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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 23, 1945
Page
1
Fragmented listing details various livestock, dairy cows and heifers, horses, hogs, and farm equipment with prices and measurements. Includes stallion terms, sale times, and buyer instructions. Mentions entries from specific farms and bidders, with multiple lot numbers and historic trade terms.
American prosecutors linked 20 German industrialists to Hitler's rearmament plot at Nuremberg. Gustav Krupp and Walther Funk named as financiers, with Keitel denying cabinet participation. The trial traced industry ties to Nazi aggression and the 1933 leadership shift.
Fire destroyed the home of Elmer Warder Hiualty on Mound Street after an oil stove explosion. The blaze spread rapidly through the dwelling, driving the family and other residents from the property as flames consumed the house and household furnishings. Responders faced severe winter conditions as they fought to control the blaze and safeguard survivors.
City Council finished a two day session of the Court for Appeals on the city triennial Assessment. They reported no major changes and noted complaints rose to 29. Some downward revisions were granted, with many valuations adjusted where new construction was underway or completed. The shift to a uniform personal per capita tax will lower occupation levy while likely leaving overall municipal tax base largely unchanged.
Erie November 23 Frank Bromley reported back to normal and ready to renew his fight to overturn the 1942 Life Imprisonment for the Good Friday slaying of Petty Officer Lloyd Wilkinson. Attorneys Jiullante and Stephany plan a new trial petition citing trial errors as they seek a date early next year for arguments. District Attorney Laub will oppose the motion December 1 and after January 7 will join the court handlers.
Government announces end of rationing for all meats fats and foods. The Associated Press reports Secretary of Agriculture Anderson says the reform will take effect soon and sugar will be the only rationed item remaining. Immediate implementation likely to impact markets and households nationwide.
Former Secretary of State Hull testifies before the Senate House committee that the United States pursued diplomatic talks and avoided issuing an ultimatum to Japan prior to the Pearl Harbor attack. He recounts warnings of Japan's likely early attack and notes Roosevelt and he sought to strengthen defenses while avoiding a showdown.
An unsuccessful assassination attempt occurred at 9:00 a.m. as President Juan Jose Amezaga left his home. The attacker was disarmed by the president’s aide before firing. Amezaga, Colorado party member, won election in November 1942.
Harrisburg authorities report 24 hunting fatalities in Pennsylvania so far this year and warn that penalties for negligent hunting may rise. Beth Gordon of the game commission says the fatalities occur despite a safety campaign and strict laws, with fines up to 2000 dollars and possible license suspensions or prison for deadly negligent acts. Six deaths already occurred this season, including five young duck hunters in the Allegheny River, continuing a deadly trend from the prior year.
Elmer C. Carrier Post American Legion announces a national gifts program titled Gifts for the Yanks who gave. Local boxes for donations are at Rex Ward's Al's Clothes Show and Om's Cot's with Paut Fleming and Alfred N. King spearheading the drive. Auxiliary members will wrap gifts and send them to district headquarters in Harrisburg. local collection ends December 16.
The city’s Streets Department received harsh calls and a scathing letter about its failure to address dangerous intersections by noon today. Readers note delays despite a recent wage increase request for all employees.
Hospital board met at Hotel Corry to authorize reorganization and discuss paid fines for directors. Attendees included Fogle Halden Nast Pain Huimesule Seheppirr Silly Young Elston Irvine Linley, with guests Roger M Brown and Supt Deaving. Supt Deaylig reported 86 admissions in month, 1051 days of service, eight deaths and twenty births, plus major and minor surgeries.
London November 1948 Churchill and Foreign Secretary Bevin clashed in a Commons debate over Labour plans for a three year delay on a Greek monarchy plebiscite. Bevin warned against delaying and denied any move to hold a plebiscite in Greece now. He urged Great Powers to state their wishes to maintain peace and pledged Britain will avoid unfriendly actions toward other nations.
A 16 year old Bradford boy, Robert Blias, disappeared while hunting in Blondike woods about ten miles from Bradford. A large search of Bradford residents, aided by James Storey’s hunting camp, State Police, and Bradford American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars posts, was launched after he failed to return by 9 PM Thanksgiving night.
Two pedestrians were severely injured in Erie car accidents today. Simon Spets, 82, suffered a fractured skull and was in poor condition at Hamel Hospital. Josef Mikolojow had a fractured left leg and possible internal injuries, with attendants at St. Vincent's Hospital noting the seriousness.
A chaotic incident at an American warehouse ends with police detaining numerous individuals amid rumors of broader outbreaks. Reports mention Japanese forces surrendering in Tokyo area and high profile figures tied to wartime leadership, with conflicting claims about war status and motives.
A large audience attended a Thanksgiving service at the city Methodist Church with Rev. Francis G. Whiteman delivering the sermon on The Thankful Heart. The event, a first peacetime Thanksgiving in years, featured choir participation, hymns, and an offering supporting the Red Cross Salvation Army and other local charities.
In West Grove Pennsylvania on Nov 3 a hunter caused fatal gunshot wounds to Lewis Stone a 37 year old farmer killing him an hour before his seventh child was born. The accident occurred during a hunts fig incident near the Stone home.
Corry band members met near West Main street discussing a possible disbanding and asset disposal. They decided to pause further action and hold in reserve instruments and property until spring for a potential reorganization around May 1 pending interest.
Mrs. Tola Lilley of West Pleasant Street was rushed to Corry Hospital after swallowing a considerable quantity of Lysol. Dr J C Kibler treated her. she was reported out of danger the next morning with recovery expected. Details of the incident remain unclear.
Detroit news reports pickets in cold snow as federal mediator travels to Washington hoping for an early wage dispute settlement at General Motors plants. Talks focus on a 30 percent wage increase and arbitration outcomes as union leaders plan food aid and continued picketing while office workers are urged not to force entry into plants.
Long Beach California November 23 Admiral William F. Halsey relinquished command of the 3rd Fleet in a formal ceremony aboard the South Dakota. The Navy marker noted his 45 years of service and handed over to successor aboard the flagship.
Snow drifts and heavy accumulation paralyze sections of Albany and surrounding counties with more than five inches in several towns and lighter accumulations toward Buffalo area. Roads are slick and travel advisories remain in effect as crews work to clear stranded stretches and restore services.
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