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12 Apr 1951
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 12, 1951
Page
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Washington reports indicate General Douglas MacArthur may address Congress next week if invited as Ridgway flies from Korea. Whitney defends MacArthur while Truman announces command changes and the Greek crisis unfolds.
Police report two autos were damaged when Raymond Hignitum and Helen Beck Willy failed to yield at the West Pleasant Street Second Avenue junction. A woman crossing was struck as her vehicle moved into the Hamilton car, causing the latter to smash rear and require towing. Investigation notes unclear on injuries or fault.
A wavering wage tax proposal drew party lines as Waterhouse sided with supporters. Key figures included Delbert Dalrymple, Shan Joy Blane, Evie county, and Alex Clibsawe of Warren county. The GOP reportedly delivered 108 votes in favor.
In Harrisburg on April 12 the Republican leadership pressed to muster votes for a controversial 1/2 percent income tax bill. Only 103 Republicans indicated willingness to support. Speaker Sorg pledged to press senators and to seek votes from undecided Republicans next week. Democrats failed to force public hearings while GOP gains in House were reported, amid allegations of improper money offers and heated debate over fiscal plans.
Milwaukee journal quotes Senator McCarthy claiming treason in the White House has been accomplished by substances described as bourbon benedectine and by actions aimed at keeping the president cheerful. He also suggests General MacArthur's dismissal was a result amid a broader communist influence.
State Police report two drivers, Robert Gay and Jack Shearer, were injured in a 7:05 p.m. collision west of Union City near the fish hatchery. Shearer’s 1941 Ford left the road, crossed into Gay’s path, and overturned. Gay’s injuries were estimated at $9000 while Shearer’s vehicle damage was $260.
Washington reports the House Armed Services Committee predicts defeat for a bill to set a 13,800,000 or 4,000,000 ceiling on armed forces. A substitute to delay draft action is expected to fail, while Barden and Burden proposals aim to adjust draft age and force size. Senatorial actions on related measures also loom, with talks of a 4,000,000 ceiling and 18 year induction provisions.
The USS Missouri, America’s largest native battleship, returns from six months in the Far East and will dock at Long Beach naval shipyard. Gov. Earl Warren leads a welcome as Capt. George Wright commands the ship with Vice Admiral Afur C. Struble aboard.
The U.S. Court of Appeals upheld District Judge Keech’s dismissal of criminal and civil contempt charges against United Mine Workers leader John Lewis and others from the 1946 coal strike. The ruling followed a 1950 contempt case related to the strike and a later contract between coal operators and unions.
Frank Bender of 236 East South Street and Tras Yugas of Erie pleaded guilty before Judge Elmer Evans in Erie County Court to nine counts of burglary larceny and receiving stolen goods. They have been in the Pennsylvania Industrial School at Cass Hill since January 25 and were ordered to pay costs and restitution.
Widespread walkouts at the East Pittsburgh Westinghouse Electric plant threaten its closure. Vice President T J Phillips warned about possible layoffs affecting about 17 000 workers with 12 000 in Local 601 CIO IUE. The protest over union steward layout prompted the strikes.
A wartime report details U S forces shooting down five Red jets amid a heavy air battle over Hunan and Korea fronts. Allied air losses include B29s and B27 gunners downing enemy planes while ground actions and troop movements near Anak and Yanggu intensify.
The Pennsylvania Telephone Corporation expanded dial service in Fairview Erie area prompting thousands of numbers to change. Carnahan says subscribers must use new digits and that the new directory will be delivered by April 18 or soon after to reduce misdials.
April 12 report from Lawrence County highway official Alfred Martin notes a section of the roadway collapsed in a 200 foot stretch south of New Castle. The failure was blamed on riding clay bed condition and damaged the highway foundation.
The Court of Appeals today postponed contempt actions against Commerce Secretary Bin Yerud and other high officials. Judge E Barrett Pretty urged more study of pending government applications while Chief Justice Fred M. Vinson noted the need for orderly handling of the case. The proceedings center on government influence over private corporate matters and the courts' authority in commerce-related disputes.
In Bellefonte Pennsylvania on April 12 three condemned murderers Darwin Davey Yi Harold Fister and Mary Zila Bh all Philadelphia residents faced execution for the December 1927 tavern holdup murder of Willan Kelly. The governor granted a new respite until May 7 delaying death by lethal means. The case includes a prior appeal and post conviction procedures leading to further review by higher courts.
Civitan group observers from West Spring Creek Showl will train this Saturday or Sunday and report between 6 and 9 am to receive identification cards ground observer funds and loyalty tests. The air raid warning will be issued statewide between 2 and 4 pm to check communications.
Washington April 13 Henry S Truman starts his seventh year as president after stepping up from the vice presidency when Franklin D Roosevelt died on April 12 1945.
Wheeler resigns from a local draft board after the firing of a commander nicknamed MacArthy. He notes his service in World War I and roles with the Crawford County unit and Rainbow Division while referencing Meadeville and Warren County connections.
Washington April 1 Associated Press reports Truman faces pressure over labor policy as wage boards and management groups seek a tripartite council to handle coven disputes and economic questions. Stakeholders from government, industry, and labor press for a coordinated approach before a possible new board is named.
Members of the St. Petersburg Apartment Homeowners Association will not charge for any day the sun doesn’t shine in May or June. President Peter Stein Jr says advertising calls attention to the city’s appeal after the winter season and as resorts come into their own.
President Truman argues peace depends on crushing Communist push in Korea and warns of possible MacArthur firing. He asserts United Nations forces fight for a just cause as he outlines conditions for peace and flags the danger of renewed aggression from China and North Korea.
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