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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1953
Page
1
Fragmented real estate ad listing furnished and unfurnished apartments on various streets. Mentions rent, 12 1450, 24102, and private facilities. Names T H G Bulard and Joe Cohen appear amidst broken lines and dates.
A local auction schedules a sale of hogs sheep cattle and farm gear including living room furniture chairs a dining table a floor lamp a dressers and electric appliances. Also listed are tools hoses ladders radios bird bath mower and insect rings. The event begins Monday at 1 p.m. near the Clymer area on a road north of town. Several dairy and farm items are noted with no reserve and cash terms.
Corry Little Leaguers edged Natrona Heights 3-2 at Olin Bracken Field in a misty late game thriller watched by about 1,200. Lee Austin started the rally with a single then Terry Williams hit a homer over center as Cory moved ahead in the third. Vanssens held the Natrona offense in check after a first-inning surge, tossing a six-hitter with 13 strikeouts.
Berlin reports severe restrictions on travel as Russling regime imposes new controls to curb movement. Despite claims, thousands of residents defy measures, with rail tickets limited and food distribution strained. East German authorities seek loopholes while the occupation zone routes funnel aid to a multi million parcel backlog.
Construction on a $2,900,000 school progresses with footers poured and 10 days of steel deliveries planned. Work aims to begin interior framing in August, with gypsum roof installation hoped for by October and completion targeted for fall 1954 classes.
GREENSBURG Pa A three year old man killed his wife with a 22 calibre rifle then fatally shot himself after parking their auto on the Pennsylvania Turnpike near the Donegal Interchange Maj Andrew J Hradock identifies the victims as Timner Ruff 43 and Mary 45 Hudock says it was a clear case of murder and suicide A note signed by the couple says We tried but without a home and me money It got too tough Thanks to so many hire people who really tried we were able to keep going as long as we did
Members of the Stanford Hose Company will gather tomorrow at Sekevale's Clove for a community outing. Beginning at 9 o'clock a breakfast of bacon eggs toast and entrees will be served. At noon ham and roast beef will be served. Entertainment includes horseshoes a dull game and cards.
A nighttime prowler tried to break into the Chirinzio residence at 180 Fourth Avenue in the Fourth Ward. The couple awoke as the intruder flashed a light and fled east on Pleasant Street, with police continuing patrols but making no arrest.
Harrisburg A forsi A Gray a Steelton coal dealer was charged with operating a lottery described by District Attorney Huette F Dowling as one of the state s largest gambling operations He was arraigned after leaving a uptown establishment with a canvas money bag containing 611 in currency and 2 204 numbers slips He was released on 1000 bail Dowling said the operation connected with other counties and even Philadelphia
In Gloucester Massachusetts on a calm day Roger W. pansy reflects on his boyhood, noting the decline of sailing ships, fading old New England families, and a growing fishing industry driven by power draggers. He questions whether churches and religion can keep pace with industrial growth, while acknowledging cultural institutions and a shift away from alcohol.
July hiring in the area shows 70 placements with 62 women mainly in North East food plants. Only 18 male placements reflect tighter labor market. August outlook pessimistic as plant shutdowns loom. two plants slated to close and another to lay off workers for extended periods. Office reports 195 days of work secured by four pickers amid strike impact and rising unemployment benefits.
A Dodge sedan from New York State, driven by Royack, veered off West Smitty Street, crossed the Corry Memorial Hospital lawn, struck two highway signs, and continued toward Union City. Police report only a brief two-line notice. investigation paused with scattered scene clues and barriers at Warrengirett intersection.
AFL In formations Ladies Garment Workers Union threatens a walkout by about 10,000 dressmakers in 101 shops across Scranton Wilkes-Barre and nearby Pennsylvania communities. Union leaders say workers will strike Monday morning unless an eight dollar pay boost is granted.
Washington announced a mutual security pact with South Korea as part of a broad program to rebuils postwar defenses. Dulles and South Korean President Rhee led ceremonies in Seoul, pledging allied cooperation and possible deployment of American troops if a new Communist attack occurs. Talks with Japanese premier Yoshida were to follow on regional security commitments.
Moscow premier Malenkov asserts Russia possesses a hydrogen bomb amid defense concerns. He presents the claim during a tense parliamentary session, with U.S. reactions noted as Washington, D.C. officials receive briefings and Moscow reports circulate through state media. The announcement sparks international attention as censorship limits details.
Two men died when their plane struck an antenna atop Blue Mountain near Pottsville in eastern Pennsylvania. Pilot George B. Taggart of Muney, B. D. 2, identified from a log, and second victim Pfc. Stanley rato of the Pennsylvania State Police, were killed. Investigators from the Pennsylvania Aeronautics Commission said the 1000 foot peak of the mountain and fog may have contributed.
A Jamestown man, father of eight, died after a tank mishap while repairs were underway at a Falconer plant. Fire crew and a medical examiner responded. the man was pronounced dead. Investigators described a hazardous cleaning solvent incident in the compressed tank as workmen attempted to repair a gas line.
Industrialist Thomas Mellon Qrans of Pittsburgh married Detroit socialite Mrs. Josephine Scholtman yesterday. The Marble Collegiate Church ceremony was conducted by Pastor Eugene McKinley. Only immediate family attended.
A wartime report describes American POWs in a North Korean camp adopting a marijuana like weed that affected behavior. Prisoners, including named individuals, discuss smoking the herb for relief while guards and fellow captives note the social dynamics and fear of retaliation.
A court in North Korea convicted and sentenced ten high government officials to death for plotting to overthrow the regime. Several others received prison terms as the former Justice Minister Lee Song-Yop named the ringleader. Among those punished were former Propaganda Minister Cho Yun Nyong, former Foreign Minister Park Hong Wong, and the former deputy propaganda chief Rhee Won Cho. One official received fifteen years. others faced related subversion charges.
Panmunjom reports 90 American prisoners returned in good health and spirits amid a larger exchange rollout. The convoy included troops from Republic of Korea and Allied nations, with promises to free 12,768 POWs overall. Observers noted exuberant, disciplined captives and a lively border scene despite heat and tension.
Police report a two-vehicle crash 217 Hive miles south of Gerry at 5:43 yesterday causing $780 damage and minor injuries. Drivers Hubb Smith of RD 1 Spring Creek and Donald Carter of Sparkinsburg were involved with Carter cited for a driving offense.
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