Ground troops reported doing well in war so far
Army and Air Force chiefs return from Korea to say troops are glad and confident, plans to speed decisions on mobilizing American resources discussed, while recommendations from the Pentagon and White House remain pending. Admiral Peter F. Fischeler dies at 95 in San Diego. General Evangeline Booth near death in Hartsdale New York.
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Ecuador Police Quell Uprising
Early reports from Guayaquil describe a revolt erupting in the city with leaders reportedly arrested by government forces. An army statement later placed Captain Hugo Gavilanes and others in custody at a military battalion headquarters while authorities claimed nationwide disruption under control.
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Capitel
Carlos Guevara Moreno
Devoeed
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Pennsylvania Week Train to Miss Corry Celebrated Locally
Alehond Lothery of the Chamber of Commerce plans a Pennsylvania Week celebration this fall with the Pennsylvania Week Special. A statewide rail tour will involve the Baltimore and Ohio, Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania and Reading railroads. The train will run from Harrisburg in October to Warren and then south to Titusville and Corry Erie and Meadville, with a half hour program at each stop. Justice Robert A Jackson is invited to return for the festivities, following his nomination for the Pennsylvania Ambassador award by 85 former residents.
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Warren
Titusville
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Supreme Gore Justic
Robert A Jackson
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Chamber of Commerce
Pennsylvania
Marines Ask Women Vets to Volunteer for Duty
The Marine Corps urged women veterans to volunteer for extended active duty within the United States. A Defense Department statement set an initial quota including enlisted women and small numbers of lieutenants and captains from the Women Marines reserves. The first group returning to duty east of the Mississippi will report to Camp Lejeune, North Carolina.
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Marine Corps
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United States
Defense Department
Women Marine Reserves
Misssippi
Camp LeJeune
M.C
County to supply 238 in draft exams
Inducted to be part of 288 men scheduled for pre induction physicals in Erie county. Harrisburg announced 11,083 men aged 19 to 25 will soon be examined to fill Pennsylvania's 1001 draft quota. Lt. Col. Henry M. Gross said county counts are not yet broken down. With a statewide quota of 1401, more men will be inducted locally. Birth dates will order the call, with those nearing 26 first.
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Gorey
Erle County
Harrisburg
Pennsylvania
Defense Department
Henry M. Gross
State
Anlective Service
Tneir
Building bids sought by club for Italian American addition
The Italian American Club on West Main Street seeks bids for a one story 10 foot by 8 foot addition to the current club rooms. If accepted, the building will be erected on the west side of the present rooms and include dance hall rest rooms entertainers' rooms with a uniform front of permanent stone. Bids open August 1 after earlier bids were deemed too high and revisions were ordered. In other news, William Becker of Reading becomes state commander of the Military Order of the Cootie.
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Additio
West Main Street
Babson Forecast Warns of Prosperity Danger About to Strike
Babson W. Nansur warns that a rise in prosperity signals an imminent stock market crash. He cites past crashes in 1807, 1914, 1921, 1932, 1847 and 1942, noting the next downturn will surprise most people. He argues the outlook hinges on market trends, consumer debt, and easy home financing amid wartime expenditure.
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Rager W. Nansur
Babson Park
Massy
Sky
Disputed railroad plans stall safety upgrade at Erie crossing
Erie and Pennsylvania Railroad officials trade replies over Center street and First avenue crossing protection. A E Kriesier says action will come soon while Teufel cites lengthy negotiations for a joint protection system. The project hinges on contract terms and council interest as talks drag on.
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Hollie
A. E. Ketesien
Evie’ Westernistrict
Supl
W. O. Teufel
Kriesier
Hender
Cartiers
Seaside Resort Fire Destroys Hotels and Stores
A $500,000 blaze swept 14 buildings in Hampton Beach New Hampshire destroying one hotel four restaurants a penny arcade and several rooming houses and other businesses. No serious injuries were reported. The fire cut a 200 foot front and burned for about ninety minutes before being checked near the Casino dance hall. Authorities aided by the Chamber of Commerce provided shelter for about 100 visitors. The fire started in a small photo shoot restaurant behind the Dudley Hotel.
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Cowars
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Uttle
Chamber of Commerce
Dudley
Area boy crushed under earth mover near his home
East Springfield report says Richard Brenholts, 9, died Friday when a large earth moving machine rolled over him during construction on Fortie 20 near his home. Edgar Yoxtheimer, 26, Shefield, failed to halt the out of control vehicle and the boy was trapped under the left front tire.
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Richardt Brenholts
Elwood Brenholts
D. J. Girard
Richard
Fortie 20
Edgar Yoxtheimer
Shefield
Jets in War Role Highlighted by Air Force Chiefs
AP report quotes Brigadier General Streateneyer praising jet fighters as dominant in the Far East air war. He notes F-80s flew about 70 percent of combat sorties, performing ground-attack tasks and rocket work effectively. He counters claims jets lack suitability for ground strafing, citing speed and endurance as strengths.
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Four Days Left to Enter Box Car Derby
Local recreation director Lowe Banna urges youths aged 10 to 15 to submit Box Car Derby entries by Wednesday after noon. About 52 blanks have been taken at Thomas Chevrolet with 12 returned at Corry Journal. prizes include deluxe bicycle for the winner and autographed Indians baseballs for the top finisher, with other awards for place and participation.
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Lowe Banna
Cleveland Indians
Local Woman To Repay PSES Funds Case Details
A Pennsylvania Employment Service file shows a local woman repaying $112 in unemployment benefits after giving birth and missing a payment. Stewart Long, PSES manager, warned fraud is punishable while noting the eight-week payout was judged improper and no prosecution was pursued. In a separate incident, Wendy Crenithaw survived a five-story fall, landing in a man's lap, and was listed in undetermined condition at Casualty Hospital with possible head injuries.
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Pennsylvania Employment Service
Stewart Long
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Corry Hospital
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Washington
Fairv Cere
Wendy Crenithaw
Casualty Hospital
Auto Industry Plans On New Models In Wartime Shift
Detroit July 15 The auto industry outlines current plans amid war demands as car makers maintain peacetime employment and prep 1951 models while awaiting exact war production orders. Industry surveys seek suitable arms output, though conversions face weeks to alter lines and tools, with coordination between auto plants and military procurement highlighted.
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Associated Press
Detroit
Ih Ie
Pearl Harbor
Plane fire kills sick man during landing in Los Angeles area
Lev H. Prichard Jr., 42, strapped to a cot in an ambulance plane, burned to death when fumes caused flames on landing. The U S border patrol said the plane made a perfect landing and the cause remained unknown. Photographs by J P Jones of Van Nuys, California accompany the report. A later note mentions Eliza Denise turning 101 in Pittsburgh with a taste for TV and beer.
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Lev. H. Prichard, Jr
Oldshams City
San Antonio
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U.S
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van Nuys
Calif
UN Urges Aid in Korea and Police Action debated at UN
Secretary General Terseveble appeals for all out fighting aid to halt North Korean aggression in Korea. Dissenting Soviet bloc and Yugoslavia show retreat while others offer supplies and support. UN budget and funds for Jerusalem remain unsettled amid calls for a police action.
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Costa
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Security Council
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Jerusalem
Corry Sizzles as Mercury Climbs to 43 Degrees
Corry residents shield against unseasonable heat as a cold wave drives temperatures to a record high near 42 degrees above normal for mid July. Forecasters report the cold snap is statewide with central regions warmer and showers possible, while crews stay on alert for humid conditions.
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Pennsylvania
Ceiling Collapse Injures Four at Pittsburgh Restaurant
In Pittsburgh on July 15 a large ceiling section collapsed at Thompson's restaurant on Sixth Avenue just before midnight. About 20 patrons were inside when a 20 by 80 foot area gave way, injuring four slightly. Firemen rescued the injured and treated others at a hospital for minor injuries. A restaurant spokesman estimated the damage near 36000.
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Pittsburgh
Sixth Avenue
Thompson's
MacArthur says crossing of Kum is no cause for alarm
General MacArthur said the Kum River crossing posed no alarm as American and South Korean forces held positions north and west of Taejon while facing a large Chinese advance. He noted withdrawals and rear guard actions to await reinforcements amid intensified frontline fighting and two potential envelopment movements.
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Gasoline Tank Blast Disrupts Terre Haute
A gasoline storage facility explosion at a Mid-Continent Petroleum plant in Terre Haute caused hundreds of thousands of dollars in damage. A truck driver, Carl Lee, was slightly hurt as debris rained on nearby shops. Police linked the blast to prowlers, with two men seen atop a tank before the explosion.
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