04 Aug 1952
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1952
Page
1
A damaged OCR fragment references a timber sale or related activity with scattered place names and a date-like string. Readable items mention Aitia and Wetehi with partial times or codes, but essential details are missing. The fragment suggests a public sale or timber transaction in a local area.
The piece reports Powell accusing both parties of selling out civil rights, urging an acceptable platform to mobilize Black voters. It notes Stevenson and Sparkman organizing, Eisenhower’s campaign plan, and party leaders credit Stevenson for setting up national headquarters in Springfield, signaling a shift from Truman.
A Wheeling Steel Corp strike affecting about 15 000 workers in Ohio and West Virginia ended today. The CTO United Steelworkers locals at Wheeling had kept the walkout after the general Steel strike ended a week earlier. Remaining issues were variation pay and seniority rights.
Maj. Gen. Lewy B Hershey, director of Selective Service, says many deferments for dependents may end if the draft needs rise. In a publication to 4,000 local boards, Hershey warns the pool of about 1,200,000 men classified 3-A could be needed to supplement the military manpower. The decision hinges on future power and industrial demands and the ongoing pool shrinking plan.
US Air Force reports two massive waves strike the North Korean military headquarters northeast of Pyongyang near the Red Capital. Bombers and fighter aircraft claim destruction of buildings and anti aircraft guns, with claims of MIG-16 losses and a running total of about 1,001 to 1,002 enemy aircraft destroyed since the war began.
Senator Martin charges President Truman blocked use of the Taft Hartley Act during the steel strike. He calls the move a betrayal of American troops in Korea and warns the strike endangers defense. Martin, seeking reelection, vows to push Congress to revisit the issue in January.
The annual census begun by Howard Sheen and Harold Wolfe aims to estimate next year’s public school enrollment. Despite new classrooms at Concord and a large partition at Duloy, unfilled teaching posts remain in bookkeping English and grades 1-4 instructors across Corry Blain Columbine Concord Wayne townships.
In Erle County adog license drive has cited 320 owners for unlicensed dogs. County Treasurer Hayes McCreary reports license applications depleted while rural districts plan returns for renewal efforts. About half the county dogs are licensed as the $14.75 fee sparks protest and owners rush to comply. The campaign’s duration remains unclear.
About 90 members of the Stanford Hose Company attended the annual summer picnic at Sekerak's Grove. Early arrivals had bacon and eggs, while later attendees enjoyed baked ham and beef, salads, cheeses, baked beans, pickles, and drinks. Edward Becker St won the euchre contest after replacing a softball game with the Old Tim es and the Soung Uns. Alex Knesk ner was among the eliminations.
A public planning session at Nichols Lodge in Mead Park at 8 tonight will feature A W Castle from the Department of Education. Castle will discuss steps to establish a city recreation commission and secure facilities for a 70 broad scale youth program and related activities.
Washington reports a Navy Mars Lin Mariner repelled two Chinese Communist MIG-15 fighters over the Yellow Sea west of Korea. Two crew were killed and two wounded. the plane limped to Korea for repairs before heading to Iwakuni Japan. Lt. Bartlett led the flight. the incident follows earlier clashes in the same area during the Korean War.
Montreal authorities restored order at Bordéaux jail after an escape that released about 800 inmates. Cell doors were repaired and reinforced, and many prisoners returned to cells while some were held at headquarters during repairs. Contests with police and guards caused injuries in multiple skirmishes.
The Army announced strict economy in ammunition for units for combat assignments in Korea. Assistant Army Secretary Karl Bendetsen said the steel strike reduced the year’s ammunition production by about a percent, and officials will seek substitutes and tighter training to conserve resources.
A damaged AP summary reports drought omitting states from Maine to Massachusetts and across the South. It notes two New England states and six southern states designated as disaster areas, with losses tallied in Alabama Georgia Kentucky South Carolina Massachusetts and Connecticut. Farmers draw on reserves. dairy and tobacco sectors face higher costs and emergency loans seek approval.
Iran's Senate gave initial approval to a bill granting Premier Mohammad Mossadegh unlimited power for six months to rule the country. An opposing measure to confiscate the wealth of ex-premier Ahmad Qavam passed on the first two readings. The plan earmarks about 500 million rials for survivors of street clashes and 5 million for Qavam's wife, with Qavam reportedly in hiding.
Honolulu hosts open talks on a regional defense treaty amid reports of allied involvement and future coordination. Officials indicate administrative work will be assigned to deputies as key agreements with Pacific nations and Japan advance, while critics urge clarity on military obligations and regional balance.
Washington news reports a marked interest as Maj. Gen. Roger M. Ramey and Dr. Jesse Sprowls discuss flying saucers on CBS. Callers urged, sighting messages describe lights across the capital around 5 p.m. EST, while pattern analyses from Air Force investigators evolve.
New York The United States, transatlantic speed record holder, docked ahead of the British liner Queen Elizabeth after crossing from Le Havre. Skipper Harry Manning disputed the claim of a tie, noting a marginal lead for the American ship by Bishop's Rock. The United States entered New York Harbor at 1:05 p.m. (HST), about four days after leaving Cherbourg.
Services will be held Wednesday for Willian 7. Bel Bell 78 Republican state legislator 1922 to 1941. Bell retired in 1899 after 61 years in the Pennsylvania Railroad traffic department, died Saturday at the home of a son John G. Bell of Sheridan.
A brief shower cooled the city early today, dropping the temperature from a 98 degree reading to 67 as light rain measured about one inch. Foresters warn of wildfire risk as dry ground and dead shrubbery respond to repeated heat and drought.
An 18 year old James City youth Donald Ray Cook drowned in the Clarion River five miles north of Wilcox after tumbling into a deep hole known as lynchatide. His brother Clarence attempted a rescue as friends called for help. the body was recovered after 45 minutes.
Two Greyhound buses crashed head on near Waco Texas before dawn. At least thirty four people were killed or injured, many believed to be servicemen. Vehicles were incinerated, wreckage strewn along Highway BL seven miles south of the city. Twenty bodies were taken to Campton Funeral Home in Waco and eight to Mineral Wells. Police said the dead count was provisional and noted one man escaped from a burning bus.
Edward G. Fox, head of the Anthracite Operators Whee Agreement Committee, said John L. Lewis notified miners of a 10 day notice for contract expiration. The present wage pact, signed Feb 1 1951, runs to September 30. Mediators will try again this week to end the AFL bus drivers strike against Harmony Short Line Bus Co in Allegheny Valley and extending toward Erie.
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