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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1948
Page
1
A fragmentary notice describes an upcoming sale featuring ponies, cattle, calves, and farm equipment. Names and places are partially legible, listing bidders and a likely schedule, with references to local officials and a farm stated as hosting the event.
A chaotic Dexter Iowa scene features major candidates on display as the Republican and Democratic camps clash over farm policy. Dewey accuses the FDR-style price support programs of deceit, Brannan counters, and Tribble blames the GOP for rising food costs. Warren targets Wallace’s Progressive bid, while Warfield pushes war prep amid national policy tensions.
The Corry Jamestown Mtg. Corp announces an indefinite postponement of a proposed large plant expansion along East Columbus Avenue. President David A. Hillstrom cites high building costs and a recent weeklong strike as factors while noting plans had included a 1,000 job plant and municipal routing changes that were later dropped. Infrastructure work on water mains exists but no ground work has begun.
Two people were injured yesterday afternoon when a young driver lost control on East Main Street and struck a utility pole. Richard Lindberg, 19, of 744 Liberty Street, the driver, and Linda Post, 2, of 417 West Plengany Streets, were treated at Corry Hospital. The car, owned by O. B. Lindberg, sustained front-end damage estimated in the hundreds of dollars. The mother, who was also a passenger, was not treated.
Ninety thousand Jerusalem Jews were confined under an army curfew imposed after the assassination of Count Folke Bernadotte. President Truman United Nations officials and Jewish leaders voiced shock and dismay, increasing anxiety about the fate of Palestine worldwide.
Roosevelt and his brain trust are blamed for high prices via devaluing the dollar and boosting demand and wages. The piece outlines five steps to cut prices, including lowering gold value, ending price guarantees, curbing labor power, reducing public payrolls, and loosening bond market support. It argues that self effort and policy shifts could curb inflation without triggering a deeper downturn.
Two Corry men Sam Perry and Raymond Mulry were arrested in Erie after allegedly stealing a motor vehicle owned by Roy Mather. The truck was abandoned near the Methodist Church in Corry, driven west to Erie where a hit and run occurred before police detained the pair. They face charges of theft of a motor vehicle and drunken driving, with a hearing set for the following Tuesday before Alderman George Brabender.
Associated Press reports the American airlift to Berlin expanded on the 61st Air Force anniversary as planners directed all silk planes to deliver 4000 to 5000 tons in 24 hours. Gen. Clay praised the effort, saying the operation sustains more than 2.5 million people and signals world resolve against starvation as Russians suspectly reassess youths’ Brandenburg Gate riot sentences.
Pennsylvania Democratic leaders foretell all 38 electors for Truman after a brief presidential train stop in Harrisburg. Philip Mathews, state Democratic chair, greeted Truman during an operational checkup and praised his steady pace through the state. He spoke of Truman’s reassurance to reporters and was joined by Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen and Enginemen officials during a two day visit.
Indian forces entered Secunderabad and Hyderabad at noon, prompting formal surrender by Hyderabad state troops. The cease fire followed a rapid campaign ending within three hours as General Maharaj Rajendrastini ordered Hyderabadi troops to lay down arms. the Nizam banned private Moslem groups and sought UN withdrawal of complaints.
Washington, Sept 18. A sharp clash rose between Senator Ferguson and Attorney General Clark over plans to clamp down on American Communists. Ferguson pressed for indictments. Clark urged the department to keep political activity out of prosecutions and cautioned against premature moves. The exchange came as signals grew that indictments against former government workers with Communist ties may be sought.
Rangoon reports a grenade attack injured former Burmese foreign minister Tin Tut as he left the New Times building. He had resigned from the cabinet and led the Burmese auxiliary force battling a Leftist uprising. Two of his body guards were injured in the blast. Tin Tut was gravely hurt and hospitalized.
An old popcorn vendor revived by Mr Monitina Knupp of Warren plans to operate again in the section to aid underprivileged children education and a disabled war veteran. Proceeds support local youths and education while providing wage opportunities.
Paul Aikens of Corry was found guilty of fraudulent conversion involving a $500 down payment on a house and barn. Judge Burton F. Laub delayed sentencing. $4,000 bond was continued. Aikens, arrested weeks earlier after Ralph BillshoFough filed the complaint, allegedly sold the property to a third party and kept the down payment. Defense counsel was Roger Brown. prosecution by Lindley McCleland.
Harrisburg report notes state mill commission received a request from rural dealers to lower prices despite rising costs. Retail minimums widened to 18 cents per quart in some rural areas while the pendilio enterprise is listed at 85 per hundred pounds. A hearing will be held at the Consistory Auditorium in Coudersport to study the situation, with Potter and Tioga counties affected.
Al Merker of 138 Wright street ends a 39 year career in federal service with the railway mail service. He began as a Clerk's helper in 1900, moved to chief clerk in 1917, and spent all but two years in the Corry area. His last day sorting mail will be Saturday, marking the end of a long era in the postal system.
Police probe a Long Island marsh crash where a small plane carried Hannah Lauter and pilot Jesus Meneay Monleon. Lauter was found shot, suggesting murder before the wreck. Investigators cite a note allegedly from Manteon Jay claiming unrequited love as a key motive.
Rupert Murl Daniels faces a possible higher court review after conviction for the murder of a state penal official his wife and daughter. Daniels was sentenced to die in the electric chair on January 3 for the kidnapping and murder plot. Evidence showed a county jury found him guilty of first degree murder but he remained uncertain about appealing the verdict.
The acting UN chief in Palestine blames Israel for the murder of Count Bernadotte and his aide in Jerusalem. The attack, attributed to Stern Group extremists, threatens the fragile truce as Sweden and France prepare to transport the bodies. UN observers report the assailants opened fire at point blank range during the ambush.
Corry Rod and Gun Club on East Washington Street plans a summer remodeling program estimated at 1500 dollars. Over the past two months contractor EE Webbs repainted interiors and installed shingles and other repairs to the club house.
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