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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Dec 24, 1953

Page

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Classified Ad Bundle from Snyder Ch

Numerous small ads span used clothing, furniture, livestock, and household items. Listings include a fur coat, a 48 bust dress, a pocketbook, a five room apartment, and a 1 mile Findley listing. Also feature livestock such as Guernseys and a saddle horse with tack, mowers, DeLaval equipment, and GE appliances for sale or trade.

Niomas Paints Iel Monton Seoul Wui Ata Car Association Findley Business Tattle Guernseys

Americans miss news conference on Korea repatriation

Twenty two Americans who had refused repatriation failed to attend a news conference in the DMZ area. Three Koreans appeared denying reports of communist influence. The group faces a grace period with unclear final status as the U S Defense Department weighs open service, discharges, or desertion outcomes.

Tistesd Watkins Reap Mak Neutralizone Eves Washington Perlingon Tony A. Ziv

Indian Convict Sentenced to Death for Slaying Two Women

An Indian 22-year-old was convicted and sentenced to death for murdering two American women, Mrs. Strickler 69 and Mrs. Elizabeth 46, in Delhi area. A Indian servant in the Presbyterian mission received 14 years for involvement. Robbery is suspected as motive. The victims, both connected to the Presbyterian school, had traveled from the United States. The case involucrates the death sentence amid ongoing investigations.

Delhi India Dehradun H. K. Bak Mission Her- Strickler Bing Kan Elizabeth It Camélon Nf. J Seriout Tidia Strickler Presbyterian Mis

Me Christmas Issue Of Journal Tomorrow

The regular issue of The Journal will not be published tomorrow due to Christmas. Editors extend their best wishes for a Merry Christmas.

Journal Tomorrow Timas

U S Retains Control Over Pacific Ryukyus Says Dulles

Secretary Dulles states the United States will keep rights to most of the Ryukyus and Bonins, with only a small group near Ushima remaining under Japan. He warns abandoning Article 3 would betray allied effort and weaken Pacific defense, citing Okinawa as a key strategic base.

U.S Pacific Isles Washington Secretarsyat Stati Dulles United Stites Orin Staal Pertin Ryukyu Smail Tokyo Okinawa Pacific Japan United States Dulles

Wreck Causes Six Thousand Dollar Damage Three Cars Involved

Police report a pileup on Route 6 near Mill Village involving a tractor trailer owned by Hall M toy Truck Co. of Sunbury and two drivers Ed ward Woodward of Williamsport and Steve Lesh of Waterford. The tractor trailer struck a car, sending debris and causing 2100 in damage to the auto and significant losses to the trailer. Both drivers were unhurt as the wreck unfolded with the vehicles stopping after the collision.

Mill Village Tine Hall Matoy Trumk Co Sunbury Edward Woodward Williamsport Steve Lesh Waterford Dwi Woodward Aklel Jackkenityet Lesik Dier Hinelor Tralley Therolley Bade

Kicks Car Pleads Guilty to Disorderly Conduct

Allen J. Smith 19 of 228 Basex streets faced a disorderly conduct charge after kicking a passing driver’s car fender and denting it during an incident near the police barracks west of the city. He pleaded guilty, paid a $10 fine plus costs, and was released.

Allen J. Smith Basex Smith M.S. Cobbett Dely Im Feoute Furough

Jr Red Crossers Distribute Toys for Needy Youths

High School Junior Red Cross members collected toys over several days and repaired those in need before distributing them to numerous needy youngsters yesterday to brighten what might have been a bleak Christmas for families.

Jr. Red Crossers Junior Red Cross

Blood Shipments to Corry Hospital Slowed for 10 Days

Buffalo Red Cross blood center orders a temporary 10 day to two week pause on regular blood shipments to Corry Memorial Hospital and all Buffalo service hospitals due to a blood shortage. Donor levels have fallen about seven percent, daily processing drops from 80 pints to about 50. Emergency blood remains available via Meadville shipment, with administration charges explained. Corry’s next bloodmobile visit is January 21, following reduced donor turnout after the Korea armistice and holiday season.

Nashrowski Corry Memorial Hospital Buffalo Red Cross Wood Center Cmter Une Hospital Meadville Corry Focal Red Cross Korea Red Cross

Pope urges European unity in Christmas message

Pope Pius XII called for a continental union of European peoples to end differences in standards of living and production. He warned that modern age distractions threaten peace and urged Christian statesmen to promote peaceful union, noting the failure of conflict policies. The appeal followed Christmas greetings from the College of Cardinals and was broadcast worldwide via Vatican Radio.

Associated Press Vatican City Pius XII Christ College of Cardinals Vatican Radio

Shooting of Wave at NAS continues inquiry in Texas

Investigation into the accidental shooting at the Naval Air Station continues. Seaman Apprentice Helen Louise Ferry of Aliquippa, Pa., remained in serious condition at the Naval Hospital after Marine Cpl. George Manos reportedly handed his pistol to a fellow Marine who discharged it, striking Ferry in the right hip and lower abdomen.

Corpus Christi Tex Naval Air Station Marine Guard Helen Louise Ferry Aliquinpa Naval Hospital Navy George Manos Miss Ferry

Coty Succeeds Auriol As French President

The chaotic presidential transition ends in Versailles as Coty defeats multiple ballots to become France’s new head of state. The vote culminates in a historic eight mile palace ceremony amid weeks of unprecedented balloting and political maneuvering.

Coty Auriol Paris Flunte Ie yiir-Wu Gil Rawr Weny Wore Trey Gay Bern Vincent Aupil Jimmy Poe Coty Hist Billot

City Couple Near Death In Car Crash

Mr and Mrs 1 D Hayipin of West Pleasant Street were left with little more than a fifty fifty chance to survive after a crash near Youngsville. The car struck a bridge rail, plunged about 75 feet, and ended up on the railroad right of way between the Pennsylvania and New York Central lines. The husband suffered possible skull fracture and concussion. the wife had arm and leg injuries. They were raced to Warren General Hospital for emergency plasma transfusions while doctors awaited further examination. Mr Hayipin, a school custodian, and the couple were en route to Warren when the collision occurred.

D. Hayipin West Pleasant Street Youngsville Pennsylvania New York Central Ehvbek Haupin Sanior High School Warren

ILA Leading In NLRB Election Amid Ballot Challenges

NEW YORK The National Labor Relations Board reported a neck and neck election between the International Longshoremen's Association and a faction described as TSA AFL, with 21 248 voters across two days. Final outcome hinged on 4 405 challenged ballots as counts showed ILA ahead by 1492 votes. totals read 9 040 for Ye Old Union, 7 568 for TSA AFL, 05 for neither, 116 and 4405 in dispute, with sporadic waterfront clashes nearby and police restraining disturbances.

Ansuenicen New York National Labng Relations Board NLRB Independent International Longshoremen's Association Tla-Afi Old Ussion Tsaafl Union Brooklyn Stiten Tsland Charles T. Dowds Nlrb Regiinal

West Leads Guilty to Manslaughter Charge

Waynesburg jury finds Khatoa Poesy guilty of voluntary manslaughter in the October 2 shooting death of 11 year old Wayne Kirk Stoke manager Shares Cowell. Poesy, a bottling company employee, claimed he was rendezvous with his wife when the fatal event occurred.

West Khatoa Poesy Waynesburg Mul E. Fest Quilty M Man Fé Cowell Waynes Kurg

City marks long holiday weekend with government offices closed

The city observes a long holiday weekend with state and federal offices closed. Workers receive time off, and businesses adjust hours. Police report holiday traffic and planned special services for Christmas observances.

India Bytsle Garm Y Aida Sisin Police Danbine Mey Christ

Hope Fades for Erie Fishermen Missing at Lake

A Coast Guard search failed to locate three Erie fishermen Frank Rogala Puchard Rogala and Russell Smith after a plane and boats combed thrice rough Lake Erie weather. Rogala said he chartered a twin engine plane from Buffalo to assist in retrieving his brother and expected a pickup today. Local guardsmen reported hazardous conditions with limited visibility delaying searches and extending the uncertainty of the men’s fate.

Erie Lake Inrie Ue Coast Guard Thrine Frank Nd Puchard Rogala Russell Smith Dan Rogala Biffalo Waitn Jon Rogala Tietvernaen Esters

Identify Body Of Slain Airman

Police investigate the death of Joseph Golombek, a former college athlete and missing Air Force airman. An anonymous letter claims his body was buried near a shallow grave by the bay, with clues tied to Blon Colleges in North Girdling and initials J G found on the scene.

Prmunruts Yi Nuadtuesnye Loni Island Joseph Calomibel Air Force Screenul Yieting Police Tie Buen Burion Akonymons Trion Willy Joely South Bay Firth North Girdling J G Joseph Golombek Schoo Hat Yea Nad Buen Mstir

Beria and six others shot as spies by Russia

Reports from London say Lavrenti Beria and six associates were executed as spies by Soviet authorities. The incident follows alleged intelligence operations blamed on the group, with details remaining unclear amid wartime tensions. A separate news item notes a jet bomber crossing the Atlantic in record time, highlighting rapid air travel developments.

Beria Russia

France Warned by Eisenhower on European Policy

President Eisenhower warned France that the United States will reassess European policies unless the European Defence Community is established soon. He said the measure would proceed to present the case to the French people as part of a broader Western security plan through the alliance framework.

EDC Associated Presa Washington Presiden Ei noWel T Dulles Rene Cory Pir Silke

No Admissions To Hospital Here in War Wake Daily News

War era report notes admission suspensions yesterday as families await holiday safety. One hundred seventy-five persons including adults and children are affected. hospital aides plan measures and meals prepared for the day. Clarence Deyo of West Columbus dies after attack. Dayton Funeral Home handling arrangements with full obituary in Saturday’s Journal.

Corey Meiorlil Clarence Deyo West Columpus Awobue Dayton Funeral Home

Christmas observance expected to be joyful this year

Readers saw a mix of hopeful signs and conflicts as Christmas approaches. In the Middle East and Europe, cautious optimism grew amid political shifts and war fatigue. In Indochina, French Union troops clashed with Viet Minh while British forces protected Malaya and Kenya from insurgent threats.

America Order of the Cay Indochina Malaya Africa Kenya Colony Sik

Kremlin Treason Guilty Verdict Revealed After Secret Trial

Supreme Court declares high treason conviction in a case tied to Stalin era events. Held No. 2 Kremlin spot time of death cited, with execution announcement first disclosed. Trial previously conducted in secret, raising questions about transparency and political climate.

Supreme Court Kremlin Stalin

Soviet Beria executed and six aides shot in purge

The Soviet Union announced Lavrenty Beria and six secret police aides were executed by firing squad. The purge followed Beria’s fall from power and featured trials and denouncements across state media, with mass meetings demanding punishment for traitors and conspirators.

Associated Press Moscow Soviet Union Lavrenty P Beria Secret Police MWD George Maloukav Euveunilers Svested Mim Deno Wihd Abostile Coninintan OSH Badyy Wadiin Berin Sovier Press Bevin Tun S. Konioy Bony Et Adis Alow Bera Volod Morkulov Voh Dekanazov SwWlins Bert Georgi D. Z. Kobu—lov Goalidae Fulty Firt UY Meshtky Ukraine Girmirsky Inferrhel Affine Investlen Jons Obict

Escapees Hold In Cell Block 15 Riot Tale

Jackson Michigan report notes 13 escapees from a Southern Michigan prison broke loose on a Saturday night. Ten were recaptured by Sunday. others were placed in solitary. The piece references 1952 riot activity and Warden William Bannan facing administrative shakeups amid funding and staffing concerns.

Jackson Mich Ehim Todkry Hole Southern Richmond Tai Athens Gel Brooke William Bannan State Corrections Commission Hin Bannan Poweroage Corrections Commissiors Bannan

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