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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 12, 1948
Page
1
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The United States Britain and France move to speed action at the U N Security Council over Berlin as Secretary of State Marshall returns from Washington talks with President Truman. Warren R. Austin urges denials from Soviet Deputy Foreign Minister Vishinsky amid western hopes for a council showdown on the blockade. Continued on page six.
The Supreme Court refused to alter a Sixth Circuit ruling that merit pay raises require union consent or risk unfair labor practice findings. Experts say effects will be limited to small firms and plants with merit systems, as mass producers already abandon such bonuses.
John L Lewis called for unity and cooperation in the American labor movement and urged other leaders to end contentions. He backed a peace offer, favored a unification path through broad support, and asserted the United Mine Workers would join if possible or operate independently if not.
Paris reports widespread power outages as a nine day strike by coal workers disrupts France. Industrial activity slows with rail walkouts and steel mills halted. hospitals and UN sessions spared. Government accuses Moscow backed Communists of aiming to wreck recovery.
Crowds filling Euclid Avenue and Public Square greet the world champion Indians after their Boston series win. Police estimate 100000 along the route with another 60000 nearby as fires and confetti mark the joyous arrival. Mayor Burke and notable officials ride in the procession amid loud cheers.
Danville officials say Warren auto dealer Keim neth O Day was jailed on charges he passed over ten thousand dollars in worthless checks in an auto mobile confidence scheme. Four victims from Williamsport Shamokin Jersey Shore and Plains complained that O Day gave them bad checks drawn on Warren National Bank for new cars at auction. He signed a statement but refused to testify, and bond was set at twelve hundred dollars.
Berlin dispatch reports Soviet officials insist the blockade will continue until Western powers withdraw their currency from Berlin. The Tusch Rundschau notes traffic restoration is a prerequisite, while Moscow cites no blockade and hints at lifting restrictions with the belated withdrawal of Allied currency. British authorities warned of growing Soviet airfield and drill activity near Berlin as tensions rise.
Detroit residents face a 12 midnight curfew targeting minors under 17. Parents of violators risk penalties if their children are on the streets after curfew. The measure outlines enforcement and potential consequences for families in Detrow.
A campaign meeting outlined annual goals for the Community Chest drive. Quotas include corporations 13000, advance gifts 3500, industrial employees 87500, professional men 34000, fraternal clubs 1000, merchants and store employees 3000, household canvass 1500, door employees 500, and Concord Township 200. Mrs. Webb McCray will head Concord Township. The drive aims to match last year’s success with payments spread over November January and March 1.
The board reviewed plans for a senior high school addition amid rising pupil numbers and interest rates. Superintendent reports show 202 pupils attending classes locally with pupils from Columbus Concord Elgin Sprague Creek and Wayne. Budgets project costs for fencing grading and blacktop updates plus a wire fence around the property and cafeteria activity notes. Mrs George Root was elected to manage the Junior High criteria with other faculty appointments in the vocational department.
Police seek two suspects in an Edinboro assault and kidnapping case. The victim, 28 year old Younger of Buffalo, was struck and tied to a car trunk before being dumped in a field. Investigators traced the vehicle to a green 1989 Dodge Shadow and noted discussions of robbery as the pursuit continued toward Buffalo and Cleveland.
The draft board in Union City will send six more men aged 24 and 25 for pre induction physical examinations. Clerk Charles Schloss and others disclosed the move to meet statewide quotas for November. Nationwide policy doubles the number examined per accepted recruit, with five examined per one accepted in the 24 25 age group. The Corry Linton area quota for November may rise as 12 are slated for physical tests. Half of this group were in Erie for examinations yesterday. no report from Board No. 6 yet this morning. Physical tests are moving to lower ages, with rejections expected to rise.
The Atetile W. Thoms on Post Veterans of Foreign Wars halted a $118,000 proposed building project after a unanimous vote to postpone. Secretary told to reject all bids. delay tied to revised Pennsylviana Liquor Control Board rules limiting liquor stores near churches. No decision on future bids or site.
Los Angeles October report states Veron Ow Lake's mother, Mrs. Gonutynee Veronica Kenna, sues film star Vic Lake claiming $500 monthly support and $4,500 weekly back pay. The complaint alleges Miss Lake promised to pay the mother and her late husband $1,200 weekly in love and affection, while Lake says he is owed $115 weekly previously and disputes the case. The matter includes director Andra de Toth as a named defendant.
A panther was seen near Clymer by William Dunnewold on a Friday dawn. The boy described a dark tan creature about the length of his forearm with a round head and silvery cast, seen near cattle in a pasture before vanishing into the woods. No injuries occurred. calf exhaustion suggested pursuit. The sighting follows earlier joked reports and is the first to involve a specific observer.
Detroit arrests reveal Carl Bolton held on 875000 bond for an alleged attempt on Walter Reuther CIO UAW president. Bolton pleaded innocent after standing mute as judge set examination August 18. prosecutor sought high bond amid possible motive questions.
In Jerusalem and across the region, Jews observe Rosh Hashana and Muslims Eid al-Adha with restrained festivities due to Arab-Israeli fighting. Restrictions include curtailed visits to the Western Wall, reduced mosque lighting, and shortages limiting Hajj pilgrims to about 40,000.
A report to the board details 15084 people using YMCA facilities from Sept 4 1947 to Sept 1 1948. It lists sessions and programs including 162 sessions of Wear Twelidest 274 in Gray Pupposeful Study Course 3248 in Teen-lows and 62 youths in the Christmas-Tay Project.
Prices for various meats fell this Friday with pork cuts showing notable declines. Retailers offered 59 cents per pound for pork chops and 89 cents for lean cuts, reflecting an overall market adjustment as demand remained soft in the city.
Governor Thomas E. Dewey assails the Truman administration on foreign policy. He promises a vigorous bipartisan peace effort if elected and criticizes the handling of relations with the Soviet Union, the United Nations and European recovery, while touring Louisville and surrounding states.
The Lick Observatory reports the discovery of a faint comet in the constellation Amnarhus, designated Opipher 7, observed in the southern sky with magnitude about 5, visible only with a 10 inch telescope. Astronomers Wirtanen and Lekronomer note right ascension around 2h27m and declination near plus 24 degrees, marking a seventh comet of the year.
A garbled dispatch reports an official order affecting an individual named Santo related to transport and a public authority. Details are unclear due to damaged text but indicate a formal action and an impending transfer or arraignment.
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