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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 23, 1946
Page
1
A public sale notice from the Master in Equity details estate by order of the Court of Pleas of Brie, listing parcels connected to Edwin G. and others. The notice covers sale procedures, terms, and the appointed time for bidding, with references to specific docket numbers and property tied to a long history of liens and claims.
France insists on internationalizing the Ruhr as part of postwar settlement. The United States and Italy press Russia to limit veto use at the United Nations while drafting European peace plans. Molotov resists a three month postwar security force timetable for Trieste amid Franco American and British debate.
Damage and debris fill the site as the Wiggers property near First Avenue is cleared for a planned new building program. Salvaged material is cataloged and moved, while upper doors and fixtures are removed. The project proceeds under city guidance with debris removal and site preparation ongoing.
Roger W Halson of Babson Park argues his August 16 forecast on fish prices as bellwether for cotton. He notes cotton around $183 per bale then, about $150 now, and predicts further declines before a long-term turn. He cites luxury goods and fur markets weakening and inventories rising, with prices expected to drop next year.
Three of Harry Fowler and wife’s children were killed in a house fire at their farm home in Cape May Court House. Dennisville teen James H and Murmery, Shirley, Flora, and Pater were injured. authorities say the blaze occurred while parents were away visiting relatives.
Mc Tallan American Association Unne Thorning said a sale offer for the Cameron Block property on South Center Street in Trail, Al Magliarditi, will be voted on by members. If approved, the Trailian American Association would transfer the property and new upstairs night club quarters to the club, with the Al Marty cafe remaining on the ground floor. The estimated price is about $100,000 and would also include a portion housing A and P grocery, Brig han Hardware, the Fair Store, and Walter L. Peake offices. Details from Magliarditi and trustees were not provided.
FBI in Corry sought details on Joseph Reed, a former resident now held in New Albany Indiana on charges of stealing a car and transporting it across state lines. Reed was arrested November 13 in New Albany after a vehicle reported stolen in Corry earlier this month. Authorities said more details would be released as prosecutions proceed.
A damaged West Coast weather event describes a fierce wind storm along the California coast with disrupted communications, uprooted vessels, and damaged buildings. The incident affected shipping and coastal towns, with military vessels tied up and crews reporting no immediate danger to the 44 men aboard one wrecked freighter.
State Police findings show excessive speed and driving on the wrong side of the highway caused about half of area crashes. The 7 to 8 PM hour was the most dangerous. Roosevelt Highway Route 6 had the most crashes this year, with ten damage-only incidents and two highway deaths on township roads.
Cobbett, a police magistrate and alderman for the Fourth, is licensed as a real estate agent. He plans to operate as a real estate salesman affiliated with a major firm, and will combine this business with his duties as a municipal official. The license covers buying and selling real estate and property leasing.
A search party found eleven passengers alive at the wreck. The team described a perilous mountain sealing task to reach the site and bring survivors to safety.
Brig Gen Ralph Snavely reports two rescuers reached the wrecked C-53 in the Swiss Alps during a four day operation. About 12 aboard were injured and eight gravely so. Weather improved enabling a team of Alpine climbers to pull survivors from snow and crevasses toward a valley base.
A Milk Control Commission complaint filed yesterday before Alderman lists Charles J Mortison and Joseph Mortison of Seneca owner operators of Mordsor Brothers Dairy and Mudwisk A Bijekehardt of Gear Franklin plus Morris M Rawsch. The case contends milk sold at prices below the state minimum of 25 cents per quart.
In Villanova Pennsylvania on November 23 Ed GA Pew named president in charge of Sun Oil Company continues production lines at the plant led by leader Ir. Potential industry leaders pursue progress as operations resume after a pause.
President Truman faces a possible bipartisan meeting of national leaders to seek a working solution to the coal stoppage crisis. White House advisers note the plan aims to pressure Congress and avert a broader strike, with Senate leaders and key party figures weighing options.
Dr Gillette expanded holdings by purchasing a sizable block of real estate along North Center Street and Wright Street, near the city’s north side. The deals, recorded yesterday, add over 300 feet of frontage and extend westward, with no immediate development plans announced though possible future activity is mentioned.
The new gas well at Carter Hill was spudded in yesterday on the old Rwerarm site and drilling is underway around the clock. A water well is completed to supply needs as operations progress, with 18 inch bore and heavy drilling equipment connected to nearby power. Contractor Plunigan and crew are on site to continue the deep test drilling for Pennsylvania Gas Company.
The Cosy Chamber of Commerce voted to discontinue Christmas lighting during the current crisis and to set altered holiday hours. Stores could extend evening hours before December 1 but await contact with operators before finalizing dates. A fundraising drive for the Roosevelt Highway Association was announced.
A forcible entry case over land north of Corry ended in a satisfactory settlement at Erie County Courthouse. Joby Tinka claimed property, McKeta used it. both signed an agreement allowing use of a driveway while Tinka funded prosecution costs. The matter was resolved with Tinka’s claim recognized. The general mentioned is General Mannshadl vacationing.
Justice Department and Lewis lawyers prepare for Monday court battle as government orders strict limits on electrical and gas use to ease coal shortages. Truman returns to Washington with no signs of compromise while plans to ration fuel and electricity unfold.
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