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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 29, 1946
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR style notice appears to list items like furniture and pelts with miscellaneous numbers and names, including references to Gary Bene and Risener road. Details are incomplete and not clearly attributable to a single event.
OCR fragment reports various farm and goods items including cattle pigs hay seeds and equipment. Mentions Holstein cows eight, 1 mile West at airport, bale totals, electric quality devices, and other unclear entries with numeric values and dates.
Berlin reports from American and German sources say Soviet forces in the Russian occupation zone are undergoing large scale redeployment. An American officer notes no official confirmation yet, while Belgrade dispatches claim Tito ordered demobilization of Yugoslav units. If true, such withdrawal could be used in UN discussions on disarmament.
The 10000 ton tanker Chantilly exploded off Virginia. George A. Lesgoude died aboard a rescue vessel while en route to Ocean City for treatment. Mohawk and Cherokee towed the tanker toward Norfolk after a turbine explosion disabled the engine room. Coast Guard officers reported a fractured leg and profuse bleeding as crews worked to save him. A separate New Castle man crisis report notes local incidents in Wayne Township and coroner confirms details.
A chaotic late holiday report lists seven deaths in Pennsylvania accidents during Thanksgiving week. It also covers Java Indonesia fighting, political shifts, and the Hague’s indepence talks, noting deaths, resignations, and international reactions amid wartime tension.
Greek Premier Constantine Tsaldaris plans to present a formal complaint to the United Nations Security Council alleging Greek northern border incursions by armed bands aided from Albania Bulgaria and Yugoslavia. Reports from Sofia say Bulgaria rejects the charges while Greek troops claim heavy engagements and captures near the Turkish frontier amid fighting in Larisa Mandas and surrounding areas.
A large crowd gathered at First Presbyterian Church for the annual Union Thanksgiving service sponsored by the Coury Ministerial Association. Rev H Ray Harris of Evangelical United Brethren delivered the sermon on gratitude amid difficult times. The Presbyterian choir sang Let the Earth Bring Forth. Local pastors led readings prayers and benediction in a shared service.
Washington reports Democrats urge President Truman to focus on a few major issues in recommendations to the Republican controlled Congress. They seek moderate labor reform, tax and expenditure limits, andbudget controls while avoiding broad regressive measures. Senate ally Lucas backs revisions that protect production without undermining labor rights. An aide quotes angel Lueis noting the president should define party stance before action.
Washington Nov 2 Associated Press report: Judge Y Alan Goldsborough orders John Lewis to trial for contempt and upholds an injunction against a walkout in soft coal mines amid anti-insurrection laws. He overrules Lewis motion to dismiss and quotes Norris-LaGuardia affecting labor actions. Lewis King witnesses a 100,000 member walkout following the hearing.
Talisa-American Association members weighed purchase of the Al Marty property and the night club site on West Main. The sale offer from Mr Magharditt was discussed but action was postponed to next Wednesday night as trustees plan further inquiry into a roughly $10,000 deal for a Chi headquarters and potential continued ownership of the first floor cafe.
Corry Public Schools show total savings stamps sales of 234.30 for November per Miss Helen Lodge. Concord leads with 60.16, Pairview 58.35, Junior High 53.45, Senior High 52.35, Hulding 10. Washington School not reported. December sales expected higher as children buy stamps for Christmas.
A damaged clipping reports a watchman stopping thieves at a chewing gum factory, saving several tons of sugar and foiling a plan to steal more. The piece also mentions market and treasury figures with unclear context and dates.
The mayor plans to appoint a deputy conservator to manage fuel distribution as coal supplies dwindle. He will act on orders from Secretary of Mines Maize, with emergency powers to cut coal use, close amusement venues, schools, or curb industrial fuel for the city.
Three persons, Raymond Gibbons aged 23, Venus Gibbons 20, and Brimstone 38, were treated for facial burns after bursting toy balloons allegedly filled with illuminating gas. Police sought the balloon vendor as investigators note such balloons may be illegal due to flammable gas use.
ny associates press Fulpsville, Pa. Nov. 29: parts of a man's body were found scattered over a twenty yard area near a park by two hunters. County Detective Jamies Gleason reported the discovery occurred yesterday and the body may be that of an 81 year old man who had been missing since Wellness vine fold on tite ih.
Warnings from Pittsburgh and Harrisburg show the 1947 session may set a spring primary for both general and municipal elections. Lawmakers consider moving the spring date to fall to aid veterans and campaigning. Officers note the fall date could better align with service members’ schedules and local campaigns.
The case of Andrew Mizak, accused in the slaying of John Nalnski at Blue Eye Me Salinski Farm House, ... Warren County District Attorney M. A Moamelch, with police, released Mizak from bail as the first degree murder charge was dismissed. Mizak was treated in Warren Hospital after self-inflicted gunshot wounds. The district attorney’s office plans to pursue second degree murder. Defense attorney Edward Petrillo contends Mizak’s actions were justifiable homicide.
In Philadelphia a 4 year old shipworker, Thomas Mating, is charged with murder after allegedly killing James Landi who was accused of intimate relations with Marino's young daughter. Police say Marino confronted Landi, striking him with a revolver butt and firing, as witnesses describe a heated confrontation at Marino's home. Detective William Simon reported the alleged motive and ongoing animosity toward Landi.
Washington bulletin reports President Truman announced Agriculture Department will permit distillers and brewers to use more grain and remove restrictions on domestic flour distribution. Additional dispatches note Australia challenging Russia's UN control proposal and demanding non binding safeguards. End-of-month wire summaries reflect casualties and safety concerns amid wartime tensions.
A press summary reports United Mine Workers leader John L Lewis facing contempt of court as a coal strike unfolds with federal judge Alan Goldsborough weighing Norris LaGuardia Act applicability. Proposals from Southern coal producers hint at ending the walkout with a shorter work week, while strike impact hits railroad coal traffic and related industries.
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