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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1949
Page
1
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The May 12 report from Berlin notes the 327 day Berlin blockade ending with ground traffic flowing in from the West. Allied airlifts continue for 30 days while officials celebrate a reopening amid renewed security and political divisions in the city.
A nine year old boy lined up three companions against a wall in a Memphis bedroom and fired a rifle at them. One boy was wounded. Deputies report the weapon was a combination over and under 410 Rangy shotgun and 23 caliber rifle. Names of those involved were not fully clear in the clipping.
A chaotic demonstration at the Tripoli consulate involved Arabs pelting windows with stones and iron, opposing Western support for a British plan. Police tightened patrols as tensions rose and a curfew-like atmosphere settled over the hillside area.
Soviet and Nationalist forces clash as Red troops push toward Shanghai from the west and south. Reports say two separate Communist advances near Kishan and Shibutang, with heavy casualties on both sides and government troops holding key Shanghai departments.
ULANESURT Germany May 12 investigation of charges against Maj Gen Clayton Bissell former U S air and military attach in London continues. John Z HMughes counsel for the Federal said the officer is charged with conduct unbecoming an officer and a gentleman. If the charges are substantiated a general court martial may be ordered.
The United Nations General Assembly approved Israel's application for UN membership by a vote of 87 to 12 with nine abstentions. Arab delegates walked out briefly as some nations returned for a late meeting. Moshe Sharett addressed the assembly after the vote, while debates on the Dutch Indonesian dispute and freedom of information followed.
Washington: Commissioner Miller said a stowaway on the Polish liner Batory has been positively identified as Eisler, missing since last week in New York. The ship sailed from New York six days ago and docked at Southampton. authorities pursue questions on how he boarded the vessel and his potential deportation. Douglas Hospital: U.S. Ambassador Douglas returns for eye surgery after an April accident near Southampton.
In Warrington on May 1 the Senate Subcommittee conducting the Communist spy inquiry indicated it will question a mysterious witness known only as Mr X. The witness, linked by the panel to alleged foreign subversion, faces pressure over his identity while details about his associations abroad remain undisclosed. The session ties to broader hearings on alien funds and subversion against the United States.
A 68,683 ton tanker owned by Olid Kihlstrom of Goeteborg reported fire in the Caribbean with all crew except the captain and radio operator jumping to lifeboats. The ship’s position was 330 miles northeast of Barbados.
Mrs Arvie Boyles narrowly escaped death when a fuel truck crashed into her residence in Titusville. The bay window she sat by survived with her minor injuries while the home was demolished except for that window. Two teen drivers, Ry Kauffman and Donal Lukehart, escaped with minor hurts.
The United States resumed mail service to Berlin after the blockade. Domestic postmasters were notified the embargo on surface parcel post for Berlin has been lifted and parcels may be sent again at reduced rates of six cents per pound to the U S British and French zones and four cents to the Russian sector. Surface letter mail and parcel post to Berlin were previously embargoed the first week in March.
A farmer near East Branch shot a marauding bear after it attacked farm dogs and threatened sheep. Jamies Latimer said the bear was killed following pursuit with dogs and a man nearby. Residents report missing sheep and lambs, while no witnesses have been found.
The French Creek Valley Association organized in Meadville on May 12 to address flooding and water supply issues. Members cited spring floods, insufficient water to drain wastes, and sewage removal problems, vowing to seek federal and state help. A separate item recounts a Pittsburgh crash where a bus rammed a house, injuring none.
The Ponmylvania Telephone Co. seeks new rates to fund a $710,000 program of additions and improvements. In the latest annual report, operating revenues rose to 6 040,470 while net earnings fell to 57, , with 1,013 employees and 948 telephones in service. The company expects rate changes to cover the mandated construction program.
Washington May 14 Republicans push to force a larger federal budget after Senate passage. The Treasury Post Office appropriation bill sailed through the chamber amid party maneuvering with Speaker proponents claiming the increase would be offset by future cuts. Senate leaders vow no retreat as conferees from House and Senate prepare to hash a compromise if the House balks.
The report accuses Russia of undermining UN operations, while President Truman argues for a large tax increase to cover wartime debt. He cites a 251.6 billion dollar deficit and urges Congress to act, blaming economic strain on ongoing military expenditures and debt.
The Seloi Supplier Co with Jae Kolecer and Willem Varalel is the principal stockholders and forms the new Corry Opuration Custom Worth Monier. The group plans to employ workers at the plant and shift operations but will not affect Katton's Lumber Supply on West Columbus Avenue.
CIO United Railroad Workers ratified a wage agreement to create 11,000 Pennsylvania Railroad jobs by September 1. John Green, URW president, said the fusion proposal provides a 40 hour week for 4,000 nonoperative employees, a seven cent hourly wage boost retroactive to last October, and changes to rules boosting seniority and overtime benefits.
President Truman said the administration would fully back the United Nations despite disappointment at its progress toward greater world security. He urged Senate ratification of the North Atlantic Pact and cited U.S. efforts to bolster international justice and peace, including ongoing moves on Greece and Indonesia amid Cold War tensions.
May 12 Washington report states the Air Force will end race-based restrictions in personnel assignments. Officials say future unit placement will be based on individual ability, with no group-based ceilings or segregated designations.
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