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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Apr 18, 1953

Page

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Wit Sale At 124 Ate Reet Din

A fragmentary notice describes a sale at 124 Ate Reet Din with readable details. The text is incomplete but indicates a public action involving a local property or item and a date or time likely tied to a sale event.

Corry School Taxes Rise Three Mills For 1953 54

U N POW Command reports a violent riot at Yonchon camp near Koje Do in South Korea. Four Communist prisoners were killed and 45 wounded as Allied guards used shotguns concussion grenades and non toxic irritants to break up the mob. The command labeled the attackers die hard Communist prisoners of war and said order was restored after the guards opened fire to prevent prisoners from seizing weapons.

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Change Name of Funeral Home in Erie Harrisburg Area

Legal steps to rename Bracken-Keating Funeral Home to Bracken Funeral Home will be filed next week in Harrisburg and Erie. The partnership between Olin Bracken Sr and Charles P Keating dissolved as ownership rules require a native owner. The North Center Street home started in the 1860s by Amos R Morgan remains with Bracken family through successors, with Bracken Funeral Home to be the new firm name.

Bracken-Keating Funeral Home Bracken Funeral Home Harrisburg Erie Olin Bracken Sr Charles P. Keating Nalive North Center Street Amos R. Morgan Wollah M. Bracken Robert Olin Mike Ip Mr. Morgan Daniel Cassis Alexander Cassius Bracken-Keating Company Mr. Keating Mr. Bracken Eembr Ughment Marley He Bracken

Penelec Plans 250000 Outlay for Substation

Pennsylvanian Electric Company outlines a 250000 dollar outlay for a new substation to replace the current unit at Bagley Avenue and Seem Avenue. District Manager Earl T. Cheney says the project, totaling just under 950000 dollars, is planned for 1954 though not yet budgeted. the new site will be larger and nearer the center of the load to improve service for the area.

Pennsylvania Electrice Company Impuiliy'y Ile Bagley Areet Seem Avene Earl T. Cheney Pendee Wicbington Marion Streets Cherry Ghebyye

Two-Inch Snowfall Shuts In Western Pennsylvania

An April snowstorm blanketed the Corry district with two inches overnight, adding to earlier melt. High yesterday reached 38 degrees, with 29 overnight. Subfreezing roads iced over but warmed this morning. Warnings forecast up to eight inches in the mountains and three to six in many areas. strong winds and cold tonight and Sunday. Mrs Mary E Angler Haslett, 72, wife of Samuel M Haslett, died at home in Tarentum. She aided Chautauqua activities and women’s clubs and served as vice president of the Chautauqua Women’s Club.

Corry George Mulderick Cay Associated Press Pennsylvania New York State Wazlett Tarentum Mary E. Angler Haslett Atty Samuel M. Haslett Une Chautauqua Association Chautan- Ns NF Haslett Chautauqua Elvie Women Affairs Worly Chautauqua Women’s Club

Time Schedule Agreed Upon For POW Exchange

U N and Communist staff near a Monday start for the exchange of sick and wounded prisoners. The first transfer is tentatively set for 7 p.m. Monday at Panmunjon with U N and allied officers coordinating the logistics. Delegates from both sides are in Korea and will meet to finalize the plan as weather and conditions permit. General William A Harrison and Brig. Gen. Edgar Glenn traveled to Panmunjom to participate in the talks. A U N delegation head stated there is no prediction about the outcome, just daily progress.

Salxon Korea Panmunjon Tall Maller Huis Wiliam Harrison Air Force Edgar Glenn Jaye Auarsery U.N. Command John G. Daniel

Ajax Concern Develops New Pumping Unit

Ajax concern unveils the TP-1000 series high speed pumping unit designed for secondary oil recovery. The model operates 2400 to 10400 rpm, delivering up to 0 gallons per minute at 2050 psi with a 2% inch plunger producing 123.5 fassons per minute at 824 psi, tested in Wellsville area. designed by Thomas Pierotti under Charles Rainesale, with limited current demand but forecasted growth.

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Presidental Yacht Out of Service in Mothball Plan

President Eisenhower orders the presidential yacht Williamsburg retired from presidential service and placed in the mothball fleet. The White House says the ship is a symbol of needless luxury, with no service duties until June 20 when it will be stored. The yacht will be used twice weekly for Potomac River and Chesapeake Bay cruises for wounded war veterans before May 31 retirement.

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Wall Street Sees Money Rates Stiffening Says Babson

Babson Park Massachusetts December last, Babson notes Wall Street bears due to Korean peace outlook and Eisenhower era changes. Sentiment favors rate hikes from higher government bond yields and tighter lending, with 34 1 2 percent bonds possible and lenders tightening on new loans, signaling higher interest ahead for small investors and a wary credit market.

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New Atomic Blast Is Set Off Today

Las Vegas Nevada reports an atomic blast at 4 35 am PST as part of a spring test series. Marines from Camp Pendleton and Camp Lejeune were 4000 yards from ground zero in a tactical exercise with helicopters and mock enemy actions. File notes say the flash was visible in Los Angeles and the event involved 22 00 Marines and 400 additional troops.

Associated Press Las Vecas Nev Nevada Desert Atomic Energy Commission Proving Ground Los Angeles Camp Pendleton Calif Camp Lejeune N. C Krop Armed Forces Ground Zero Willis C Bullock

Solon calls six billion cut in arms spending

Senator Ferguson seeks a six billion dollar reduction in arms and atomic spending as Western defense buildup debates rise. Senator Symington argues U S military strength trails Russia, while Dulles prepares a nationally broadcast speech.

Associated Press Washington Sen Fergissor R-Mich Eisenhower Ferguson Senate Armed Services Appropriations Symington D-Mo U.S Russia State Dulles American Society of Newspaper Editors American Broadcasting Company National Broadcasting Company H. Alexander Smith R-Nd Senate Forsit Relations Dulles Savine Eisenhowe

Maple Queen Crowned at Meyersdale Festival

Sally Ann Johnson, an 18 year old from Somerset, was crowned Maple Queen before 9,500 people as Somerset County celebrated the Maple Festival. The event featured a large parade, a maple frolic, and square dancing as highlights of the celebration.

Meyersdale Sally Ann Johnson Somerset County Somerset

Youth Hurt as City Wreck Injures Teens on East Columbus

A 3:10 AM crash on East Columbus Avenue injured one youth and caused two others minor injuries while a third was hospitalized. Driver Richard Magee, 16, of 340 Shady Avenue, cited for reckless driving after his 1949 model car skidded, hit a tree, and sent occupants into the opposite lane. The car was valued around 700 dollars and the street was slick with thin film.

Hwe Asure Lita East Columbus Avenue Richard Magee Shady Avenue Mayer John Merkle West Columbus Avenue Robert Moodjé Wats Paul Glurke East Columbis Avenue Snyder Circle Pallor

Couple buys the Corry Den in Waterford

The Corry Den, operated by Mr and Mrs George Roof for a year, sold to Mr and Mrs Charles E Keggle of Waterford. New owners plan active operation from West Main Street and First Avenue on May 1 with the Roofs staying through the transition. The Reagle couple previously managed a fountain at Gray's Drug Store East Erie Plaza and will move to Corry. Mr and Mrs Rengle will relocate to Corry Apartments in the building housing the restaurant. Jailbreaker wanted in Pittsburgh after escape from No 1 Police Station through a restroom window. search by nearly 100 officers continues.

George Roof Charles E. Keggle Waterford West Main Shreet First Avenue Roof Reagle Gray's Drug Store East Erie Plaza Kmsville Rengle Corry Uthire Cine Ann

Seven Cars Of Nevada-Bound Troop Train Derailed

A Nevada bound Army troop train derailed near West Union, killing engineer Ira W. McDowell and injuring fireman George H. Marshall. The wreck sent the engine and a sleeper into a creek after the train plunged off a 140 foot embankment in heavy rain. The officer in charge reported one sergeant seriously hurt.

West Union Norit Ira W. McDowell Parkersburg W. Vin George H. Marshall Baltimore Ohio Railroad Baltimore

Corry Grange tax ruling and school board actions

Corry School Board discussed a $22,500 Armitage property value and $13,500 Renz house value while negotiating a $1,200 settlement for five acres with Mr and Mrs Harley Hull. The district plans to decide if the Armitage appeal goes to county court. A Grange tax issue and bid decisions on Concord School floor were also addressed. A Cappella trip funds were denied from the budget. Dr Emlyn Jones dies from a heart attack in Davidsville after serving as Pennsylvania deputy secretary of welfare.

Corry Stanley Ander Harley Hull Harold Armitage Olid Frank Takenohe Armitage Reni Wight McKnight Corry Grange Schow Grange Washington Schoo Concord School Johnstown Emlyn Jones Pennsylvania Davidsville State Bureau of Vital Statistics

Per Capita Tax Debate Advances In Corry School Budget

Corry school board tentatively approves a seven mill per capita tax hike as part of a broad budget increase to about 301,880 dollars. The plan also includes a four percent amusements tax and a one dollar membership tax, with state reimbursements and bond-related rental payments shaping the final figures. Protests from local business interests over amusement taxes are noted, but lawmakers reserve final decisions on tax adjustments for the next readings. The 1954-55 budget adds another three-mill increase, bringing the two-year total to six mills, with hopes taxes stabilize thereafter. A second note reports Gulf Oil Pittsburgh plans a six percent cut in second-quarter crude oil imports due to winter oversupply.

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