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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1953
Page
1
Bids sought for sale of various items including two table saws, garden tools, hose reels, a wheelbarrow, a mower, and miscellaneous household gear. Items listed feature electric tools, garden equipment, irons, toasters, portable appliances, and related hardware. Auction details reference Ken le and date block 1311-5-6-1 with terms to be announced.
The document cites the Secretary of Pennsylvania Prothonotary and mentions a petition related to estate matters in Corry, including references to real estate and construction resale. Names such as Eric Goun- KNIGHT and the long legal docket are noted, with dates around 1952 and 1953.
Congressional leaders arranged a state funeral for Senator Robert A Taft likely Monday with burial in Cincinnati His death from cancer prompted praise and grief from colleagues and the public The Taft family consented to the state funeral and Taft will be laid to rest in his home town in Ohio The President and Mrs Eisenhower visited Mrs Taft and left a letter acknowledging the loss of a great man
Babson argues U S employment likely to stay steady despite Korea War end. He cites declines in war work and installments driven demand, warning a consumer panic could arise from affordable debt and rising wage costs. He urges prudent spending and prompt bill payment as a guard against a broader downturn.
City police today said they have been unsuccessful in locating any image of the man believed to be mentally unbalanced who yesterday accosted a Corry girl of 15 and at least one local woman. Officers received a tip on a man answering the description but checks of theaters last night found no trace. The man, in his 20s, may reside in Spartansburg and further checks on his identity were planned.
President Truman nominated Trane D. Newbury of Pittsburgh a 73 year old retired businessman as assistant secretary of defense. Newbury formerly was vice president and a board member of Weslitehalise Hisekri Dorp, retiring in 1948 after 45 years with the company. Boy Drowns in Philadelphia Canal incident details note an unidentified 1-year-old drowned as a younger brother and another man, both unable to swim, watched helplessly.
Ambler Pennsylvania police ruled a man was murdered after his 1951 Cadillac was found afire north of Ambler. The burned body, estimated to be about 30, and showing head injuries, was found with a 32 caliber shell casing nearby. Investigators noted the car had no license plates or valid inspection, and the victim was described as a Black man around 30. Authorities said the fire appeared to be set to cover the crime.
The four nation commission pledges to police the Armistice while talks proceed on prisoner exchanges. Allied prisoners to be freed in groups daily beginning Wednesday, with overall release planned within 92 days if all goes well. Detailing lists of POWs and exchange figures appear amid a tense, uncertain start.
The Corry sees census workers start listing school enrollments for the next two years. Howard Sheer and Harold Wolfe oversee the effort to enumerate children entering classes, following board actions by the Corry district.
Wheat harvests surge in northwestern Pennsylvania as Union City co operatives and Grange League Federation aim to set ship records for eastbound loads. More than 15 carloads already dispatched. grain dryer reduces moisture to 14 percent before shipment. Prices fall to 1.20 per bushel for lower grades. top grade around 3.95. Wheat moves directly to eastern elevators for export, with PMA permission enabling warehoused receipts for cash payments.
Tompkins County authorities identified the two dead as Edward Fanning and Troy Fanning of East Troy after a WWo-car collision near Ithaca while returning from a funeral yesterday. Three other members of the Fanning party were injured.
Railroads impose new charges for local delivery and pickup of freight, effective August 4. Fines of 1 cent per 100 pounds and 20 cents per hundred for shipping will be added to bills. some costs may be borne by the railroads while shippers pay for drayage. The Commerce Commission approved the plan, with adjustments reflecting local conditions and previous fee history.
In Coudersport Pennsylvania a two day festival crowned the 1953 Potato Blossom Queen, the blue eyed daughter of Stanley J. Miller from York Conny. The queen and runners up included May Neele Imogene Karthelm Marian H. Mudres and Ivar Westover. Also noted was a crude oil price increase by Joseph Seep Purchase Agency boosting Pennsylvania grade crude to 18 cents per barrel depending on grade.
Red Cross announces a blood donor appeal set for next Wednesday aimed at men and women aged 12 to 70. An ongoing drive seeks to replenish supplies as medical experts anticipate continued need for transfusions amid wartime shortages and evolving treatments.
A readable weather column notes hot dry July conditions with above normal temperatures. Data from a monthly report by observer George Malevick lists high and low temperatures, daily readings, and patterns for mid month milestones.
W E testers challenged an overtime ban at Westinghouse Electric in Pittsburgh. After multiple suspensions and layoffs, the dispute ended with a settlement and plan to resume full production by March. Local 601 CIO United Electrical Workers reported 450 voters supported the ban previously.
Defiant Eastern Germans rush for Western food amid Soviet pressure and shortages. Crowds gathered at distribution points near Lena refinery and other industries as workers refused to follow orders, aided by Soviet and Communist police actions. Western food was seized and redistributed as supplies ran low.
The Senate weighs a 15 billion dollar debt ceiling boost as Treasury Secretary Humphrey testifies behind closed doors. Amid a tense session lawmakers debate the administration plan despite House support for the measure and Democratic opposition in the Senate potentially blocking approval.
Rural Gor Fy Area districts will keep receiving $200 yearly in state aid for each closed school. Superintendent Lawrence Douglas said a proposed bill to gradually reduce allocations did not pass. Districts listed include Columbus $24,400 Concord Township $1,400 Wayne $1,200 Spring Creek $1,000, with two more in the Garry and Elgin areas also closed.
Negotiations to resume next Tuesday as Avro Supply Company workers enter a five week service disruption. Grover Stainbrook leads a federal mediation with union officers as talks look to advance the bargaining and determine steps toward ending the strike.
Washington coverage notes the Republicans appeared likely to retain Senate control through 1958 despite the death of Taft and Tobey, with party leaders keeping chairmanships and committee powers. Morse and Democratic leaders were not poised to challenge GOP dominance this session or the next. In Lancaster, Pa., a 45 year old man died in a crash on a foot embankment, and two others were injured.
Russian authorities announce a plane downing over China on July 27. U S officials demand fuller details and survivor information four days after the incident, seeking confirmation and clarification from Chinese authorities.
U S officials rejected Russia protest over a Soviet plane shot down by American pilots. The State Department said Russia bears responsibility for sending the plane into a Korean combat zone, while survivors and testimony bolster the U S case. A separate report notes a bus crash near Morrisburg, killing 20, mostly Canadians, with 17 survivors.
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