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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1946
Page
1
An old farm auction notice lists items such as plows, harrows, seeders, and walking tools along with livestock quotes and produce prices. Cited firms and contact details appear faint, with references to auctioneers, farmer supplies, and assorted seed potatoes and tubers.
Reports from Paris and Washington say Byrnes proposed an immediate four power meeting to draft a German peace treaty while Molotov hesitated to put the Austrian treaty on the agenda. The current conference may adjourn without consensus on peace terms amid tense German issues and ongoing debates among the big four.
Pennsylvinis Electric Co. asks customers to conserve electricity during coal shortages. D W Jardine says prolonged coal miner strikes and Seward Mine downtime reduce supply. As of May 14, Pennslee had 24 days of coal on hand systemwide, Seward only 17 days. The company seeks a public utility order to curtail non essential use to extend service for health welfare and safety.
Erie prosecutors present testimony as defense lawyers pursue potential cartridge evidence at 1212 West 26th Street and near the de vie golf course where Fisher’s body was found. Detective Costes counters that no cartridges were discovered, while Blackmore focuses on tracing firearm leads.
Erie jury pool names address locations for the Fisher murder case. Prosecution outlines a theory of death at a different point than the house or site of discovery. Witnesses include Gerald Richardson Elmer Zimmer pathologist Dr Burt and state police investigator Mehallick with Blanche Horst Fisher expected to testify later.
President Truman signs a 45 day draft extension with the top limit kept at 25, prompting officials to plan inductions only among men aged 20 to 25 for now. Draft officials estimate about 59,000 eligibles 20 through 26 exist, with roughly half potentially unfit, making small gains if the top age is raised.
Disjointed notice reports cancellation of the May 20 draft induction for Corry and Union City. Officials cite ages under twenty and temporary act constraints, with several inductees reportedly summoned for pre-induction exams and others awaiting boards.
Bradford reporter notes Alexander Seresny a 32 year old man suffered severe burns from a blast at a farm residence. He was hurled from the base and dragged to an ambulance after walking about 200 yards. Fire followed the explosion which investigators could not determine the cause of.
Washington May 15 Congress weighs a six week holiday in flour output to meet domestic and world food needs. Hons committee to study data. many lawmakers favor restoring controls. Mills have begun to shut or scale back. questions arise on stock sufficiency and fuel for famine relief. Treasury reports receipts to May 13 at 114. DTOS2181 expenditures 159370219.99 balance 19,094,397,986.98 total debt 2721970,851,188.26. day rise 928,150,071.16.
Government hopes for settlement of the stalled railroad strike grew slightly as President Truman's intervention and reports of progress boosted optimism. Officials, however, waited for more live negotiations and possible concessions before resuming talks Saturday.
The Pennsylvania Railroad asked engine and train service employees to negotiate unsettled issues ahead of a threatened May 18 walkout. President Clement urged workers to settle matters with management at home through chosen representatives, amid fears of a nationwide strike by about 230,000 workers. White House talks continued as presidential intervention was considered to avert disruption.
An infant boy died at Corry Hospital in the early morning hours. Deputy Coroner Davison and hospital staff are conducting an inquiry into possible injuries and prior events at Sparsburg and the home of the boy, with the body taken to the Torrey Winneral Home for examination.
Army and Navy survey coal mines for underground storage and vital equipment in case of war. General Arthur’s adviser warns Allied Council in Tokyo that a May Day message may aim to spread Communism. White House says a 634 plane will depart for Paris to bring delegates from the conference. General Marshall and Madame Chiang Kai-shek visit Nanking for two days at Madame Chiang’s home. Security Council debates privacy rules and selective secrecy for UN intelligence. U.S. rail labor talks recessed after brief no-progress session in anticipation of a Saturday strike vote.
Hungary faces a severe currency crisis as the forint plunges in value, with debts ballooning and the country’s economy weakened. Government and workers see the impact in daily costs and exchange rates, while the global market watches the depreciating forint amid wartime instability.
A traffic crash on Route 6 east of Columbus injures two people and leads to the arrest of Andrew Mastin for careless driving. The owner and driver of the car, Martin, was charged after investigators found possible intoxication. Passengers Morton, Rose, Poster, and others suffered injuries but began recovering at Corry Hospital. The wreck occurred near a water tank of the Erie railroad. weather and road conditions contributed to the collision. The investigation continues with statements and medical updates expected.
A one car crash on Spring Creek Road Route 426 injured Joseph Merhar a wood cutter at Clough farm near Spring Creek. He was blinded by oncoming lights and swerved into a ditch striking a culvert end wall. Merhar refused hospital care and was cared for at home. State Police investigated the wreck estimating damage at 3850.
Washington May 15 Negotiations stall as John L Lewis demands a seven percent payroll levy to fund a miners welfare fund. operators reject the plan citing public concern but warn it could double tax workers and affect coal prices. Truman awaits a nightfall report on progress, with Lewis and Odnelis denying any compromise and arguing for a legislative inquiry.
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