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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jan 23, 1953

Page

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Rockview Prison Riot Ends as Guards Freed

325 rebel convicts at Rockview Prison surrendered after 22 hours of barricaded resistance as heavily armed state police and National Guard planes loomed overhead. Hostages were released unharmed. one guard exhausted, plans for a targeted cellblock assault were dropped. Governor Buntsget terms accepted, with surrender following nonreprisals.

Associated Presa Bellefonte Atiow Ube Giinris Bald Rockview Prison Bellefonte National Guard John Bun Hrevolyers Richard Walsh Father Walsh Robert B. Woodside Paul Gingher Bull Shel Melwin E. Willams William Hell Williams Whey

Egyptian Chief Assails British Liberation Rally

Cairo reports expose a crowded Liberation Square as Premier Naghib denounces imperialism in a four day liberation celebration. He vows to rid Egypt of foreign rule, amid a patriotic oath urging unity and justice. The crowd, about 100000, fills streets while a military review marks the coup that ousted King Farouk.

Cairo Liberation Square Liberation Society Naghib Farauk

Urge Change in Milk Pool Funds

A committee of farm economists calls for a major overhauling of royal Wimsinder and New York milk pool funds to cut prenatives and redirect payments to milkshed marketing work. The two day hearing weighs a broad revision of cooperative movement provisions with adjournment possible to mid February. The outcome will influence more than 48 000 producers.

Associated Prey Syracuse N.Y Royal Wimsinder New York U.S

Dulles and Kennan Face Off Over Soviet Policy

Washington reports say Secretary of State Dulles and diplomat Kennan may differ on how the United States should approach Soviet satellite nations. Kennan’s speeches stressed moral influence and freedom, while Dulles urged a robust containment policy. A note from Kennan to Dulles suggested his remarks were prepared in advance in the State Department.

Associated Prose Washington George Kennan Dulles Kennan Senate United States Scranton United Nations Wis Affar New Éte State Department

MIGS DESTROYED AS SABRE JETS SHED SKYLINE FIGHTS

Allied Sabre jets claim four Communist MIG 5s downed with seven damaged over Northwest Korea. Capt Delphin P Overton of Andrews, SC, shoots his fourth MIG in three days, boosting a record streak as Lt Harold Fisher Jr of Las Vegas also posts a fourth kill. Daybreak raids target Communist rail and battlefield positions amid a widening air battle, with ground wreckage reported including vehicles and locomotives. Joint Distribution Committee denounces Soviet attacks and resumes relief work in Hungary.

Associated Pres Seoul Andrews S. C Hiss Overton Harold Fisher Jr Sas Vegas, Ney

Sparta Man Told To Refrain From Seeing Girl

A Sparta Township man faced a delinquency charge after his promise to avoid contact with a 16 year old girl. He pled innocent and was released on a bench warrant with ordered child support payments, with the case potentially revived if contact resumes. Benjamin P. Fairless received the Man Of The Year award from the Pittsburgh Junior Chamber of Commerce for his role with United States Steel Corp.

Sparta Spartansburg Alferman N. Allen Ove Titusville Flo Ais New York State Shi Fairless Pittsburgh Benjamin P. Fairless Ohio Ingest Steel Company Pittsburgh Junior Chamber of Commerce Mets Steel Corp

Texas Snow and Ice Storm Halts Traffic Across Panhandle

Severe norther packing snow from Dalhart to Dallas leaves up to ten inches in places, hundreds stranded as buses stall and schools close. Power and telephone lines fail. long distance circuits out. Authorities warn of extremely hazardous driving. relief centers and farm homes host stranded motorists and children.

Amarileo Tex Wren Texas Troma Akin Highway Patrol Panhandle Upper Gul Bolger Jeelocked Plain View Plainview Amarilla Pampa Potice Amarillo Ara Weather Bureau

January Weather Delights Readers With Mild Dips

Unseasonably warm weather continues with bright January sun and little snow. Temperatures rose to 42 degrees after a high of 42 earlier day. milder forecasts anticipate up to 45, followed by cooler nights.

Bidter Mercury Atv Weather Bureau

Soviet industry output up 11 percent in decade

The Soviet Union announced that 1962 industrial production was 11 percent higher than 1951, driven by increases in output of key materials and goods. Real incomes for workers rose, while peasant earnings increased eight percent, according to the Soviet Central Statistical Administration.

Moscow Soviet Union Soviet Central Statistical Administration

Army Medicine Gains Revealed by Top Surgeon

Maj. Gen. George S. Armstrong described advances in battlefield care including arterial grafting, artificial kidney support, and blood plasma therapies. He cited progress in treating hemorrhagic fever, combat fatigue, and shock, noting improved survival and higher return-to-duty rates among wounded personnel.

Ts Army Kore Higgis George Armstrong Esearch Armstrong Army Singeon Tokyo Tomorean Wlan

City streets choke with dirt and litter in business district

Citizens and officials voice complaints over dirty sidewalks and dusty business streets. Dry spell and winter winds spread debris as merchants urge action. The streets department cleans between midnight and daylight to minimize business disruption.

Clear One Youth In Burglary Case

Kenneth Joy and James D. Krone pleaded guilty to burglary for a Mead Service Station break in on Pennsylvania Avenue. Anderson initially balked at a guilty plea but agreed after talks. Joy and Krone plan to enter guilty pleas in court next Monday. Krone also faces a charge of driving a motor vehicle while under suspension.

Milford Andeson Tirié Way Allornes Kenneth Joy James D. Igrone Anderson Mead Dervice Pennsylvania Avenue Krone Joy Andrson Builty Stumenston

Administration Moves To Avert CIO Labor Conflict

CIO President Walter Reuther said the CIO objected to being bypassed as President Eisenhower named Maytly Durkin as labor secretary and Lloyd Mashburn as undersecretary. Reuther plans to discuss a possible CIO appointment, stressing real influence beyond titles, while Meany and Reuther aim to renew merger talks next month after past failures.

Associated Press Washington CTO New Republican Organization Eisenhower Labor Department Maytly Durkin Lloyd Maehburn CIO Walter Reuther Sheen Labor Bob Reuther Heulier Dorkin Reuther Jindersecretary Mashburn AFL White House

Merchants Meet Plans Group to Study Reorganization

A five man committee was named at the Phoenix Hotel to study reorganization of the Retail Merchants Bureau and draft plans for the February 3 meeting. Harry Barach presided and The committee includes B G Bennett Alfred Olds Anthony Cooper Leo Uhl and Frank Brooks. Stewart Long urged reactivation. plans include Better Business Bureau officer elections and a self supporting Credit Bureau. Two Greensburg workers hurt in Wagary Foundry blast.

Neming Burea Phoenix Harry Barach B. G Bennett Alfred Olds Anthony Cooper Leo Uhl Frank Brooks Barach Credit Bureau Stewart Long Chamber of Commerce Bureau Chamber Buresy Itt Ofivers Agen

First Meeting Of Biden Cabinet Held In Washington

President Biden and his cabinet met for a brief first session in Washington with a ten minute meeting. Officials said there would be no discussion of cabinet events or confidential matters. Vice President Harris and Nixon commented on future gatherings with Republican legislators but kept details quiet.

Washington Bineshower Nixon Eisenhower New York

Flu HITS HARD IN CITY SCHOOLS

Flu outbreaks sweep city schools and industries with rising absenteeism. 227 reported absent today, 129 yesterday, 99 Tuesday, amid wider national and international influenza spread. Health officials urge vaccination to curb spread and reduce illness among adults and children.

Public Health Service Washington United States Mexico Europe Japan Hawaii

Churchill Starts Homeward Trip After Caribbean Visit

Winston Churchill and family begin return to England aboard the Queen Mary after a West Indies trip. He told reporters the voyage was pleasant and thanked hosts for the Sunshine while departing Idlewild Airport with Mrs. Churchill and their daughter Mrs. Christopher Soames and son-in-law Captain Soames.

New York Winston Churchill England West. Indies Attleshange Churchil Churchill Christopher Soames Captain Soames Idlewild

16 Year Old Soldier Returns Home From Korea

Ralph Renfro Jes of Torbine, 16, arrived home after a second Army hitch that sent him to Korea. His mother sent the birth certificate to his commanding officer. He warns other youths to stay at home, saying he wouldn’t go through the experiences again for a million dollars, and he wishes he had listened to his dad.

Associated Trews Houston Tex Korea Ralph Renfro Jes Ralph Torbine

Wilson cleared for defense secretary post after Senate hearing

Charles E. Wilson faces a smoother path to confirmation as defense secretary after the White House announced his voluntary sale of most GM stock. Senate Armed Services debated the nomination in a closed session, with key senators signaling eventual approval and questions lingering about stock holdings tied to defense contracts.

Associated Press Washington Charles E. Wilson Senate Armed Services Committee Senate White House Wilton Windldose Lobkim Sen Ferguson ReMich Wilson Laa Wisenn Sultenstal Senate Comemnittes Defense Department Saltonstall General Motors New York Fuse Armed Services Russell Waneed

Convict Leader of Prison Mutiny Convicted

Earl Ware, a 42 year old from Jackson, was found guilty of kidnapping a guard during the mutiny at Southern Michigan prison in April. A jury deliberated over two hours before sentencing Ward to 20 to 30 years, with concurrent terms including time served for other related charges.

Jackson Mich Earl Ware Furly Southern Michigan Prison Ward Barry D. Boardman Frank Hinton Boardman Lobo Yeseerm Arait Palibery

Power Outage Planned for Corry Area on Sunday

Electrical service on Corry and surrounding underground cables will be disrupted for about 20 minutes Sunday afternoon while a switch is repaired at the Wes Washington street substation of the Pennsylvania Electric Company. Local residents should expect a brief loss of power as crews perform the maintenance.

Corry Surros Washington Street Mattort Pennsylvania

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