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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 29, 1949
Page
1
A damaged OCR fragment references a theft or betrayal scene. Names like Lust and Bly appear amid garbled text, suggesting a crime note or sensational caption without clear dates or places. The readable bits imply intrigue rather than a full report.
In New York, John L. Lewis delayed a decision on a possible coal strike set for midnight tomorrow. The 200-member United Mine Workers policy group assembled, but Lewis did not attend. He stayed in Washington, delaying policy sessions by 25 hours, while operators resist wage-cost increases and await his stance. If he ends the truce, 380,000 soft coal miners face a potential walkout Thursday.
Twin girls born this morning at 10:24 and 10:29 p.m. at Corry Hospital to Mr and Mrs Hugh Barnett of 128 Snyder Circle. This is the second set in three weeks. the Barnetts recently moved to Corry from Montgomery Ward assignment.
Local service stations cut gasoline prices by a half cent per gallon following wholesale drops. Reg price now 27 4 cents and ethyl 29 4 cents at Corry pumps, with most stations matching the reduction. Major oil firms like Socony and Esso Standard led the cuts in the northeastern area, while other regions, including Florida and Georgia, held prices steady.
Hong Kong dispatch on November 29 states Communist forces along the Yangtze opposite the abandoned Chungking and that villagers and Nationalist leaders faced peril. The last plane out carried passengers who fled as fighters fired at it. no one was injured. Some doubt remained on Chiang Kai-shek’s movements or fate.
New York November 29 Mayor William O Dwyer entered Bellevue Hospital after a routine examination at his Gracie Mansion home He reportedly suffers from fatigue and a nearly complete nervous breakdown doctors ordered absolute rest and confinement in hospital.
Cary school officials plan a special meeting at 5 p m today to discuss enforcement of new mercantile amusement and club taxes. they face delinquencies and disputes over a 1 per day penalty and aim to adjust rules to improve revenue, with amusement tax lagging but retail and wholesale taxes ahead of projections.
President Truman told the opening meeting of the Labor Department conference that full employment requires best citizen effort to use resources wisely. He urged constructive contributions and noted wage advances while stressing the need to maintain economic security and broaden opportunities for work nationwide.
The Ajax Tron Works and Lodge 1748 T.A. of M. remain without a contract as talks continue with little progress. Management states it will bargain but stresses the need to maintain a competitive position and avoid jeopardizing wages, equipment, and community stability.
Erie dispatch reports hearings set for tomorrow as the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission reviews a proposed rate increase of 1,281,912 dollars yearly for about 89,955 customers of the Pennsylvania Telephone Corporation. Local officials in Johnstown Somerat Corry Erie and Berlin in Somerset county oppose the hike citing inadequate service and justified rates. The FCC delayed the change since October 18 awaiting investigation and the three day sessions were postponed due to the company's scheduling conflicts.
Paris and Yaris reports say the 12 Atlantic Pact generals map a 3 000 mile western shield from Norwegian Arctic to Aegean Sea. They aim to interlock defense groups across Britain France Belgium Luxembourg Netherlands and others with ministers to follow. The effort may unlock funds approved by Congress and shape future East West frontiers.
A rush of buck deer reports floods Corryland as hunters claim success from Sept and Sept. 1 through early September noting weights from 100 to 195 pounds. Names and locales appear in a long list from Mead Run to Spartansburg with many entries in the 100s of pounds. No accidents reported in the interstitial area despite many hunters afield.
Four deer hunters drowned when their homemade light boat sank at Tionesta Dam. Names identified as M J Dignan 30 Enon Valley RD Beaver County Robert Loho 20 Enon Valley C A Harper 59 New Castle and Dick Harding 39 Waipiin Lawrenceoui. Bodies of Dignan Yoko and Harper recovered. others missing. Fire crews searched the 85 foot depth with gear heavy clothing blamed for sinking.
New York dairy farmers in the state number 49,200 will receive payments before Christmas for November milk deliveries. The market administrator, Dr. C. H. Bianford, estimates November milk value at about 20.99 million dollars. Officials announced the deadline for payments as December 14.
Washington November 29 Senator Young R North Dakota urged a full Senate investigation into coffee pricing amid claims of speculation and profiteering. A Senate Agriculture subcommittee summoned witnesses including Ewan Clague Bureau of Labor Statistics commissioner to discuss price methods and profits in the bakery and coffee trades. Senators Gillette and Young pressed for inquiries after widespread protests over rising coffee costs.
Investigation into the death of Charles Skit of the Phoenix Hotel at the Center street crossing last Saturday nears completion by Deputy Coroner Charles P. Kealing. Erie Railroad officials are to arrive for statements as witnesses are questioned. Coroner Wood warned an inquest is unlikely without negligence evidence, while the railroad faces possible action if a coroner’s jury report arises.
Ohio man Cloyd Shepeltto, 22, of Conneaut, was killed in a vehicle crash near Erie. One other occupant Abe let them critically injured with arm shoulder and rib injuries. Report notes medical conditions of multiple victims and outlines the accident scene near Conneaut.
An American Airlines jet struck the Magneflug chemical plant at Love Field and burst into flames around 5:45 a.m. The crash killed 28 of 46 aboard, with 14 hospitalized and four believed to be survivors. Fire and rescue teams battled blazes as charred wreckage and injured were recovered. investigation continues.
The business section reports lighting plans in Gurnee under John Davis as chief electrical contractor. Three contractors bid, no completion date set yet. Funds from last Friday and Saturday’s tag day are not yet posted. The Christmas lighting committee chair Robert Tunnelphasrman says the effort is a success and funds are being solicited from local businesses. City Park display will expand with Hospitality Club involvement and a civic group will judge displays for cash prizes.
State Police reported two drivers injured in a collision two miles east of Waterford on Route 97 yesterday. John Wullerton and Sima Fay, both residents of Union City, suffered unspecified injuries after a Mercury sedan crossed into their path. Damages estimated at $500.
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