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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1953
Page
1
Lawmakers keep six day stalemate as Herrict and Auriot lead a crowded field yet neither side commits to a compromise candidate. The fruitless talks push a fresh vote to tomorrow with no clear winner in sight.
In Versailles France the French Parliament delayed voting to elect a new president amid a six day deadlock. Edouard Herriot and Vincent Auriol emerged as the main contenders amid interparty talks led by Andre le Troquer. Ballots showed Herriot leading on some rounds while Naegelen trailed. withdrawal rumors circulated as a compromise entry.
Police seek the thief who removed a Blue Spruce ornamental tree from the yard of Mr. and Mrs. Ton Dingle at 253 Ton Street last night. Officers note such trees are conspicuous and urge anyone with information to contact the police.
Five fishermen from Erie were reported missing after a night boat trip on Lake EHTE. Coast Guard cutters joined by a rackie-equipped vessel searched from Cleveland to Conneaut Arbor at daybreak, with Dan Rogale and his son among the missing crew.
Washington reports former envoy Arthur H. Dean urged to confront Communist stalling with resolve. He warned that Chinese strategists aim to split the United States from India and said even without a new summit there will be no renewed fighting in Korea. Dean spoke after a White House meeting with Eisenhower and talks with allied ambassadors.
Harrisburg officials opened bids for resurfacing 5.7 miles of highway in Huon City Union and Contard townships Erie County. The apparent low bid came from Western Pennsylvania Asphalt Paying Co of Erie for 9189 780. The project covers Route 79 from Union City toward Spartansburg and the borough toward Corry.
A house fire in Titusville last night killed 2 year old Bobby Prody as the blaze trapped him on the second floor. His mother Sandra Prody, 15, suffered burns while attempting to rescue him, and seven siblings escaped with only minor injuries. The fire began in the kitchen, possibly from a wood stove and a can of kerosene.
Norman Lyan, 22, of Union City, and Robert Edison, 23, of Bradford, pled guilty to false pretense and check charges in Erie County Court. Judge Samuel Rossiter sentenced them to 11 to 22 months in jail plus restitution and costs. The pair admitted forging and passing most checks, with several drawn by Edison. others passed in Cory, Spar tusburg, Elgin, Union City, Erie, and Waterford.
Rev. Harey Slawson Dunning 4 retired Presbyterian minister died yesterday at Sunset Haven Nursing Home. He served in Corry Oyster Bay and Montgomery and graduated from Princeton in 1894. Funeral will be in Middletown. He lived at the J. F. Austin Home on West Pleasant Street.
The board reports overdue pledges hindering the payoff of a debt for the Corey Memorial Hospital building. Despite prior appeals, several donors still owe amounts, including a portion of 34708 and others delaying payments. Directors urge those unable to pay to seek tax deductions and offer continued support to complete the project.
Snow and freezing temperatures crippled travel from the Dakotas to the Texas Panhandle. At least two deaths were linked to the weather, with trains and buses halted and school closures extended before Christmas vacation.
A shaft accident at McConnell Walterson Hardware Store yesterday killed Charles Shaffer 49 a father of seven of R D 4 Hitlanining He worked for the store and was fatally injured when an elevator mechanism malfunctioned Police stated the incident will be investigated and workers were urged to follow safety procedures.
The city council advanced an ordinance to raise license fees as part of a broader budget plan. Officials outlined projected revenue and debated amendments including posting requirements for new permits and possible 1984 spending impacts.
A deer caused two separate vehicle crashes south of Unis City on the Gexry Spartansburg road. Robert D. O’Conner reported $200 damage after his car was struck by the injured deer. Paul Gibson’s vehicle near Garland sustained $190 damage. The deer was killed and turned over to a Youngsville hospital.
Weather in Corry brought rain after a warm day with highs near 42 and a low around 38. About 0.25 inches of moisture melted snowfall to ease street department crews clearing remaining snow along Center Street.
Day of voting underway as dock workers decide which union to represent. Broad payroll and workplace terms discussed amid labor tensions and industry debate.
In Panmunjom Allied officials reported preparations to release unrepatriated prisoners as talks continued. General Hull said about 22,500 anti Communist prisoners may be freed under armistice terms, with rapid processing anticipated at the neutral zone.
Kathlewn Lint, 19, filed assault and battery and assault with intent to kill charges against George Kint Je, 24, of near DaWoon, accusing him of shooting. Je was jailed on a $2,500 bond after the complaint was preferred yesterday.
A barge explosion at Point Pleasant West Virginia killed eight people aboard the vessel named Union Burgze Line. The blast occurred near the dock as the barge was being moved, with several injured and others missing. Rescue efforts recovered bodies and searched the wreckage along the riverbank.
The National Labor Relations Board reversed a two year rule requiring employers to grant equal time to unions during working hours. The board says company premises are the proper place for employer views while unions should use their own halls. A new rule prohibits both sides from addressing workers on company premises within 24 hours of a planned NLRB election.
In Washington the U S Circuit Court of Appeals debated whether a former Air Force member can be tried for murdering a South Korean civilian. McGrath argued no civilian or court has jurisdiction to try a veteran under the new uniform code of military justice.
Lanter Mahaffey 22 and William J Loveday 20 of Cleveland and Knoxville will not appeal life terms for their roles in the fatal shooting of David Fawber a service station attendant near a Tennessee cabin. George D Smith 25 was convicted of flagrant murder. the jury recommended life imprisonment for him.
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