15 Feb 1951
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1951
Page
1
A listing from 36084 shows a large red all-terter product by a candy company with Findley associated in the sale. The item appears in a local catalog entry, indicating availability and branding for the 36084 postal area.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions voting and formalities. Readable names or actions are unclear. Summary highlights a political or civic note but lacks complete details to identify entities, dates, or outcomes.
The House Ways and Means Committee signaled no quick spring tax increase. Republicans called the latest two package plan for funding military costs DOOMED while President Truman and Snyder urged swift action. Discussions focus on raising taxes by billions with hearings to shape a final approach before mid year.
Erie to Tucson flight carries Marshy to Indians camp where he joins rookies for drills ahead of March first appearance. The Corry native, strong in 1950 with California City in the Texas League, seeks a spot infield versatility noted by Manager Al Lopez as Todians seek holdovers from last year.
Distress relayed from the Swedish motor ship Christen Salen reports it has broken in two off the east coast of Japan. The position cited is near Tokyo, with winds up to 70 miles per hour. U S Marine Phoenix headed to aid, expected in six days.
Proposals for a Erie Somerset northward turnpike extension would run about 15 miles west of Corry and a straight line from Somerset to Erie. The plan needs financing and engineering study to gauge traffic and route practicality, with local chambers and leaders favoring a through freight corridor in 3 to 4 years at best.
National headquarters approved a reduced Red Cross quota of 10 10,130 for the 1951 campaign. Local retention stays at 9,000 with the balance to the optional organization. Special groups divisions would supply 90 percent, residential solicitation 45 percent, and rural solicitation 5 percent. Two workers burned in Pittsburgh explosions.
Washington reports two building controls take effect to conserve materials for defense. A licensing system for new commercial construction requires authorization by the National Production Authority with limits and exemptions, while a 80 percent down payment rule applies to non residential projects. Eighteen Commerce offices will process licenses. many building types are covered.
Feb 15 two children aged 7 and 20 months were saved from a burning trailer home by their mother Mrs Philip Johnson. The fire started likely from a turned off oil heater, destroying the trailer and contents. Firefighters arrived after the home had gained headway. Sugar Grove and local units aided with water. Estimated damage about 2000 dollars with no insurance. The family sought shelter at Mrs Johnsons parents home.
Leftist Labour MPs threaten to withdraw support as a no confidence motion looms in Parliament. The revolt centers on Attlee's domestic program and defense plans, with maverick members warning of abstention or withdrawal of party backing if demands are not met. The stakes include possible government resignation and a showdown that could redefine party unity.
The barometer at the No 2 fire station recorded 30.6 inches this morning the highest on record. Forecasters expect fair weather today with a high between 20 and 25 degrees and increasing cloudiness tonight with a low from 10 to 18. Friday brings more clouds with a light snow. The city’s cold snap saw a low of 11 degrees after yesterday’s high of 30 degrees.
Mr and Mrs Frank Van Tassel of East Frederick Street acquire a new Lakeland Florida motel on the Reviro highway near Daytona Beach. They plan to take over operations from L W Pressfer, bringing a 40 room hotel and five light housekeeping units plus a new home on the property. Van Tassel, formerly with Model Dairy Co and now a salesman for Martin Motor Sales, will manage the business.
Harrisburg report shows the Bucks for Bad Fund aims for 100000 with 27000 raised. funds come from diverse donors including a Philadelphia trust and a midstate GI veteran. A boy and an eight year old contribute as the drive grows.
A big gathering of civic leaders officials and railroad and PUC reps attended an informal hearing at Scott's Crossing two miles east of Corry to press for added protection at the Erie Railroad crossing. No action was taken but organizers expect further public hearings as the inquiry continues.
A caravan of trucks delivered 7000 gallons of clean drinking water to the river town today after a 12000 residents faced shortage. Firemen Bay Scouts and volunteers donated hundreds of man hours to support the water relief effort.
City tax notices go out with March deadlines and revised levy figures. Officials cite adjustments in personal property and real estate taxes, detailing payment timelines and new distribution plans. A new Tokyo command appointment is announced, promoting Maj Gen Haltwil FR and restructuring the division leadership.
Allied relief column smashed through a Chinese Red ring to reinforce American and French forces holding Chipyong area. Reported by Associated Press from Tokyo, the eight hour battle left heavy Chinese casualties and a hard push by United Nations troops to retake surrounding positions.
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