Hoover commission urges sweeping changes at State Department
The Hoover Commission today urged a top to bottom overhaul of the State Department to remove flaws in handling foreign affairs. It asked for 22 recommendations, including expanding top staff, concentrating policy in the President, and creating a foreign affairs service with officers serving at home or abroad. The report criticizes current operations and outlines steps toward a more centralized, expert-led system while noting staffing cuts already made.
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Stocking Of 175000 Fish Planned In Several Counties
The Erie Crawford Venango and Warren counties will receive about 178000 trout from Corry Hatchery as part of a near term stocking program. Superintendent Merrill Site said operations will start after sea and run until just before the April 15 opener. The fish include brown and rainbow trout to boost depleted streams.
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Three youths escape as auto demolished west of Corry
State police report three youths escaped serious injury when a driver lost control near Corry. The vehicle overturned near Route and the car was completely wrecked. The youths Hayold Jackson 18 Day Ottaway 12 and Winfield J Scott were unhurt and gave a statement at the station. The driver’s name could not be confirmed. Estimated damage placed at $400.
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Chris Dallas Dies in Greece Owner of Washington Lunch
Confirmation of the death of Chris Dallas, owner and operator of the Washington Lunch and the Texas Lunch, came here today. Reports say he died of a heart stroke in Greece on February 11 while visiting relatives. Dallas, about 52, had long operated in Erie and built the Texas Lunch on West Street after the Washington Lunch burned near North Central. He had connections with Pappas in the Washington Lunch venture and left a brother Theodore Dallas.
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Military Pay Bill Before Congress Targets Uniformed Service Raises
The House Armed Services Committee questioned Defense Secretary Forrestal as Congress debates a pay bill raising active duty salaries across Army Air Force Navy Marines Coast Guard and other uniformed services. Increases average 14 percent, ranging from 3 to 38 percent for enlisted ranks and up to 48 percent for generals and admirals, with Army recruits and Navy booters excluded. The bill may cost about 400 million dollars per year, pending budget bureau approval. Also Postmaster General Donaldson asked Congress to raise postal rates to cover a 52600000 deficit.
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GE to resist granting another wage increase
General Electric plans to resist granting a further wage increase of about 400,000 dollars weekly to workers as talks with the United Electrical Radio and Machine Workers of America proceed. J R Boulware, GE vice president, says wage hikes are unlikely and that industry patterns could influence broader welfare and pay. The union seeks higher wages and benefits to push negotiations beyond April 1 while GE notes past increases averaged 14 cents hourly over three years.
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Curtis Dairy Adds Pasteurized Milk Service Near Columbus
Curtis Dairy, Elmy Jersey Farm operated by Carlton Curtis two miles east of Columbus since 1933, began pasteurized milk service for Corry and Columbus customers. New 34 foot building and glaze tile house added machinery including a pasteurizer and a surface coaler with sweet water system at a total improvement cost about 14 000 dollars. Curtis says four sons assist. herd of 97 purebred Jerseys, 60 milking to supply the processed milk. Treasury report shows Feb 17 budget receipts 171,211,870.48. expenditures 97,020,233.63. cash balance 5,549,439,84.40. total debt 289,633,116,320.68. day’s increase 8,289,186.
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Compromise Okayed by Israel cabinet on armistice plan
Reported from Tel Aviv that Israel and Egypt accepted the armistice in principle after a cabinet vote. The plan allows withdrawal of main military forces from the Western Negev frontier while keeping forces in the east Negev and Gaza strip under evolving terms.
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H B Maynard to Speak at Third Session of Industry Group
Harold B Maynard president of the Methods Engineer ing Society will be principal speaker at the third session to be held Wednesday at St Edwards Hall He is noted for work in metals engineering and industrial management with ties to Cornell University Westinghouse and Philadelphia electric.
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Clymer man burned by soda in sewer accident
Cornelius Neckers, 66, of Clymer RD 1, lies in critical condition at Corty Hospital after soda mixed with hot water splashed his face and arms when he turned on a hose at the Dairy Men’s League plant. An investigation suggested someone placed soda in the sewer, causing Neckers to be burned during the release. He was admitted and given emergency treatment. Another item reports Rufus Keller, 98, in Allentown, sentenced to die in the electric chair for the mutilation slaying of Mary Avalon, whose body was found November 12 in a waste-filled alley near the cemetery.
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Senators Plan Fight On Tax Program in UgarIaburg Debacle
A lengthy Associated Press dispatch reports Ugarialburg lawmakers debating the tax program fiercely. Key figures like Majority Leader and House allies voiced strong opposition, with forecasts of heated debate and possible amendments before Senate action. The piece mentions political maneuvering, potential party divisions, and a substantial $90,000 authority note amid broader fiscal wrangling.
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Cleveland Fire Probe Seeks Cause After Blaze
Associated Press report on a Cleveland basement fire on South Melwood Boulevard. Officials estimate damage around 4000 dollars with 1,000,000 in losses cited by some sources. Fire chief Frank Myers led lines, saying early investigation points away from arson and toward accidental cause.
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Italy Sees Widespread Strike Like Nationwide Disruption
A four hour strike crippled much of Italy, halting private industry and shipping. Government orders and pending legislation pressured companies to maintain essential workforce levels to keep operations economical while negotiations continue in parliament.
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Dr A G Davis Dies At Erie Hospital
Dr A G Davis respected Erie surgeon and former chief of orthopedics at Humot Hospital died after a brief illness. He helped pioneer treatments for spinal injuries and studied ultraviolet light therapy. Survived by widow and four children. Funeral Tuesday. Band leader Jimmy Dorstys wife burned in Toluca Lake fire. she is in St Josephs Hospital with burns to head neck and chest.
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Norway Joins Atlantic Pact
Oslo reports Norway will join the Atlantic Pact as Foreign Minister Malvarit M. Lane announces the decision. The move follows Western warnings and aligns Norway with pro Western policy. labor party approval at Lange conference supports the shift toward collective security.
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Pope Attacks Hungarian Reds With Public Sermon
In Vatican City on February 5, Pope Paul VI denounced Hungary's communist regime as oppressive and anti religious. He spoke to about 250,000 in St Peter’s Square, calling for religious freedom and condemning government interference in church affairs. The crowd included officials, society figures, and families with children as police protection and banners stood nearby.
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Baby Girl Granduncle Found Dead in Home
In Philadelphia on February 2 a 22 month old girl Virginia Fox and her four year old boarder Hugh Fox were found dead in a gas filled kitchen. The grandfather eloquently planned death by gas. Virginia was taken from her crib and placed near the stove before the man committed self harm.
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Europe security pact debated amid promises and doubts
The article reports on the North Atlantic security treaty and U S assurances, with lawmakers debating war commitments and continued military aid. It notes Norway’s parliament approving steps to join the Atlantic system and a Senate vote approving a 16 million dollar UN contribution for displaced peoples.
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