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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 27, 1948
Page
1
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Roger W Babson notes that promises by Truman may be read with optimism by labor farmers and consumers but warns threefold pledges are hard to keep. He argues subsidy policy could underpin all promises, yet shifts burdens to taxpayers and may raise taxes. Continued discussion expected on page six.
Williamsport Pennsylvania November 27 wher 18 day strike by Edwards Lakes to Sea System drivers and mechanics faded after union rejected latest compromise. Oscar R Neeper president of 260 striking members said terms not disclosed. Federal Mediator Thomas Martin to return to push resumption of service across 1300 miles of routes in PA NY NJ OH and DC. Evacuees in Shanghai report 200 Americans evacuated aboard the US Army ship Wansbort Republic duties.
Missouri solon says agreeable to further aid. Truman authorizes use of entire 4 billion by next April. Rep Cannon pledges to push measure. Swift action promised on additional Marshall Plan funds.
Rep. Cannon pledges rapid action to fill a 250 million dollar gap in European aid. He will push a new measure to speed up Marshall Plan funding and related aid, aiming to use the full 4 billion dollar European recovery fund by next April. The effort comes as China aid and other programs face strain and deadlines.
Unclear report notes the end of gas drilling on Carter Hill after the fifth well failed. The dispatch mentions officials and American urging actions in Berlin and a pending Argentine effort led by Juan Bramuglia to wind up neutral mediation.
Associated Press reports New York Nov 27 that waterfront workers begin voting on accepting terms to release most of the merchant fleet from strikes. Terms include wage increases and job improvements, with broader doubt over west coast peace amid continued longshoreman action and union opposition from some groups. Madame Chiang Kai-shek to visit the United States after addressing Chinese authorities.
DETROIT Nov. 27 Oldsmobile of General Motors announced price increases across its 1949 models. The 98 series gains range from 60 to 370 dollars, the 78 series up 45 to 60, while the 1948 60 series will be discontinued. The changes coincide with Buick and Cadillac price rises and feature the new Rocket engine and Hydramatic drive on the 98.
The Special Gifts Committee of Corry Christmas Seals plans a $2000 fundraising drive chaired by Ralph Carroll. Local businessmen are to be solicited as part of a campaign launched after a recent meeting at the Hotel Corry. The drive supports medical care for school children via the chest x ray program and related emergency services.
Philadelphia reports two former State Banking Department officials face $2,500 bail each on 14 counts of embezzlement and one conspiracy charge tied to the liquidation of B, L assets. George J. Malleh and Elihu A. Greenhouse were held after arraignment, with about $20,218 in cash involved.
Corry man Dixon was arrested in Jamestown after driving away in a truck loaded with four slot machines and punchboards. Officers had been watching the truck in a Jamestown lot when he returned for the machines. a judge ordered destruction of the seized gambling gear valued around 2000 dollars. City and county authorities have been cracking down on gambling for months. In a separate case, Nell Trout Jr., 24, of West Newton was killed when his shotgun discharged while he tripped on a Morgan farm in Sewickley Township. The coroner said the blast struck him in the right temple.
Pittsburgh police identified a 49 year old Pittsburgh man as the driver of the getaway car used in the $68,000 payroll robbery at Indianola Republic Steel. The suspect denied involvement amid ongoing questioning as investigators sought other principals and the missing car was not recovered.
A Pennsylvanus Su Company spokesman said the latest well abandonment at approximately 4500 feet ends five weeks of drilling. The venture, priced by high costs, halted as the first hole showed limited potential and other sites were discouraged by economics.
State police investigate a two-vehicle crash west of the Riceville intersection last evening. A woman fled the scene after the collision, while Ruth Sacellito of Genterville reported she could not avoid a sudden stop on Route 1. The other driver, later described only as a second-woman, was sighted at the hill near the intersection but fled before authorities arrived. Damages were listed as $100 to Sacellito's 1940 Chevrolet.
Venezuelan ambassador to the United States Gonzalo Carne has resigned after the Venezuelan government that appointed him was overthrown. The move was described as necessary to avoid wrong interpretations of his position and its dignity.
Reporters describe a broad Chinese theater with government troops abandoning positional warfare and Communist units said to push south from Nan- jing toward Nanking. Estimates cite hundreds of thousands of troops, with warnings of a major clash as Red forces reportedly break through and threaten key lines.
City Councilmen plan a four hour budget session Monday night to discuss the proposed budget revisions and a possible tax levy increase. Finance Director remains ready to revise income from delinquent taxes and salaries for city engineer and streets commissioner posts amid a looming expenditure total.
A tentative contract in place at the Raymond plant sets a wage increase to take effect Monday. Union leaders report management and the workers’ committee have agreed to terms, with contract signing possible within days. The deal aims to move toward partial production and worker pay improvements, pending full ratification.
A year-old boy was killed during a police chase after a burglar alarm triggered at a South Park pool pay station. Captain George Thomas of the South Park detachment reported Patrolman Jerrard Mills fired several shots in the air to halt the youths. Thomas Wright of Knoxville died from a bullet wound in the back of the head at Mercy Hospital. No charges had been filed against the youths or Patrolman Mills.
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