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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1947
Page
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The United States activated new defense machinery on Truman orders from the flagship Missouri. Forrestal, sworn in as defense secretary, and top officials including Symington and Sullivan prepare to join the new leadership as tensions rise with the Soviet Union, Western powers, and the Balkans.
Dayton reports plans by pilots from Statesville and Belle Glade to attempt a nonstop world flight in a Piper Cub Super Cruiser. They intend to refuel at multiple points, departing from New York area airports within two weeks, with a 1000 gallon fuel capacity versus standard limits.
PRIMSTH Sept 8 reports a Yugoslav foreign affairs spokesman accuses the United States of a series of crude attacks on property and persons. The minister asked the U.S. representative in Washington to lodge a protest and seek compensation.
SANTA ANA Calif Sept 10 The state case against Louise Overell and Gann Gallon nears completion with most evidence presented and only Milner witnesses remaining. Defense readiness to rest their case tomorrow includes four witnesses for Gallon and one for Louise, the 18 year old heiress. Prosecutors pressed the alias of the couple asking if either killed Louise’s parents, but both denied involvement.
Senator Aiken of Vermont urged clarification or revision of the non-Communist provision of the Taft Hartley Act after the National Labor Relations Board ruling hindered a union petition at radio station WARE Arlington Virginia. The provision requires labor leaders to deny Communist party membership and to swear they will not overthrow the government by force.
Associates cross Funxsutawney Pa Sept 18 Mrs Martha Bell 34 of nearby Woller will go on trial at Brookville next month charged with murder in the stabbing of her husband Solem 33 at their home She signed a statement saying she grabbed a butcher knife after he threw her to the floor and stood over her in a threatening manner Shaffer reported
Soviet Deputy Foreign Minister Andrei Vishinsky was set to deliver Russia's opening policy speech to the General Assembly as Washington pushes a veto-free security committee plan. U.N. deliberations centered on whether Moscow would back or veto the American proposal, with allies and small nations watching for Moscow guidance and the timing of Moscow instructions.
Work started this morning on Carry Clymer Road and West Columbus Avenue as Highways Department crews apply a blaktop surface treatment. Two sections, Route 260 between the city line and West Columbus, and the Cony Clymer rail line north of the city to the Corey Water Company pump station, were to be completed today. Earlier this year Route 260 between the city line and Beaverdam received a similar treatment.
Washington September 14 Pennsylvania ranks second in the nation in the number of frequency modulation AM radio stations now operating or for which construction permits or conditional grants have been issued. A Federal Communications Commission report lists the stations, with California leading at 86, New York third with 12. The report notes FM broadening and ongoing construction permit activity in cities including Erie, Meadville, Oil City, and Sharon.
Boston September 18 Senator Myers Democrat of Pennsylvania chaired a congressional sub committee hearing on high meat prices. George Horton New England representative for Wilson Company testified that profits depend on market supply and demand and that no meat was held back for higher prices. Horton said meat supplies were disposed of quickly to retailers and that a Chicago price study might show margins. Myers pressed for a precise profit figure and questioned how prices are set, claiming the law of supply and demand is not adequately explained. The hearing suggested prices could rise further into the new year.
Philadelphia September notice reports the Pennsylvania Railroad increasing intrastate and interstate commutation fares next week. The rise aligns with actions by the Interstate Commerce Commission and the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission. The changes take effect Sunday for interstate and Tuesday for intrastate tickets, following a five day wait approved by the PUC. Other carriers including the Reading, Philadelphia and Reading, Suburban Transportation, and Lehigh Valley Transit plan similar increases.
Dense flooding swamped Tokyo as a powerful typhoon battered the city and surrounding regions. Reports say thousands fled rising waters, with rescuers and army units mobilized to deliver food and aid while dikes and pumps struggled against encroaching flood levels across eastern Tokyo and neighboring prefectures.
A hospital fund totaled 150 000 with government bonds aiding the effort. The month’s committee noted admission figures and a daily census near four hundred across facilities. Board members listed include Directors Bist Hawkins Hellstrom Holden Maevisory Nant Oth Smith and Yung.
Norman Woods, 28, an Army veteran, was rescued after more than a day at the bottom of a 20 foot well. About 100 volunteers and state police worked through the night to lift him from the water and debris. He was transported to Concord hospital in reportedly good condition and able to speak with rescuers.
A report on Senator Flanders urging wage and price controls affecting Lewis and mine workers amid tensions over wartime policy. The piece notes parallel debates with prewar contracts and warns of potential mass unemployment and recession if policies misfire, citing labor moderation and restrained guidance as needed.
Nenety 150 Boy Scouts of District 1 Washington trailouncll expected to attend annual event at Mad Park. The program includes a parade, camps, and district competition among multiple towns. A retreat ceremony is planned for Saturday evening with involvement from Corry Messenger. Protestant services and interfaith arrangements are noted. Medical staff interviews with Corry Hospital completed.
Three Corry youths William Gifford 49 of East Main Street George B Fitch 17 R D 5 and Donald Day of New York were enlisted by the local Army recruit office for three years. They left for Camp Stoneham California for training and assignment in the 12th Division now stationed in Japan. Mayor William O Dwyer urged prayers for his predecessor on Constitution Day and noted the incumbent’s health concerns following a long service.
AP dispatch reports storms shifting back toward Florida amid grain market jitters and price spikes as Congress debates commodity exchanges rules. Gandhi admits guilt over Punjab Delhi atrocities as tensions rise in new dominions. Greek officials consider expanding army to about 27 000 with defense council plan for 70 000 more and a state national guard under military control.
Rome Sept 14 Strikes by 4 000 tari workers and 850 000 metal workers disrupts Milan Turin and other cities. Transport workers in some areas stayed off duty as labor leaders met with ministers to seek wage gains eight hour day and living cost relief amid calls for broader demonstrations and political reforms.
Police seek thief who stole about $2,000 from a home in Hopewell Township. A jar hidden with Sidolly of Paul Duelisteh’s residence contained the money. Investigators believe the theft aimed to fund a new house, with $3,000 allegedly moved or missing during the incident.
Terrifying storm swept Florida’s west coast causing at least two deaths and thousands of refugees. Gov. Caldwell announced a Truman state of emergency as millions in damage were reported across the peninsula. Strong winds up to 120 miles per hour battered Fort Myers and inland towns, with shelters filling in Sebring and inland areas seeking food and aid.
Corry police assisted in a search for Nina Mae Jones an 18 year old Erie girl who disappeared from her home Tuesday. Detainers were issued and authorities sought help from relatives in finding her, with reports she may be traveling with unknown companions.
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