22 Jul 1950
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 22, 1950
Page
1
The readable text lists various items and parts such as pulleys and floor coverings, with unclear phrases about an electric element and room layouts, resembling a damaged inventory note or catalog fragment.
Fragmented text snippets mention towns and names in a distorted OCR pass. The readable portions reference taxes, a place called Ty, an entity in New York, and various garbled terms suggesting financial or civic notes. The exact event, date, and participants are unclear due to corruption.
The House Armed Services Committee plans a Monday inquiry into how prepared the United States is for defense. A push to raise manpower aims to surpass 2,080,000 in uniform as services call up reserves and the air force weighs a week from now whether to draft World War II veterans if needed.
Roger W. Babson reports from New York City on a consensus view among influential insiders. They warn that neither the United States nor Russia can afford a new world war and propose gradual influence to deter communism. They favor mutual compromises, with possible U S and Soviet withdrawals from Korea and Berlin respectively, to keep Europe stable and preserve employment at home.
About 6,000 Pennsylvania National Guardsmen faced an early duty call after a two week summer training in Indiana, as the Army said non divisional guardsmen would be mobilized for active service. The 28th Division at Fort Indiantown Gap was not expected to be called immediately and would proceed with its two week encampment starting July 29.
Two cars collided on Route 6 about 12:15 this morning a half mile east of Union City. Driver Robert Wilkins 17 Union City and Walter Ingalls 16 Elgin were uninjured. Wilkins stopped suddenly and Ingalls rear ended him causing about 200 dollars damage to Wilkins and 150 dollars to Ingalls. Investigating officers would decide on citations.
King Leopold returns from ten years in exile to Belgium amid a polarized nation. He lands at Haren with heavy guards and meets Premier Duylengart as opposition parties threaten. A royal address offers little on his plans, with Crown Prince Boudo won arriving separately and rumors of a shift to the heir.
The Army formally lists Maj. Gen. William F. Dean of the 24th Division as missing in Korea with indications he has been wounded. Gen. MacArthur reports a trusted interpreter’s phrase suggests Dean’s capture or injury as hope remains for his return with separated personnel groups. In Toledo, Dowler Jarvis workers approve a new contract in a vote 8,811 to 1,045, covering about 5,500 casters across four plants and joining UAW bargaining.
Local police report Corey Moore of R3 was arrested for driving too fast for conditions after a two car collision on New Center Street. Cars skidded 44 feet, indicating high speed. one parked vehicle suffered front-end damage. Driver of the second vehicle was not identified.
Farmers from across the state head to the Dodd farm east of Cory on August 8 for a field day. Demonstrations include tul ups, potatos, and loading contest, with 25 new varieties shown from Camp Potato in Potter County. Local breeders Nixon and McPherson will explain traits as machinery displays and ditching demos unfold.
Arlington police report says Lee, arraigned before Alderman M S Cobbett, pleaded not guilty to assault and battery and breach of peace after a family quarrel with his wife Mary. Arrested last night by Constable John Culler. Case continued to allow attorney. bail set under $300.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics announced the sharpest price rise in two years with May to June increases and food prices surging about 24 percent. The June index shows broad inflation before the Korean conflict, led by meats and produce, as consumer buying and wholesale costs also climbed while retail sales reached a record level for June.
Eight-time starter tag will finish next Monday evening for five heats two semi finals and the final tuning of the city's first Box Car Derby on South Center street A field of 18 derby hopefuls weighing in at Thomas Chevrolet agency last evening for the weighing and inspection Uses weights and drivers as determinants Final heats list includes John Orcutt Micknel layner Thomas Elelyakt William Kerstetter Donald Prosser Larry Davis Frank Kerstetter John Mountain Melvyn Blynt Ted Elhgastl Richard Sorenson Eric or Lloyd Lataphere Walter Kornileski Dimes Kelsey and Howard Bhensvoo
The Baltimore and Ohio fastest freight train The Time Saver jumped the track near a western Pennsylvania town. The lead locomotive and 82 cars derailed, seventeen cars and a pusher engine remained on the rails. Engineer Simon J. Brown was treated for scalp lacerations and leg abrasions and released. Cause under investigation as 200 feet of double track was damaged and traffic rerouted.
AP reports sightings of Russian submarines near Grand Banks and Saint John’s area. Naval officials say no confirmation and no comment on the claims. Earlier statements noted U S submarines training in Canadian waters with no believed incursions.
Chic ago July 24 the American Meat Institute reports a downward price trend after panic buying during the Korean conflict. It notes freezer demand and a record pork crop, but says supply should remain adequate. Consumers are urged to buy only as needed and avoid overbuying fancier cuts.
Associated Press reports Washington July 22 with Congress gridlocked Senator Connally predicts delay beyond the $12 21 5 million authorized for foreign military aid. Truman signals possible request up to 6 000 000 000 for allied nations as Congress acts to extend enlistment, curb nonessential public works, and accelerate military mobilization amid postwar tensions.
A special meeting of the Iota Merchants Bureau of the Chamber of Commerce is called for next Tuesday at 6 30 p m in the large pavilion at Mesa Park. President Jack Stahl says the session will be preceded by a picnic supper and urges members to bring family and their menus boxes. The main business includes decisions on when Fall Carry Day sales will be held and plans for joint activities with the Potato Festival during Pennsylvania Week.
American troops pushed Koreans from two eastern towns but fell back on Taejon front as a vast Communist pincer moves toward cutting the Pusan supply line. MacArthur reported heavy fighting, two days of side-by-side pressure, and ongoing withdrawals to better positions. Continued near Taejon with no penetration of lines, per AP.
In Corry area incidents two men were injured and treated at Corry Hospital. Robert Knickerbocker, 29, of Liberty Street, suffered a severely crushed big toe on his right foot after a chain broke while moving a steel billet with a chain hoist. the billet weighed over 2,000 pounds and pierced his toe. John Burj of Columbus suffered the amputation of the tip of the first finger on his right hand yesterday evening when a fly wheel whipped while he worked to free a jammed baler. hospital staff attended the scene and treated him.
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