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19 Apr 1951
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 1951
Page
1
Readable text shows references to a book and a meeting or discussion. No clear names, places, dates, or outcomes are identifiable from the fragment.
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AP report from Tokyo dated April 19 describes Allied units attacking north of the Hwachon power dam and reservoir area in North Korea after capturing the dam. UN troops push along the reservoir west end while Reds pull back centrally as rain and smoke hinder observation. Casualties cited. Red forces reported as massing for a spring drive. Allied patrols and air attacks noted with limited fighting near Chorwon Kumhwa corridor.
Dr. Edward A. Rumley, 69, executive secretary of the Committee for Constitutional Government, convicted of contempt of Congress, plans to appeal to the Supreme Court if needed. A federal jury deliberated 20 minutes before finding him in contempt for resisting questions on book buyers and publishing activities. He faces up to ten years in jail and a $1,000 fine, with sentencing scheduled for April 27.
April 19 report from London and Portsmuth indicates the Admiralty gave up hope of saving 75 officers and men aboard the Royal Navy submarine Affray lost in the English Channel. An 84-ship search continued, with oxygen life for 48 hours, no definite signs of survival, and underwater tapping not heard since yesterday.
In Monessen Pa on April 19 two young black boys died in a house fire despite their mother’s rescue attempts. Victims are Robert Hariston four and Ronald six, sons of Mrs. Elizabeth H Hariston. Mrs Hariston escaped by sliding down a porch post. The boys’ aunt Mrs Ida Chapmain, twenty, broke her back leaping from a third story window and is listed in fair condition at Charleroi Monessen hospital.
April 9 report from Belgrade radio says Premier Tito London underwent gallstone surgery. Doctors said the operation went well and Tito, aged 52, is expected to recover, with the premier described as in good spirits after the procedure.
Calvin Morris admitted to police that he drove the car that crashed through Pennsylvania Railroad gates on East avenue last Sunday. He, and Marie Raymond, are wanted on various charges including desertion and non support of two children. Morris was arrested at his West Church Street apartment after returning from Erie where he works for Baldwin Brothers Construction Co. He faces motor charges plus railroad restoration claims for the damaged gates.
Brigadier Rockingham announced six thousand Canadian troops are packed for Korea to join United Nations forces. The 26th Tentented Brigade will depart soon, date withheld. The unit has trained here for several months and declared ready for action.
Washington April 1 President Truman proposes a new Wage Stabilization Board with emergency powers to handle labor disputes. The plan, pushed after advisory group split, would replace the ineffective prior board and requires management and labor cooperation to form the panel.
Harrisburg April 1 The State Public School Building Authority seeks a 25 million dollar appropriation for a new Joint Jimrney Sc10 High School funded by bond sales. The measure, by Senator A H Letzler, envisions repayment to the commonwealth from bond proceeds. A second bill, by Senator George B Stevenson, ties effectiveness to fiscal year end. In another item, a farmer near Punxsutawney died when a tractor overturned crushing him at CoolSpring Farm.
Corry Memorial Hospital Association set the dedication date for the new 870,000 hospital on West Smith Street. Dedication will coincide with National Hospital Day, with open house May 2 to 13. Directors elected new officers and approved a budget expansion to ensure district representation and ongoing maintenance.
AP reports Corporal Willie Jenkins, 28, a Black soldier assigned to troops supporting General MacArthur, was killed at his home in Washington. Police held his wife on a charge of serious case as detectives quoted her admitting a violent incident that began during a confrontation in the morning.
A local fundraising drive ends with a reported 19015 total toward a 29500 goal. Rev James MacTutush announces the final tally as planners explain the shortfall and remaining steps. City and corporate contributors are listed with totals, including 10808 from OH Advance, 8560 from 10 7 etc.
The late Rev Carl Heidt pastor of St Ellenbotts Church died March 10. An inventory filed with the Register of Wills shows estate well above the 22500 probate estimate and debts to other funds may reduce the value. The will leaves 5000 and a cottage at Canada Lake to his niece Teresa Alexander of Erie, 4000 and a library to the Fathers of the Divine Word at Girard, with the remainder to the Society of the Divine Word at Girard.
Obituary notes from Arant Rapids obituary page detail Vanderberg family fatalities and a long service schedule. The late Vanderberg and relatives are described, with reference to a biographical sketch and upcoming burial services.
In Washington on April 19 a crowd estimated at 12,000 gathered to greet General Douglas MacArthur as his plane landed and he strode down the ramp. Officers from the Pacific campaigns and many civilians watched as dignitaries, including Major General Patrick Hurley and others, arrived and the crowd surged in a baby riot over the return.
A direct challenge to the administration’s stance that Europe must be where the United States concentrates its efforts. The call urges united action against communism in Europe and escalates pressure on policy directions.
Four star general Henry McArthur delivers a three minute speech in the House chamber praising unity and national purpose. He cautions against partisan politics, urges a shared plan for Asia policy, and notes support from military leaders and staff. The address follows his San Francisco return and outlines a vision for postwar progress and freedom.
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