10 Jan 1952
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1952
Page
1
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The Flying Enterprise sank in the Atlantic after Captain Kurt Carlsen and crew fought to save cargo valued around four million dollars. The ship went down stern first after a prolonged, perilous ordeal beginning December 29, with help from the tug Turmoil and rescue by the USS Keith and other ships.
GOP leaders discuss inviting Gen Dowell MacArthur to deliver the keynote at the Republican convention. Some officials expect his speech to contrast his stance on army political activity with Ike Eisenhower’s, who is restricted while NATO commander. MacArthur has generally avoided purely political appearances.
The Pennsylvanian Gas Co begins a new well near Carter Hill after four successful wells. Drill crews moved equipment 600 feet south west and prepared a cement block top. One well is said to produce over a million cubic feet daily, with northwesterly drilling toward Beaver Dam.
A mother and daughter sustained non life threatening injuries after a two vehicle collision on East Main Street near King Street. Mrs Raymonth Bachosier and Deborah Sue Bachosier were treated for back and facial injuries. Kerry Dennison avoided a worse crash by steering a truck away from a utility pole. Damages were listed at about 300 dollars for the Bachosiers and 165 dollars for the Whiteley vehicle.
Senators Martin and Duff report more than 100 000 communications protesting the nomination of Gen. Mark Clark as ambassador to the Vatican. Aides say the letters post cards and telegrams are coming in at about 2000 daily and are the heaviest mail the offices have received.
Milkman Richard Bopp 24 reported two pints of milk stolen while delivering near the police headquarters. He found the theft after exiting an elevator where two officers and two groups of prisoners were en route to a third floor bullpen. Officers discovered bulges in rubber boots and found un opened milk containers inside.
The Raymond Mig. Co. plant union, UAW CIO, voted 80 to 20 percent to authorize a strike under Taft Hartley rules. The vote, reported by Harry Delin, could lead to a walkout within 60 days if talks fail, with issues over a discharged employee and union engineering checks.
The Shamburg News and Sport Store in the Barlow Block on South Center Street transfers operation to William J. Shamburg. Joseph C. Shamburg retires from active management but will assist the son. the firm expands wholesale distribution and maintains a leading sporting goods department and daily journal sales.
Edward Mc Sherry is named fire chief in Sharon succeeding John R. Davies who was demoted to ordinary fireman at the mayor's request. Davies had led the department since 1942 and joined Sharon fire service in 1918.
President Truman paused full responsibility for the clean-up task, says Attorney General Howard McGrath will continue in his cabinet role. He noted McGrath will carry out necessary work related to government scandals investigations. Truman affirmed no change in McGrath’s status.
Allied negotiators accused the Communists of scheming to strengthen their forces in Korea and opposed the six point plan for voluntary repatriation and civilian trust. Rear Adm Libby said the Reds oppose freeing prisoners and accused North Korea of aggressive aims during armistice talks at Panmunjom.
Jerry Seybert a 21 year old Westminster College basketball player from Kittanning was killed in a car truck collision eight miles east of Butler. Theodore Lawrence 20 of Dormont was driver and injured passenger. Lawrence suffered bruises. truck driver George Stabler 66 of Chicago was uninjured.
The article reports on a Washington discussion among United States and British leaders about Southeast Asia policy post Churchill. Acheson and Bevin weigh joint underwrite options and how to confront Communist threats in Korea and the region while aiming for broader Anglo American unity despite lingering policy differences.
Report on two PRR trains shows inconclusive passenger data as the railroad weighs dropping the Oil City to Gerry service. November saw 41 paying riders, December up 60 percent though year to year comparisons unavailable. A prior petition sought end to the run amid Oil City pressure and railroad efforts to keep trains running. In another item, a blast at a Washington shop left owner Walter Patten in critical condition with burns.
United Steelworkers President Murray opened hearings before the War Stabilization Board arguing profits are high enough to avoid price hikes while wage boosts are needed. He warned big business profiteering fuels inflation and urged negotiated gains for workers as steelmakers resist raises.
A counterfeit ten dollar bill circulated locally after being passed at a gas company and later accepted at a store. Charles Bracken of Citizens Bank noted the bill, which bears the same serial number as fake notes from nearby communities. residents and merchants are warned to scrutinize ten dollar currency.
A chaotic report describes a freighter abandoned in the North Pacific during a severe storm. Rescue crews and weather conditions dominate the scene as ships Hunt for the vessel and its crew amid heavy seas and drifting wreckage.
Harrisburg June 10 The State Milk Control Council plans to alter the price system for housewives and producers by tying prices to seasonal availability. Chairman Cobb said pricing would be set within a range and subject to hearings, with changes possible as the season shifts. The plan, once approved by Attorney General Woodsikie, would require numerous hearings and private sessions with dairy industry interests to gauge its worth.
Congress demands economy and no new taxes as President Truman pledges military and domestic aid. Lawmakers press for defense funding social security boosts farm price supports and health care, while Churchill visits and parties clash over postwar policy and spending. Continued on page five.
The Spring Creek Sportsmen's Club, with 80 members at the Grange Hall in West Spring Creek, voted to purchase four dozen rabbits for release in the area after incorporation last month. A fox hunt is set for Sunday January 29 at B o'clock, with attendees asked to gather at the Grange Hall. The next meeting is scheduled for February 13.
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