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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1952
Page
1
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General Eisenhower proposed a constitutional convention to unify Europe, drawing applause from Republicans and Democrats, including potential presidential candidates. Senators Kefauver Case Wiley and others urged Europe to advance unity, linking further aid to tangible progress amid Cold War security concerns.
Cairo dispatch reports Soviet Foreign Minister Vishinsky told an Egyptian newspaper correspondent that the USSR is willing to aid Middle Eastern peoples to free themselves from Western economic domination. The claim was published in Moslem-majority press outlets. Actress Berle Dies at 68 in Los Angeles Obituary notices Bonhis Berle, a character actress known for silent era roles, died yesterday in Los Angeles at age 68.
London reports that an Arab leader proposes mediation to end the Suez crisis. British Ambassador Pelham met with Saudi and Egyptian officials to discuss two weeks of proposals from King Farouk and Egyptian Prime Minister Naguib. An Arab mediator’s plan awaits review by Britain before comment.
Public Utility Commission Harrisburg delays action on Erie and Pennsylvania Railroads plan to install automatic gates at Center street and First avenue. The hold stems from a need for new plans tied to a nearby passenger station project requiring removal of the existing track before approval can be granted. Railroad officials had said equipment procurement was underway, signaling expected progress once PAC approval arrives.
Harrisburg Jan 13 The Department of Military Affairs selects six western and northwestern cities to host the new Keystone National Guard battalion. Third Battalion of the 10th Armored Cavalry Regiment will base Headquarters in New Castle under Lt. Col. Clair J Stouffer. Other units extend to Punxsutawney Grove City Butler Erie and clear city sites. Units to be reconnaissance focused. BAGGAGEMAN ARRESTED IN YOUNGSTOWN Jan 33 Emil J Wegman 61 Pittsburgh baggage man of 38 years employed by Pennsylvania Railroad arrested for stealing a 180 watch from parcel post packages. Postal Inspectors in Cleveland report Vermen was captured at Crestline where 24000 in stolen parcel post piking was recovered.
Two men sustained serious injuries in separate one-car crashes on icy highways near Star ton sburg and Hughes Corners. Gladford A Relisnyder of Canil, O, had fractures in right leg and arm. Norman Whitesman of Kingston, Pa, suffered a broken left leg. Hospitals listed with fractures as police noted slick conditions and $6,000 in damages across two incidents.
In Munsan Korea January 25, Allied POW protections were arranged after UN communications and alleged Allied air bombing uncertainty. Despite armistice talks stalling, red and UN staffs agreed to mark and reveal the locations of 11 North Korean POW camps and processing sites, with camps possibly bearing Chinese or Korean markings. A separate item notes Pittsburgh plans a $4 million hotel addition to double capacity, with work starting after steel availability, likely 1954.
At the county courthouse this afternoon a jury trial is set in the Dynovan Construction Co. versus the City of Query suit over the East Smith Street storm sewer project. City officials, engineers from Havens and Emerson, and several residents testified on the project’s progress and dispute details. Negotiations reportedly included an $8,000 offer, with the city still owed about $8,000 for work deemed incomplete.
The 1st Cavalry Division, battle hardened from Korea, has been pulled from Korea to guard Japan's northern Habomai area, only 3 miles from Russian forces. Maj. Gen. Thomas Harrold stated the unit will defend the frontier as Russian positions loom near Sakhalin. The 45th Division replaces it in Korea, marking a shift in Japan defense duties.
Somerset Pa January 23 police identified a skeleton found on a mountain in Somerset county as Daniel Baker. Baker, 78, vanished from his Grenville township residence five years ago in May. A pocket watch and decayed clothing helped confirm the identification. Coroner’s office said foul play is suspected based on the evidence found.
Directors of the Coty Savings and Loan Bank awarded a remodeling contract for new banking quarters on North Center Street to start May 1. The project will convert the Western Union telegraph office and McCray's barber shop area into a modern four window bank with executive offices and new interior decor. Occupancy is targeted between June 15 and July 1, with Remington Rand handling equipment and Hollingsworth directing design, seeding a broader reconfiguration seen in Franklin Dunkin and Fredonia banks.
Severe winter weather swept the Corry region with heavy snow and dangerous ice. The Weather Bureau issued statewide warnings as temperatures plunged to well below zero. Travel halted across the Midwest as wind gusts exceeded 50 miles per hour and many roads remained blocked by snowdrifts.
At a crossing near Mintlewa Pa a westbound freight train struck a northbound truck. The driver Potocki said he did not hear a warning whistle and passengers, including a wife, escaped serious injury. Police investigated the collision and noted damage to the track and roadbed while three trainmen sought the driver’s details.
Seoul reports Allied jets downed two Soviet Mig fighters over northwest Korea. Sabre jets pursued remaining Migs toward the Yalu as heavy fighting raged along the frozen front. Allied losses and casualties were not detailed.
Washington dispatch reports Michael V. DiSalle resigns as Price Stabilization head to seek the Democratic nomination for the U S Senate from Ohio. He says the decision was made five months ago after talks with President Truman, with details on timing and future roles discussed at the White House before his announcement. DiSalle, former Toledo mayor, has held office in Ohio politics for about 16 years including the state legislature and Toledo city government.
Washington Jan 23 A Missouri national committeeman John Mangle said there is no doubt President Truman will run for re election. After a White House visit he stated Truman had not disclosed his plans but he believes Truman will seek the presidency again. He noted Truman has earned a rest but still favors a renewed campaign.
A twin-engine American Airlines plane on instruments nose-dived into a residential block near Newark Airport. Eleven injured. the craft struck homes, schools, and buildings in Elizabeth and Newark, with flames and debris triggering mass evacuations and a fear of further collapse.
Eight persons suffered injuries as a tornado cut through Fowler Arbor district about 20 miles from Moultrie in south Georgia near the Florida line. Several buildings were demolished including a casis treeanchal shure.
In Madrid Francisco Franes awarded retiring United States Ambassador Griffis Spain’s highest decoration the grand cross of Carlos during a farewell audience today The U S embassy in Spain noted Griffis will likely accept the award as his resignation becomes effective probably March 1 The report contains garbled lines and unclear names and dates.
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