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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1946
Page
1
A brief crude entry notes a legal charge. Details are sparse and several words are unclear. The fragment mentions weight and charges but lacks identifiable names, dates, or jurisdictions to establish a full record.
A fragmented courtroom style notice lists a mortgage satisfaction and a parcel sale in commonwealth county. Names include Amy, Terry, Erle, and others with references to building, lot, and alley boundaries, a sale date, and sheriff involvement.
MUERNBERG Oct 16 Hermann Goering died by cyanide just before ten other Nazi leaders were executed at Nuremberg. The executions were carried out in the same grim building as the prior trials, with witnesses noting the lack of coffins and Goering’s dramatic end overshadowing the others.
Transcripts describe sealed views removed from Nuernberg prison and executed Nazis including Hermann Goering and other hanged satellites. Police faced a tense convoy, cyanide poison found on a officer, and a grim courtroom note details before the gallows.
Mrs Hon Shiner of Enel Main Street won the 1946 Rotary Club car, a V-8, in a drawing at Rex Theatre stage. The winner was not present but will be notified. Rotary Club contributed 3000 to the Corry Memorial Hospital fund.
The Mueller’s Independent Union won the right to continue as bargaining agent at Duquesne Light Co by 958 votes of 1,442 cast. The vote comes amid a power strike affecting heat in downtown buildings and limited service. The ballot also shows insurgent support for other unions and signals a possible arbitration end to the labor action.
The State Unemployment Board ruled that workers who voluntarily refuse to work are not entitled to immediate jobless compensation. The decision cited 24 Talon Inc employees at Meadville and noted that claimants are disqualified if unemployment results from voluntary job suspension or a strike.
A London crowd gathered as Neville Geonze Heath, a former RAF pilot, was executed at Pentonville Prison today for a crime described in the report. The scene drew women and children to the pavement while guards moved the crowd, marking a grim moment in a long-running case.
Paris to New York record flight reported with pilot Pacusan attempting a nonstop Atlantic crossing. Observers note speed around 815 miles per hour aiming to beat the 14 hours 39 minutes Paris to New York benchmark set by a competing flight. The cross Atlantic effort, involving origin Paris and destination New York, draws attention from aviation observers and officials.
The death of John Walinsk at the Kalinski farm in Blue Eye prompted a murder charge against Andrew Mizak. A judge set bail at $6,000 while the district attorney noted no evidence of first degree murder. Attorney Edward Petrillo stated he expected to secure release late today or tomorrow, with no capital punishment likely if the verdict favored it.
Multiple carbon monoxide deaths reported in Western Pennsylvania within 48 hours. Victims include Mary Silver, 22, of Pittsburgh, and Ralph Stevenson, 17, of Ebensburg, with a missing woman and a man identified as Paul Bigmale among those affected. Eyewitnesses heard calls for help as households were evacuated and responders worked to revive the injured. A truck incident and a closed exhaust system contributed to the fatalities.
Loland G Fuller of Coville Washington was injured while operating a cater railay north of Booming Valley. A falling dead limb struck him on the head causing scalp injuries. He was treated at Manaville City Hospital and discharged in February after service in the Coast Guard.
Republican National Chairman Carroll Reece blamed President Truman for the meat shortage and urged voters to elect a GOP Congress. He characterized Truman administration attempts to dominate policy and warned against centralized control of industry, arguing past presidents set the example of executive overreach. He cited meat concerns as a key pre election issue and criticized Democratic leadership.
The mayor ordered a 10 pm check of pool rooms and other gathering spots to seize youths under 16 away from home after 9 30 pm. Violations draw fines from 10 to 29 dollars. first night found violators were over 16 or not breaking curfew. Authorities cite garden produce theft, car rummaging, and bicycle theft by late night youths as concerns.
Corry schools will close Friday as the district announces a temporary shutdown. Superintendent Switzbald stated closures align with Pennsylvania education association guidance. All classes will end at the usual Thursday time and resume Monday.
Kansas City reports meat producers rush in volumes unseen prompting police to clear livestock district amid jammed racks and crowded streets. Washington notes surplus bombers ahead of mobilization, with long range aircraft now just over 1000 heavy bombers.
Tenants of Fairhaven gather for a muiuiel-ownership corporation as officers are chosen and legal counsel retained to pursue incorporation. W J Roehwig is president Norman Tarbell vice president and A Palmer Raper secretary treasurer. About 50 residents express interest and a committee is formed to raise funds for startup costs while a federal housing authority survey paves the way for eventual management transfer of the 100 time project at Fairhaven.
Three Warren women reported a clear view of a black panther in the Warren area. Mrs Mangini described it as beautiful with coal-blade skin as it lounged on a chicken coop before slipping into brush when disturbed. Hunting parties had searched nearby woods for days without success.
Police recovered the body of Charles T. Miller, 42, Briar Pa, from the Calumet River last night. Cards in his pockets bore his name and a card identified him as a staman for the Pioneer Bre(d)mship C, Cleveland, Ohio. Time of death is estimated to be in the afternoon.
Washington reports draft orders to end wage controls swiftly as OPA and Agriculture Department weigh removing price ceilings on foods under contract. Truman aims to cut most price controls, with meat ceilings likely reversed and meat imports expected to rise in about 10 days.
OPA Chief Richard Prarie explains the agency will not demobilize despite no imminent war. The food division may enforce price controls and rationing targets, with enforcement efforts focused on preventing market abuses and ensuring compliance across key sectors in major cities.
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