10 Jul 1954
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1954
Page
1
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Senate Foreign Relations Committee met in a Saturday session to shape a foreign aid bill. A proposed $347 million reduction was debated as part of a multi billion dollar measure. Knowland urged a nuanced stance, while Flanders cautioned against inflammatory rhetoric. Administration critique cited in speeches.
London reports show housewives rising against post ration-free meat pricing. Women note steaks in shops after July 8 removal of government control, while prices doubled from rationing era. By weekend, prices fell to levels near pre-regulation. Dealers who anticipated no rush lose money, and most expect stabilization just above rationing-era ranges.
Unemployment in Union City woodworking plants climbed to 833 new claims in June from 185 in May, with seasonal chair-manufacture slump noted. Continued claims stood at 1,959, up from 1,835. only 12 hires occurred, and 109 applicants sought work, totaling 712 on file. Placements included one professional, four clerical and sales, one service, two skilled, one semi skilled, and three entry level positions.
City police broke up a prolonged fight on a vacant lot east of the Texas Ranch on West Main Street. John F. Clayton, 34, of Columbus ED 1, and Harold Gohn, 33, of Spring Creek, were arrested and jailed overnight awaiting a hearing. Alderman George Gordon found both guilty of disorderly conduct, fining Clayton 25 dollars plus costs and Gohn 10 dollars plus costs.
The local Red Cross chapter launched a drive to recruit at least 150 blood donors for the bloodmobile visit on July 20. Army and national demand for blood has risen sharply, with officials urging communities to meet the goal. Residents wishing to donate can schedule an appointment between 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. on July 20 by contacting the Red Cross office.
Wayne and Concord townships and Elgin borough may form a union district by merging three separate systems. Petitions seek voter approval this November, with state Department of Public Instruction review. A single district would redraw boundaries, elect one school board, and could boost state aid benefiting the three communities.
The Corry Chamber of Commerce Red Cross announces the Learn to Swim program running July through August at Canadohta Lake. Classes are split by age and skill with Junior Life Saving for 12 to 15 year olds and Senior Life Saving for those 16 and older. About 75 participants have registered, with a volunteer aide group already formed to assist on land and in the water.
About 2,200 Ohio Edison workers returned to their jobs after a nine day strike in seven Northern Ohio cities. Supervisors kept service steady for a population area of 1.5 million as workers approved an eight to nine cent hourly pay increase and improved hospitalization, alongside a four to eight cent raise in the hourly package.
Three governors report from a Far East survey for President Eisenhower urges Japan to engage in restricted and controlled trade with Communist China to foster self sufficiency and later economic recovery. They warn full survival and defense depend on access to Southeast Asian resources and markets. Governors Thornton Fine and Shivers concur. They also push faster warning systems in Okinawa and Korea and praise U S aid to South Korea.
Fear and resentment rise in Hanoi amid reports of a possible partition limit under a cease fire, with hundreds leaving daily and tensions feared to spark uprisings. Vietminh pressure increases and French forces prepare as civilians flee, fearing a shift of control and violence.
The European Hotel on East Main Street had its liquor license suspended for 60 days by the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board. The board cited unapproved additional business and serving intoxicated persons, noting prior enforcement visits and linking the action to an ongoing investigation.
The Inter American organizations protest the Mexican ambassador amid accusations of harboring Red refugees. The permanent committee calls for recall and reports a Guatemalan junta request. President Guzman faces pressure, with exile tones reported.
Corry residents unhappy with new county amendments must file appeals through elected assessors in each ward. Gregor says issues should go to the elected official, then to the county assessor’s department for processing. The county’s five year plan will revaluate about 80,000 properties, with final percentage set by county commissioners, likely around 40 percent. Local owners praise Gregor’s thorough analysis of properties before values are set.
Senate lawmakers clash on farm price supports as President Eisenhower faces pressure over extending high level parity relief. Sen. Young predicts a veto unlikely while Sen. Aiken warns a extension would fail without a presidential signoff. Aiken argues no new farm bill would pass if extended.
Roger W. Banoun reports Babson argues pension funds be invested in supermarket stocks to hedge against rising living costs. He cites retirees in New Boston New Hampshire and notes firms and government policy impact. Stocks suggested include A P Kroger American Stores Stop and Shop.
New proposal rejected at Paducah plant as strikers face ongoing walkout. Other workers at Oak Ridge return to work. court order likely to be sought if the Kentucky plant strike continues.
Striking CIO atomic workers at Paducah Kentucky faced possible Taft Hartley injunctive action after a back to work proposal by Labor Secretary Mitchell and others. Oak Ridge and Paducah unions split with Paducah backing the plan without wage guarantees, while Oak Ridge favored returning to work on condition of another walkout. The plants produce uranium for atomic and hydrogen bombs, and production remains at risk under possible court action.
A Pittsburgh boy Patrick Holler, 10, was injured in a rural Canadohta Lake crash when the vehicle’s windshield shattered. He suffered four front teeth lost and was taken to a local physician for treatment. Passenger David James, 55, also of Pittsburgh, was identified at the scene as the other occupant. State Police reported the incident occurred on a local road near Canadohta Lake with Marilyn Gilbert, 28, of Canadohta Lake listed in the report.
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