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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Dec 29, 1953

Page

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Auction of Cattle and Household Goods Near Hoxie

A one mile auction near Hoxie offers 26 5 cattle including Guernsey calves spring cows and saddle pony. Household items include electric appliances ge roaster heater washer buckets and a kitchen refrigerator. Listed items feature tractors mower rake carts and farm supplies. Auctioneer is Josh Harry Mott and contact is Dr Shreve.

Findley Guernsey Ilkens Piank Scouten Wes Josh Harry Mott Street Huhf Aldes Shreve

GOP Senate Chieftains Issue Return-To-Work Notice For January 5

Republican Senate leaders announce a return to work on January 5 the day before Congress convenes and praise President Eisenhower for seeking Democratic cooperation. Senate GOP Policy Committee chair Knowland previews a January 5 meeting and invites Democrats to hear parts of the legislative program.

GOP Senate Chieftains Associated Press Washington Senate Congress Eisenhower Sen Knowland California Republican Policy Committee White House Petetson Mich Tommy Ketanyer Dten

Railroad President Signals 6000 Job Cuts Across Regions

Baltimore and Ohio Railroad plans layoffs of 6000 employees, about 11 percent of the workforce, due to a decline in business and a dim 1954 outlook. The cuts will be statewide across 19 states from New York to Chicago, effective at week end, and reflect a slower freight and overall demand. Howard E. Simpson, B&O president, cited reduced freight traffic as the primary cause and indicated the downturn is not seasonal.

Associated Press Baltimore Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Ba&o New York Washington Chicago St. Louis Howard E. Simpson

Employees Receive Service Pins at Jamestown Mfg Plant

Approximately Sue Corry Jamestown Mfg Corp workers were honored in Plant No 1 assembly hall. Management awarded service pins for 5 10 15 20 years while 25 year veterans kept theirs for a dinner held two weeks ago.

Rusuyie Sue Corry Jamestown Mfg. Corp Yestargy

Rhee Urges End To Futile Talks With Communists

South Korean leader Syngman Rhee urged an end to what he called futile talks with communists. He spoke to rally supporters, insisting on pursuing decisive action and a forceful stance to defend South Korea and push back at North Korean aggression.

Rhee

Hershey denies Solon charge over draft use in Virginia

Major General TaVid B. Hershey rejects Rep. Burr Warvison’s accusation that draft machinery in Virginia aims to curb farm production. Harrison reports Hershey disagrees with the Virginia draft director and notes a circular discouraging deferments for essential farm workers could shift boards toward agricultural policy.

Associated Press Washington TaVid B. Hershey Burr P. Warvison Virginia Harrion Hershey Selective Service

Seek Bids On Local Mail Run For Corry Oil City

Post Office Department seeks bids for a daily mail run between Corry and Oil City. The new contract runs Feb 1 to Jun 30, 1957, managed by Donald Hull of Townville. Bids due January 14. details from postal authorities.

Corry Oil City Post Office Whiiten Donald Hull

Prison system reorganization moves forward in Pennsylvania

Harrisburg moves to overhaul state prisons as Rockview and Graterford are separated from Western and Eastern State—creating two independent classification centers under Commissioner of Correction Artin T. Price. The change follows the Devers committee report and gains early approval from the 1954 General Assembly.

Associated Press Harrisburg Pennsylvania John S. Tiie Rockviaw Graterford Easter Devers General Assembly Artin T. Prise Jacob L. Devers Ghd Witt Welfare Department Justice Department Aubin Prasse Pennnsylvania Pennsylvania Industries School White Hill Rackview Graterfords Frederick Baldl Philadelphia ¢Ia Ab Fockineyg Erstern Western Gratel We Hew Eastern Westar Kenneth Taylor Weuliten Taylor Stjilo Prayetioientst Western Sia Punter White Ham Muncy

Local man fined fifty dollars for drunken disorderly conduct

William Klasen of Corry pleaded guilty before Police Magistrate M. Cobbett to drunken and disorderly conduct after a May morning disturbance on East Main Street. He paid a $50 fine plus costs, restitution for a broken window, and was held briefly before revealing details at the hearing.

William Klasen R.D Corry Ale Cobbett Klasch Jclly East Main Street Sinsch Wayne Skinner South Center Street Iby Rumio City Hall Winsch

Council Reads 1954 Budget In Brief Tonight

The city council meets at 7:30 pm to approve the 1954 budget raising the per capita tax and property rate. Officials-elect Earl J. Cherry and Charles Thorpiton will take oaths in a separate session next Monday, replacing long‑serving mayor J. Feed Kinley and finance chief S. Walter Sweet.

Counechman Charles Thotfipeton J. Feed Kinley Walter Sweet Mayo

Inquest Set in Corryite Death

An inquest into Corryite’s death was scheduled by Warren County coroner Ed Lowrey for 805 West Pleasant Street. The victims, Mr and Mrs Haupin, died after their car plunged from a bridge rail into a railway right of way near Yolingsville. Jury members listed include Manley Overturf, Richart Yeauolo, W Park, Charles Musante, Calvin Rossman, and Homer Pisree. No inquest time was set. Mrs Haupin remains in critical condition at Warren General Hospital.

West Pleasant Street Ed Lowrey Warren General Hospital Arvind Sym Witiel Yolingsville Manley Richart Yeaulo W. Park Charles Musante Calvin Rossman Homer Pisree Heefennveey Althoust

Dulles Warns Reds of Possible Direct U S Retaliation

Secretary of State Dulles warned that the United States may retaliate directly if Communist China intervenes in Korea or Indochina. He stressed that while troop numbers may fall, the US and its French allies will rely on new weapons and allied forces to counter any renewed aggression, and he downplayed threats to Thailand.

Associated Press Washington Dulles U. S China Indochina Korea Eisenhower Laos

Economists See Mild Recession Through 1954

Washington economists project a mild 1954 recession with a roughly five percent drop in production. They anticipate benefits from the tax cut and inflation relief measures, while warning a longer downturn would require renewed policy actions. Analysts note mixed signals about whether the weakness will extend beyond a few months into a broader downturn.

Russians Free Two Americans in Berlin

Two Americans, Homer F. Cox of Tulsa Oklahoma and Telahe Towers of Piney, were released by Soviet authorities in Berlin after being held since September 29 1940. Army officials said both appeared physically sound aside from barbering, and investigations continue. A second item notes Judge Gustav K Schramm begins his third term as president judge of Allegheny County Juvenile Court.

Associated Press Berlin U. S Army Sievetili Pmt Homer FL Cox Tulsa Okls Telahe Towers Piney Seaman Cox Wilhi Amerinimn U. S. Star Department Moscow Plekvid Savien Enalshorst Paket Tone Cox Towers Wudge THING Tor Pittsburgh Oustay K. Schramm Allegheny Country

Forest fires flare as 1000 plus men fight twin blazes

Dozens of crews battled two major forest fires near Mt Baldy as flames forced evacuations and closed areas across Paymeena and San Pitzo. Officials reported the Mt Baldy blaze controlled though crews remained on scene. Evacuations affected about 2,500 people and surrounding communities faced evacuation advisories.

Los Angeles Steeles Forest Service Ari Baldy Wilson Ontakirii Monrovin Hit Paymeena

Avro Superior Mite Plant To Close For Inventory

Aerols closed for inventory this week at Avro Superior Mite Co. The plant will shut Thursday night due to New Year’s holiday with about 80 percent of workers assigned to inventory duties. A new schedule will begin Monday morning.

Avro Sup Hy Mite New Fear

Replacement of 10000 US airmen in Europe with civilians planned

In Wiesbaden Germany an Air Force plan outlines replacing 10,000 American airmen in Europe with 6,611 civilians. The move aims to free about 36 million dollars for activations at new Air Force wings in the United States, with a similar program reportedly to be carried out in the Far East.

Civicians

Army Plans to Weed Out Incompetent Enlistees

An Army spokesman said the force will remove incompetent soldiers as part of enforcing standards and ensuring readiness. Most drafted men who fail basic tests will be discharged honorably and eligible for veterans benefits, while others may be kept for further training or separation as needed.

Army Associated Press Wamtington bNert Hig Dimen Iyi Veterans Benefit

Boy, 8, Drowns in Nearby Lake

Eight year old James Brew of West English Street drowned while playing near a lake after the ice gave way on the edge of a fence and a branch, with bystander Tichnet Horn, 14, summoning aid. Police and Fire Department responders attempted rescue with grappling hooks. the boy was transported to Jamestown General Hospital where he died. Coroner Frederick Mattison issued a certificate of accidental death by drowning.

Jamespown Alley Vesta Une Lee Jones and Gifford Avenue Jamestowry General Hospital Ind Nathsnlet L Baron Frederick Mattison Falconer

Coal operator dies at 84 in Pennsylvania fields

George Baton, a renowned mining engineer and coal consultant, died after a brief illness at age 84. He chaired Greensburg Connellsville Coal and Coke Co and Eston Coal Co, overseeing five Pennsylvania mines and partnerships with George Eaton and Co of Ohio.

Pittsburgh George Baton Greensburg- Connellsville Coal and Coke Co Eston Coal Co Pennsylvania Vir Ohio Heeles Eaton and Co

Minority Report Blames Reds For Stalling Tactics

In a terse briefing, South Korea's foreign minister denounced India for backing a report that accuses Communist forces of delaying prisoner interviews. The document, produced by Sweden and Switzerland, says North Korean and Chinese prisoners faced long delays, sometimes hours, during interrogations.

South Korea India Pyul Yue ‘Tal Forlani Losal Pyins Aitack Chunchetinyy Saaiyket Thadia Poland Czechoslovakia Heoreh Kou Korea Gid Vetyn Bo Sweden Switzerland Colverente

Gasco Rate Hike Approved by Power Commission

The Power Commission approved a $1,804,800 rate increase for gas customers in New York, Pennsylvania, and Ohio set to take effect December 1. The plan allows refunds for differences between interim and final rates, with bonding to cover discrepancies from April to December. The increase impacts firms including Pennsylvania Gas Company and related utilities serving Oil City and nearby areas.

Emlenton Merter Gas Dishant Fuel Go Merter AniWer Gay Co Andover Ohio FPG Erejiee Annie

New Year's Baby Gifts Highlight Local Merchants

Corry welcomes the first baby born in 1984 with gifts donated by Avenue merchants. An assortment of items including a sweater, cap, booties, books, a blanket, and a camera are on display at He’s Grocery Store.

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