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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1946
Page
1
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Babson argues lower rates benefit borrowers and taxpayers. He notes war bonds paid up to 40 percent during World War I but now pay 2 to 4 percent, saving taxpayers billions in interest. He recalls mortgage costs falling to around 4 percent, predicting substantial long term savings for homeowners over twenty years.
A special board of education session is expected early next week to act on the 1946 graduates list from Senior High, with possible action on the John Wiggers First Avenue property and other school matters. Resignations among staff are reported, tax duplicate work proceeds, and a new two percent early-payment discount applies this year. Also noted: roadwork and school-building improvements, topsoil shipments from Val Maherty, and a fatal bicycle accident involving Albert Warnhagile.
Erie rail operations show little activity with Corry yards idle and Pennsylvanian lines blocked by a strike. Two Erie freights passed through Corry late night, one with refrigerated perishables and another with general merchandise. Only No. 6 passenger train from the Brie appeared briefly, while no Pennsy passenger, express, or mail movement occurred.
Businesses will suspend generally next Thursday for Memorial Day with exceptions for news and stationery stores. The exclusives will remain open Wednesday afternoon until 5:20. Grocery stores will close at 7:00 that evening. Bans and utilities observe the legal holiday.
Lt Col Ross Fehlman, veteran of World Wars I and II, is slated to command a new Antelfon unit in the AeW National Guard in this area, including Company A of Cony. Official confirmation remains unofficial as Kanisburg reports urge he accept the commission. Company A will stay in Corry during the transition, with recruiting starting in June and the new battalion under Col Fehlman in the restructured regiment.
Bell A. Marko and Ralph Groom, both of Philadelphia, are jailed on $5,000 bail for the Federal grand jury on charges of interfering with interstate commerce by jamming switchplates. Commissioner Norman J. Griffin lists Marko as conductor and Groom as brakeman. both deny the charges amid Marko's claim of 26 years with the Pennsylvania Railroad and a denunciation of the case as a phony, rapacious plot.
Gerald J. Blore and Harry P. Schweicker, both from Erie addresses, were arrested soon after a James Town wreck near Spring Creek. Officers say the pair rifled the wrecked vehicle while victims were en route to Corry Hospital. They faced larceny charges and were to appear before Justice Perry Mead in Warren County. Forsdorn, investigating the crash, traced the theft and arrested them.
Washington May 25 The coal strike truce enters its final hours with no clear sign miners will return to work or extend the 42 day walkout. Truman pledged air rail service restoration, adding urgency to the decision as rail traffic risks halt without coal. Government control of seized pits looms if talks fail, with about 400,000 miners affected.
Jamestown couple awakened from sleep in a station wagon when the car veered off the Erie road near Taylor Service Station at six this morning. Mrs Bruce Bishop sustained head injuries and cuts while Mr Bishop escaped harm. The vehicle rolled down a 2 stamp embankment toward P Rhodes, and the couple, en route to Ola for a wedding, continued west after hospital treatment. Investigators believe the driver dozed or was not fully awake when starting the car.
Water service is assured as cities curtail use due to dwindling coal supplies. The company reports no slack in supply for the near term and that North County loading station will meet demand. Officials say there is sufficient fuel to sustain normal operations for a considerable period with no immediate curtailment planned.
Rumors swirl about Mr Gordon possibly resigning his post as alderman and police magistrate and school tax collector. Discussion in City Council and Board of Education signals a potential reorganization with a new combined office and a possible successor from among candidates including Constable Poll ex of the Second Ward, though no decision has been made and Mr Gordon has not yet announced final plans.
Mr and Mrs Willie Hunt of Torpedo were driving to Corry Hospital when a baby was born in the car before arrival. The mother received care on arrival and her condition was listed as fair. The newborn died. hospital attendants recovered the mother, Gladys Wooustt, for treatment.
Vets from the American Legion and other groups met to finalize plans for the city Memorial Day observance. A special religious service will be held Sunday evening, with speakers and community participation announced for the commemoration.
Veteran Corry officer speaks as Methodists and Legion join VFW and women’s auxiliary for a Memorial Day service. Rev PA Galbreath to deliver sermon. Procession plans include West Washington Street to City Park, escorted by civic groups and veterans. Master of ceremonies Olin Bracken, former mayor and past American Legion commander.
An announcement notes Allan Hasbrouck of Un City Me purchasing Fuller’s Market on Meadville Street in Edinboro, to take over June 3 and move his family to Edinboro. Retired Sew Bees veteran Hasbrouck has nine years at Aero Supply Mfg Co and grocery store experience through Caned Street, with Mr and Mrs Ernest Anderson buying his home at 319 Concord Street.
In Grim, Pennsylvania, Michael Big Mike Bibi and his sister Mrs Millie Thougis were found guilty of first degree murder in the March 3 slaying of ex-sailor Robert Fishers. The verdict carries life imprisonment for Mrs Thougis and potential death for Bubna. sentencing was deferred pending appeal.
May 25 reports from Philadelphia show six engineers and several war crews reporting for work in line with President Truman's appeal. May 9 notes from Pennsylvania Railroad say no move by workers to return, while temporarily releasing nonessential staff across the system. AlbanyMay 24 confirms Newark Central Railroad workers to report for duty per the president’s appeal, per Central officials.
President Truman declares a strike against the government and 40 million Americans, urges engineers and train workers back to work by a deadline, and signals possible legislative action to empower federal control. He faulted railroad union leaders for wage disputes and vowed to use the Army if necessary to end the paralysing strike.
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