13 Apr 1954
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 13, 1954
Page
1
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Dr J Robert Oppenheimer renowned physicist and atomic project leader faces suspension by the Atomic Energy Commission amid security allegations disclosed in a letter exchange with General Nichols The charges involve opposition to the hydrogen bomb and FBI findings The case spawns a three man board to hear testimony with comments linking to Senator McCarthy and a possible looming political battle across major newspapers.
French and Laotian forces sealed off a main communications route into south and central Laos with a pincer maneuver. They seized a 15 meter wide pass in limestone hills spilling into the Naphao valley, surprising Communist-led rebels who had held the area for months.
Prime Minister Robert Menzies announced a royal commission to investigate a Soviet spy network in Australia after Vladimir Petrov, third secretary at the Soviet Embassy, defected. Petrov sought asylum, offered documents and information, and stated he no longer believes in Soviet communism as he aims for Australian citizenship and protection.
Governor John S. Fine prepared to travel to Washington to urge President Eisenhower for federal aid to Northeast Pennsylvania’s anthracite area. He said the North Eastern Pennsylvania Industrial Development Commission has been authorized to inform the President the governor will enforce the NPIDC’s plan and fully cooperate with it to reach its goal.
Beaver City representatives urged $3,000 toward the lighting fund for the new pit school as part of a larger package at the Joint Committee meeting. The board approved the grant and discussed field upgrades, staffing changes, and summer programs while the postmaster in Greensburg, Margaret Mary Hughes, was fired.
President Eisenhower appoints Norman P. Mason to head the FHA amid multiple agency probes into possible multi million dollar scandals tied to housing programs. Cole orders record impoundment as FBI and officials examine alleged collusion between builders and FHA staff over inflated mortgage appraisals and overcharges in home modernization and repair programs.
D Daugherty operator of Daugherty's tavern in Erie County filed an appeal from Alderman Cobbett's ruling that awarded Gerry Davis of Davis Radio and Television $171.45 for work allegedly owed for installing and repairing a TV system. Davis claimed $548.80 unpaid for work April 1980 to March 1953. Cobbett cut the award to $171.43 and Daugherty countered with a suit claiming Davis and employees damaged his roof during antenna work, seeking $60.
The Gary High School district considers starting kindergartens as several communities in Bele County already operate them. YMCA representatives urged immediate planning and architect hiring, while Supt. Douglas cautioned that elementary program quality must improve. The board referred the issue to the property committee for study and did not commit to a date.
A PRR four track freight line derailment near Columbia destroyed a tanker and power line pillar, with fire destroying fire cars. Total damage including cargoes of malt and other goods reported around one million dollars.
The Joint Committee of the Corry Area Schools gave preliminary approval to the largest budget yet for six districts forming the jointure. The plan calls for $282,766 for 1954-55, an $83,774 rise over the present term, driven by new hires and salary increases. Operating the new Corry Area High School accounts for most of the increase, with maintenance dropping as the building opens.
Elgin school directors adopt a budget for next year with no new tax. The property levy remains at 34 mills and an $8 per capita tax continues. The one room school district’s budget can be viewed for 30 days at Eva Sexton’s home, secretary. A joint committee meeting last night allowed delaying seventh and eighth grade pupils from the joint high school this fall to preserve enrollment for state reimbursement, with the issue to be reconsidered later.
The Elmer Currier American Legion members voted at the Greyhound Post House to buy the building from Wisconsin United Bank for 18000 dollars. Pending board approval, the sale is expected to close with the Legion taking over soon. Greyhound Lines plans April 25 bus route changes between New York and Chicago via Pennsylvania Route, shortening travel time about four hours and shifting Erie as a stop.
In Waynesburg Pennsylvania the AFL International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers and the Unity Workers Union of America contest to represent about 1 750 Penelec employees. The NLRB will hold a hearing next Wednesday on the petition filed by the IBEW. The company is now represented by two unions, with the former CIO tied to Penn Central employees.
The United States and Britain urged a multi nation Southeast Asia defense pact to deter Communist aggression in Indochina and surrounding nations. Dulles and Eden announced plans for coordinated action within UN framework, aiming to unify defensive purposes across Southeast Asia and the Western Pacific. The talks signal hard bargaining for a Geneva peace while collaborating with France and Britain on a broader defense vision. A separate note reports baby Debora Jean Phillips, 6 months old, smothered to death in Ambridge, Waynesburg.
New coin operated luggage carts will roll out tomorrow at Pennsylvania Station Pittsburgh and South Station Boston as a supplement to red cap service. Riders pay 15 cents to rent, 25 cents down, with a 10 cent refund upon return. racks will be placed throughout stations for boarders and travelers leaving trains.
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