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03 Feb 1951
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 03, 1951
Page
1
Partial readable text reveals a damaged snippet likely from a local page. No clear event, names, or places emerge to identify the topic or outcome.
A damaged OCR fragment references an estate and trust matter with mentions of a county and indebtedness. It preserves few readable names or concrete actions but hints at a legal or administrative proceeding related to property and obligations. The text is incomplete and lacks clear dates or parties.
Foreign Minister accuses the United States of supporting wartime resistance in Anyang sector as fighting continues along the western front. Chinese officials demand UN good offices and condemn foreign interference.
Allied forces pressed toward Seoul as U N troops closed within seven miles of the bombed capital. Army official Earl D. Johnson described troops within that range southwest of Seoul with reports of Chinese barriers along the line. Beijing accused the United States and its allies of stoking war while UN forces pushed to widen the break toward the Han River. A task force broke through road blocks and fought Chinese dugouts while Turkish and Puerto Rican units engaged near Suwon and north of Tchon in a rugged frontline grind.
Frigid conditions sweep across the region as cities report ten below zero and suburbs hit deeper readings. Motorists stranded, buses and trains delayed, and heating struggles reported while state crews treat roads for an impending thaw. Interstate travel warned to proceed with caution as officials project continued below freezing. Local readings include minus ten at No. 2 fire station and minus twenty six in Spring Creek area. other towns register minus 11 to minus 17.
Washington reports a National Production Authority action halts aluminum use in over 200 non defense goods effective April 1. Items range from rock salt shakers to auto hardware and window blinds, with non essential rubber use also restricted and a 2 percent cut planned for new civilian rubber in February and March.
House Appropriations Chairmen and Senate Finance leaders call President Truman's tax plan insufficient to cover defense and deficit. They note current tax receipts at about 35.0 billion with an expected 6.5 billion addition and warn costs exceed pay-as-you-go capacity. Senators hint only deep spending cuts could avoid a second tax measure.
The council will meet Monday night to open bids for a new police cruiser and a new truck for the Street Department. No bids had arrived yet though specs were circulated. officials expect bids Monday before the meeting. They also plan to dispose of the old police car and street scraper.
Three of four candidates who took mental and physical tests to join the Corry police force passed, per a reprint by the Cory Civil Service Commission to Mayor J. Fred Iin- Jey. Passers were Roberto Keppel, Glenn Hawley, and Lyle Grimes. The mayor noted the department is understaffed awaiting new appointments. Also announced, Dr. S. M. English was named medical and surgical director of the Baltimore and Ohio system, replacing ill retiree Dr. Fuller Nalco.
Washington, Feb 3. Babson cautions potential draftees against reckless moves as wartime panic subsides. He notes station sales fell to a quarter of 1940 values and warns against quitting jobs or selling real estate. He argues modern conditions differ, urging focus on plans and education rather than abrupt life changes.
A chaotic public safety incident at Erie involved a black individual causing fatal harm to one person and injuring three others. The New York Associated Press report details a violent scene with bystanders, police response, and ongoing investigation.
Washington reports that the Wage Stabilization Board approved merit and length of service hikes for mill workers and promotions. It also endorsed premium payments for transfers and a limited rise in soft coal and anthracite prices. The interim policy aims to ease labor and production strains while a broader formula is developed.
Corry merchants announce a two day Dollar Day sale planned for next Friday and Saturday during a February event. Invitations were sent to retailers with a noon deadline for participation and eight had signed on by this morning.
President Truman dedicates a 200 seat Chapel of the Four Chaplains at the Army hospital in Philadelphia on the eighth anniversary of the Dorchester sinking. He will speak with Secretary Marshall present and depart by motorcade. The ceremony honors the Catholic Protestant and Jewish chaplains who died at sea while aiding soldiers.
The Merchants 10 name officers for the Corry County Merchants Club at a meeting set for Thursday evening at the Phoenix Hotel. Everett Johnson and Hugh Barnet are nominees for president with Rory Benet and Alverna Himvod for vice president. Mrs. B D Humphrey and Mrs Melyin Sheamting seek secretary. Additional nominations may be submitted by petition signed by at least a majority of members. All members are urged to attend the 6 15 p.m. meeting.
Erie Railroad passengers faced delays of two to four hours due to a wreck at Ravenna Ohio and severe winter weather. Train No. 2 from Chicago to New York arrived over four hours late. a heavy freight wreck, with 28 cars, caused most of the hold up. Train No. 5 from New York arrived about 10:30 am with a delay over two and a half hours caused mainly by subzero cold.
The Associated Press notes House resistance to ALCOA and major aluminum sales, citing concerns over prices and government policy. Wilson, Rep. Celler, and others question funding and market controls as ALCOA and rivals Kaiser and Reynolds are discussed amid potential big three supply constraints and long term impact on aluminum shipments.
State Police report show 32 motor arrests in the winter period, with 82 total violations and arrests in the district last month. Six officers patrolled 9,184 miles across local highways, investigating 14 accidents resulting in nine injuries. One wreck caused a trailer and cargo loss valued at 1.545 million dollars. Two stolen cars were recovered and 874 requests for information answered.
Rail strike disruptions spread from Corry to major cities delaying shipments of gloves and other military supplies. Officials reported embargoes on holiday mailings and near total stoppage of transport, with thousands idle across steel and related industries. The Associated Press noted White House signals and looming court actions as the strike intensified nationwide.
Pittsburgh man George Knoechel 28 will undergo a truth serum test after claims of witnessing a fatal shooting near Ft Belvoir Virginia. The case ties Knoechel’s testimony to Paul Woulds 26 and a prison stay involving Theodore.
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