23 Jul 1952
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1952
Page
1
Fragmentary notice shows a pupil project in Bern Pennsylvania with a phone contact and price at 8 dollars. It mentions four brokers and a cottage and a date code 62 but the rest is unreadable. The exact action or deadline remains unclear.
Cairo reports say General Mohammed Naguib led a military coup that toppled Egypt’s government, taking control of key streets as the army announced the action was to halt corruption. King Farouk and Premier Hilaly Pasha faced abrupt changes amid a wave of reshuffles. The BBC and Associated Press described a quiet capital with banks guarding main avenues as Naguib claimed the move was military, not political. London diplomats weighed the anti corruption pledge and hopes for stability in the palace crisis.
International CIO Brewery Workers representatives met with negotiators from Duquesne Fort Pitt and Pittsburgh Brewing to pursue a settlement after three months of dispute. Union officials had requested the session following last week's wage proposal for 2100 workers. The combined offer calls for a 22 percent hourly pay increase and a two year contract, with current scales and demands not disclosed.
Forecasters warn of scorcher conditions with a forecast high near 90 to 95 degrees. Thunder showers were forecast for the Curry district but may not materialize. officials urge residents to stay hydrated and limit outdoor activity as heat intensifies.
In Chicago, David J. McDonald of the CIO United Steelworkers endorsed Averell Harriman as his personal choice for the Democratic presidential nomination, citing Harriman’s stance as opposed to Adlai Stevenson. McDonald arrived with Pennsylvania delegates and will address leaders from many states, while Dayiet M. Roberts remains Stephensons critic aligned with Truman.
Four residents flee a three apartment blaze in a nearly century old Centerville residence owned by the Clark heirs. The fire started in a second floor kitchen pit stove causing major rear damage while the front section near Centerville Five Hall was saved. Fire crews from Centerville Bloomfield Townville and Spartansburg contained the fire by 20 a m today with no serious injuries reported.
A heated rift tore union leadership as miners chief Job Lewis accused CIO stalwarts Walter Reuther George Harrison and Jack Kroll of political maneuvers to block Alben Barkley’s presidential bid due to age. Barkley withdrew after the blast, amid reports of White House favoritism and behind the scenes talks with Estes Kefauver Harriman and Roosevelt Jr.
Tehachapi firefighters report a third day of strong earthquake shocks across Southern California. A 2:53 a.m. tremor lasting about one minute damaged Tehachapi, with 11 dead from the prior quake and tens of billions in damages. Los Angeles area and Bakersfield felt shocks, windows rattled, minor damage.
Governor Harris signed several pardons proposed by the State Pardons Board at its June session. The list includes Jack Edward Hell of Beaver County for robbery, Robert W. Wink of Carbon County for statutory lien, William Thompson of Centre County for breaking and escaping prison, Clement T. Fils of Clinton County for burglary, and Sain Leroy Watson of Indiana County for burglary.
The platform outlines a revised civil rights plank promising equal voting and work opportunities for Negroes and other minorities, while stressing security and an end to discrimination based on race, color, religion, or origin. It avoids controversial specifics for Southern voters and reiterates support for Taft-Hartley reform as inadequate. The foreign policy plank centers on world peace and continued UN-backed action in Korea, phrased to condemn aggression and urge a fair peace settlement. It also calls for revising immigration laws to remove unjust biases against national groups contributing to the nation’s progress.
General Dwight D. Eisenhower organized a talks plan with three key supporters at his Fraser Colorado ranch. Sen. James Duff of Pennsylvania, Dan Thornton of Colorado, and Ralph Cake from Ohio accompanied him. He will meet Vice Presidential candidate Richard Nixon at the ranch Sunday and discuss a Denver meeting with Gov. Sherman Adams who agreed to be political chief of staff and liaison to the Republican National Committee.
In Munsan Korea Deadigeked armistice negotiators debated the prisoner exchange issue for seven minutes in secret. Communists broadcast a gloomy outlook for an early settlement. Another closed session is planned at Panmunjom for Lt m tomorrow at 6 p.m. EST.
Washington reports a closure of We Army shell making plants amid a steel shortage. The Defense chief and Presidential Assistant John A Steelman were in ongoing talks with union and industry spokesmen to seek new negotiations. Officials warned shipments of finished shells could be delayed for weeks.
Thirty five or so inmates seized control after a riot sparked by Frige Swenson, a life term killer, and hostages Cornelius Horgan and John Kerrigsa were released unharmed. Catholic chaplain credited with ending the eight to ten hour disturbance. Correction Commissioner Grossman pledged no promises and hinted at possible penalties. Gas and pepper spray used as guards contained the revolt.
Topeka reports a four engine B 29 crashed moments after takeoff from Forbes AFB killing all crew. Witnesses saw an engine on fire as it left the field then it banked and burned in a southeast Topeka area. Names to be released after next of kin notification.
Harry Hiss, once a State Department official, loses a third trial appeal claiming forgery by typewriter. Judge Henry W. Goddard states no new evidence could likely yield acquittal. Hiss, 47, is serving a five year sentence at Lewisburg Federal Prison in Pennsylvania.
Senator Mahany announced after talks with George Cartwright of the Department of Highways that two safety islands will be installed on Route 77 at the Riceville crossing to slow traffic and add warning signs. If accidents persist, blinkers may follow, funded by Bloomfield township. Visibility has improved due to nearby grading for a service station.
Engineer B Bitner of Renovo spotted twisted rail ahead while traveling about 50 mph near Stonsham. He hit emergency brakes and halted the No 501 passenger train before a derailment. Heat this week likely warped the rail. After stopping, Bitner and crew inspected the defect and slowly moved the train forward, finishing only ten minutes late. Trustees begin Geneva College terms as Wilcox and Bliss take seats.
Report notes rising anti American sentiment in Iran amid dispute over British Iranian case at the World Court. Breach of trust cited as influences include statements attributed to Iranian leaders and criticism of Western involvement.
About 200 veterans who served with Company A Infantry are due to arrive in the city for a Friday and Saturday reunion. The event, hosted by Lt Archie W Thompson Post Veterans of Foreign Wars, includes an officers election, a buffet lunch, and a Friday floor show. A new air chaotic time unit system will be demonstrated at the VW home over the weekend.
Wendell D. Rubright, 48, died Monday from injuries after a home attack in Butler County. Investigators say Rubright aided an inquiry into milk irregularities in Pittsburgh by passing marked money to Fred Billott, Pittsburgh Health Department chief sanitarian, who is charged with extorting 5000 dollars from Rubright. The trial has been delayed several times because of Rubright's death.
United Nations planes and artillery battered Old Baldy as Chinese infantry watched the Allied main line. U.N. troops held two small extensions on the southeast slope of the hill west of Chorwan, about 100 yards below the crest.
In Chicago at the Democratic convention party veterans retook control and aimed to push Stevenson as the nominee. A loyalty pledge clash and indirect White House influence shaped the floor fights as Northern and Southern delegations clashed over platform and candidacy.
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