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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1953
Page
1
North of dis est arny west Uhe present carry it 77.
Paris endures a bitter clash as labor walkouts swell beyond 80,000 workers and disrupt railways, electricity, and communications. Premier Laniel resists concessions while U S Army and Air Force set up Operation Strike to move food, personnel, and perishables across the country and to aid bases in France Britain and Germany.
Eleven liberated American war prisoners landed at Hickam Field in Honolulu last night, returning from North Korea aboard the second POW plane to reach Japan since the exchange began ten days ago. The group included local Hawaii boys swept into waiting families. Seven men, thin and tired after captivity, were carried off the plane, while two Red Cross nurses placed flowered garlands on them. Air Force Lt. Col. Thomas D. Har Filson, who lost a leg in North Korea, looked strong and recovered as the group was moved to a waiting ambulance.
The Aero strike talks halted with no new developments as union leaders and Aero Supply management weigh counter proposals. President Tavine and Superintendent Benson were in Cleveland on urgent business, while managers Graham and Long study the union’s counter offers. A federal conciliator could be brought in next week if talks resume.
Rivers of rescue efforts gather as Tonian Islands face continued quakes and landslides. Deaths Reach 400 in two communities with 120000 homeless. Nations rush aid including air units, ships, food, water, and medical supplies. Italy Canada Britain America Denmark Switzerland Turkey and Yugoslavia mobilize relief.
The State Revenue Department in Harrisburg will inform thousands of retailers how to collect Pennsylvania’s new one percent sales tax. Respondents must display registration certificates, no fee required, with deadlines in the fall. Education via press and radio will clarify taxed versus exempt items, and first reports are due by November 20.
Berlin officials reversed an earlier halt on basic food parcels for East and West Berliners. The American sponsored aid will be distributed daily to Soviet zone residents who come for it, despite police controls and fears of reprisals. By July 27, nearly 20 million parcels of lard sugar canned milk and dried goods had been distributed amid Cold War tensions and Allied concerns. Former Senator Joseph R Grundy of Pennsylvania medical update at University of Pennsylvania Hospital shows eye condition but his status described as good after two weeks in care.
Concord New Hampshire Gen Hugh Green EI today appointed Robert W Upton a 69 year old Concord lawyer to the U S Senate seat located by the recent deathly of veteran Sen Charles W Tobey Upton a Republican will serve West January 1965 The remain He Wo years Of Pobey s trey will be Med in the 1964 election Also Will be chosen to that eleven seven Biyles Badges term cise pires Im January 1955 It will be the Second time in New Hampshire history that the state elected We senitors in the same election.
The body of Alex Jinginson 77 was found hanged in the barn at his farm near Corry Morning hour 7:30. The widow and family survivors are listed. a deputy from Warren County investigated and the body was moved to Bracken Funeral Home. Funeral arrangements pending.
Rowe Fuihy and Willie Hunt accuse Ross and 190 others of assault and related offenses near Weak Street and First Avenue. Alderman Gordon fines Ross ten dollars for assault and thirty dollars for disorderly conduct. the case covers medical costs and possible further charges.
In Haverhill a discarded ice box killed Michael Rogers, 4, and another child, raising the total of recent similar deaths to eleven. A man, Lucien Duval, pulled the lid and found them unconscious, saying he acted after fearing more youngsters might suffocate in boxes. Police and volunteers had searched for hours. Separate note: William O Smock to head new public relations department at Bond and Starr in Pittsburgh.
United States pressed to limit representation at a Korean conference, urging seating only nations aligned with its stance on Korea. Britain and other allies weighed a cautious approach while debates over inclusion of Russia and China surfaced amid two private sessions.
A large crowd welcomed the Corry team home after a close game. Fans cheered as players, coaches, and staff were praised for their effort and sportsmanship. The squad was quartered at Lycoming College and bids of farewell came from Commissioner Stolz before the team headed to a postgame swim and dinner.
Washington reports the Army lists 197 soldiers reported by the Communists as escaped from enemy prison camps. Families have been notified and welfare officials will reveal names after next of kin are informed. Among escapees is Pvt Clement Pietrosiewicz of Erie, son of Mr and Mrs Walter J Pietrosiewicz.
A man named AMM crevin yy suppan anaes gai Mrs James Dawis Sr reports a painful accident on West Main Street. Eyewitnesses describe efforts to move him as medical staff rush to assess eye injury and possible burns. Parental concern and hospital admission followed as doctors consider deeper damage and potential eye surgery.
The Corry Chamber of Commerce directors endorsed attorney Rennekamp's plan to obtain a Federal Communications Commission permit for a 500 watt station at 1340 kilocycles. A tower would rise on a hill south of Lowry property, with downtown operation possible if approved. The station aims to begin limited daily programming within 60 days after approval.
Washington Hundreds of State Department employees may be screened under new security standards even though many have already been investigated. The Associated Press reports the adoption of the regulations reveals a reopening of many loyalty cases and a full investigation of most employees not already thoroughly screened.
The Associated Press reports at Panmunjom that U S Command asked the Communists to state if any Allied prisoners sentenced to confinement remain. Returning POWs say some were held behind false charges with unclear totals. Washington warned Reds to release all eligible Allied captives, while the UN noted the last batch of 222 Chinese is to be shipped home, with 250 more awaiting action.
A 60 year old Grove City man shot a woman twice then killed himself after an argument at his home. The widow Mrs Gertrude Felsing said Millican appeared despondent. Deputy coroner Dr D E Wansettler classified the incident as attempted murder and suicide.
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