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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1948
Page
1
The readable OCR fragment mentions a Great Episcopal event with attendees and a program schedule. Names and locations are unreadable, but indicates a community gathering or service with participants and a host.
London and Washington traded charges as Britain accused Russia of seeking to push western powers out of Berlin and of maintaining thousands of German concentration camps. A 10000 word British white paper echoed US claims, detailing alleged Soviet steps to dominate Berlin and undermine European economic recovery, including deportations and pressure on parties to abandon Western rights.
Myron Hahei, 110 Gasp Malht streak, faced arraignment after a neighbor complaint. He posted 2296 cash bond and awaits hearing. The report notes a hearing date and local political campaign mentions surrounding the incident.
A spectacular Manila blaze today destroyed three American owned businesses in the Philippine Education Company compound. Fire chief puts damage at 3,000,100 dollars. The Singer Sewing Company branch Mo Cullough Printing plant and a books and toys firm were wiped out. A hospital nearby was threatened as the blaze raged, described by firemen as the worst since the war.
Washington reports a new Navy submersible radar picket, the Tigrone, will be commissioned in November as the first of two such submarines. Recovered from reserve and rebuilt, it features snorkel breathing gear and extended submerged endurance designed to watch remote polar routes. The vessel, built 1941 42, carried about 85 crew and 21 torpedo tubes.
Berlin reports from October 1 state the Russians warned again of fighter flights and gunnery practice in air corridors used by British and American planes supplying blockaded Berlin. The warning coincides with ongoing Soviet air maneuvers amid Red army war games. Russian guards confiscated cargo from a truck attempting to pass through the blockade, while the occupants escaped.
Secretary of State Marshall returns to Paris hopeful that weekend talks with President Truman averted a major setback with the Soviet Union. Officials denied a split between Truman and Marshall as GOP critics pressed bipartisan foreign policy during Berlin tensions.
In Jacksonville on October 11, two youths aged 11 and 12 were found dead. A bloodstained pen knife lay nearby and a larger knife was in the boy's pocket. Investigators noted the girl had a feverish dating history despite her parents' bans.
In Boston on October 11, the Braves and Indians were tied 1-1 after four innings in game six of the 108 World Series. Indians produced a run in the third on Boudreau's double driving Mitchell home, while the Braves answered in the fourth with a tally from an Elliott-Rickert sequence. Both teams combined for several near-misses and defensive plays as the frame ended with no further scoring.
A brief storm drenched the city with 0.54 inch of rain and strong winds. The gusts toppled leaves, clogged catch basins, and caused minor street flooding but officials reported no serious damage. Police warned driving was hazardous while crews cleared debris and water backups. Total rainfall noted earlier reached 0.4 inches.
Board of Education session expected to be routine with approval of three teachers hired for Vocational work. Superintendent’s monthly report and cafeteria report on the agenda.
Washington dispatch outlines high stakes as the Senate election race intensifies. Analysts from both parties weigh possible seat shifts in Oklahoma Minnesota Tennessee New Mexico West Virginia Wyoming and Montana where outcomes could flip party control. Officials caution several key contests remain uncertain with victory margins tight.
The Sorenson Paper and Paint store on West Main Street was sold to Carl N. Gates over the weekend. The change was announced this morning. The shop will be renamed Corry Wallpaper Paint and Supplies. Olga Bisha will continue working with Gates as the store maintains existing policies and management.
A misdated notice reports 23 year old Harvey Sell charged with failing to pay a 50 note at the National Bank of Corry. Keith was arrested Saturday morning. arrest warrant issued two years ago but prosecutors dropped the case with district attorney consent.
Corry Community Chest advances preparations for a campaign beginning Wednesday with a $28 600 goal. Robert Ol dr ed Winman leads the effort and a hotel meeting set the committee chiefs for advance gifts manufacturing employer retail stores professional men house to house canvass fraternal clubs and school employees. The drive runs October 14 21 with a finish slated for October 23. Agencies to benefit last year include Salvation Army YMCA Corry Hospital county relief groups Hymet St Vincent Erie March of Dimes and Cancer Fund. Directors praise past performance and plan next meetings at the Hotel.
Assorted Press reports heavy combat in two central China provincial capitals Blan and Taiyuan as the Reds launch their fall campaign. Over 1,000,000 regular troops engaged across the region from Sian to Manchuria coast. Wallonian government claims a victory as troops aided by naval units drive Reds from Yingkow.
Coast Guard reports the motorship Malibu Inez with 12 aboard was battered by high waves and 60 mph winds off the coast, asking for help while en route to San Diego and due October 20. Castos Frio Socarras becomes Cuba’s new president promising fuel price cuts and addressing living costs.
Corry Water Supply Co reports a leaky valve at the pump station caused a one hour interruption yesterday morning. An automatic alarm warned of reverse flow and flooding. staff repaired the leak within an hour. No station electrical equipment was damaged and normal operations resumed.
The Mir on the West's newest daily begins publication with a World Wide roundup of opinions on peace or war. Notable figures including General Luis Clay, President Alemán, Governor Dewey, Shaw, Wallace, Churchill, Nehru, De Gasperi, and Harriman are asked how catastrophe could be prevented. The paper notes a mix of worry and guarded hope with a majority fearing war but possible, while Stalin and Molotov ignore invitations.
Paris reports the United States Britain and France say they are not unwilling to back a Berlin settlement that combines lifting the blockade with a meeting of the big four foreign ministers. A note delivered by the western powers to Argentina’s Juan Brumuglia outlined questions from Brumuglia’s delegation as Moscow heavyweight diplomacy continued.
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