06 Dec 1954
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1954
Page
1
The item references taxes and city revenue actions under Pennsylvania authority. It mentions penalties for deductions and a period spanning 8 months, with figures around seven hundred five thousand dollars and partial years 1955 1956 1965. It cites the City Clerk and City Sanitor.
United States and 15 Korean War allies near agreement on a resolution to press for release of 11 U S airmen and other personnel held by Red China. A separate action seeks release of two American civilian Army employees Downey and Fecteau.
Walter Reuther, president of the CIO, warned at the CIO convention that postwar New Deal and Fair Deal legacies help the nation but only a big rise in consumer buying power through higher wages and more government spending can avert a low mood. He attacked Eisenhower’s administration for unemployment inaction and said unions and Democratic era social measures prevented economic collapse.
An eight hour mobile x-ray unit in Corry examined 601 residents on Saturday. The turnout averaged nearly 40 chests per hour with results to be mailed to individuals for follow up if any findings require further investigation.
Dr. Stephen Sheppard testified he did not name suspects in the murder case of his sister in law, acknowledging only that about four or five suspects were discussed. The trial opened into week eight amid a dispute over a radio broadcast reference by Walter Winchell described as outrageous by Judge Blythin, with jurors saying it would not affect their judgment.
Paris dispatch reports a charter flight operated by Compagnie Air-Laos crashed Saturday near Luang Prabang, Laos killing 29 of 99 aboard. The ill fated service was from Vientiane to Muong Sing via Nam Tha with 96 passengers and 3 crew members.
Vatican reports Pope Pius X shows gradual improvement while plans for the Marian Year celebrations proceed with a blessing broadcast from his sickbed. He remains critically ill with gastritis but spoke clearly and blessed the faithful from St. Peter’s Basilica.
The Marty trial opened in Erie County with 12 jurors 10 women and 2 men. District Attorney Damian McLaughlin pressed bribery charges against Al and Pete Marty and allies linked to Dyckes Cigar Store in Brie. Several defendants have pleaded guilty others await sentencing as Gary Carney fights to influence jurors.
Crews cleared the Pennsylvania Railroad main east west lines after two freight trains derailed near Morrisville and Pittshureh. One westbound track to reopen by afternoon, second by evening. two eastbound tracks uncertain due to clearing massive electric locomotives. One brakeman, Frank Browsloe of Philadelphia, injured. in fair condition at Chester County Hospital.
Charleston area bus workers plan meetings to press demands for a Christmas bonus equal to 6 percent of 1954 wages. Amalgamated Association leader Daniel V. Maroney Jr. cites Greyhound drivers excluded from bonus. A separate obituary notes the death of Bert A. Smith, 70, of 432 Wright Street.
Washington reports a renewed Senate probe into Communist infiltration of plants. Senator McCarthy planned hearings with unidentified witnesses to question, while his absence in Cincinnati sparked a political flap. McCarthy’s wife disputed the report as exaggerated as officials consider perjury charges and potential testimony from former undercover agent Herman Thomas.
The Pennsylvania plan to levy a tax on the federal income tax paid faces questions from a Harrisburg source. Democratic leaders back a one per cent state sales tax with an income tax and oppose a tax on gross receipts. The issue centers on constitutional limits and potential revenue from Pennsylvanians.
City officials consider publishing city wide assessment figures as December appeal deadlines loom. Mayor Furl Cherry backs the plan while critics warn of bias. property owners hope published data will clarify values and potential tax implications ahead of appeals due December 7.
Reported remarks from Ansocinted Trent at a Gr Blans rally show Stevenson urging Democrats to frame the 1956 contest around President Eisenhower's unpopularity. Paul Butler accuses the GOP of incapacity to govern while Stevenson warns the November election may hinge on Ike's declining support. He offers no firm nomination plans but signals ongoing political maneuvering. An OIL GAS AUTHORITY dies item follows.
Anxious wives seek advice on restraining husbands from taverns. Police advise the usual procedure and urge letter writing to warn involved parties. Officers remind residents to avoid serving the wives in question and to follow established local rules.
On East Columbus Avenue two cars collided causing 500 dollars in damage. Police said Grace Snyder of Flint, Michigan and Marlon Jagel, 45, of 217 Wort Pleasant, Michigan, drove the Boyd er car. Mrs Hobert Dowlt of Bloomfield Hill, Michigan, drove ahead and stopped. Jack Armitage Jagd, traveling west, said he did not see the other vehicle due to glare. Police noted the road was extremely slippery.
Fire at Pont ing farm house traps five children and injuries the mother as Reginald De Baxli, 30, and Maured, 48, survive. Names listed include Shirley 7, Don ald 6, Margaret 4, Jownne 3, Tegini 2, with Diane youngest. Fire occurred around 11 45 p m as family prepared for bed.
A large gathering at the Corry Lodge of Elka yesterday paid reverent tribute to 13 members who died in the past year. Judge Ramuel Rossiter of the Erie County courts delivered the keynote address at this annual December ceremony with Elmka lodges nationwide participating.
West Berlin voters delivered a one vote majority for the socialist party in the parliament runoff, promising a democratic coalition with Chancellor Adenauer’s Christian Democrats. The Reds and Nazi-influenced groups failed to win seats, while the Free Democrats also fell back.
Four elderly residents died in an early morning blaze at a rest home in Derwood near Washington. The Montgomery County coroner listed the dead as Sally Turpin 95 Kohler 82 Yates Duke 73 and Dorn Ward 66. The fire started in a sun porch converted from a solarium and was aided by gas heater on the sleeping porch. Volunteers battled flames amid freezing weather and heavy smoke as others were hospitalized.
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