejecting a two week truce. Local 648 Michaels and Scalp Level locals with 1500 miners at Berwine White Mining refused to end the 40 day walkout, demand royalty raised welfare funds and vow not to abandon the fight. Government agencies review strike measures as the truce would suspend work until May 25 allowing output estimates of 25 million tons by week’s end.
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