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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1953
Page
1
Incomplete text references a phone number and a property site near Leigh Street with unclear details. The readable parts mention real estate contact and paving at a Brown area, but most specifics are garbled and no clear event or parties emerge.
A partial, OCR style note hints at election related items and prizes in a municipal context. It references operating household electric and other prizes, with an uncertain February deadline and center timing. The fragment preserves named entities and dates as readable as possible.
Unable to determine a clear news item from the fragment. The readable text provides few named entities or concrete events to form a factual summary with proper entities and dates.
The Eisenhower administration rejects Democratic demands for a full accounting of U S backing for Nationalist raids on Red China. Sparkman questioned how much aid will be given Chiang Kai shek and if American forces will support raids, while U S plans for Formosa and potential war risks remain unclear. The debate centers on whether U S policy signals escalation or restraint in Far East tensions.
The article discusses Edward R. Dewey's cycle theory as applied to business, noting various cycles such as a 9–10 year cycle and an 18-year cycle, with focus on how industries may experience different timings. It references the idea that most readers see five main cycles and mentions periods of pronounced cycles every other year, alongside notes on real estate, wholesale pricing, and construction cycles. The piece ends indicating continuation on Page Three.
Mrs. Leilla Pransky of 224 East Churchy Street seeks a writ of habeas corpus from the County Court to clarify custody of her 10 year old son Donald Forbes. Through attorney Edward Petrilioff she says custody was awarded after a 10 year-old divorce from Arthur Forbes and that Marjorie Forbes and Gary Forbes in Union City hold the boy and deny access.
Three occupants escaped injury when a car skidded on ice and struck a utility pole along East Main Street at 10 a m. The pole was snapped at the base and moved four feet. Names listed: William Ly Moyer, Sumer Smal, and Richard Shroup. Police noted the damaged vehicle was driven away.
The Lie area and Corry Higin Spring Creek Columbus Wayne and Concord townships seek a 3.5 percent rate on bonds as buyers curb bids in a market where competition has dwindled. Authority members meet with Blair Rollins to price a 40 year issue. bids open March 10 12 16 and May 1 if needed.
Police identify the Bronx bakery truck holdup suspect as Stanley Pitch Cuski an escapee from Northumberland County Jail Pennsylvania. He allegedly fled the jail by climbing a window while awaiting trial on nine burglaries.
The district plans a tentative five mill tax increase for 1954-55 affecting Corry Aver Junior-Senior High area and neighboring districts. Officials note the higher levy will raise the tax bill by about ten dollars per thousand for a $2,000 assessment, though other revenue sources may offset some of the rise.
In the Port of New York strike, 3,000 tugboat crewmen and employers reported progress toward a settlement without government arbitration. ILA officials hint at near agreement, picketing postponed, while federal mediation seeks end to the strike.
Employment prospects in the Cor TY district look brighter, according to Hensley of the State Employment Service. Jobs, including permanent roles, are rising as December figures show increased initial applications and ongoing claims, with vocational testing and counseling aiding youths entering the labor market.
An estimated 2500 damage to the home of Mr and Mrs Floyd Smith of Town Lingrand one mile west of Beit Lake. Firefighters from Columbus and Sugar Grove fought the blaze yesterday afternoon after an overheated chimney ignited wood and coal. Most damage was to the frame dwelling, neighbors helped prevent total destruction, and the Willet home, formerly owned by George Hall, was partially insured.
A 19 year old Corry girl’s mother had complained about alleged adultery. The accused, identified as Allen, pleaded guilty in Erie County Court. He received a suspended sentence and was ordered to pay the costs. At the time of arrest, Allen and the local teenager resided in a summer cottage in New York state.
In Brussels U S Secretary of State John Foster Dulles surveyed Western European defense planning amid post flood and civil unrest regions. He planned to report to President Eisenhower and Congress on relief needs and unified continental defense steps, with stops in Rome Paris Bonn and Luxembourg before returning to Washington.
Amsterdam reports steady receding flood waters in the disaster regions as thousands toil to repair the riddled dikes. The three nation death toll climbs to 4,841 with 1,372 dead in the Netherlands alone, hardest on Goeree-Overflakkee. Refugees seek aid as crews, including Dutch and American volunteers, tackle the massive task amid shortages.
A tornado in Southeastern Louisiana yesterday killed three people and caused about 1 million dollars in property damage. The twister destroyed or damaged roughly 75 houses in Hammond, about 40 miles north of New Orleans, with Centerville, Albany, and Pumpkin Center also affected. Rain and storms stretched along the Atlantic coast from Northern Florida to the Carolinas, while another rainy area tracked along the Pacific coast from Northern California northward.
Farmers in the Carry and Columbus area may be asked to plant cucumber crops worth about 100000 to 125000 dollars per season. Walter Deutschlander of Columbus Milling Company says a pickle plant may set up a receiving station in Columbus to handle 200 to 250 acres. A Flyin representative will visit Columbus to discuss the plan if farmers show interest, with contracts to supply a share of the acreage. The plan hinges on sufficient local farmer participation.
The Mills Brothers Three Ring Circus will appear in Cony on Thursday May 14 under the Kiwanis Club charity fund. Two performances will be held at Biz Tp Io tie with advance ticket sales and a share of proceeds for the club. Needy youngsters may attend a matinee free as guests. The circus will begin its 1953 season with nearly 300 stars from 18 countries and trained animals including 40 elephants.
Merchants welcome Eisenhower’s price ceiling plan with relief and minimal impact. Dealers expect consumer prices to remain stable as all ceilings are lifted by April 30. A further decontrol package is anticipated next week.
The nation moves toward a freer economy with limited immediate changes in living costs. Merchants praise Eisenhower for lifting some price controls while warning remaining controls on essentials like bread and cosmetics.
The Corry chapter of the American Red Cross urged local aid to flood smoken areas in Western Europe. The national group has set aside 100000 for emergency supplies for Netherlands refugees. Contributions nationwide support Red Cross efforts, with funds sent to the Eastern Area office. In Paris, France approved the annual budget totaling 3,751,000,000 francs with a 415 to 05 vote.
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