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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

May 13, 1949

Page

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U S Policies for Japan Germany in Debated Shifting Postwar Policy

Washington reports a renewed debate over U S policy toward Japan and Germany as the State Department pushes a faster shift in postwar strategy. Officials note moves to remove reparations and accelerate self governance, with concerns about regional and Allied reactions and the Marshall Plan context.

State Department Japan Associated Press Washington Gourmany Saith Polley-Foming Far Easters Commission United States Uillack

Mother charged with murdering infant son

A 26 year old woman in Hazleton Pennsylvania faces murder charges in the death of her ten month old son. Police say she admitted striking the child and beating the infant while caring for him at home. The suspect told police she believed the baby was misbehaving and feared losing control. Her husband, a 30 year old chestist, was not charged. The case remains under investigation.

Associated Presa Hazlepgn Wamtione Karen Kalwaic Dar Henry Chile Hayrilla

Mrs. Eister Arrested Again in Deportation Case

Mrs Gewhart Eister, detained in New York City, faces re arrestation on deportation charges amid a government effort to halt her flight. Immigrant service officials report the case centers on denying admission and pursuing deportation, with other linked charges under review.

Washington, May Gewhart Eister Babel Hue Minter New York City New York Willy Thana Ie Nowini Bister Com Mauus Lis Dison United Biyles Nelson

Temple Band to Play at Founders Day Observance

The Temple band of Erie will give a public concert in City Park Sunday afternoon to mark the anniversary of Clarence Commandery No 51. The band leaves the Horn block around 4 PM and performs, then proceeds to Emmanuel Episcopal Church for the anniversary service. Knights Templar members from Warren, Olean, Evart, Mendville, Franklin and Greenville are expected to attend. refreshments will follow with a lengthy list of organizers and stewards.

Claence Commandery Masonic Emmanuel Episcopal Church Knights Templin Waiwen Ol City Evie Mendville Franklin Greenville Peed Hinman D. W. Robinson W. J. Ingram W. H. Rickeys J. R. Dearing W. B. Kilaworth W. M. Young R. H. Rossbawner W. Hy Grom

Red Cross Aid Jumps in Corry Community Support

Home Service reports April and May aid to seven families, up from March, as Red Cross seeks to aid local residents. Chapter directors discuss upcoming Memorial Day plans, ambulance service, and potential participation in Mead Park events. Grace Giblin memorial artifact placed in Corry library. next directors meeting set for June 9.

Corry Home Service Department Red Cross Jou Henrigwarurrs Feemlar Roiebrailin Tor Mead Park Jon Pentnsylvania Harrisbury Ias Beer Grace Giblin

Four families flee as $20,000 fire sweeps Pittsburgh apartment

A three story West Liberty Avenue building in Pittsburgh burst into flames forcing four families to escape to safety. Fire crews battled the blaze for hours, estimating damage around twenty thousand dollars. No injuries were reported.

Pittsburgh Thole Liberty Avenue Suburmat Bormolit Talahhh

Chinese Reds Press Shanghai Assault Amid Heavy Fighting

May 1. Chinese forces, led by Gen Chen Yi, press toward Shanghai as two Communist prongs push from southwest and northwest. Nationalist defenses strike back near Lunghwa and Sunshideg along the Shanghai Hangchow railroad. Casualties reported at Lina as Reds advance within 20 miles of the city, with key rail lines and river approaches under threat.

Associated Press Shanghal Peate Woo- Aimy Harbor Luyewha Stanghil Chen Yi Shan Lina Eld Lunghwa Sunshideg Amsang Shanghai Woosing Whangjuo Iyarifaate Meir Haggohow Pirfield Whangpoa Shianghal

Hike in expense money passes in House

The House approved a bill boosting members allowances for clerk hire and communications, despite protests from some lawmakers. The measure adds 500 dollars yearly for communications per member and 3000 dollars for clerical hire, with a top 9500 for clerical needs. House members Keefe and Church demanded action, signaling opposition to any future related money bill.

Mey Congress House Senate Keefe Church Appropriations Committee

West German draft constitution ratified in western zones

Western allied leaders accepted the West German draft constitution with reservations, clearing the path for a new civil government in the western zones. The document now heads to the state parliaments for ratification as talks in Paris target a broader settlement with the Soviet zone.

Paris Associated Sree Frankfurt Germany Thhey Russia Lucis D. Clay United States Si Brian Robertson Britain Pierre Koenig France Western Feds Industria Ruhr West Belin West Berlin Boeders Nautral

Ten Overcome In Explosion Near Holland Tunnel

Ten persons were overcome after a chemical explosion disrupted the Holland tunnel area. Traffic halted as AT&T and New York Telephone reported damaged cables, with one long line cable to Philadelphia and another to Prattling, Pa. The extent of damage and delays to traffic remained unclear. The incident followed by a separate note that the House Armed Services Committee approved a pay raise for armed forces, with a bill estimated to cost 406 million dollars per year moving to the House for debate later this month.

New York Holland Tunnel American ‘Telephone and Telegraph Company New York ‘Telephone Company A. T. and Philadelphia Pratling Newark N. d Morristows Washington House-armed Services Committee Vinson D-Ga Defense Robis Johnson Budge Bureau House

May start work on new hospital before June 1st

Officials anticipate groundbreaking for a new hospital within a year of start. Architects Waller, Fit zhouse and partners outlined federal funding plans, with a $871,000 project cost and federal participation expected. Details to be approved within 10 days and decisions on timing to follow.

Chery Hospital Ethil Kogne Frei Delore Epa Waller Fitzhouse Hunter Gwidwelt Che Finkt Appulewlian

Labor Leaders Warn of Peril to US Movement in Harrisburg

In Harrisburg on May 13 a top labor leader called a new anti labor law a time bomb that could trigger catastrophe for the American labor movement. Joseph D. Keenan of the AFLs Political Education League warned that if the legislation passes similar fates befall labor in America as in Germany under Hitler. He urged broad political action and precinct level organization to counter the movement, criticizing Governor Duff and urging legislative protections for labor in future sessions.

Associated Press Harrisburg Bor Joseph D. Keenan American Federation of Labor League For Political Education Isbor America Germany Hitler Kenin Glute Federation of Labor Annal CO APL Kinynakor Moh Ameria Hartley Jumen L. McDevill Fed Eration C. Ent Tador Commonwealth McDevitt Jamey J. Duff TMH

Earthquake Jolts Greater Los Angeles Area

A small early day earthquake rattled Los Angeles and surrounding valleys including San Gabriel San Fernando and Pasadena regions. No damage reported as police and sheriff offices logged no casualties or significant effects though downtown buildings felt the tremor.

Los Angeles Los Angels San Gabriel San Fernando Altadena Pasadim Busbanle Long Beach Tieplheriff Sati Berarding Larjonster Radio Cati- Torin

Senators Question Russian Behind Closed Doors

Washington May 13 Senators questioned Kirill Alexey former commercial attaché at the Russian embassy about Soviet espionage in the United States He testified that every diplomat from the U S S R or satellite nations bears a spy responsibility and that Soviet espionage flourishes in the country The hearing occurred behind closed doors with an interpreter translating his remarks to the subcommittee

Associated Press Washington iCremlin al Sobek Benvie Jules Yesteriay Kirill Alexey Minbassych Mesteo Gliyt Alexevy Ant 1 NKVD Kremlin Yederday Alexeev Sald Lewulé Mexico Choy Richard Arens

Building and Loan Anniversary Dinner Noted

The Cory Building and Loan Association marks its 36th founding anniversary with a May 23 dinner at Corry Country Club. G R Parker of the Federal Home Loan Bank of Pittsburgh will be principal speaker as stockholders receive invitations. assets have doubled in five years and over half a million dollars is loaned to home buyers in the area.

Cory Building and Loan Association Corry Country Allend G. R. Parker Federal Honte Loni Bank of Pittsburgh Oto Fe Josal Banking Institution Corry de Oiling Pany

Tanker Fire In Atlantic Is Reported Under Control

A Swedish tanker of 9,684 tons named Atlanta caught fire in the western Atlantic about 540 miles off Trinidad. The Coast Guard says the crew returned to the vessel after abandoning ship to lifeboats as the fire began yesterday. A rescue plane from Puerto Rico reported the situation but no further word was received.

Associated Press Miami Fig Atlanta Trinidad Coast Guard Hielposte San Juan Puesto Rico

Matthews Named Secretary Of Navy By Ascor nted Proxy

Washington May 13 1946 press report announces Patrick Matthews of Omaha named secretary of the Navy by an ascorted proxy amid White House statements. Matthews a Democrat from Albion Nebraska graduate of Creighton University faces Senate confirmation. president also seeks a military secretary of defense likening work on naval aviation.

Matthews Navy Ascor Washington Patrick Matthews Omaha Inday White House Vitak Tahuison Jties G. Hews Milchews Creigh Ana x Alive Albion Nebraska Ross AOL Vel Ventiv Kenneth ©. Rogill Chirtis B. Calder New York Wilbles Youll Meray Gimyehun Danteta N. G. Aulitai

Truck Crash Causes Nine Thousand Six Hundred Dollar Damage

A dairy truck wreck just outside Titusville caused nine thousand six hundred dollars in damage. The truck belonged to J. D. Jackson and Sons of Brie and carried Model Day products. The driver fled the scene, and one occupant was injured while police investigated the high speed crash and regulator damage to nearby utilities.

Titusville Skule Uelik Arvie WN. Boyle Et Ab Ono Chevrolet United Natura Boyle Donald Lukshami Pally al Britose iLfuby. Linki Kaatti Nia Felek Inter Aid Rick J. D. “Jackvon

Filipino workers ill after eating huge eel in Saipan

An Associated Press report from Guam says 45 Filipinos fell ill after eating a five foot eel at a feast Sunday in Saipan. Forty were flown to Army and Navy hospitals, seven near death, with twenty unconscious. Doctors suspect nerve poisoning from shellfish or eel venom, as symptoms vary and patience await test results.

Guam Pinos On Islai Army Navy Saipan Pheusnouhi Ayal Dactons Heeurmy Tn Gertral Inos Corvisus

Talks Set With Coal Operators May 25 in Virginia

Washington May 13 John L. Lewis and southern coal operators agreed to begin talks on a new union mining contract. The meeting date is set for May 25 in Virginia.

Washington John L. Lewis Southern Coal Nine Union Ae Blenteta

Soviet Protest Voiced Through Red Newspaper

Berlin reports Russians accuse Western allies of torpedoing the Berlin agreement and intensifying the blockade. Western officials call it a propaganda claim while Moscow reiterates demands for concessions and warns of consequences for Western policy.

Russia Berlin RED Associated Press Iliff

Hague Reign Records Seized In City Hall Vault Lapse

In Hague era records were inspected at City Hall as county prosecutor Harace ordered a routine check. Robared papers piled in a basement area amid incomplete inventories while officials debated whether city records were properly housed or incinerated, prompting ongoing questions as a new office takes over.

Hague Associated Press Jersey-Cipy Aarts Harace Roberson Hugue Dinet Boze Robertie Ae Seing Pontine

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