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16 May 1944
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1944
Page
1
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Forged ration check case exposes Corry firms name on a Wing-Wills item. Kenneth Davis, 346 East 23rd Street, is charged with forging and using a ration point check drawn on Union Bank Erie and signed with the name of Wing-Will’s firm. The check for a large ration total surfaced, then returned to Erie as Corry firm had no account. Davis, a known local figure, faces bench warrant with connections to prominent Corry stores and telegraphs.
A fragmented GOP shows California backing Warren while New Jersey leans Dewey amid a split national convention scene. Dewey leads with pledged and unpledged delegates but faces obstacles to a first ballot win as Montana and other states weigh in and Bricker supporters contest the tally.
Mayor Hepler and council members convened for the second regular meeting of the month. The session approved Bill 708 regulating the municipal dumping ground and salvage rights, reelected City Engineer Williams and City Solicitor Walter JH. Scott, and authorized sidewalk repairs at Fifth and Sixth Avenues and Lemon Street. Transportation work for East Main Street water service was referred to the Corry Water Supply Co. and owner. Refusal to repurpose the former Drought property for a junk yard was noted. Health board ordered notice to abate nuisance on the Haynes property and nearby Twin Austin.
The Episcopal Diocese of Bris begins its 4th annual convention today at Trinity Memorial Church in Warren. Rt. Rev. Dr. Loyd R. Craze, bishop, arrives from China and presides as the event launches with guest speakers and church activities.
Associated Press reports May 16 that the Senate Finance Committee voted unanimously for the income tax simplification bill and Chairman George of Georgia said he would bring it up in the Senate for action Friday.
The War Labor Board is expected to approve the coal wage agreement reached by the United Mine Workers and operators. Chairman William H. Davis submitted the draft opinion for the board’s vote, with approval anticipated this week and potential unanimity if industry leaders concur. The pact, reflecting terms from Ickes and UMW President Lewis, endorses portal-to-portal pay and travel time pay after 40 hours per week, and would end government control upon approval.
Sergt James Rolst reported missing April 1101 after an air attack on March 23. He survived the crash and is now a German prisoner of war per International Red Cross. His mother, Dustin Butters, was alerted last night. He served as turret gunner and had over two years in service, formerly living with his grandmother in Tionesta and known in Corry.
Washington May 14 The Treasury Department advised against reducing the 30 percent Wattline tax on cabarets effective April 1, replying to House Ways and Means Chair Doughton. Rep Knutson urged lowering the levy to 10 percent, arguing the 30 percent tax forces closures and unemployment among entertainers, threatening revenue.
Baltimore May 16 A new technique for repairing severed arteries bridges them with metal mesh. Developed by New York doctors it was described tonight to Johns Hopkins Medical Society by Dr Arthur H Blakemore of Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center Newark.
Chinese forces push west of the Salween river in a major offensive aided by American advisers. The operation aims to open a path to Thita as formations advance toward Muynjen Pass and reach the Shiwele River, with Japanese positions reportedly under heavy pressure.
Follett and Son of the City Market Blog receive from the Eris district office of the Wer Production Board a Mill approval and a priority tender to proceed with remodeling and improvements of their South Center street property. Delays by the Federal Agency had delayed preliminaries. the building will be refurbished with a new ground floor display and two large windows, plus a new entrance at the alley intersection. Vernnls Follett stated the plan includes a corrected sidewalk and an improved Center alley entrance with adjacent sidewalks upgraded. Work is expected to start within a week or two.
British coast attacked for a second night as German air force launched missile strikes on coastal towns. Berlin radio claimed six planes shot down and noted attacks shifting to Ludwigshafen and Cologne while Kiel bay targets were hit. Allied raids described as a grim prelude to a possible invasion, with vast explosions at Ludwigshafen and fires darkening the Rhine area. Continued on Page Three.
The school board voted to adopt a $106.50 billion budget for the 1644-45 year without changes. Most members supported the plan after an executive session. Hight is out recovering, while H. J. Lewis led the finance committee in presenting the resolution.
Officials report personnel matters discussed in executive session before the open meeting. The board adopts the tax rate identical to last year with a $5 per capita levy on 4590 taxable residents. Total expenditures are listed at 186 455 dollars with estimated receipts 186 550 dollars.
Hospital authorities due to staff shortages will limit visiting to one or two per patient at Cony Hospital. Supervisors state the current visitor cap makes it difficult to manage, with visitors required to obtain passes at the hospital office and adhere to new rules.
Philadelphia May 16 Rafael Kurtz Democratic ward leader and director of the Bureau of Investigation of the State Treasury Department was held under $1,000 bail for a June 15 hearing on aggravated assault and battery charges. He allegedly assaulted James McFadden personnel director and executive secretary to Treasurer Harold Wagner. McFadden, in serious condition after a fall at the Jefferson Day dinner, could not testify. Kurtz denied the charge at preliminary arraignment.
A ten man and two woman jury was sworn in Washington on May 16 to try 29 defendants charged with conspiring to form a Nazi government. Justice Edward C. Hither selected two alternates as the trial moved into its Mitty Week. Separately, defendants and attorneys filed suits and petitions amid ongoing jury selection.
Pittsburgh May 16 Friends of Murine Corps Lt Mitchell Paige 29 Medal of Honor recipient request the War Department allow the Solomon Islands hero to return home for his wedding anniversary May 30. Congressman Samuel A Weiss said Paige who is overseas for his first anniversary could possibly be brought home for the event if the appeal is approved.
Newark May 16. The first large scale air evacuation of wounded began as twelve ambulance planes took off from Newark airport carrying 207 patients from overseas hospitals. The planes carried sergeants technicians and nurses with varying patient loads, part of a 640 total to be evacuated today.
Allied forces report a major push along the Gustav Line south of the Liri river with 3,000 German prisoners taken and the destruction of a key infantry regiment. British and U.S. units press advances from Garigliano toward San Giorgio and Capo Daccia, while Mediterranean Air Force bombs Piombino and surrounding targets.
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