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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1955
Page
1
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White House officials criticized Agriculture Secretary Benson for handling the Ladejinsky affair while defending the security program. An unnamed official said Benson violated procedure and could have avoided the controversy by consulting with Secretary of State Dulles beforehand. Ladejinsky, born in Russia, was removed from his Tokyo attache post, then rehired by the Foreign Operations Administration for land reform work in South Vietnam under White House guidance.
Aero Supply Mfg Co reports restructuring and layoffs amid engineering changes and a first quarter slump. Production related departments see curtailment while other lines gain temporary staffing. director Stewart Long notes possible further reductions and ongoing recruitment for skilled labor. A separate line mentions a fatal heart attack at a Pittsburgh area scene.
Postal receipts rose to a new high in the latest annual report with $115.84 million in the 12 month period. The figure compares with $110.181 million in 1953. total volume was similar both years, but parcel post traffic late in 1953 boosted receipts.
The Democratic National Committee discussed a late August date for the 1956 nominating convention as Senator Sparkman endorses a six week campaign limit. Chairman Butler noted August 27 as a suggested date while GOP leaders weigh early September possibilities and air travel may replace extensive stumping. Former coach Dr. David J. O’Loughlin died at 47 in Pittsburgh.
Pennsylvania Electric Company announces a 2.6 million dollar plan to upgrade its Northwestern division including Erie Meadville and surrounding areas. Erie’s Huson Street substation expands 1100000 with work through 1986 and a new Service Center costing 7200000 will consolidate operations in Erie. Other upgrades include Wesleyville Powell Avenue and a 4500 volt line rehab scheduled for completion in 1957.
A second curtailment of electrical power is planned for Wednesday afternoon as Pennsylvania Electric finishes a new North Street substation. Areas affected include regions south of the Erie Raltrand tracks west of First Avenue and sections along Spring Street Church Street King Street Mill and East South Street. Utility manager Earl T Cherry said the cutoffs will minimize inconvenience and power will begin returning around 2 20 pm after partial restoration in wards.
Frey author of The Grand Walk reports plan to publish a book based on his 4021 mile trek across the country. He details dates from April last year passing Cony and a Mexico phase completed November 18, plus daily averages and gear.
Secretary General Dag Hammarskjold and Premier Chou Enlai wrapped up four day talks in Peiping with a joint communique urging continued contact. They pressed for release of U N personnel held in China and discussed relaxation of world tension before Hammarskjold's departure for Tokyo and San Francisco.
Warren County dairy farmer Carleton J Chr uig will receive the Master Farmer Award from a Pennsylvania publication. Curtis has led local agricultural groups and farm groups since 1927, with his wife chosen to represent Warren County at the Pennsylvania Farm Show. Ex mayor Melvin L Milligan dies in Springfield Ohio at 84.
Chinese Communist airmen in about 100 Russian built bombers and fighters attacked Tachens Island, 200 miles south of Formosa, dropping over 100 bombs. One plane fell near Sanmen Bay as Nationalist defenses, with four escort fighters, repelled the raid.
About 90 Jaycee members gathered at the Hotel Corry Saturday evening for the annual banquet and installation of new officers. Speakers included Erle Wrestling promoter Abe Cohen. Officers named were Frank Anthony president Milton Cherry vice president Richard Martin secretary and John Kennedy treasurer. Indias presented to the Indians by the club and dancing followed the ceremony. Also noted is the Ath annual assembly of the Pennsylvania Congress of Churches set for February 1-2 in Johnstown.
Washington records show Senator McCarthy postpones further action on Irving Peress amid an Army report clearing officials of wrongdoing. McCarthy's sudden trip delays his planned testimony and could shift oversight to a Democratic chaired subcommittee.
Robert Gohn, linked to panhandling on downtown business streets, was transferred from the city lockup to Erie County Jail to serve an 80 day sentence. Alderman George Gordon ordered 30 days on charges tied to prior drunk and disorderly conduct with fines and costs totaling $12.50.
Two individuals suffered burns in separate area incidents and were treated at Corry Memorial Hospital. Robert Young, 89, from Spring Creek, received first degree burns on both feet when hot water spilled from a boiler. Linda Burrows, 6, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Burrows of Elin, suffered first degree burns to her face, arms, and chest after hot gravy burned her at home. She was admitted at 6:16 p.m. yesterday.
About 200 men from one of eight AFL unions are to vote tomorrow on a settlement proposal affecting Pittsburgh's major department stores. Details of the offer, discussed with Local 1750 AFL Carpet and Linoleum Workers, remain undisclosed.
A 1-year-old recipient died after a medical emergency in Dallas following massive blood transfusions estimated at 168 pints. Surgeons battled intestinal bleeding and heart strain as doctors sought the cause, with an autopsy pending to determine the exact death.
Sen. Martin of Pennsylvania, oldest Republican in office, issues a letter urging united support for the Eisenhower administration. He denounces efforts to divide the GOP into factions such as anti McCarthy right wings and New Rents, states he will not seek office again but remains devoted to a strong party and America.
President Eisenhower asks Congress for power to implement up to a 15 percent tariff cut as part of a foreign economic program to spur growth in the free world. He urges customs simplification and a 4 point tax cut on income earned abroad with deferral of foreign branch taxes and study of tax treaties.
Corry High School students joined a group traveling by bus to Murfurbank for the Farm Show and FFA convention. Chaperone Mrs. Wiswife led a list of attendees including LaVerne Turhen Melvin Raney and Raymond Wiggers. The trip includes stops at the State Police exercises and Pennsylvania State University with planned activities in Harrisburg.
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