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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 20, 1948
Page
1
The fragment lists farm equipment and household items for sale including tractors and a variety of tools. It mentions dates, locations, and contact lines like Call 3120 and 3122 for details, with references to acreage and local farms.
Walter Reuther leader of the United Auto Workers addresses Portland business leaders urging a fourth postwar wage rise. He says prices have climbed and workers need 15 cents hourly gains to restore June 1944 purchasing power, framing the effort as part of CIO efforts to discipline leftist councils. The New York City council case looms large in CIO policy.
The Pennsylvania Gas Company states no rate increase is planned at this time. President William H. Locke of Warren said the company will seek a satisfactory revenue level through possible future rate changes, citing a 10 month earnings decline and rising operating costs. Movie actress Gene Tierney gives birth to a daughter in New York, weighing six pounds eight ounces, in reported good condition.
Stanford Hose Company sponsors a pupillary dance at St. Howard's Hall with Lady Music by The Silhouettes under Rita Downey. Carl Peterson, company president, announced the event will be held from 7 PM. to 11 PM with all arrangements in place.
A severe onrush of snow hit Colorado, Nebraska, and Kansas as trains, buses, and cars stalled. Power lines fell, communities were isolated, and a 15 year old girl died in Hutchinson, Kansas, after diabetes hindered hospital access during the blizzard. National Guardsmen aided stranded motorists while the Coast Guard reported an ore carrier damaged by waves on Lake Superior.
A tentative agreement on a new Raymond plant contract faces two remaining obstacles before members of Teal 629 of the United Auto Workers vote. The proposed wage increases include 10 cents per hour for women and seven cents for men, with union dues, paid vacations, grievances, and seniority provisions to be included plant wide.
A massive natural gas pipeline explosion at the Redington pumping station near Seymour Indiana sent fire into the air for miles. Eighteen people were injured and numerous vehicles and small buildings were destroyed. A second blast followed about 90 minutes later. Sixteen received burns. three were hospitalized in serious condition.
Babson Park, Maps., Nov. 20. Roger W. Babson argues that post election lessons show management and labor must cooperate to avoid economic downturns. He warns against overreach by unions and predicts leadership shifts could trigger a new low mood, urging enlightened management to guide workers toward the rational path and free enterprise gains.
The United States told the United Nations that the Negev Desert area in southern Palestine should not be taken by Israel without Jewish consent. Washington backs Falke Bernadotte's principles with exceptions, warns boundary issues, and supports Israel’s UN admission while opposing his plan to swap the Negev for western Galilee. The special UN session revisited Bernadotte’s plan as Israeli forces hold the Negev.
A brief survey by the Lees department early this morning found no major damage from a wind storm that lashed Corry yesterday. Rain fell throughout the day totaling 0.91 inches, with thunder and lightning and a temperature swing from about 60s to 40s.
Clair Baldwin of Corry is charged with leaving the scene of an accident after a collision on South Center street involving Blaine Burkett of Pleasant street. Baldwin, located on Mill street, admitted involvement and will face the misdemeanor charge in court. arraignment date not set.
Amid Allied talks in November the United States and Britain oppose a French plan for postwar Germany seeking stronger safeguards against a feared German resurgence. Officials promise to reinforce defenses and resist German rearmament while coordinating with France and Britain on policy.
Bulletin items from Nanking and Budapest detail a U S embassy note on radio set seizures at the American consulate general, a Cardinal Mindszenty arrest in Hungary on treason charges, and a missing Army aircraft in British Guiana prompting a population advisory.
Penelec crews continue attempts to cut overhead branches and isolate the static source to improve radio reception across the city. Officials say the street light circuit tests hint at noise from lighting may contribute to the disturbance and some relief is reported after recent trimming. A second item reports a dynamite blast at a Manila evacuation center killed fourteen refugees and wounded twelve, targeting civilians fleeing Hukbalahap guerrillas.
A Thanksgiving union service is planned with Rev Ht Asencietion and Rev Hh Ray Harris leading hymns and readings. The program includes sermon, prayer, and closing benediction by Rev Tames M. Mentos, with music and responsive readings.
Shy Commonwealth investigations led to hearings on horse and bovine meat sold for dog food and claimed for human consumption. A lawyer's son and two operators were fined a total of 1550 dollars for transporting and processing meat from dead horses and cows into Pennsylvania from New York.
The Seal Sale 10 fundraiser begins Monday evening at 6 00 p m at Wayne Valley Church as Miss Eva Kepler reports most letters sent to over 3000 Corry residents should reach by Monday night. The event supports the Bre County Health and Tuberculosis Association with proceeds aiding health and emergency relief efforts and aims to shorten the campaign this year. Representatives from civic and service clubs will attend along with others interested in the seal drive.
County commissioners approved a grant of 1197 to Concord Township for improvement of 22 miles of highway. The funds will come from the liquor fuels tax subdistrict and were approved by Ray Smock, Highway Department secretary.
Article reports Associate Press note that President Truman authorized a view through a close aide that his administration can diwert another low mood. Rep Bam Roy bir i spmaker-to-be of the House laid the administration dwulsion in the dine. The piece quotes various names and phrases reflecting political debate and Truman’s stance.
National Grange wrapped up its annual convention in Portland Maine endorsing repeal of the oleomargarine tax once safeguards prevent sale deception. Delegates expect Congress to lift the tax on colored margarine and its uncolored variant, signaling major farm policy shifts.
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