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23 Jan 1951
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1951
Page
1
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AP dispatch from Geneva reports 136 dead and many missing across Switzerland Italy and Austria after weekend avalanches. Dozens of villages buried under tons of snow. towns like Davos and Vals cut off as rescue teams dig through wreckage. Authorities urge caution as further slides feared and abroad travelers face isolation.
The Corry Civil Service Commission announced openings in the police force after Pvt. Andrew Froman resigns, leaving the department below the eight man level. Qualifying exams will be held at the Municipal Building on Friday February 2 at 10:00. Top applicants passing the test will be certified as eligible for appointment to the police force.
Harrisburg reports the Pennsylvania State Defense Commission distributed about 21 000 copies of a civilian defense manual to industries across the state. The guide, produced with labor cooperation, stresses top management must determine plant protection needs. It notes protections hinge on unique plant situations and no one size fits all tests. The piece highlights life safety and financial risk as key stakes in disaster defense.
Washington Jan 22 Senator McMahon urged a $50 billion global peace plan linked to a friendship resolution with Russia. He proposed a five year aid program, a two thirds cut in armaments, and UN radio access in the Soviet Union to reveal propaganda. Taft warned on troop numbers as Eisenhower’s return looms.
An Erie Railroad eastbound freight derailed near Maple Avenue causing extensive tie damage but no cars left the rails. A broken flange on a wheel is blamed as crews from Meadville cleared the wreck and Eastbound service was to resume after the disabled car was removed. Trainmaster McFadden investigated the incident.
Secretary Acheson asked Congress to renew the 1984 reciprocal trade law without crippling changes to maintain strength and unity in the free world. He testified to the House Ways and Means Committee that three more years of cooperation are needed, with no large tariff talks but continued consolidation and growth in world trade.
Accident on Route 19 three miles south of Waterford at 11:20 pm injured one woman and damaged two cars totaling 175. Drivers Treat Holmes 36 of Pittsburgh and Charles Thompson 20 of Waterford. Elizabeth Hull 43 of Waterford sustained facial lacerations. Thompson’s car hit a tractor trailer on Indian Head Hill after Holmes failed to see it. Neither driver was charged.
In Rotterdam Netherlands January 22 a U S liner rescued 19 crewmen from the 1 200 ton Swedish tanker Bie after it caught fire on a North Sea voyage from England to Iceland One crew member was reported dead and another badly burned The Bie owned by Transatlantic Company of Goteborg remained afloat at midmorning about 85 miles northwest of the Dutch coast near Scheveningen radio said the ship was still burning prior to rescue efforts.
Winter followed spring as a sharp temperature drop hit overnight with eight degrees. Six inches of snow halted church plans and forced Highway Department crews to cinder and plow treacherous roads. State Police cited a weather related crash amid ongoing snowfall and forecasts called for a high near 20 with a low around five above and possible rain by Tuesday night.
Pittsburgh January 22 A state hospital supervisor was suspended and an attendant discharged after the escape of inmate Robert M Kann on December 27. Superintendent Preston Thomas said Building Supervisor Frank Taletiéo was suspended and James E Moots fired following the court ordered confinement for Worthless Checks. Kann was described by the court as not insane but skintilly.
Harrisburg reports Gov Fine enters his second week in office amid a crowded agenda. Key allies push for his preferred appointments and policies, including mine safety, clean streams, and state investigations. Senate Republicans indicate readiness to move bills in early February as Th reconvenes with major challenges ahead.
Washington Jan 22 Eric Johnston and Cyrus S Ching awaited White House orders to assign them as general umpire and policy supervisors of the stabilization program covering prices wages credits and credit controls President Truman was to name them today and Tolman as administrator of the Economist Stabilization Agency to replace Alan Valentine Officials said a further steel to defense orders move might come later National Production Authority rules limit steel firms exposure to priority orders next month based on last year’s shipments Lancaster PA Mrs Slive Edith Hann assistant to the VP at Franklin College died at her home from a cerebral hemorrhage after an eight month illness
The United States signals rejection of a proposed peace appeal from Chinese leaders on tensions over Taiwan and Beijing. Officials indicate Washington will not engage in a nose to nose settlement, stressing continued deterrence and alliance support while seeking a pragmatic approach.
Washington Jan 22 Jubn G Lewis and Liman union leaders plan talks with anthracite operators in Philadelphia on Wednesday to adjust the extension of a wage agreement. Lewis voiced confidence the talks would proceed with key union officials and industry representatives present.
In Wichita Tas Jax Wil um Reelkitt report a troubled tale surrounding Notre Dame’s Rockne family. Renate Rockne, mother of the late Glenn “Rockne” Rockne, arrived from Geully Bend after his son faced a shooting incident at a Wichita home. Police say Rockne forced entry twice, exchanged fire with a resident, and suffered fatal wounds. The case notes mental health concerns and prior incidents as officers describe the confrontation and ongoing investigations.
The Western powers edge toward a formal Big Four meeting with Russia as Washington and allies weigh the value of pursuing substantial agreements. Officials differ over the potential for progress, with some fearing increased tension if talks stall, while others advocate proceeding to keep channels open and demonstrate a sober path to peace.
Washington reports that the United States plans to pursue a Japan peace treaty on an equal basis with Tokyo. Dulles, named ambassador, will head a State and Defense panel to draft a rapid agreement, with talks possibly opening this week.
Four Allied motorized columns probed Communist lines across a wide western front but encountered light resistance. Osan and Kumyangjang saw movement as units advanced, while Wonju remained largely quiet under a security blackout on western front actions.
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