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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 04, 1946
Page
1
Fragmented OCR reveals a jumbled stock and commodity ticker with prices and items, including cows heifers and a Levee reference, plus stray dates and names. The readable content shows trading figures and entries, but many portions are garbled, making specifics unreliable.
Paris reports total French aviation deaths reach 49 in three days after a Paris to London Air France takeoff disaster. The crash near Bourget killed 17 passengers and five crew. no Americans among survivors. Multiple crashes across France and Denmark tied to the spate of fatal air incidents.
Employees of Aero Supply Co. in Milwaukee were told they could file for one week’s pay for the week ending August, with eligibility determined by the company and the union. Management and officials posted schedules for filing, and the office reported the order expired on August ith, with claims handled by the USES office.
City council members approved a garbage collection rate hike and revised fees affecting residents, with contracts and rebates detailed. A roadside stone permit was granted, and a sewer petition was filed for action. The mayor will attend a League of Third Class Cities convention in Harrisburg. August receipts totaled 8,797 with a 28,245 balance on September 1.
Delegates from Emmanuel Episcopal Church of Corfu gather at St. Pimt's Cathedral for a special session to elect a new bishop to succeed the late Rt. Zev. Wrath. Clergy and lay representatives, totaling thirty clerical delegates and ninety lay members, attend as memorial services precede the vote. The House of Bishops and the House of Lay Delegates must approve before final selection.
The United States presented a formal note seeking indemnity from Yugoslavia for damages tied to two unarmed American transport planes forced down by Yugoslav authorities. The note, delivered by Undersecretary Clayton, questioned Tito's regime over dates and details, asserting Yugoslavia violated air space and sovereignty.
Washington September 4 pressure from AFL and CIO unions grew to modify the Wage Stabilization Board 12 day old pay cut ruling affecting AFL seafarers. Leaders warned of possible walkouts across Atlantic Pacific and Gulf ports if the board does not raise wages beyond 17.50 monthly, amid broader wage stabilization policy tensions and conflicting union contracts with shipowners and the War Shipping Administration.
Seventeen year old William Heirens admitted guilt to the murders of Suzanne Degbyn Mrs Josephine Roxs and Miss Frances Brown. He entered guilty pleas to 29 burglary assault and robbery charges and faced possible death or long imprisonment with the judge warning of the consequences of a guilty plea.
Athens reports radical leftists contesting Sunday plebiscite validity claiming fraud violence and falsification. Government review set for late September as EANE opponents push legal action amid rising tensions.
At Erie on September 4 Democratic candidates Rice Dent and Schmid attacked the Republican administration over housing shortages. Senator F. Gulfey sent a wire citing business pressure. Hazel Webb and Jon H. Dent faced criticism for alleged inaction. Schmid, a blind Marine veteran, drew an ovation after linking the issue to broader governance.
Bept 4 report notes trap toward wartime food shipments by eight noted enemy nations. The U S aims to sustain minimal health and vital programs as long as the government cannot provide sufficient food to its people. The Veterans Portlire Wart todays command the effort.
City council last night unanimously backed a new measure requiring all building plans to first obtain a permit from the city clerk before any construction. The ordinance aims to curb rush jobs and standardize permit approvals across sections, delaying projects until proper scrutiny is completed.
Savko of Colunbus district charged with receiving stolen goods. Police say several arrests followed a major gun theft, including Bar et and Coltmbitt. Witnesses questioned as prosecutors pursue evidence linking Savko to the loss of five guns.
Philadelphia retailers report a severe meat shortage as 2,500 independent butchers face supply cuts. Producers warn prices may rise until stock balances, with major packers limiting deliveries and shipments.
Registration opens at the Municipal Building in a special period for those who wish to participate. Mrs Linyd Stowe and Mary Dempsey will be on site to assist with registration in the council chamber from 4 to 7 p.m. observers will note the day’s events and final provisions.
Corry school officials report no change in breakfast and lunch prices as students begin the new year. Enrollment totals across Turtling Fairview Washington Till Concord Junior Elementary and senior high show a total of about 675 in the lower grades and 407 in the senior high with expected additional registrations. St Edwards parochial enrollment reached 118 with 86 in grade schools and 22 in high school. Cafeterias will serve noon meals starting today with prices unchanged despite higher food costs.
An OCR heavy bulletin fragment mentions a parachute escape from a jet incident near Amherst and references Chalmers Goodtin and Fay, with garbled phrases about a World War veteran Grover Cleveland Hergdonl and a tied to a court-like accusation involving a wife. The text is unclear and contains many misreads.
State Police pursue ongoing inquiry into a daytime robbery at a Nicbel Dea Raon oil route site. Thieves unlocked a ground floor storage area, took meals and about $60 from a wallet, and exited through a front door. Officers said a recur widow wire was used in the break in.
The Corry US Employment Service office reports 107 placements in August, up from 77 in July. Of those placed in industry, 54 were well, including ex-servicemen. 20 were women, and 10 disabled persons found work in royal industries. Manager Williams cites a district wide build in available jobs as plants hire steadily.
Two persons were admitted to Corry Hospital after their car crashed off the highway while attempting to pass another vehicle. Mr and Mrs Mokwa, of R 1, 4, received lacerations and bruises. Police say Mokwa tried to pass an oncoming vehicle and lost control, the car hitting a telephone pole and sliding into a drainage ditch before stopping. Front-end damage was extensive.
Senior Senator Tara Connally urged the 21 nations to seek peace and forget vendettas over Venezia Giulia. Molotov returned to Paris to brief Big Four allies as discussions on Trieste and the Adriatic frontier intensified amid requests for internationalization and final borders within a year after the Italian treaty becomes effective.
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