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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

May 19, 1947

Page

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Akron Flyers Circled Corey on Fatal Trip

An Akron pilot Edward H. Pullett 48 and passenger Jacob Martin 20 died in a Cessna crash near Panama New Jersey after departing Lawrence Airport. Coroner said skull fractures and internal injuries caused their deaths. The wreckage lay in a meadow. Martin was crushed by a tree limb.

Akron Lawrence Curry Panama N. J Hdward H. Pullett Jacob Martin Pasenper Thomas Samus T. Bowers Jamestown Aircraft Owners and Pilots ¢ Association Faught Bowers Benjamin Stoddard Normen Edkerd Rex Marsh William Bargy Bargy Viatime Haitink-Mitchell Fought Salisbury Pepsin Loa

Three Children Perish In Farmhouse Fire Near Millville Pa

Fire swept a long farm house in a sparse Pennsylvania area near the anthracite region killing Lester Lorow aged 4 Ruth Anne 6 and Evelyn 3 while their parents Oscar and Mrs Lorow were away at Mordansville about seven miles distant Deputy Coroner Lee J Fodock identified the victims and noted the fire origin was undetermined.

Millville Pennsylvania Lee J. Fodock Golumhia County Dentine the Vic ‘Tims Lester Lorow Ruth Anne Evelyn Oscar Loraw Mordansville

Britain to Hand Military Obligation in Middle East to U S

British officials indicate a shift to transfer responsibility for Mediterranean defense to the United States. Bevin argues Britain's economic interests require continued influence in the region, while withdrawal from East Africa is planned in 2–3 years. The move reflects the rise of the United States as a Mediterranean power.

U.S Middle East London Hillish Britain Mediterranean United States East Africa Suee Canal Bevin House of Commons Malittalih & Covgwany Forign War Office Littary

Labor bill compromise seen this week by conferees

Republican Senators Taft and Ball expect House and Senate labor bills to reach a compromise this week. Senator George predicts a milder result than last year and suggests Truman may find veto unlikely. Labor leaders attack both bills, while the Maas version could resemble the Senate bill.

Associated Press Washington Republcan Taft Ohio Bart Minn Senate House George Truman Senate House Sowald Voteiny Georgia Hall Tath Ball Dub

May Denies Part in Conspiracy in War Fraud Trial

Former Kentucky Congressman Andrew J. May testified at his war fraud trial that he never entered into a conspiracy to defraud the government. His attorney pressed him on loans linked to Murray Garsson and his brother Henry Garsson, and May denied any involvement.

Associated Press Washington Kentucky Andrew J. May Congress Warren Magee Murray Gatsson Henry

Truman repeats call for national health program in Congress

May 19 bulletin from Sangas City reports President Truman sending a message to Congress reiterating the appeal for a national health program while his press secretary Charles G Ross notes the president signed the final draft at Grandview as he stayed by his gravely ill mother. Also covered are the Supreme Court ruling that local police deputized guards are employees who may join unions, Attly’s UN membership handoff via Italian ambassador, a House Post Office committee vote to raise postal rates for $11 million more revenue, and a deadly explosion at a munitions dump in Brunswick Germany killing twelve people.

Wy Isoyusayou Area Sangas City Truman Congress Charles G. Ross Grandview Washington Supreme Court House Fost Office

Lewis and Policy Committee Meet in Washington

Joyi b. Lewis convened the Mine Workers policy group to chart a wage talks path as Dorel Eph and Wester operators hold contract data. The union seeks firm wage terms, health and welfare funds, and a strengthened federal safety code before talks resume, with questions on pay for a 40 hour week and potential benefits expansion.

Former area man killed in Florida wreck

The body of Robert Maxwell, former Spring Creek resident, is returned to his city after a car crash in Dade County Florida. Maxwell died at Kendall Hospital after his vehicle overturned on the shoulder, his wife Elisabeth slightly hurt. He served in the Air Corps, lived in Miami, and leaves a wife, parents, and sister. Funeral services will be held after calling hours.

Robert Maxwell Spring Creek Niami Fla Alo Noo Maxwell Dade County Kendall Ratii Dade County Shellas Elisabeth Miarat Air Depot Oveele Cow High Cow High Sehiool Rochester Air Corps Wights Ninth Air Forces Scotland England Maxwell Field Ala Elizabeth Sears Maxwell Miami Ms. Fair Maxwell Sputni Creek Jane Coral Gables Plu Hracken- Keating Willy Nommute Union City Magee Buller State O. Henry Thomas ‘Motor GLF Union Géty Corry Youngsville Ohio New York

Acquit Three In Lynching Trial In Greenville

The defense rested in a lynching trial of 28 white men in Greenville as Judge Martin directed full acquittal of three defendants and acquittal on two counts for seven others. The three who refused to speak to police were Earle Martin, Vardty McBee Nands, and Ernest Stokes.

Associated Press Greenville South Carolina J. Robert Martin Earle Martin Booth Curtin Vardty McBee Nands Ernest, Stokes Nate

Stern Gang 10 Continue Fight Against British

The text reports the Stern Gang ten continuing confrontations with British forces. It notes Itgun Leumi broadcasts as a factor and claims immediate truce hopes are killed. The piece urges Britain to lay down arms and end arrests of Jews.

Stern Gang Itgun Leumi

Haifa Port rocked by heavy blasts amid Middle East tensions

Reports from Haifa describe devastating explosions and a large fire near the port after the Trade Winds vessel arrived from the United Kingdom. British violence is met with retaliation claims by Jewish underground groups as the Palestine crisis intensifies and international observers note no casualties from the mine incident.

Jerusalem Holy Land Palestinn Keonelendt Yeuilureluy Tygun Palestine Cyprus Britain Bruce Syeia Haifa Hirawin Mizhd Sy. Carmel Trade Winds

Naval Officer to Speak Here at Rotary Club Meeting

Et. Comdr T L Wartington of the United States Naval Reserve will address the Rotary Club this evening at the Corry Hotel. He will discuss Naval Reserve Work and present the film The New Naval Reserve. An open house at the American Legion Post Home on North Center Street is set for tomorrow night with Warrington speaking on Naval Reserve advantages and a demonstration of a specially adapted flint for this Naval Reserve Week.

United States Naval Reserve Rotary Club Corry Naval Reserve Amelean Legion Post North Center Street

President Seeks Comfort By Staying At Mother's Bedside

The president remains by his mother’s side in Grandview. He sits with family and reads papers, while a personal physician monitors her condition. The morning update notes he plans to leave the hotel for Grandview after breakfast and return later. The scene centers on a family health crisis amid presidential duties.

Trunon Crandview Wallice Graham Marth

Phone Strike Pickets Return at Western Electric War

Washington May 19 Workers at Western Electric resume picketing forcing temporary cuts in Bell system service. In New Jersey main exchanges were newly picketed while union leaders and the Labor Department reported tentative pay offer talks. Two other Western Electric unions reached tentative agreements with wage increases around 11 cents, delaying further action.

Associated Press Washington Western Electric Company New Jersey Bell Telephone Company Wester Blecite Company BigMeen Hole Pai Ti Ernest Weaver ACEW Fox Alee John Murray Neni Conellivion Eib Unlei S . Ower Labor Department Western Electric

Warren Electric Co Op Elects New Officers

The annual meeting of Warren Electric Co-Operative REA was held in Youngsville High School. D. P. Triscult was named president and Arthur Hill vice president, both of Columbus. L. D. Whiteley was secretary from Spring Creek, Homer A. Manley treasurer from Barry. Directors named include Triscult Hill Whiteley Manley Pierce Bosco Johnson Axel Johnson and Orn Mitchell.

Warten Electric Co-Operative—Rea Youngsvilleigh ‘School Dirivers Dlawiig D. P. Triscult Arthur Hill Columbus L. D. Whiteley Spring Creek Homer A. Manley Barry D. P. ‘Triscult Arthur HL Fy D. Whiteley Homer A Manley G. _ U. Pierce Steve Bosco Ina Johnson Axel Johnson Orn Mitchell

Fire Damage Hits DuBois Building. Two Firefighters Hurt

Fire swept through the volunteer fire station in DuBois Pennsylvania on May 19 causing about $20,000 in damage. Two firefighters were slightly injured while a hook and ladder crew and an ambulance were towed away for safety. Fire Inspector William Reig cited likely failure of defective electrical equipment as the cause.

Wey Dubois Funes Ourdables Luna William Reig Crinicipal

Seven Auto Wrecks With No Hurt Reported

State Police investigated seven weekend auto wrecks with no injuries. In Sparginghure Mn David E Rupes in a 146 Dodge failed to signal and crashed into a machine driven by William Wetzel causing about $80 damage. At Scott's Crossing Clayton Lenz Milwaukee cut in front of James Consolo from Got and was cited for reckless driving. Consolo’s car damage estimated at $600.

Sta- Son Lnvestiga Ved biWis Auto Talents AU Guloniolles Joroueh Sparignshure David E. Rupes William Wetzel Salem Wiin al Scott Clayton Lenz Milwaukee Wis James Consolo Railroad Street Consolo

Child Found Drowned Near Weedville Creek Bed

Rita Ann Blegg, 30 months, missing from Weedville since dusk, was found wedged in Burns Ruin rocks eight miles from her home. Volunteers and three men searched Weerville area overnight with no success. Separate obituary notes William R. Douglas, 63, longtime State Department of Labor and Industry bureau chief and Republican figure, died in Camp Hill.

Associated Press ST. Marys Rita Ann Blegg Weedville Burns Ruin Weerville Here Harrisburg William R. Douglas State Department of Labor and Industry Camp Hill

George Sees Only 2 Billion Trim In President Budget

Washington May 19 Secretary of the Treasury Snyder told Congress a period of tax reduction is approaching but offered no firm recommendations. Republican lawmakers seek a clear stance on a possible tax cut while House and Senate debate a substantial revision of the tax system and overall finances.

George Associated Press Washington Secretary of Treasury Snyder Congress Today Hub Whit Sixes House Congress Secretary of the Treasury Huens GOP Trumall Senate Shearst Halse Ways and Means Kyllison R-Minn Bondi Tysb Uwtah Goulh

Trio Rob Corry Man on Route 6

Harry Church of Corry reports three young men posing as police officers robbed him on Route 6 east of Columbus. They stopped his car while he slept, demanded his license, and stole about $8 from his wallet before leaving in a blue sedan.

Harry Church Corry Route 6 Columbus Church Oity

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