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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 1946
Page
1
A muddled OCR note reports Seho0 N bern, Sichools and Bel town discuss threats of school shutdowns. It mentions a single school affected, possible broader impact in the city, and a count of five cases in the area. Store in NY area referenced with unclear details.
Soviet negotiators insist on pursuing peace pacts with Italy Romania Bulgaria Hungary and Finland. They accuse the current parley of being dominated by the United States and call for adjournment tomorrow to reassess draft treaties.
Paris October 14 1945 Associated Press reports at the peace conference Finland’s reparations are debated with Senator Vandenberg urging a reduction from 3200 million to 200 million. Molotov and Bevin clash over treaty terms while Russia criticizes Western dominance in the talks. The Finland draft faces final approval by foreign ministers in New York after debate.
The French public approved a new constitution for the Republic by a wide margin in a national referendum. General Charles de Gaulle argued the charter was weak and dangerous, yet the vote signaled strong broad support for the government despite his objections.
A Center Street collision near the Cony Hotel left one person injured and two cars badly damaged. Robert G. Smith of Wright Street overtook another vehicle, colliding head on with Jack Stout of West Congress Street as faulty headlight timing and stalled traffic delayed clearance. Mrs Smith suffered facial bruises and possible nose fracture. police noted combined property damage in the hundreds of dollars. A second crash on West Pleasant Street and First Avenue involved Elmer Jackman, who, with a broken arm in a sling, could not negotiate a turn and struck a utility pole, causing extensive front end damage.
In a Washington session the S Tate Court denied a request by Tomes L. P. Rumble of New York to bar Benatar Bilbo of Mississippi from his Senate seat. The applicant argued racial origins invalidated Bilbo’s right to serve, invoking constitutional provisions on congressional elections and the houses’ exclusive election powers.
Local reports say coal and gas supplies for home heating look better than in recent seasons. Anthracite and bituminous coal stocks are adequate, with no anticipated curtailment, though severe February or March cold could alter reserves. The Pennsylvania Gas Company expects no serious trouble unless a harsh cold spell arises after winter demands rise.
A mournful procession in Sichang carries the white sheeted bodies of all 31 aboard a China National Aviation transport that crashed into a 14,000 foot peak. US fliers said not held captive as reports spread of Lolori fighting in the region.
An Associated Press report outlines ongoing probes into campaign finance groups tied to CIO PACs. Hearings focus on Gr First inquiries target the Clinton era style payouts as committees face questions about funding and potential irregularities. Investigators plan multiple closed sessions as Missouri and Illinois races draw attention.
MUERNBERG Oct 14 Julius Streicher urged condemned associates to be brave and strong in their last hours. He faces execution Wednesday but appeared unfazed. Relatives and chaplains offered solace while most condemned await their fate. The Allied Council denied clemency requests, leaving death by firing squad or hanging as options.
In Washington on February 14 the Allied powers signaled the right to recapture weapons supplied to Russia as part of wartime aid. Officials noted such provisions exist in settlements with other nations and stated there is no reason America’s policy should fail or be dangerous for the Allies.
Washington reports the Supreme Court agreed to consider the validity of ECC operations raising rail freight rates by 10 percent in the North and East while cutting them 10 percent in the South and West. The same dispatch notes a 900 Fort Molyr Company labor dispute ending after 12 idle days, ongoing wartime labor actions, and a forthcoming meeting of four power foreign ministers in New York. Presidents Truman and Bidault feature in separate briefs on atomic weapons and diplomacy.
Washington, Oct. 1. The Supreme Court refused bail for Kathleen Durant, convex by a military court in Wimburt Germany for participation in the 1.5 million Hesse crown jewels theft. Durant, once an Army billet clerk, was convicted September 30 and sentenced to long confinement. her habeas corpus petition was denied.
Pittsburgh on day 21 of a city power strike as 2,700 APL Amalgamated Association members and 1,500,000 citizens endure outages. Bus drivers voted to resume at 7 p.m., and the city faces dark streets, stalled bridges, and running generators while officials seek to end the disruption and restore service.
A new business venture named Gorey Tool Company is formed by Philip Zalzneck and Pranole Blair in Mitte city. It will trade machine tools of all kinds and operates from the Zalaneck property on Weal Wayne street. Initial stock and lines are being developed with hats and supplies procured. Further details on product lines and distribution are expected to be announced.
Federal court authorized a 12000 payment to the Corry School District in a long running dispute over a Fairhaven site for a government housing project. The ruling, signed by Judge Nelson McViewr, concludes a condemnation process that valued the Columbus Avenue property at 15000, with Citizens National Bank likely receiving the funds.
Corry St Pauls Evangelical Lutheran Church observed its Diamond Jubilee with a two day program. The event began with a Holy Communion service and an anniversary address by Rev Dutford from Erie who urged Christians to carry the banner forward. The vesper service will close the observance with Rev Wagner of State College delivering the final message. An anniversary dinner followed in the church basement. The pastor praised the choir and congregational leaders for organizing the celebration.
Canada’s Thanksgiving Day found meat plentiful in Toronto despite turkey shortages across the Dominion. Stores advertised beef roasts and other red meats in many centers, with estimations of about 21k pounds per person weekly. Restaurants offered steak dinners at several prices.
Washington report says President Truman will address the nation in a 15 minute radio broadcast at 10 PM to outline his stance on meat price controls and possible relaxation. Republicans denounce the speech as political and demand time to respond while OPA officials caution against removing controls or altering wage policy.
Oct 14 an urban grocery in Minneapolis offered 10 000 pounds of meat at 75 cents to 2 per pound on a first come basis. Police details were planned to keep crowds orderly as housewives lined up at the city market store. Officials expected strong demand and an outlying branch drew attention as an early report explains the sale and crowds.
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