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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1951
Page
1
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Senate eyed restoring part of a $1.001 billion cut by the House in President Truman's $8.5 billion foreign aid bill. The House reduced Western Europe aid, left European program at $905 million, and approved total aid of about $7.49 billion with mixed party support.
A 21 year old woman was charged today with embezzling more than $10,000 from the Pennsylvania Farm Bureau Employees Credit Union. She was held in Dauphin County jail in default of $500 bond with no date set for her hearing.
U S Eighth Army reports first large scale air duel in weeks over Korea today. US Fifth Air Force says one Red leader damaged and another probably destroyed. multiple jet exchanges involved with fighters incl. Mig-25s. Battle occurred around 5000 feet over London.
The Detroit event opens with what officials call the greatest demonstration of air power. Unofficial warmups set speed marks as Col. Fret J Ascani Wizarded a Sabre jet at 835.414 mph on the Thompson course, while John Paul Jones set a piston continental record at 108.788 mph in heat qualifiers. Jets and bombers from Wywards Air Base are en route from Muroc, with arrival expected around 3 p.m. EST.
Charles Bone of Meadville, named as second member of the Donovan contracting firm, is ordered held for the next term on embezzlement charges. Fred Donovan, a firm partner, had been held for trial on a similar count. The Donovan firm sues the city over a East Smith Street project, seeking 623,000 for alleged overrun. the city counters with damages including a 25 daily penalty. The project stretched nearly eight years beyond the scheduled finish. trial lists and council actions loom as the city debated paying about 8,500 withheld contract funds.
Harold E. Stassen warns the United States to guard against Russia and Communist China potentially exploiting peace treaty negotiations in San Francisco next month. He notes Pearl Harbor was preceded by a Japanese deception and praises Dwight Eisenhower’s work on a western European army as he returns from a Europe trip.
Babson argues that the 40 hour week and wage cuts reduce business activity. Gloucester merchants and real estate offices close Saturdays to save costs, causing fewer rentals and lost customers. The piece contends shorter hours raise prices and depress the economy, with broader effects on workers and publishers.
Census results show a surge in public school enrollment and eight year olds entering the system. Officials Howard Sheen and Harold Wolfe note higher totals in the 1943 cohort, with 1,284 applying for admission and enrollment up to 142 from 127, plus 176 eight year olds registered for grades three and four. Tuition-pull from rural districts adds 48 more to be absorbed in secondary grades.
John Wiggers prominent farm machinery and automotive dealer died at home in North Clymer at 1 45 am. He was 35. A longtime Southwestern New York businessman, he lived in the Clymer area and worked with automotive dealerships in North Clymer Erle and Derry. He influenced maple syrup production as a buyer for a major firm. He was a member of North Clymer Evangelical United Brethren Church the Clymer Conservation Club and a director of the Chautauqua County Fair. Survived by wife Bessie May Coville Wiggers and 14 children including Paul Gerald John J Marian Faulker Jeannette Cady and Lillian Neckers. Funeral arrangements were incomplete. Reverend Tyan Aunsberger of Salmon EUB Church Erie to preside. Friends may call at home.
Steve Nelson Pennsylvania's top Communist was arrested in Philadelphia in a federal roundup of Reds since June. Five other ranking Communists were seized in Pittsburgh, near Detroit, New York. Nelson faced a $100000 bail and remained jailed after the arrest near hospital care.
Police report a two car collision at Smith and Fenter streets at 12 30 am leaving both vehicles heavily damaged. Howard Mawers and Walter Stahowie each claimed the light was green as they entered the intersection. Mawers vehicle damage about 250 dollars and Stahowie 150 dollars with total losses around 400 dollars. No injuries were reported.
A giant inflated balloon about 100 feet tall and 40 feet wide settled beside Myron Hopewell’s farm near Danville, Hamville, Pa., late yesterday after being released by an airplane crew 40 miles away. The launch origin and purpose remain unclear. Civil Aeronautics Administration Inspector Faker in Selinsgrove declined to comment, noting only that the balloon was damaged and shredded.
Washington August 18 government adopts a temporary general wage policy to rise pay with living costs. Policy by Wage Stabilization Board remains in place until March 1 1952 with employer increases allowed up to 10 percent over January 1950 levels without board approval.
The Columbus Municipal Authority reports no funds or state support to rebuild Columbus Dam this year. Delays stem from a stalled state budget and lack of appropriations. The group plans a small park project near the dam with a $3,000 public subscription funds and hopes for forest and waters Department aid to cover the remaining $12,000 need.
A 16 year old youth was injured when a light truck driven by his brother Keith Hetsick 20 Corsica left the highway 1 mile east of Corry on Route 6 at 9 35 a m the truck smashed a bridge abutment rolled over and the youth Relph Hetrick was taken to Corry Memorial Hospital for treatment later released Police said Hetrick was a passenger in the vehicle and the driver apparently dozed at the wheel causing the crash
Three people injured at a home incident yesterday. Mary Titus, 8, Sparvinstwng, admitted briefly to Uue Corey Memorial Hospital then transferred. A volunteer, Merle Lamb Jr., suffered a puncture wound and hand injury from glass. Harry Lamb Jr. treated for a hand injury. Merle Blakely Jr. taken to hospital for treatment then released.
City officials face a summer weed problem with vacant lots in Yawant, urging action to curb overgrowth and pollen. County liens on tax-delinquent properties hinder clearance, while parking lots highlight the wider neglect. In a separate note, coroner reports Peyton R. Russell of Hawkes town died of a blood clot after autopsy.
Aug 18 MUNSAN Korea Allies and Reds hold four man subcommittee session on buffer zone issue. Newsmen restricted as talks continue under official progress reports. Both sides limited the number of reporters attending the conference amid cautious, informal exchanges and ongoing debate on the path to a settlement.
The Senate crime investigating committee concluded its hearings on racketeers and gamblers. Chairman O’Conor said the focus shifts to a September 1 final report with 14 legislative recommendations and continued subpoenas until the panel finishes. The inquiry highlighted illegal trafficking and named figures tied to organized crime, with potential further actions noted but not pursued.
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