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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Sep 29, 1947

Page

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Haifa Bomb Blast Kills Nine Injures Fifty At Police HQ

Nine killed and about fifty wounded when a Haifa district police headquarters is wrecked by a bomb blast. Casualties include three British constables, four Arab policemen, a seven year old Arab girl, and an Arab coffee vendor. Irgun Zvai Leumi claims responsibility in retaliation for Jewish refugee deportations and Exodus 1947 related events. The attack coincides with the UN Arab Palestine case opening as Tabernacles celebrations begin.

Associated Press Jerusalem Haifa Aris Irujured Yusit Irgun Zvai Leumi Greier- Ground Organization Hambure Cyprus Palestine Trey Hamburg David Rute I— Hort Teir Zvai Leumi King David Goldsmith Club United Nations Committee New York Tabernacles Egypt

Man Admits Hammer Slaying Of Girl 16 Near Norton

Sheriff says 16 year old Roxie Ann Cheen was found near Norton after missing Sept 20 walk home from high school. Ray Sheppard, 22, signed a statement admitting he hit her with a hammer after picking her up, while denying improper advances.

Popuctace Marion Leroy Refeney Roxie Ann Cheen Norton Ray Sheppard Green Sheppard Shertft Tonely

Fire sweeps New York pier causing five million loss

Firefighters battle a massive blaze that wipes out a New York pier district. Officials estimate damage at five million dollars with more than fifty injuries and two critical. A large section of Pier 16 and a connecting shed were destroyed as water and firefighting efforts continued for days. The Santa Maria liner was due to sail today. An investigation is underway to determine the cause.

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Moscow Rebuffs American Protest Novel Press

The Soviet Union rejected Charles Truman era provocation in a reaction to a Boris Borbatov Library Gazette article comparing the US President to Adolf Hitler. Moscow’s note called the piece gratuitously insulting and demanded respect for the American president, prompting a solemn appeal to youth and citizens.

Washington Soph Adolf Hitler Moscow Stite Amesieny Press Soller Union Watlnr Sinlith Alderieah Ambassaror Ay Yriinle Boris Borbatov Library Gazette Betta United States Truman

Juke Box License Fee Challenge Reaches Pennsylvania Supreme Court

A dispute over Corry's $28 annual juke box license fee and penalties for violations centers on New Kensington's ordinance of 1948. William Adams, a Westmoreland county operator, seeks to strike the fee as unconstitutional while the city defends it as a valid exercise of police power. The case raises constitutional questions and potential political retaliation claims tied to local elections.

Corry Pennsylvania Supreme Court Pittsburgh Associated Press William Adams Westmoreland County Pennsylvania New Kensington Adams Supreme Court Clarence W. Walley Manor, Ag C. W. ‘Walley

Halsey attacked by Methodist temperance board

The Methodist Board of Temperance attacks Admiral Halsey for saying a general rule allows not trusting a fighting man who does not drink or smoke. The board called it a breach of naval discipline and cited abstemious leaders while noting Halsey’s alleged bourbon in his courier. The Clipsheet column adds that many great military figures were abstemious and that alcohol endangers national safety.

Associated Press Washington Methodist Board of Temperance Ady Wiliam F. Bull Halsey San Francisco Robert B. Lee Jeb Stuart Stonewall Jackson Alvin York Jimmy Doolittle J. Bryan TH Astunirl

Stetttnius to Head Local Security Pre Council Study

Former Secretary of State Roward R. Stettnious Jr will head a 17 member council named by Senate Finance Committee Chairman Millikin to study proposals to broaden the Social Security program. The group, including business, welfare and other leaders, will make recommendations on coverage, benefits and taxes and will oversee a $25,000,000 inquiry into social security.

Washington Btdte Roward R. Stettinius, Jr Millikin R-Cole Senate Finance Bene Hte Hutliness Welfare George D-Ga Hacker Morrar

Debates resume on Balkan crisis at United Nations

At the United Nations General Assembly Greece accuses Albania Bulgaria and Yugoslavia of arming Greek guerrillas as Tsaldaris warns of ongoing Soviet aggression. Russia seeks to block debate while Yugoslavia Albania and Bulgaria are cited in Security Council findings. The session faces delays and a potential longer stay as delegates weigh resolutions.

Associated Press EAKE Greece Constantines Tsaldaris United Nations Balkan Tsaldaris General Assembly Albania Bulgaria Yugoslavia Lake Success Russia Constantin Tsaldaris Stadan Tantaaris Assembly Ga-Nation Poliliez Earlié Maesnall Enssla Faris EL Khauiy Syria Aryl Teague

Area burglar warning linked to Emmett Ashworth in Cory Spartansburg area

Butler police issued tele type alert about a seasonal burglar likely in the Cory and Spartansburg vicinity. The suspect, Emmett H. Ashworth 40 also known as Harold Butch Ashworth of Slippery Rock, targets summer cottages and residences. He is described as five feet five inches tall, weight around 145 pounds with brown hair and blue eyes. Police list his occupation as a lensman and note he travels with carnival troupes.

Butler Corry Cory Spartansburg Emmett H. Ashworth Harold Butch” Ashworth Slippery Rock Shrek Glaren Ashworth

Boston Red Sox name Metcalf to direct club. Cronin new GM

Boston announces Joe Metcalty former Yankees boss signed a two year contract to direct the Red Sox with Cronin as general manager. News comes as New York and national figures discuss reorganization and pressure within major teams.

New York Crow Boston Red Box Tomas Joe Metacthy New York Yankers Boston Cronin

Two area boat and auto mishaps leave two dead

Weekend accidents near Conneaut Lake and Falconer claim two fatalities. Robert W. Jones, 38, Conneaut Lake, drowned attempting to reach shore after their fishing boat capsized in Nellie Bay. Lewis Margaleten, 94, Falconer, killed when his car struck a tree. Charles Denhey, 27, suffered a skull fracture. Autopsy and coroner reports pending as investigators sort details of the incidents.

Conneaut Lake Falconer Spe Twa Connneaut Lake Robert W. Jones AB. Conneaut Lake Jones Tiely Eilly Jones Bil Nutter Waal Lo Angelie Rumeli Marcelle Diel Eproite Jamestown Generis Hospital Sabur West Mosher Street Samuel T. Bowers Jamentown Marcellen Nedilén Deahow Marcellon Whiehield Hwe Dimestown

Procter and Gamble raises soap prices in Cincinnati

The Procter and Gamble Company announced immediate wholesale increases of 10 percent in toilet and laundry soaps and Crisco, citing higher ingredient costs. The firm had reduced prices by about 26 percent previously. rising cottonseed and vegetable oils contributed to the latest hike.

Cincinnati Procter and Gamble Company Crisco Proctor and Gamble Erisen Sabe

Unemployment Hits Record Low in Cory Area

In Cory area unemployment shows a record low with a tight labor market. Steady demand for workers outpaces supply as many people remain registered with the Pennsylvania Shale Employment Service. with 47 percent of job seekers under 25 and 17 percent over 65, the district notes a historical trend of limited training and experience as factors.

Cory Peeyaitings Corry- Union Gil Pennsylvania Shale Employment Service Stewart Lang Veryinw Tony

Overell Case 10 End This Week

State begins summation of nine weeks trial today as jury starts deliberations Thursday. Louie Overell and George Gollum face murder charges in the deaths of their parents, wealthy Flintridge residents. Prosecution contends motive was control of an $850,000 estate. defense to present arguments before Willams closes with appeal for conviction.

Associated Press Santa Ana Galt Tive Eiress Louie Ovesell George Gollum Henry Diets Depuy Vil Inginry John J. Montanus Larry 4 Mathes Jud Mis Walter Overell Rbauré Lely Newport Bor Marin Overells Flintridge Pasadena Marya Collum Lewise Platter Eugene D. Willams stoMms Iso Dietz Louise Gollum Wil Hams

Three Dead and Seven Hurt From Mine Explosion

A naval destroyer strike by a mine off Trieste, 18 miles from the Adriatic coast, leaves three dead and seven injured. The Fox, en route from Venice to Trieste, reports damage to stern equipment and suggests the mine may be an old, uncleared anomaly. Names of victims not released. one critically injured, others seriously hurt.

Askovnsind Presa Soni Vagon Diestroyer Owen Threste Fox Navy Trieste Venice Thaly Hermui Bublery Sig Tivestich Orpeis Wiships Mediterranean Attex Norfolk Charles W. Thavig Gaza Avenue Annapalis Faye Jyuarhensl Tallon Adriatic Sea Yugoslavia Junio Dintas A. Tox Todd Pacine

Dems divided on party chairman McGrath race

A sample of Democratic National Committeemen largely backed Senator J Howard McGrath amid a push for James McGraneey of Philadelphia. The party faced a clash with tradition over presidential choice of chairman and a plan to campaign for McGraneey emerged as Hannegan steps down due to ill health. Cahill urged a 24 hour a day chairman, capable of full time travel, as the October 28 meeting looms. McGrath said he would proceed as chairman while remaining in the Senate and unpaid. Treasury data showed receipts of 152,474,99283 and total debt rising to 269,047,648,97948.

Washington Democratic National J. Howard McGrath Thodesland U. S James 7. McGraneey Philadelphia Robert E. Hannegan Iader Hils Granery Fromohn Cahill Massachusetts Cahill McGrath President Truman Senate Actos Nation Han— Neean Truman Treasury

Congress 15 Likely to Be Called for Full Session

Washington reports that President Truman will hold a special news conference this afternoon after a White House meeting with congressional leaders on Europe aid. Senate and House leaders declined to reveal details, with officials expecting a White House statement later in the day. Speaker Moseley-Braun? No, focus remains on the emergency aid plan and possible full congressional session.

Congress Associated Press Washington White House Trimian Charles G. Wass Scott Lucas Ill Truman Europe Ducen Halleck H-Indy House Mids Vandenberg R-Mich Senate Vandenbei Charles G. Ros Nad Whnite House Marshall Agriculture Anderson Commerce Harriman Joan R. Steelman Clark Clifford Anderson Anerimian Cabinet Food Committee Tisteil Rep

GLF Mill Opening Nears Completion at Pennsylvania Ave Site

The Grange League Federation announces the cooperative mill on Pennsylvania avenue will open next Thursday after over a year of work. Cost exceeds 290 dollars, with a new grain cleaner added to supplement the Forties mill.

Grange League Federation Pennsylvania Avenue Wellington Wheeler GSP West Washington Street Emstet Wheeler

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