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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1951
Page
2
The 181st Congress ends amid demand for huge civilian defense funding and foreign policy clashes as lawmakers race to finish remaining must-pass items. Debates persist over Truman’s wartime powers, with Alaska and Hawaii shares stalled and a defense appropriation growing to about 20 billion dollars.
Donald Smith and Robert Shige Jr led the junior division in a local Y train race event held Saturday afternoon under YMTA sponsorship. Smith won decisively in a runoff over Rengle Inn with an oil derrick and operating station setup. Proctor placed second in the senior division, while Mountain and Osi earned third in their class. Judges included Mayor Kinley and Schools Superintendent Douglas with officials and assistants supervising.
A Union City mother died in a New Year morning fire started when her husband poured kerosene on a stove to heat it faster after a New Year celebration. Doris Avner, 90, sustained third degree burns to the face arms and rose as the blaze gutted a nine room frame home. Firefighters battled the flames with 30 volunteers and were aided by the fire department from Tulon City. The apartment’s asbestos walls withstood the interior destruction, but the house was reduced to a shell.
Council approves an increase in monthly garbage charges from 10 to 11 dollars with a 10 percent discount for prompt pay. Berkhous cites unpaid bills and weather as causes, predicting an $8,000 yearly revenue increase to fund new collectors. He vows improved service and reduced late payments through stricter collection.
A garage fire at the rear of the Clarence Wallace residence on West Pleasant Street caused extensive damage. Firemen extinguished the blaze by booster lines. a refuse container and yard debris contributed to the fire. Insurance reportedly covers losses. Also noted was a $200 009000 defence spending bill presented to Congress and sent to the President.
Corry resident Cpl. Neckers, 22, who served in World War II and re enlisted before Korea, was overseas with the Second Division in August. He has been missing since November 30 as Chinese forces began a major counterattack, with his parents Mr and Mrs George Neckers of Corry informed. Neckers was employed at Corry Jamestown and Ajax plants between wars.
United States efforts to secure UN sanctions against Peiping escalate after Chinese Communist offensives in Korea. Delegates Gross Rau and Fawzi Bey discuss diplomatic, economic, and military options with Britain, France, India, and Egypt as Washington presses for sanctions if the Chinese drive continues.
Harrisburg dated dispatch notes Gov. James H. Duff delivering final message of the assembly. He says a sizeable outlay for civilian defense will be needed for years to come, with inflation and budget pressures complicating financing. Duff cites a projected $71 million appropriation for two years and a $440 million World War II veterans housing loan, plus $50 million for a bond issue and $11 million for General State Authority building rentals. He predicts a surplus by year end and highlights accomplishments in roads, mental health, water quality, education, and the Turnpike extension milestone.
The Soviet Union accepted a preliminary four power conference of Big Four representatives to set an agenda for a foreign ministers meeting. Moscow broadcast the move in response to a Western proposal, with the aim of addressing causes of global tension and demilitarisation of Germany.
Washington Jan 2 premier L Trumary Evil Jedls Plokkcat loom over Senate Democratic nominating fight for party leadership. McParland backers claim votes to deny his election while Taft and Wherry figures maneuver for key committee posts. Speaker Rayburn and McCormack signal tension as party lines tighten ahead of new Congress opening.
Raymond Straite of Corry RD3 and Mise Corey of 1951 were among the first births as New Year 1951 began. The First Avenue merchants promoted a festive display for the newborns with parents listed and local celebrations planned. The baby arrived just after the start of the new year.
Reported few mishaps in Tri-County area with one Saturday collision on East Main Street. Willard Munson and Edward Carter cited. damage estimated at 350 dollars total. Police noted no major crashes during New Year’s weekend, traffic light and road safety conditions improved.
A false rumor spread through Birmingham causing widespread anxiety as residents feared water contamination. Police, city officials, and utility departments received thousands of calls before authorities confirmed the water supply was safe.
A fire destroyed a large U shaped barn on the Nollinger old Spencer farm west of Corry causing about 25000 dollars in loss. Firemen saved dwelling and several outbuildings while two tractors and tools were damaged. The blaze, possibly from wiring, charred the 110 by 110 foot structure noted as a long standing farm feature near the blacktop.
Army pays final respects to Gen Walton Walker, commander of the 8th Army in Korea, killed in a motor mishap. Arlington National Cemetery gravesite chosen to mirror General Pershing’s, as Truman calls him a brilliant commander of indomitable courage. President Truman urged posthumous promotion from three star to four star, noting Walker’s outstanding wartime service. The House approved the bid.
A chaotic New Year holiday saw violent deaths and accidents surge. The toll reached around 421 with fires, alcohol related incidents, and traffic fatalities, while earlier periods reported higher counts in the range of 425 for a three day span. The report cites multiple incidents and casualties, noting deaths in various settings as authorities log the grim totals.
City Council met over the weekend and set a 19S0 budget at 1.08 million with no change to the original plan. Appointments included M. G. Cobbels as police magistrate and Hazel Merker as deputy finance director. Georges Nagle was named to a three-year term on the zoning board. Two firs merge in New Brighton. Townsend Company joins Cherry Silver to form a single organization with leadership changes.
Tokyo Jan 2 Avsooteted press reports six Chinese Communist armies carved a salient in western Korea within 17 air miles of Seoul. Outnumbered UN forces retreated up to 11 miles in zero weather and established new defensive lines as MacArthur described heavy enemy losses and intensified battles near Tongduchon and Hwachon.
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