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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1947
Page
1
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At Lake Success on May 17 the United States and the Soviet Union clashed in the UN Security Council over Yugoslavia's charge that Greece provoked border incidents with Albania Bulgaria and Yugoslavia. Yugoslav representative Sava Kosanovic asserted Greece bore responsibility. Herschel V. Johnson and Andrei Gromyko traded sharp remarks as the council debated a proposed interim inquiry and watch along the northern frontiers.
Job hunters today show weak work readiness due to poor education and attitudes. Employers report indifference toward work, bad attendance, and poor health habits. Schools and guidance counselors are urged to foster healthy attitudes and basic skills to improve turnout and promotions. Everett W Stephens of Babson Institute cites a study of 100 New England secondary schools on the need to teach the three i s and practical guidance for youth.
Mayor proclaims May 18 to 25 Naval Reserve Week as City 10 joins cities nationwide in observance. Stewart A Long leads local effort to acquaint service clubs with Naval Reserve benefits and recruit. A mass rally is planned with naval officers, and a radio program at 1 15 pm Monday on WLED Erie features George Hogert and Donald Dickinson discussing reserve enlistment advantages.
The parents of a 16 year old girl were fined two dollars plus costs after a hearing before Alderman Cobbett for 48 days of unexcused absence in Corry public schools. Mrs Darwin Patmore was arrested earlier this week on a charge from the superintendent. A separate report from Columbus notes Edward Wegener, a 62 year old hospital janitor, killed himself after learning his son died at Pearl Harbor, and his daughter and wife had died earlier.
The Coast Guard reported the battleship Oklahoma sank near Pearl Harbor while being towed to Oakland for scrap. The ship, long in poor condition since the 1941 attack, was 640 miles from Honolulu when it foundered. four crewmen were aboard the tug Hercules and Honolulu agency Mariner Young Brothers arranged the tow and sale.
Reports from Washington say President Truman will delay signing the 400 million Greek Turkish aid bill due to his mother Martha Truman's illness in Grandview Missouri. Ayers said the ceremony may occur Monday or Tuesday pending her condition.
A chamber of commerce letter vote shows merchants largely favor extending Friday night hours to 9 pm or later, with a six month trial to be decided at a Monday meeting. More than 30 store owners have written supporting later Friday hours, while the final tallies await the meeting.
A rural toxoid clinic schedule is set for Concord and Wayne townships and St Edwards School in the Mountains Building from 9 to 12 noon next Tuesday. Preschool through six year olds are to receive the diphtheria and tetanus toxoid, with initial treatment at months old and subsequent reinforcing injections.
Rifle Colorado May 21 The Navy reports its oil shale demonstration plant near Rifle has succeeded as the first retorts are fired. Commodore W C Greenman says the project aims to ensure fuel in emergencies and anticipates eventual domestic oil production from shale. Navy controls 168000 acres in Colorado and Utah with a Rifle reserve of 44500 acres promising up to 16 billion barrels of oil if commercialized. The program stresses preparedness amid projected declines in conventional reserves and possible future wars.
Tuesday night city council discussed delays to the paving program as four contractors bid on projects. The engineer indicated new specifications may shift which bids are accepted and a review of parking charges could follow. Some plans may be dropped if key approvals fail, with a tentative decision expected soon.
A regional drive reports donations totaling 2638 with nine communities contributing. Notable gifts include Corry 101, North East 200, Union City 185, Waterford 21.05, Spartansburg 41.04, and others, as organizers aim to close the campaign next Monday.
The City of Corey will receive 25046 from the Motor License Fund as approved by Auditor General Mord Waster in Harrisburg. Funds allocated total 17,000 for street, road, and bridge work with distributions based on rand miletime and municipal reports. Erie county subdivisions listed include Hife 421190.18, Lyin 51.19, MiL Village 181.01, Thien City 985.67, Wattsbury 121.63, Concord township 40631, Whyne township 65155.
President Harry S Truman flew to Grand View hospital where his ailing mother lay near death. White House press secretary Ken Ayers said Mrs Truman's condition worsened after a period of bedfast illness and that pneumonia could not be confirmed.
A district board plan to consolidate five small schools faces fierce parental criticism as it seeks state and district funds to run West Spring Creek and Spring Creek with full staffing. The measure would close Anmitaze, Pideliffi and Cobbs seats, with students redirected to larger units starting next fall.
Figures from the Pennsylvania State Employment Service show a gradual up turn with five more job placements than the prior week in this city. A total of 92 job hunters found work, including eight veterans, six nonveterans, five women and three handicapped individuals, amid a persistent labor shortage and growing weekly gains.
The Associated Press reports New York trading May 17 with a weak session as shares declined overall. About 7500000 shares changed hands, totaling around 4,480,000, while notable movers included Hood and Jiquidaien. The market outlook remained cautious amid mixed news from industrials and manufacturing sectors.
Ticket demand surges as the Gil Git Civic Orchestra prepares for a benefit concert next Monday night. Director Donald Oimes notes strong rehearsals with 38 members and expects a successful show, with proceeds to aid the Mead Parish Association.
New York May 17 Morignn Abello age 35 suspended policeman and tamer of a 1a year oldler was convicted of second degree murder for the killing of Mrs. Katherine Miller a former Warren Pa nurse. The verdict with a recommendation for mercy carries 20 years to life. Miller's body was found on July 4 in a vacant lot on the East Side of Manhattan. Abello shot himself that day and later spent months in hospital. Judge James G Wallace set sentencing for June 6.
The Most Rev Michael J Curley archbishop of Baltimore and Washington died last night in Baltimore at age 67. He held the senior rank among American Catholic archbishops. He served as a leading church figure in the region and national Catholic hierarchy.
Washington May 17 Senator Vandenberg indicated approval of a 350 million foreign relief fund may close his option for further requests. The Senate committee said no new relief is expected while Greece Turkish aid and UN fund provisions shape the legislation. The conference committee adopted 950 million total with 210 million for Austria Greece Italy Poland and Trieste and 180 million for other emergencies abroad.
Members of the Northwest Pennsylvania Odd Fellows Association are expected to attend the Ghose convention at Bradford on October 4. The Northwestern P.O. Association covers 19 counties and about 1000 delegates are anticipated. Representatives of lodges in Erie County host the delegates and the convention with committee meetings planned.
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