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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 06, 1949
Page
1
An unclear incident at a local store prompted police to respond as customers reported tense moments but no injuries. Officers secured the scene and reviewed surveillance while store management resumed normal operations. No arrests were announced and the investigation continues.
Jess Allen Jr was shot by Officer Leslie Kelly after a knife attack that wounded four, including Patrolman Harlan Strane. Allen faces assault with intent to kill and aggravated assault charges. Reynolds and Kathryn Reynolds also injured. Strane remains hospitalized with stab wounds. the case prompts a tri state alert as authorities close in on the suspect.
Jess Allen Jr slashed and stabbed three local residents Saturday night and Sunday morning before being subdued by Officer Leslie Kelly with a service revolver. Patrolman Haylan Strane was seriously wounded with nine slash wounds. Both victims are in Corry Hospital in satisfactory condition. Allen faces assault with intent to kill and aggravated assault and battery charges with potential penalties up to eight thousand dollars and seven years in jail.
Associated Press reports a massive hurricane with winds up to 190 mph moving toward Bermuda. The storm, about 40 miles south of the island resort, is drifting north northeast at six mph, with hurricane force winds extending 10 miles east and 50 miles west, and gales spanning 300 miles. Precautions were urged and base evacuations noted as forecaster Norton said the storm’s path had shifted to north northeast.
Donald V. Biddle, manager of Turner's men's store for five years, resigns for health reasons. Louis J. Turner says Biddle's departure is effective at close of business Saturday. Biddle plans to return to Canton Pa for rest and medical checkup. Ernest J. Wright and Seorme P. Mathews named assistants. Turner will supervise both Corry and Jamestown stores until a replacement is found.
Jamestown and Meadville reports detail fatalities from crashes over Labor Day weekend. A 1 month old and a 28 year old driver were among the dead in two Jamestown area accidents, while a Navy apprentice seaman died when a torpedo bomber crashed near Honesdale. Oil City also reported a fatal crash involving teens on Route 157. A separate note recalls a large plane engine failure near Honolulu.
William P. Odom, 30, famed for wartime long-distance flying, died when his racing plane dived through a suburban home during the final day of the National Air Races in Cleveland. His death along with two others prompted protests over noise and danger from residents of Berea and surrounding areas.
Reported strike by Local 1214 AML drivers halts Pittsburgh bus service. Details unclear due to OCR errors but note mentions union action, drivers, and transit impact in Pittsburgh area during a tense labor dispute.
Four persons were injured in three separate auto crashes around Cory over Labor Day weekend. Keith Johan 33 Eric Pyle 25 Br Merrill Goulding 19 and Miss Mucha 18 were treated for injuries after a late Friday incident near Waterford when a Ford sedan veered off the road hitting a bridge abutment. Injuries included a dislocated hip facial cuts and knee injuries. A second crash near the city involved Merle Buenos 28 whose Ford struck a heifer causing vehicle damage. Police noted heavy traffic but no severe casualties overall.
Corry’s city schools list shows sixty teachers taking over their classes Wednesday. The assignments include principals, English, history, science, mathematics, commerce, and vocational positions at Senior High, Poniod High, and Vocational School, with two vacancies filled by new staff and one pending hire.
Washington September 6 Britain will ask permission to spend Marshall Plan dollars anywhere she likes not just in the United States. Bevin and Chancellor Sir Stafford Cripps urge relaxed policy as Britain faces financial crisis. At a British American Canadian conference opening tomorrow at the State Department, top diplomats seek steps to prevent worsening conditions. Former Secretary Morgenthau says American industry’s peak efficiency pressures Western Europe, with Britain facing the need for aid as its economy strains. Abbott and Pearson arrive to discuss possible useful work, but cautions not to expect breakthroughs.
A 26 year old war veteran unleashed a mass shooting in Camden New Jersey killing 12 people and wounding five others. Police identified the suspect Harold Unruh barricaded on a second floor and fired on pedestrians before being captured after tear gas and a heavy police response. The rampage led to chaos on a busy street with bodies left in the open and a violent confrontation with officers amid an angry crowd demanding justice.
Erie conference 88th session opened at Findley Lake campgrounds with ordination and licensing of midflers. Eugene Westley Charles R Gatly Robert Ont Findley Lake and Eugene Sacket among 12 ministers. Stationing report found no pastoral changes in Corry district. Highlights included a 406000 gift to Oberlin College and purchase of Howard Rhebergen property for 8000. Rev Harris officiated at closing ceremony with Driscoll retiring after 38 years. Membership rose 744 with solid financial gains.
Erie dispatch reports search for a missing Air Force plane focused on two fronts. Bereman said a wing was found last night by Jack Shaw of Erie while target shooting in the forest. Civil Air Authority planes were sent from Port Erie. Earlier a Tiona resident reported a crash near Warren with a disabled engine.
Five hundred estimated loss tied to a blaze at a large barn near Boystown in Spoverown. Firefighters from four communities battled the flames as crews contained the structure fire. Damages listed include a substantial loss to grain and equipment. No injuries reported.
President Truman plans personal appearances to boost Democratic prospects in next year’s congressional elections. He defends the 81st Congress and fights to finish the progressive measures, including Brannan’s production payment plan and repealing the Taft-Hartley Act. He warns against “reactionary” lawmakers while touring Missouri and Des Moines with emphasis on labor, welfare state criticism, and farm policy goals.
Shirley May attempts a channel swim but faces failure as the effort ends before completion. Details are unclear due to damaged text but indicate an unsuccessful crossing on a September date amid uncertain times and conditions.
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