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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1946
Page
1
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Rivers burst banks across Pennsylvania and New York following days of rain. Williamsport and Harrisburg report severe flooding with many homes flooded and thousands homeless. Red Cross and volunteers deploy boats and tanks to reach stranded residents as officials warn crests may arrive late tonight.
Flooding has tangled train service as Memorial Day events proceed. A civic program is planned in City Park with speakers Col. Roxs Mehrman and Col. W. Stunt Houglton, plus bands, solos, and a salute to the dead.
Washington May 29 The government pushes to resolve major labor disputes ahead of a possible June 15 ship stoppage. Labor Secretary Schwellebach convened talks with shipowners and union chiefs to avert a strike that could halt Atlantic Pacific and Gulf port shipping and threaten relief exports. Joseph Curran NMU president said operators may offer new proposals. seven unions seek 130 percent wage hikes eight hour day and retroactive pay for about 200000 members aboard 3400 ships.
Fire swept a two story brick building in Irwin Pa yesterday injuring two men. The blaze damaged Jack Scally cleaning and pressing shop and possibly started from a gas escape. Fire Chief Russell Ray estimated the loss at $20 000 and Fireman Russell Guy was treated for a back injury.
Flooding restricts Erie and Pennsylvania rail routes in the Hornell and Renovo districts. Trains diverted via Pittsburgh detours cause hours of delay while mail congestion builds at Corry. Officials expect gradual resumption from Renovo Lackawanna and Williamsport as waters fall.
A city wide shutdown ended as a AFL-CIO committee accepted a pledge to negotiate with organized workers. City Manager Laws By Curt Wright’s policy statement was approved at 2 16 a m and all business resumed at dawn. Picket lines had halted operations yesterday and did not return. The one day strike involved about 900 unionists following May 15 moves to abolish 489 Public Works jobs.
The Daily Pacifican, an Army newspaper in Manila, asks for transfer to other duties after accusing superiors of forcing staff to twist and deceptively present news. The piece claims the Pacifi can no longer be a free and honest newspaper.
Multiple plants announce short closures for Memorial Day by late Friday. Aero Supply, Conny-Jamestown MIB, Ajax, Waris, and others plan one day or weekend suspensions, with limited operations Friday and Saturday at select sites.
U.S. Secretary of State Byrnes bluntly denied Molotov's charges as Moscow weighs Russian reaction. He said no British American bloc against Russia exists and noted Stalin agreed to a Big Four treaty idea. Byrnes projected further talks in Paris on June 16 to resolve differences.
Harrisburg May 28 William S Bailey Harrisburg attorney and World War II veteran was designated today as head of the reactivated MK Infantry Division Pennsylvania National Guard with rank of colonel Major General B J Stackpole Guard commander said Bailey will serve overseeing the organization of the Tenth Corps Field Artillery to be organized on quota priority
Residents report a heavy earth and rock slide on Highway East near Spring Creek lines up a prolonged clearance effort. Crews from Warren County Highway Forces battle to remove debris with heavy equipment as more slides threaten stability and traffic remains halted.
Officer Harley Brake recovered stolen goods after a theft at Western Auto Store North Center. Owen Hepler faces a larceny charge for admitting a 254.60 theft. LaVern McEldowney was detained, then released to his father to appear as needed.
Isig Muller an 11 year old from Beauverdamey was treated at Corry Hospital yesterday afternoon for back burns after a classmate threw diluted nitric acid during a student shuffle at the Senior High Laboratory. Hospital said injuries not serious and student remains under treatment.
Senate considered emergency labor legislation amid talks over draft provisions and national strike powers. President Truman’s draft amendment faced mixed support as lawmakers weighed the impact on government industries and rapid action by both chambers.
Gorey chamber of commerce directors urged construction of 25 new houses. The group seeks federal veteran priorities, Ajax and Corry Industries show interest, and Ajax Works plans to bring families by train. Special membership event set for June 5 with veterans group adding four members.
Secretary of State Byres told Congress the United States will strive for arms moderation among nations. A U.N. spokesman said Lie would not appear before the Security Council to address an allegation that French troops seized Thai territory. Anthracite miners unionists and Teiders of the APL marked time in wage talks as a 75,000 Pennsylvania miners contract nears expiration with a possible strike looming at midnight.
Harrisburg May 2. Employment compensation denied to striking miners in western Pennsylvania after President Truman seized the mines. Under the Smith Connally act benefits for workers who refuse to work for the government are blocked. Estimated 90 000 idle miners are held as justified until mines are relinquished. Maximum weekly payment cited at $20, potential weekly savings about $1 800 000.
Two sets of executions unfold as 14 German war criminals hanged at Dachau in a mass U S Army action. Officials weigh a possible reprieve for Martin Gottfried Weiss while the second gallows loom for 14 more as witnesses recount Dachau’s brutal abuses.
Washington May 29 Senior Senator Guess told the Senate that the coal strike will be felled as bey m. Lewis met with the United Mine Workers policy committee as Columbus District HQs expressed belief an end is at hand. The report from Price said settlement details would be worked out. Official sources cautioned no definite agreement yet.
Ora Stermed reports serious vandalism at Mead Park over recent days. A lawnmower was damaged and some items stolen, a section of outdoor seating torn, and a shed nearby damaged. Police are pursuing leads to identify the youths involved.
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