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Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

May 25, 1948

Page

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Sale 85 at Colum... improvements and church details

Notice of sale 85 describes property improvements and church grounds with names including Jessie Curtis F D Curtis and Warren Yanis estate. It states required notices on wills and debts, and invites those with claims to present them. The undersigned, Warren’s heirs, request all persons with an interest to come forward.

Colum Aication Ramuanity Church R Holes Jessie Curtis Lee Curtis F. D. Curtis Lake Wiship Warren Yanis Warren

Arabs Weigh Cease Fire Extension Amid UN Plea

Arab representatives meet in Amman to consider a United Nations request for a pause in fighting over Palestine. The Security Council extended the deadline to noon tomorrow, while Britain pressures Arab states to halt hostilities and preserve arms training. The scene in Jerusalem remains contested with both sides claiming gains.

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Senate to Act on Draft Training Measure

May reports from Washington indicate the Senate Armed Services Committee aims to push through draft legislation soon after dropping a compulsory training plank. President Truman and Israel's provisional leader discussed arms shipment bans, while fighting in Jerusalem extended past a cease fire deadline as the Security Council extended its deadline to 48 hours for proposal study.

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Woman May Survive Leap from Nine Stories

A one story hotel window ledge 10th story height prompted a fall that left a Pensacola year old woman with severe internal injuries. Captain Le Maxwell reported the woman had no chance for survival today. The incident occurred at a Pensacola office building and involved remarks from Welborn, Jr. of Galveston.

Pena Pensacola Pin Alresi Pensacola Maxwell Welborn, Jr Galveston

Truman Urges Broadening Social Security Benefits

President Truman called for immediate action to expand Social Security to 20 million more people. He proposed boosting benefits at least 50 percent, raising the pension age for women to 60, and extending coverage to self employed workers, farm and domestic workers. He also urged higher payroll taxes and broader eligibility to cushion inflation’s impact on the aged and needy. He asked Congress to fund larger payments with a higher Social Security tax starting next January. He also urged extending unemployment benefits and aiding the needy with broader federal matching funds.

Sly Wren Washington Truman Republlican Congress Sipereen Buonden Rover

City Council to Hear Pension Plans Friday Night

City Council will meet Friday night to discuss a municipal pension setup. Insurance representatives will explain police retirement plan options and state law materials will be gathered for future meetings. Council also authorized ad bidding for summer road work and advised nearby property owners to arrange gas and water connections before paving. Clogged Bear Crank channel work will be done by street crews this summer.

Alliny Insuruice Hhigh Cornelliweabers Scott Alengthy Guy Street

Youth Sentenced On Auto Charge In State Police Case

Alexander R. Holfelder, 23, of Sharpsburg, was sentenced in Exe county jail to time and fined 60 dollars for operating a motor vehicle with a suspended license. He was picked up near Union City after authorities learned of the license revocation and had been previously cleared of a manslaughter charge in Allegheny county. Wayne Glenton, assistant district attorney, noted Holfelder had also been fined in Butler county for operating an auto after license revocation.

Sharpabore Youll Corry Ey Exe Alexander R. Holefelder Holfelder Union City Allegheny County Wayne Glenton Sharpsburg Butler County

Phone Talks Resume In Long Distance Dispute

New York May 95 Parties representing about 95 000 long distance telephone workers in 42 states decide to resume negotiations and delay proceedings before a presidential fact finding board. Officials from the CIO American Federation of Telephone Workers and AT&T met for two hours and will continue talks under the mediation service. The fact finding board hearing is postponed until next June.

New York Jong Lines Department Americat Telephone and ‘Telegraph Company Alii CIO American Union ‘Telephone Workers T 3 Land Wugthy Mftex

Truman seeks higher minimum wage amid assembly clash

President Truman asks Congress to raise the federal minimum wage from 40 to 78 cents an hour, citing aid to schools and broader labor reform. Leaders Lucas and McCormack spoke for the coalition, while key Democrats were absent from the White House meeting.

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Lewis Facing Third Contempt Action In 18 Months

Two more Soviet vetoes blocked a United Nations probe into February's Czech coup. Gromyko used a double veto to defeat a proposed investigative group, with a 9 to 2 vote including Ukraine and Finland abstaining. The United States pressed for a full inquiry as tension rose over Prague.

Lewis Associated Press Lake United Nations Wiesbeek Hovlel Andrei A. Gromyko Gromyko Writulo Wger Council Sabe Shinee Detesnius Bovieh Ukraine Funsia Cie Gromiyko Nas Italy U. N United States Hailyun China Bronce Council

Clean Up Drive Begins Tuesday in Corry

Corry launches a community wide cleanup drive led by the Chamber of Commerce with George Reliz directing efforts. Mrs. Willian Leaby named secretary as civic groups pledge support to beautify the city, improve health and safety, and protect property values.

Corry Ishy George Reliz Phi Chamber of Commerce Committee Willian’ Leaby Geitz Saie

Mercury Dips as Fog Delays Nighttime Reading

The mercury fell during the night with temperatures dropping to 32 degrees. Heavy fog hindered visibility and prevented accurate gauge readings at Dory’s home Aves, complicating temperature observations.

Dory Aves

New Complaint Filed Against Miners Chief in Labor Case

A new injunction seeking action against Lewis by the National Labor Relations Board and Moody’s is filed as the United Mine Workers head faces contempt risk. Goldsborough and Denham urge a quick show cause hearing and a fielding order to prevent more labor disruption before June 1.

Associated Press Washington John L. Lossis Uini Tempbot Loy Mont Loch Saul Ajien Ind Tude Alan Goldsborough de Sire UMW Joseph E. Mundy Southern Coal Prosuours Association Vuite Hone Y. Dinham Eheral Coun Moody's Taft Burtley Dontiam NLRB Galdsborouah Golliaborough Golds Denham Mketihi Lewis Moody Janet Goldsborough Nuwevey

Mead Park Work Begins as Site Renovations Start

An article notes the A Zunes and Son firm beginning improvements at Mead Park. Crews will clean and rebuild sections around the pond and dam while preserving historic water show exhibits gifted by Jonathan Yeats and architect Glenit heads.

A. Zunes Boryu William Mowrey Johar Park Glenit “Feads Philadelphia

Truman Defends Vidas on Tip Amid Agency Disclosure

President Truman defended Vidas amid a Commerce Department official tip disclosed to the public. The White House stated loyalty remained strong, despite questions raised by a Wilson News Agency report.

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Presbyterian Church Starts $10,000 Remodeling Project

The Presbyterian Church at South Center and West Streets began a remodeling project worth about 15,000 dollars with a 5,000 dollar grant for completing a living room addition and Sunday School room. projects include plastering, painting, a new porch, heating system, and fiber optic updates as part of a broader renovation.

Presbyterian Church Murat E. Anderson He Beard J. W. Rickey Dex Geb Boyd

Finnish strikes shut ports amid Communist cabinet row

Amid a Finnish political crisis, strikes closed ports including Helsinki and several Finnish harbors as demonstrators protested the dismissal of the Communist minister of interior. The army gave no sign of a coup, while Moscow and other sources urged nonreaction.

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Court Acts On Corryite Will At Orphans Court

In Corry, Orphans Court Judge Orin Wallean Thursting heard arguments over Mrs. Benson's will. The estate is valued around 22 000 dollars with 10 000 dollars in securities and bequests to unnamed charitable institutions. Next week's hearing aims to interpret how pension and unemployment benefits apply during vacation periods, with Corry Hospital likely named as the beneficiary institution.

Nina Benson Orphans Court Wright Stoeet Orin Walle Thursting Stewart A.court Long Corry Pennsylvania Corry Hospital Lone Latiz Omny Fenetice Longdiw

ZORRY WOMEN SETTLE ASSAULT BATTERY CASE

An assault and battery case involving two women was settled this morning by Alderman M. Cobelli. Mrs Lester Gray of West Bend Street was required to post bond and pay medical bills after a fight on North Jenler Street injured Lis Wiifeh who received facial lacerations needing medical attention.

M. , Cobelli Lester Gray West Bend Street Amelie Clisloots East Pleasant Sreet

YAISES HOPES FOR QUICK END TO CHRYSLER TIEUP

YAISES seeks a rapid resolution to a Chrysler arrangement with a unique formula costing 75 million dollars annually. The plan aims to modify wage patterns and living costs while boosting average wages to about 1.6 times.

Yaises Chrysler

GM grants 1 cent an hour raise to 225000 workers

General Motors and the CIO United Auto Workers reach a wage formula boosting hourly pay by one cent for about 225,000 workers, costing roughly 78 million dollars yearly. The plan ties future increases to living costs after September 1, with a minimum base wage binding for two years and possible upward adjustments.

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Pittsburgh Rent Tax Debate Highlights Crafton Budget

Fragmented lines describe Crafton borough finances and school board actions. Visual text mentions Propane, taxation effects, and budget items with unclear figures. The readable parts reference a May date and a financial impact on local services and taxation.

Pittsburgh Crafton Crafton School Board

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