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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Aug 25, 1954

Page

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Hope Fades For Okay Of EDC Treaty

Paris reports show Premier Mendes France defers to the National Assembly on the European Defense Community pact. Dulles and backers held hope France might still ratify, but cabinet decisions signaled opposition. France fears losing sovereignty and a unified army amid German rearmament concerns, risking the treaty's fate.

Associated Press Paris Pierre Mendes - France National Assembly U. S State Dulles European Defense Community Besis West Germany Netherlands Belgium Luxembourg France Italy West End Brussels Mendes-Prance EDC Uness Assembly

Auto wreck on Corry-Spartansburg road injures no one

Damage to two cars estimated at 800 dollars. Richard A. Jones 19 Spartansburg and Patricia L. Ohm drive rear colliding after Ohm turns left onto a driveway. Police say Jones was likely speeding for conditions. no injuries. Jones' car damage set at 3500 and Ohm's 300.

Corry Spartansburg Richard A. Jones FD. 3 Patricia L. Ohm Miss Ohm Jones Ohm Conditons Ohrn

Hyenas and Wolves Feasting on Children in Utter Pradash

New Delhi reports hyenas and wolves roaming hills and ravines in Uttar Pradesh state, devouring 29 children since the start of April. Tribal communities flee mangoon rains toward highbends as feeding grounds shrink along the Nepal border.

New Delhi

Spud Festival Dinner Opens Corry Potatoes Event

About 160 residents attended the Potato Festival dinner in Corry with keynote by William Gordon of Penn State on community interdependence. The event featured toastmaster E. Anderson, Mayor Earl T. Cherry, 10 Potato Festival Queen candidates, religious speakers, and a program at the VFW Post with music by Mrs. George Aldrich. Afterward attendees moved to the Fourth Ward carnival area where a prize drawing was delayed due to near evening rain. The Queen coronation is scheduled for this evening at 1 p.m. on the festival grounds with judges.

William Gordon Pennsylvania State University E. Anderson Earl T. Cherry L. B VFW Betts Catering Service George Aldrich Fourth Ward Rex Moyle House

Revision sought for laws curbing Communists in Congress

Washington report notes Rep Jackson proposes a thorough revision of the Communist control laws now on the books after Eisenhower signed the new measure. He argues the bill may need extensive changes by a future Congress while enforcement implications remain to be studied amid opposition and administration assurances. In Detroit, Frank Stranahan defeats Murvie Ward to reach the quarterfinals of the 54th Nations Amateur Golf Championship.

Associated Press Washington En. Jackson D-Wash Ith Congress Eisenhower Communist Party Jackson Congress Detroit Frank Stranahan Toledo Meeteh Rurvie Ward San Frances

SEC Drops Charges Against Cleveland Firm

Washington The Securities and Exchange Commission dismissed proceedings against Gls Co after Otis Co and others withdrew support for LK-F stock issue. No shares were issued. funds were returned. The commission found no antifraud violation in the alleged collusive suit intended to avoid underwriting duties.

Isyawocmvea Washington Securities, and Exchange Commission Gls Co Kalsey ~Fraver | Corp Olis & Co Cleveland Ols & Co James F. Masterson Philadelphia and &F Automobile Company Masterson Otis

Woman Fined After Drunkenness Plea in Erie County

Mrs Martha Celestia Comes 32 of Framidin Ohio was fined 35 and costs after pleading guilty to drunkenness. Detained after being found lying on railroad tracks near the Traction building about 2 30 am. She could not pay the fine. She had recently visited from Spartansburg.

Martha Celestia Comes R. D Framidin, O Erie County Comes Traction

Oil City Polio Fatality Ties To Canada

An Oil City eight year old girl, Linda Price, daughter of Eugene Price, died of polio while touring Canada with her grandparents. Her brother Ricky Christian, aged three, and another sibling Charles Price, aged five, in Oil City Hospital also show polio symptoms. Authorities believe Linda contracted polio from Ricky, who is hospitalized in stable condition. Police in Oil City connected Linda’s death to the Canadian trip after relatives attempted to warn Chief Joslin of Canada.

Oil City Canada Ol City Linda Price Anglers Eugene Price Plummer Street Jnst Pollo OM City L. Joslin Donald Joslin Janice Price Ricky Christian Lakewood Ricky Cleveland J. Charles Price Deslins Joslin Linda

Guardsmen Continue Intensive Summer Training

INDIANTOWN PA National Guardsmen today continued the intensive summer training routine praised by high Army officials. Members of the unit pushed through drills and exercises as part of their ongoing readiness program.

Indiantown Pennsylva Nia Army

Mitchell to Testify on TVA Power Pact Hearing

Democratic Chairman Stephen A. Mitchell will testify September 2 before Rep. W Sterling Cole's committee on the controversial private power contract linked to the Tennessee Valley Authority. Cole invited Mitchell to present any evidence of malfeasance or impropriety, while Mitchell warned against prejudgment and pledged to attend.

Dem Rep Cole Associated Press Washington Stephen A. Mitchell Congress Tennessee Valley W. Sterling Cole Senate House Atomic Energy Committee Mitchell Eisenhower AEC Tennessee Valley Authority Memphia Tenn TVA Uitn Padu Ean Ky

Eastland Renominated In Mississippi Democratic Primary

Senator Eastland won renomination by about 80 thousand votes in Mississippi. He defeated Lt. Gov. Carroll Gartin as the Democratic candidate with 131,789 to 74,474 with 1601 of 1408 precincts reported. Republican James White of Durant was nominated to oppose Eastland in November.

Wit H Benator James Eastland Mississippi Carroll Gurtis Gartin James White Durant

Niagara Falls Named Site of World Scout Jamboree

Ambrtlated Rover Linz Kuntria Wingsra Falls Canada was chosen by Gen Dan Gary director of the International Bureau of the World Scout Movement to host next year's world jamboree of the Soy Scouts. The gathering is scheduled for August 13 28 and will be followed by a general assembly of Scout leaders.

Niagara Falls Rover Linz Kuntria Wingsra Falls Canada Dan Gary International Bureau of the World Scout Movement Teudera

Pay Increases and Incentive Plan Tangle at Aero

The Aero plant faces contract talks with a union over pay increases and an incentive system. Brewitt Long of Aero-Gram cites demands totaling 35 to 40 cents per hour, nearly half a million dollars, and highlights major negotiation points beyond pay, including holiday pay, vacations, seniority, grievance procedures, night shift pay, insurance, and a company-funded pension. The union has red ballots indicating push to end the incentive method, and negotiations have moved to a final proposal stage before a vote by union members.

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Four area youths held in Joliet break in case

Joliet authorities detained James Anthony Richard Proctor Mark Proctor and Donald Van derhoff after a reported break in near Joliet. Police questioned them about ownership of a car found at the scene with New York State plates. Investigators questioned whether the incident was mislocated or unreported by the owner. A second note reports a car crash near Route 827 in Weat Mifflin Borough that killed William Merriweather, 27, and injured driver Vellale Zefferson, 24, who is listed in satisfactory condition.

Blate Corry Mul-Statio Natore Riceville Tarna Joliet, Ti James Anthony Richard and Mark Proctor Donald Vanderhoff Centerville Joliet Mokessport Utility Weat Mifflin Willian Merriweather Vellale Zefferson Port Mefeesport Hospital

City Schools Opening May Be Postponed

Superintendent LM Douging confirmed rumors that Corry public schools may not open September 6 due to delays at the new Corry Area High School. The library may not be complete, jeopardizing a September 6 start. a study hall would need library space, and gym classes would be affected. A joint committee meeting is planned, with a possible calendar revision to September 13 if delays persist.

LM. Douging Uiis Corry Inter

Brazil Torn by Riots After Vargas Death

Rioting and anti American demonstrations erupt in Rio de Janeiro and across Brazil after Getulio Vargas dies by self-inflicted wound. U S diplomatic buildings firms and newspapers linked to Vargas targeted as crowds clash with police. Rio embassy windows shattered and consulates damaged while mourning eight days declared nationwide.

Associated Press Rio DE Janeiro Brasil Bracil Brazil Getulio Vargas Air Ministry U. S Vargas Clarlog Asociados Porto Alegre Atlantic UF. 8 Belo Horizonte Porto Alegré United States Germany coumtemaTam Joao Cafe Filho Vargna Sao Borja Rio Grande Do Sol Brazl

Driver Hits Pole Avoiding Youth on West Pleasant

West Pleasant street saw a driver hit a utility pole after swerving to avoid a youth riding a bicycle into the street. Randall Sherwood, 19, of 223 Northwent street, was driving a car owned by his brother Twin Sherwood when John Norton, 1339 West Main street, rode from the sidewalk into the path of the car near Third avenue. Sherwood swerved left, skidded 46 feet, and the left front of the car sustained $76 in damage, according to city police.

Suas West Pleasant Street Hin City Randall Sherwood Northwent Street Win Sherwood Pleasant Street Third Avenue John Norton West Main Street Sherwood

Mercury Reaches 90 Before Storm Hits Area

The official thermometer touched 90 for the first time in weeks before a late day storm. A 0.3 inch rainfall soaked the area, easing humidity. Lightning lit skies as storms moved through Spring Creek and East Branch, causing localized damage including a fallen maple knocking out West Spring Creek phone service until morning. A wind gust damaged a garage and wall at a Corry home. Farmers welcomed the scarce August rain. More cooling and showers expected tonight and tomorrow.

Weath Ayred Unie George Mulderjek Spring Creek West Spring

Cleveland Union Official Beaten to Death

A 36-year-old CIO United Auto Workers Local 515 vice president was dragged from his car by a club wielding assailant and beaten to death near his Cleveland home. The slain man was Raymond Welr ouch, a union leader. In York, Pennsylvania, Pennsylvanian State Camp Patriotic Order Bona of America installed officers at the close of its 88th annual meeting with George B. Henlzelman presiding.

Cleveland Raymond Welrouch CIO United Auto Worksrn Local 515 von Fireman Stoker Co York, Ps Pennsylvania Patriotic Order Bona of America George B. Henlzelman Berwick Pew

McCarthy Defense Plans Remain Unclear in Censure Probe

Senator McCarthy’s defense strategy for a Senate censure inquiry remains uncertain as a six member committee plans hearings beginning August 31. The panel may call few witnesses, focusing on five key charge categories out of 46. Chairman Watkins says the panel retains flexibility to expand or adjust charges and witnesses as needed.

Associated Press Washington Sen. McCarthy Tor Gay Senate Bo Tar McCarthy Watkins Flanders Fulbright Morse Watkin McCarthy Moree

U. S. Fleet Defends Formosa Against Red Invasion

A Tokyo military source says the United States will back the Seventh Fleet with all available strength to back Formosa. The source warns the Communists would face a terrible defeat if they attack Formosa, aided by forces in position around 30 and the Seventh Fleet, a stance Eisenhower recently reaffirmed.

Tokyo United States Tth Formosa Fortora 7Th Fleet Eisenhower

Nation to start atomic power plant at Shippingport

President Eisenhower signals September 6 for the first U S atomic power plant at Shippingport Pennsylvania 1507 miles away and a five minute radio talk on the topic is planned Duquesne Light Co will build the plant for the federal government Westinghouse Electric Corp awarded reactor contracts Beaver County plant expected to operate by mid 1954 supplying electricity for homes and industry Five more health department checks totaling 208 are mailed for sewage treatment work in Harrisburg

WEN Ver Frealdent Eiennox Shippingport Eisenhower Duquesne Light Co Beaver ‘County Westinghouse Electric Corp

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