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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 26, 1947
Page
1
Washington debate heightens on using the Export-Import Bank with reports of an $800 million lending capacity. Officials discuss expanding agency reach and mobilizing federal reserves to back imports and exports.
Washington reports the export import bank may expand with 800 million in reserves to push emergency aid to European allies and ease dollar shortages. President Truman eyes a plan with Republicans and Democrats, aiming to bolster Marshall Plan efforts while avoiding domestic obstruction this fall.
Harrisburg reports the General Assembly's Joint State Government Commission begins a new study to codify Pennsylvania penal law. Senator Weldon Heyburn named Senator Paul Grider to lead a panel reviewing existing statutes and continuing earlier work from 1945 and 1947 sessions.
Four men linked to an auto theft ring were held for federal grand jury action after officers stopped a car pursuit in Hapeville Georgia. The suspects Parker Manis Pine Beasley and Hennett faced bonds set at 7800 to 2500 each. One prisoner escaped during transfer but was recaptured after a police chase at Fulton Civil Court. Continued on Page Theses.
A one day special registration saw 59 new registrants including five Yauns, seven Democrats and one Prohibitionist, with Mrs Cloyd Stane and Mrs Mary Dempsey overseeing. There were 29 changes of address recorded and Republicans led Democrats in the registration drive.
Representative Thomas said the House committee on American activities probably will recommend deportation for German born composer Hanns Eisler as the inquiry nears its end. He cited conflicts between Eisler testimony and immigration records and noted pressures cited to permit permanent residence.
Two Corey men, Tormet Spishh and Gordon Bluslow, were fined a total of 105 dollars and costs each after appearing before Al Dewmih M.S. Cobbett yesterday afternoon for disorderly conduct tied to a fire alarm. The district attorney’s office planned to charge them with disorderly conduct instead of the false alarm count, which carries a maximum 500 dollar fine and up to two years in prison.
Chester Bowles urged a special congressional session to act immediately on the Marshall plan and a 12 point anti inflation program. He spoke ahead of testifying before the price investigations committee and warned that delay could be disastrous for the nation.
The government argues reductions are necessary to feed Europe and prevent shortages. Officials urge action between now and next July to allow shipping of 570 million bushels of grain abroad this crop year.
The Associated Press reports a food policy debate on conserving wheat and grain to avert hunger abroad. Government estimates show 570,000,000 bushels of grain exports needed next crop year, with 470,000,000 bushels available for export only if Americans cut consumption. Proposals include voluntary wheat-for-flour measures and possible return to gray hour bread sizing plus wartime style controls to save grain for domestic use.
Seoul dispatch reports Col. Gen. T. F. Shtikov urged simultaneous pullout of American and Russian forces at the start of 191tl creating debate among Americans who deem it a bid to sidestep Korean questions at the United Nations. London notes Peter Thorneycroft predicts Churchill demand in coming months as Britain reacts to national events. Leechburg mothers protest for an additional teacher as 165 pupils resume classes after strikes.
Evan Cargaugh of Corry found the infant in underbrush near Waterford and handed the handbag containing the body to Stanley Bonvig at Fork LeBoeu Service Station. State Police report the baby was about 24 hours old and autopsy confirmed death at birth. Authorities continue to investigate the child’s identity and potential parental liability.
A Corry Municipal Building meeting gathered 15 attendees including 19 public school superintendents and vocational directors from nearby towns. They debated five state vocational plans for the first five years with suggestions to advance the programs before final adoption.
Reports say pollution from Hare Creek dumped into Brokenstraw Creek near Bar Breck killed many fish including suckers and gar. Officials including fish warden Bailey investigated a polluted reach stretching upstream to Hive Greek Spring and Hare Creek, with plants and sewage contributing toxins.
The report notes declines in meat butter and eggs amid price volatility. Milk costs rose, while wholesale markets in Chicago and Philadelphia showed mixed shifts. Shoppers faced higher retail prices as the supply and demand balance deteriorated during the period.
A completed contract with Blue Cross was mailed to the Pittsburgh Hospital Association. A district fee negotiating committee will represent hospitals from Allegany to Elisha and Corry Hospital, while a Northwest district rep is to be named. The group aims to secure higher rate offers after months of delays.
President Taft toured Tacoma as Republican delegates eyed the 1936 nominating convention. He urged a United Nations without Russia to advance world peace, drawing picket lines but steady support in Oregon and Washington.
General Omar Bradley returns today from a six week inspection of American forces in Europe. The Veterans Administration granted the trip to visit Germany Austria Trieste Italy Luxembourg and England. He will be back at his desk tomorrow amid speculation he may become chief of staff when Eisenhower leaves next year.
Herbert Hoover complains a magazine writer misquoted him about provoking Japan. He says the September issue distorted his remark and demands a specific correction to the American Magazine article.
UN debates Greece issue as discussions heat up on possible emergency measures and security arrangements. Delegates study feasibility of General Assembly action and potential use of police or security forces to address growing problems.
Britain's government stated it would quit Palestine after the mandate ends if the United Nations fails to secure a settlement acceptable to both Jews and Arabs. A minister said termination and withdrawal are separate issues and Britain could remain in a post mandate role with a different status if a wide Arab Jewish accord is reached. The UN General Assembly discussed the Palestine question amid other major items including Soviet charges of Western aggression.
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