23 Aug 1952
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1952
Page
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Democratic National Committee chairman Rep. Michael J. Kirwan accused Dwight D. Eisenhower of putting party responsibility above right and wrong as he defended Gen. George C. Marshall amid McCarthy controversy. Eisenhower, Nixon and Mundt spokesmen debated support for McCarthy while Kirwan urged caution about endorsing his methods. The tale spans remarks in Washington and Denver with Eisenhower insisting Marshall is a patriot and backing limited to McCarthy if renominated.
Mrs. Carlyle Fitch of 3 East Columbus Avenue and her 4 month old daughter Dorothy Darlene were struck while walking on North Center Street near Columbus Avenue. Fitch suffered possible back fractures and facial burns, while Dorothy was treated for facial and leg burns before release. Driver John Smith reported brakes failed, swerving to avoid a second vehicle and striking the Fitch party near a gas station. Fire crews controlled a small blaze with minimal property damage.
Athens premier Nicholis Plastiras faces pressure as the coalition governs amid debates over an electoral law that would bar women and armed forces members from voting. Field Marshal Papagos leads opposition calls for early elections while Peurifoy hints that a new national administration could ease Greece's economic woes.
Weather reports show subfreezing readings with low values around 32 degrees in the city while outlying sections register colder levels. Observer George Mulderlek notes a sharp plunge and forecasters warn of continued chilly conditions through the weekend with warmer temperatures expected early next week.
J Aled Olds of Union City adds a second Corry Florist outlet by purchasing the Mowrey retail shop at 194 North Center Street from Mr and Mrs William Mowrey of Wayne Street. Olds, who runs nine outlets in Erie Crawford and Chautauqua counties, will appoint a manager for Corry but Mrs Mowrey will oversee operations for now. The Rowe Flower Shop at 121 North Center Street was bought last week and will be combined into a display room for plants and flowers at 124 Worth Center Street, renamed Olds The Florist. The latest deal covers stock fixtures and equipment. real estate remains with the sellers. The Mowreys will keep their home plant business at 675 Wayne Street selling potted plants and fresh cut flowers.
A. M. Litz buys the former White Swan restaurant site at Findley Lake from Mrs. Elia Hagen. The Findley Lake frontage will total about 20 feet, with plans to raze the restaurant and build a modern lakeside business for boating and motors while the tire station becomes winter storage. The venture is a part time operation linked to Inkcraft Development and the shoe repair shop. Starting next summer the frontage will be prepared to provide spaces for visiting fishermen.
Washington reports wholesale prices advanced for the sixth straight week. The Bureau of Labor Statistics said the index rose two tenths of one percent for the week ended last Tuesday, reaching 112.2 percent of the 1947-49 average. Major increases occurred in poultry eggs cattle and lambs.
The United States Great Britain and France rejected Soviet claims they were cutting trade between East and West Germany. U S High Commissioner Walter Donnelly said the allegations are baseless and noted existing trade agreements remain in effect. He urged Soviet authorities to honor conditions for proper operation of those agreements.
Six youths were called to undergo pre induction physical examinations as the local draft board issued notices. Six others are scheduled for induction on September 23 with a few names withheld. the move follows increased enlistments in multiple service branches.
A car stolen in Erie Pa was used in a holdup at One Park Theater in Cattaraugus County. The cashier Kina Memminger was threatened with a gun as receipts were grabbed. the suspect fled in a car with Pennsylvania plates. Police tracked the plate to a stolen vehicle report. Johnny Ray attends a singing contest in Atlantic City while his daughter Marilyn expects a baby. he is also appearing in New Jersey.
Federal suits filed in Washington accuse four major oil firms and six subsidiaries of illicit Middle East crude oil shipments to Europe to shield government funds in recovery efforts. Damages seek 67 million with claims of antitrust and regulatory breaches.
Local post office officials report a decline in receipts due to higher parcel post rates. Despite volume falling, total revenue remains near prior levels as higher fees offset reduced mail movement. Postmasters’ salaries tied to recent totals show little immediate effect on local pay.
Peregeee Wilkes Barre reports that with talks for a new United Mine Workers of America contract resuming August 26, most US mines will stay shut next week for a memorial holiday honoring mine disaster victims. UMW leader John L Lewis notified federal mediation that a dispute exists in the anthracite industry. Taft-Hartley requires 40 day notice before a strike and could trigger an 80 day government halt if a stoppage occurs.
In Moscow, French Ambassador Louis Joxe met with Joseph Stalin for the first time in over three years. The official notice offered little detail on topics discussed, and the French embassy declined to comment on the interview.
John W Kaistee formerly of West Columbus Avenue, now Avne in Jamestown, granted a two week continuance by Alderman M. Cobbett at the request of involved attorneys. The case concerns removal of goods after sheriff levy and hinges on a bankruptcy petition filed weeks ago with the federal referee. Represented by Je Wallante. opponents include Sugar Grove bank attorneys Walter Peakend and William Peiffer.
May move from battered tent to wooden house built by Reds as Koreans discuss armistice terms. Newsmen report a 24 by 18 foot pine plywood shelter on a concrete foundation at Panmunjom with diamond shaped windows. Chinese carpenters reportedly refused to answer questions as UN and Communist delegates prepare for a senior officers' staff meeting in the area.
Washington report from Voice of America says Stalin may replace about 60 senior Communist officials at the next party congress. The Central Committee and top diplomats note past purges and predict the leadership shakeup could affect Mosco w politics as Stalin’s era continues. A second item reports advertising executive William Robinson, 75, former manager at Tron and Steel Institute, died after a long illness.
Babson Park Massachusetts business figure criticizes readers’ view of sales as a career. He argues selling is vital to free enterprise and economy and cites a Fortune and a death of a salesman critique to urge revitalization of the profession. The piece notes postwar declines in experienced salespeople and the need to rebuild the field.
A major Bakersfield quake killed two people and injured 32, shattering buildings, buckling highways, and triggering a state of emergency. Los Angeles reported a separate tremor with no damage. Downtown sections were blocked as aftershocks continued. damage ran into millions.
In Bonn German Socialist leaders pledged at Schumacher's funeral to continue his push for a united Germany. They argued West Germany would not align with the West until the country itself achieved unity through political liberation of the eastern region. Services were held in the Federal Parliament chamber with no religious rite.
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