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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1953
Page
1
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The Senate faced delays on Charles E. Wilson for defense secretary as Eisenhower’s cabinet picks moved forward. A Republican senator indicated a substantial bloc of Republicans and most Democrats may vote against confirmation unless Wilson relinquishes GM holdings. Wilson, GM president, arrived for inauguration and offered no comment, saying he was “on the spot.”
Washington. Harry Truman wore a black homburg to the inaugural ceremony while Dwight Eisenhower forgoes tradition, opting for a different headgear. The retiring president-elect appeared at the White House in a black homburg, ending secrecy over his chosen style.
A federal grand jury probe into an income tax extortion plot in Pittsburgh was temporarily halted. Nine witnesses were heard last week or will be transcribed. The session began January 14 before Federal District Judge Wallace S Gourley. Sister Frederick Allmeyer of New Kensington, a suspended deputy in Home tax collector, pleaded guilty to extorting over $4,000 from a Homestead tavern owner and misappropriating funds.
A joint meeting last night of directors from three boards in the Cosry district authorized a survey by Jarouen Willehot to assess needs for a new area rural school in Elgin Borough Wayne Concord Townshine. Architects to be considered include Dwertimatted 915 Elementary and firms Johnson and Johnson Associates, Lindquist, with state aid covering about a portion of the costs.
A sweeping inaugural parade in Washington showcases 40 miles of floats bands and military units with 22 000 servicemen 65 musical units 5 600 civilians and animals including elephants and a dog sled team. The procession highlights Eisenhower’s presidency with prominent figures including Mrs Eisenhower Vice President Nixon and House Speaker Martin in a Cadillac convertible. The event mixes patriotism military display religion and politics as a landmark civic spectacle.
Hugh Nelson of Corry 27 was arraigned before Alderman Justin Butters on a charge of shooting and killing a dog. He admitted shooting the canine after it chased his chickens, was held on 1500 bond for court, and jailed overnight on 1600 bond while County Jail arrangements were made. The incident followed repeated requests to remove chickens from Lilley property.
Retail merchants in the Chamber of Commerce received notices of a Thursday evening meeting at the Phoenix Hotel dining room to discuss reviving the inoperative Merchants Bureau. Organizers aim to elect a president secretary and treasurer and consider the Credit Bureau’s independence from the chamber. Agenda includes store hours and special sales events.
Allied planes and warships halted a Formosa Strait search after Chinese shore batteries shot down a Navy patrol plane and damaged a destroyer. Eleven of thirteen Neptune crewmen were rescued by a Coast Guard Mariner, which later crashed but had rescued 11 before burning. The two aircraft were near Red China six miles northeast of Swatew last Sunday.
Council tackled a tangle over the dump and garbage contracts with Slye in one joint bid, while officials authorized East Pleasant Street extension for a new school site. Debate on Mead Park pool funding included Mayor Kinley questioning council authority. Police Har ly Drake reported 4111 arrests last year, with 1864 for major violations and numerous other offenses. Two residents injured in a Dormont fire on the second floor of a three story building.
Warden J W Cloudy reports calm returned at Rockview Prison after a second riot as inmates held hostages and burned bedding. Guards James Poole Edward Ament and Joseph Guerpa were released unharmed. officials arranged meals and security as negotiations continued with state authorities.
City council votes to return proposed lease agreements for the old depot site to railroad officials after debates over liability limits insurance requirements and city maintenance responsibilities. The dispute centers on who would insure the property block the tracks and waive taxes as part of any lease.
Fire on 3inth Street yesterday at 1 16 PM gutted the one story frame dwelling of Mr and Mrs Ralph Davie. Overheated chimney blamed as flames consumed interior partitions. Stanford Hose Company saved the shell using booster lines though most belongings were lost.
Dwight D. Eisenhower was sworn in as the 34th U S president at 12 32 P M at the Capitol. The ceremony drew Congress leaders, top officials, diplomats, and thousands of guests with millions watching by television.
Somerset Pa. collision between a Greyhound bus and two vehicles on the Turnpike last night injured 18 passengers, six hospitalized at Somerset Community Hospital. Most serious, Mrs. Georgette Brown, 12, of Washington. Bus driver C E Wilken, 48, Milaburh, and others from Pittsburgh, Youngstown, and Cleveland were treated and released. The eastbound bus, en route to Washington from Pittsburgh, struck the rear of a truck car the Laurel Hill Turnpike, about 10 miles west of Somerset. State Police said the driver attempted to pass the truck.
Wayne Township Supervisors moved to ban garbage dumping within one mile of the Slye site near Wice Jock and Carter Hill after a petition from property owners and residents. The vote ended with a ten day window for alternative disposal plans before enforcement, closing all township areas to dumping. An earlier protest by residents prompted relocation of dump sites. In a separate note, St Augustine reports an influenza epidemic closing all public and parochial schools as health officials warn the disease spreads rapidly among children.
The editorial argues that supporters of a public fund to build a Mead Park outdoor pool rely on harangue rather than facts. It criticizes opponents for basing views on personal belief and urges level headed reason. The piece notes the campaign aims for 125000 dollars and acknowledges civic leaders have already generated community interest. It condemns backbiting and undercutting while defending timely funding and careful planning.
Dwight D. Eisenhower took office pledging a peace driven world leadership. He outlined nine rules of conduct to achieve lasting global peace and warned against appeasing aggressors while stressing strong American resolve and a united free world. He urged international trust and a collective defense, signaling a shift toward broader world security.
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