24 Jan 1951
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 24, 1951
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR text mentions a man and woman in a bath and a tire or phone state, with scattered letters and no clear events, dates, or identifiable organizations. No coherent人物 or places emerge from the damaged read.
Bids are invited by Box 96 for a project referenced in partial text. The readable fragments mention a school context, timing in June, and thanks to participants, with thanks extended to unnamed individuals.
The Associated Press reports delays threaten a U S drive in the United Nations political committee to brand Communist China as an aggressor in Korea. Debate looms as 12 Asian Arab nations push for quick decisive action while Britain and other powers weigh Condemnation.
At Vue Corry Chapter of the American Red Cross a blood drive was announced for April 3 with a 150 pint city quota and 193 donors required by the deadline. A February 27 dinner meeting, remarks on canteen service, and a nomination for Mrs HA Gilbert to the National Board of Governors were noted.
Prime Minister Nehru of India condemned United States policy on Asia during a broadcast. He urged a conference of major powers to discuss the world crisis and warned that rejecting negotiation would shut the door to a civilized approach. His remarks accompanied a London meeting of Commonwealth leaders and opposed UN penalties against Chinese aggression.
Pennsylvania Telephone Corp revealed a long range expansion plan for Corry. Zoning Board of Appeals will meet at the Municipal Building next Monday at 7 20 pm to hear an appeal regarding Bush Park Place. If approved, the project still must await federal clearance. The brick building would extend east toward Park Street within eight feet of the sidewalk, housing new central office equipment. A 24 month delay for such equipment pushes completion to two or three years. The company says the upgrade will meet growth and allow expanded customer services. Public attendance urged.
Groucho Marx is named outstanding television personality of 1980 by the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences at its third annual banquet in Hollywood. Best actress and actor honors go to Gertrude Berg and Alan Young. runners up include Charles Riegels and Imogene Coca.
Two tractor-trailers, carrying valued cargoes, crashed near Waterford, causing $40,500 in damage. Donald Johnson of Erie and Pah Minelli of Pittsburgh were hospitalized after a rollover tragedy on Route 19, with Minelli likely sustaining a spine injury and other injuries. A separate incident nearby saw Patrick Strong of Wyoming lose control on a slippery road, but only minor damage occurred to a whisky load valued at $40,000. Strong was shaken but unharmed.
Union City railroad telegrapher William J. Jones, 29, held in Buffalo as police say he forged about 40 Western Union money order blanks to finance a $2,000 three week trip. Detectives allege he took blanks from the Pennsylvania Railroad office and cashed them, admitting the scheme after being confronted. Jones had reportedly spent around $1,600 in Buffalo and had traveled via Pittsburgh and Erie before his arrest.
Three purloined automobiles were traced to Rome and Concord townships. Mervin Eckert, 190, and Marcus M. Moore, 41, of Titusville, were questioned by State Police at the Corry barracks. They admitted burglaries and confessed to looting three autos in the Cory district. arraigned in Meadville and pleaded guilty. bail not set.
Senate groups ready to approve a troop deployment resolution endorsing sending American divisions to Europe. As of now 14 of 21 committee members favor the move with no public opposition. The outcome hinges on a possible ceiling on force levels under the North Atlantic treaty and how Congress handles executive action.
The government bans nickel use in automobile rims and many civilian products to conserve the nickel supply for defense. The National Production Authority issued lists prohibiting nickel bearing stainless steel or high nickel alloys in new civilian manufacturing and set phased dates with a two month grace for work begun before the deadlines.
A local Red Cross fundraising drive is underway with a named leader, planning a two week campaign beginning February 2. The effort aims to boost blood donor programs and membership, with volunteers coordinating with Red Cross headquarters to maximize reach and donations.
Reports indicate 15 additional area youths are to be inducted. Names and details reference Corry, Bradford, and Bradford area origins with references to February selections and related exams. The process involves a list of 1358 men being processed and awaiting induction at a central center.
Associate Press reports five men were arrested on charges of running a charity drive fraudulently using the names of U S senators governors and officials to solicit donations for a youth home scam. The group allegedly collected about $13 000 while claiming to support a Roswell Youth Center and other public causes. Several named figures including Senator Herbert Lehman and Governor James Hogan were tied to or associated with the operation, though many later denied involvement.
Testimony by DiSalle follows Truman administration push for price and wage controls. A general price freeze is recommended with a wage freeze anticipated by Friday. Johnston is sworn in as ESA chief and price stabilization moves expand to cover credits, financing, and other economic levers under a broad wartime mobilization plan.
The Corry Slayer case was filed seeking $50,000 in damages. Defendants include Mrs. Anns Borge Greening, formerly of Corry, now Mend Ville, and Mr. Higgins. The complaint alleges criminal slaying tied to a fatal incident, with damages for skin injuries and related property transfers to Green bay and Higgins. The defendant was detained after allegations of attempted telephone misuse. The court ordered commitment to Fywsley for sanity examination.
City police hunt three youths in relation to disorderly conduct on West Main. Warrant actions target Hartun Taylor of Lake Armtel and Richard Smith of Swe Firau for alleged harassment and disturbances while patrols traced two other youths, one white with unknown first name, through several foot races and night sightings near the Texas Launch area and police station.
A new storm hits the Cory district bringing colder air and possible snow. State Police warn highways are treacherous as crews work through the snowfall and nearby lines report power and fuel supply interruptions easing after a 100 percent cutback.
Al lied forces pushed 10 miles beyond Wonju on the central Korean front and recaptured Mawraf. A patrol near Hoengnong advanced within 23 miles of Seoul while American jets claimed multiple MIG-15s shot down and enemy losses mounted. General riders lauded the Thunderjets for air superiority as battles raged along the Han River corridor.
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