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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Sep 09, 1949

Page

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Forty Vacationists Surrounded by California Fire

Forty vacationists trapped at Tasso Jara hot springs resort in Los Padres National Forest, 20 miles west of King City, California, faced encroaching flames. A two story stone hotel and about 16 cabins were destroyed. Firefighters and volunteers, including resort owner Phil Terry and ranger Henry Branggh, evacuated sheltered guests as helicopters prepared to airlift some evacuees. The fire scorched roughly 1,200 acres in the scenic valley between King City and the Pacific coast, about 100 miles south of San Francisco.

Associated. Prosy King City Calif Tasso Jara Hot Springs Here Henry Branggh Dock Curran S. Fire Control Oiler Rel Oll Curran Ater Phil Terry Terry Vaeahoniers Palo Alto Resont Twishand Nan Crawford Helen Myers Los Padres War Abot San Fraijuleen

Vatican Warns Czech Priests Over Loyalty Pledge

Prague reports from Vatican sources say Czech priests face a loyalty pledge to the Communist era Czech government. The plan, tied to a church control bill, would require clergy to pledge allegiance to the republic and support reconstruction with church finances and appointments under state supervision.

Prague Czechoslovskia Vatican Vakin Republic of Czechoslovakia

Night Air Drops to 39 as Warm Spell Ends

The overnight low dipped to 39 after a day reaching 65. Reported frost warnings and thin ice on windshields were noted in early morning observations. A prior light rain and mild wind added slight changes to the week’s weather, with a small rebound in temperatures expected later.

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Local streets project nears halfway mark in city resurfacing

The citys street resurfacing program hits the halfway point, with Mead Avenue Maple Avenue Marlview Street and Kash Eowth Street already treated. Remaining Bond Gold East Washington and Wayne Streets plus Marion Street will be finished. Prior 1947 paving gets surface treatment, funded by city money. Allied Chemical and Dye Co. provides free repairs for earlier poor-quality work. Weather permitting, A Zalzneck and Son expect completion within a week.

Mead Avenue Maple Avenue Malrview Street Kash Eowth Street Marion East Washington Wayne Raymond Avenue Inclemenweather A. Zalzneck and

United States Extends 20 Million Credit to Yugoslavia

The Export-Import Bank granted Yugoslavia up to 20 million in direct credit to Marshal Tito’s government. Up to 12.1 million may be drawn for American materials to rehabilitate mining. The remaining 8 million may be drawn as needed. Interest on the 12.1 million is 3.5 percent annually, with installments starting by 1951. The move marks a shift toward strengthened ties with Yugoslavia after earlier Communist alignment.

Associated Press Washington United States Yugoslavia Russia Enly Marshal Tito Tito Moscow Cominterin Tito Hind Iible Furtrel Beatie Acheson

Bodies of two fliers found near Warren

The wrecked plane went down near Warren Pennsylvania on August 26 killing Lt. Joseph R. Walker Jr. and Capt. William F B Parker. The bodies were found after a long rugged search by volunteers and local authorities. A board of inquiry will inspect the scene.

Associated Press Warren Pittsiuingh Niles Apiay Dlabul Joseph R. Walker, Jr Homeville William FB Parker Sheraden William Stretch, Jr Clarendon Tve Ed Lowrey Warren County L. Leader Ati Walker Dayton Pitsharen Steel City Stretch Tram Streich Orion Parker Air Force al Fisbaugh Aly Tore Halib

Red Cross names disaster chair in Cory chapter

CM Howard named disaster chair of the Cory Red Cross chapter by directors in monthly session. The blood typing drive has processed 195 people across six sessions, involving nurses and local workers from McDines Steel Ajax Tron Works and other firms. Scheduling covers Aero Supply, Davison-Fogie Lumber, and local manufacturers, aiming to finish by March 10. Members plan a September 12 Ridgeview Country Club luncheon in Chicora for community service groups.

Howard CM. Howard West Smit Street Shan Cory Red Cross Mervyn Nast Red Cross Board McDines Steel Co Ajax Tron Aero Supply Mfg. Co Davison-Fogie Lumber Co Corry-Jamestown Mfg. Corp Harley Johnson Home Service Department Ridgeview Country Club Chicora Eigh He Ompler Jost Might

Arms Aid Bill Moves Through Senate Panel

In Washington on September 2 a Senate committee approved a global arms bill totaling 1,314,010 dollars with 75,000,000 earmarked for a Communist aide. The measure, by a 1093 vote, allocates 1,000,000,000 for rearming NATO forces. Final passage set for Monday after minor items are resolved.

Assembly Of Europe Ends First Session

ATRASSBOURG France September 9 The consultative assembly of Europe closed its first session after approving recommendations aimed at political and economic unity. A key measure urged November 12 nations to approve a ten-point bill of human rights including security freedom from slavery arbitrary detention privacy freedom of thought assembly association and public duty. British Labour opposition abstained on the international court proposal.

Associated Press Atrassbourg France Coffelt of Europe Consultative Assembly Ond Ibs Marshall Pty HuTy

Delay Hearing in Knifing Case Postponed

The hearing for Joss Alan, a former Union City resident, on assault with intent and battery charges was rescheduled to 7:30 on Tuesday due to Patrolman Harlan Strane's condition at Corry Hospital. Strane was stabbed nine times in his first floor East Scully Street apartment while attempting to intervene with a man allegedly seeking his estranged wife. Also injured were witnesses Steve and Kallhyi Reynalile, with Allen expected to plead not guilty and be represented by a Dillon city attorney.

Joss Alan Union City Mart Harlan Strane Corry Hospital Strane Allen Scully Street Alien Tex Desri Kelly Navy Veterum Ubr Steve Kallhyi Reynalile Allere Bop Tuelify Dillon Olly

Sale of Units at Fairhaven Reveals Mortgage Figures

Edward Fitzgerald, assistant sale officer of the Federal Housing Authority, outlines monthly payments for various unit costs at Fairhaven. Figures show payments from about 28.68 to 4047 monthly, with taxes, fire and FHA insurance included. He will remain at Fairhaven until next Friday to handle inquiries in connection with this matter.

Fairhaven Storet Chiov Vonmuinder Teemanette Etna Stias Edwardizgerald Federal Housley Authority

Peddling Memo Denial Hovers Over Navy Inquiry

Washington reports a Navy flier denied peddling a memo linked to the B 26 bomber investigation. Samuel Py Ingram testified before a November court of inquiry about who prepared and circulated the memorandum. The House Armed Services Committee investigates whether other Navy personnel participated in disseminating the document.

Associated Press Washington Samuel Py Ingram Lhe House Armed Services Thgram Navy Cedric R. Worth Simillar Tagram Gharles Deane D-Nc Worth Sanford Woot Navy Bridge Advocate Chairman Vinson DGI House

Garhany Spattgart Sentenced in Pall Site Case

Garhany Spattgart received a sentence related to a Pall site matter after a trial. The case involved allegations of illicit activity tied to a municipal project and resulted in a court action with formal penalties.

Spattgart Garhany

Opposing Views on Joblessness Point to Policy Split

Washington reports two parties clash over unemployment trends as economists debate the pace of improvement and the impact of government spending. Senate talks feature Lucas and Wherry, with warnings of renewed cuts and continued uncertainty about 1949 labor gains.

Associated Press Washington Ateust Akio Pedora Lecensias Ducalltt Ubal Ciyilion Senate Earnaker Sennoe Lucas Tul AlorHly Jedder GOP Noor Gendroy Wherry Fehat

Raymond Plant Picnic Saturday at Mead Park

Raymond Plant holds a community picnic at Mead Park starting at 10 a.m. with a noon dinner and free coffee milk ice cream and cake. Activities include horseshoe pitching volleyball children's nativity contests penny toss candy kiss hunt three legged race and more with prizes and door prize drawings throughout the day.

Raymond Mig Pial Pighte Mead Park Varios Sali Bir Witi

Racial trouble reported in capital area

A damaged report describes racial tensions in the capital area with scattered vandalism and arson attempts. Neighbors reported disrupting activity as police and fire departments investigated a string of incidents blamed on arson or hate.

May Seek Steel Truce Extension

Washington on September 9 reports plans for a 45 day extension for a steel industry truce review. The board granted a delayed study period while workers strike action continues. talks focus on wage increases and industry stabilization amid ongoing labor tensions.

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Resignation of Frank Hepler From Local Draft Board Post

Frank Hepler resigns as chairman of the local draft board leaving the board with Henry T Wheeler and Albert Bloss as remaining members. The state director Havre M. Gross is also resigning, with immediate recommendations to President Truman anticipated. Hepler joined the board at its organization in September 1940 and served through wartime. transfer of the board’s offices from Union City to the post office building and plans to move to Brien were noted.

Rank Hepler Bose Nis Shi Lin Apus Tyay Havre M. Gross Gelveline Service Organication Thoelty Daytona Beach Phi.sCo Mrr Gross Henry T Wheeler Albert Bloss Union City MyumaLl v

Ex Gang Chiefs Nephew Shot in Fairfield Illinois

Earl Shelton 84, nephew of noted gang leaders, was shot as he drove to his home in Fairfield. Police say bullets struck him multiple times, but he survived after treatment at Evansville hospital. The motive tied to past gang activity is being investigated.

Fairfield Earl Shelton Shelton Mulgidge Atory Evansyille.,Inc Hospital John W. Meher

Long Range Aid Slower to Develop for Britain

Washington reports Sir Stafford Cripps says long-range aid will be slow to develop as Britain seeks dollars to stabilize its economy. U S officials expect limited immediate help while exploring measures to bolster British dollar balance and trade in coming months.

Associated Press Washington Stafford Cripps Smay Britain Ethtsain Oiu Bripalu Britalis Uyhp Nationa Press Permament Silubian Aalea Atu India Ethria Canada

Hurricane Aims At Atlantic Shipping Lanes Near Bermudas

A tropical cyclone moves northeast across the Atlantic toward shipping routes near Bermudas. Early reports note winds near hurricane strength, substantial wave height, and scattered damage potential along the coast as freight lanes brace for impact.

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