Lawrence Airport Becomes City Property Through Donated 96 Acre Field
Lawrence, a veteran pilot owner since 1937, donates the 96 acre Spring street hill tract to the city, including a nine-plane hangar and administration building. Mayor Cherry envisions a public operating board, with Clarence Wallace to head a group similar to Mead Park board. The field, with three runways, may earn revenue from hangar rentals and fuel sales, offsetting taxes. postwar growth followed GI Bill surge.
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Hoard of Silver Dollars Found in Basem ent of Hoch Home
In Butler County Pennsylvania a stash of silver dollars valued as much as 33000 was discovered sealed in lead pipes buried in the Chicora basement of the late oilman Martin G Hoch. Execut ors found the coins during an inventory of Hochs high property after his death on December 27.
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Compromise To Bricker Proposal Gains Support
Senate Republicans favor Georges-Gaillard compromise over Bricker plan on constitutional powers. George would allow executive agreements not creating treaties to become international law only by congressional approval, challenging Bricker’s treaty effectiveness by legislation.
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Ohio
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Congress
Eisenhower
United States
Fire Damages Home After Gas Heater Sparks
Flames from a gas heater at 527 Prospect Street caused about 100 dollars in damage yesterday afternoon before Branford Hose Company firefighters contained the blaze. Occupants Mrs Edith Drake and Mrs William Prine were alerted by a kitchen smoke crackle as two cleaned dresses hung in a paper bag near the stove ignited. Fire Chief Ray Taurle said smoke and water damage totaled roughly 100 dollars.
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Branford Hose Co
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Mir
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Donald Weylon
Clare Capwell
Winter Weather Grips Corry District After Snowfall
Winter grips the Corry district with two inches of snow turning streets and highways to ice. State Police report bad road conditions and maintenance crews working to clear grades and curves. Route 6 near Pollack's Bridge blocked by French Creek flood waters. temperatures fall into the 20s tonight with strong winds easing. A Baltimore temperature record approached 78 years old with a high near 7% and light snow at Friendship Airport later in the day.
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Coleman Named Acting Chief of Aero Supply
William Coleman will become acting president of Aero Supply Mfr Co starting Monday February 1 as Sam J Irvine remains in office but convalesces. Coleman joined Aero last fall as a director and has led product development while increasing his stake. Irvine plans further announcements around April 1 as he recovers.
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Aero Supply Mfr Co. Ie
Coleman
Fourth Ward
Sam J Irvine
Atco
Irvine
Erie
Aero Plant
Fies
Aero Management
Aero
Cleveland
Corry Plank
Trine
Wood Claims Eisenhower Back in Pennsylvania Gov Race
Lt. Gov. Lloyd H. H. Wood says President Eisenhower supports his bid for Pennsylvania governor after a Capitol luncheon with GOP leaders from across the state. The conference suggested harmony among rival factions, with Wood appearing upbeat about a possible primary fight and noting the President’s remarks about someday being his constituent.
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Tenn
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Pennsylva
Pope Pius II Advised Rest After Fatigue
Vatican sources report Pope Pius II in good general health but prescribe a long rest to recover from present fatigue. Doctors also urge him to slow down even after full recovery to regain strength.
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Dulles Attacks Chow En-lai as Five-Power Plan Faces Skepticism
Secretary of State Dulles delivered a blistering critique of Chow En-lai during the Big Four discussions. He argued Molotov aims to replace the United Nations with a five-power council including Red China, pressing for immediate German questions and warning against shifting global power.
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Mayor signs 1 percent wage tax to cover Pittsburgh budget
Pittsburgh Mayor David Lawrence signed a one percent wage tax law effective March 1. He defended the measure amid opposition as the best current fix for a budget aimed to balance a seven million dollar shortfall. The levy is expected to raise over six million dollars this year.
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David L. Lawrnnce
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POWs Head North From Panmunjom in Red Awakening
Twenty one Allied soldiers and one Indian left the Panmunjom compound in neutral zone for the North in red banners and trucks. The UN Command cited that nine of the 21 were accused stool pigeons and that many faced schooling or punishment if returning. Newsmen observed the exodus as the group carried peace dove banners and shouted anti imperialist slogans.
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AMA Defends Voluntary Insurance Against Public Health Plan
Washington AMA protests a distorted view of HAWCH health needs aiming to push a government controlled care system. AMA urges continued voluntary insurance and local aid for the indigent while opposing a broader public program. Dr Walter B Martin of Norfolk VA presents testimony for the AMA.
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Wilson's Authority Face Test in Pentagon Power Struggle
Supreme defense secretary authority under scrutiny as the Pentagon weighs whether Wilson can order dishonorable discharges for soldiers who stayed with Communist captors in Korea. The incident includes the Edward Dickenson court martial case and Eisenhower's concern over justice and proper procedure.
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Turnpike Link Length Could Shape Northwestern Extension
Harrisburg reports a major obstacle to the North Western Extension of the Pennsylvania Turnpike. The Johnstown route may be longer than the Erie Pittsburgh alternative, a factor likely to influence the commission's decision on the project.
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Erie C C Represents at Moet Corry Assemblyman Remarks
Waterhouse of the Erie Chamber of Commerce attended a Harrisburg hearing as a neutral representative. He said meetings are planned with turnpike officials and New York and Ohio officials to discuss building a Erie County crossroad linking toll roads. Construction aims for simultaneous opening of the sections.
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Bre Chamber of Commerce
Erie Turnpike Extension Routes Mapped to Erie Area
The Erie Turnpike Association urged the commission to value extensions through Cambria Indiana Armstrong Jefferson Clarion Verango and Crawford counties totaling about 160 miles and a 100 mile link to the Monroeville interchange north of Pittsburgh. Evans favored the Johnstown Erie link for job relief and reduced congestion, stressing bonds must sell to finance the project. Costs vary from 160 to 320 million for Erie Johnstown and 100 to 200 million for Erie Pittsburgh. Tink and Allegheny Valley leaders weigh two route options for Erie extension.
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Erie
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Pittsburgh
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REA Loan Request For Co operative Expansion
The Rural Electrification Association decided Tuesday night to apply for a 128000 loan to fund expansion projects over the coming year. Willan G Wenner says the plan includes 216 new burner units and transformers to serve about 400 members, with expected increased electrical demand. The request will go to the Rural Electrification Administration and then to the association’s board if approved.
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Pennays- Yanla State University
Alan G. Fox Named General Manager At Thomas Motors
Lawrence Thomas of Thomas Motors Inc announces Alan G. Fox of Washington D C is appointed general manager of the local Chevrolet Agency on Clinton Street. Fox has managed Chevrolet agencies in Lancaster Pa Findlay and spent 12 years at the Chevrolet factory plus recent work with Packard. Thomas plans to retire from executive duties and Fox will relocate here with Thomas. Current supervisory staff remains unchanged including Robert Lewis sales manager Frank Wise service manager Walter Caddy parts manager and Lois McCray accountant.
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Thomas Motors, Inc
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Alan G. Fox
Washington, D. C
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Clinton Street
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Findlay
Packard Motor Car Co
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Robert Lewis
Frank Wise
Walter Caddy
Loix McCray
CLEAR WAY FOR STATE TO WIDEN ROUTE 8
Interstate Commerce Commission and Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission approval needed for relocating grade crossings to widen a Route 4 stretch. Erie and New York Central Railroads raised no objections at a PUC hearing. State plans a four lane highway for a mile long segment starting one mile north of here and extending 14 miles south of the city.
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Pranklin
Interstate Commerce Commission
Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission
Erie
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Eisenhower Hails Prosperity and Signals Economic Plans
President Eisenhower called the nation marvelously prosperous and predicted a recovery from a brief dip. He pledged to use government powers to prevent a low mood, including possible tax cuts, credit liberalization, and public works financed by deficits if needed. He urged Congress to take bold steps to protect and promote economic stability.
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President Pushes Delay on Minimum Wage Increase Plan
President Eisenhower urged Congress to delay any 75 cent hourly minimum wage boost while the economy improves. He questioned the value of a legal pay floor for fighting poverty as labor officials pushed for a higher rate. Mitchell supported expanding coverage to about 24 million workers, with debate on extending to ~10 million more.
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Washington
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Congress
Secretary of Labor
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CIO
Eisenhower outlines broad economic program aims
The article summarizes President Eisenhower’s 25,000 word message proposing unemployment and old age insurance protections, higher benefits, federal aid for public works, housing stimulants, tax revision, highway improvements, new firm program and a tariff program to bolster foreign trade. He calls the plan an action for growth and stability and notes current economy shows strength with record production and steady prices.
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