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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 1953
Page
1
An OCR filled with names, addresses, and scattered details shows various ads and notices. It mentions phone numbers, street names, and personal references in a jumble with references to individuals such as Mrs Wright and Joe Cohen and to addresses like 4221 Mee and 324 Washington Street.
Two missing rifles from the Pennsylvanian hunters slain in Gaspe were recovered near the rugged Gaspe Peninsula area along with binoculars and a cap. The victims were Eugene Lindsey the elder 45 his son Richard 17 and Fred Claar 20 all from Hollidaysburg PA. Robbery is suspected as motive.
President Eisenhower faces a choice as Congress passes a bill to extend the 20 percent tax cut on movie theater tickets. A signed bill would cause an estimated 100 million dollar annual revenue loss, prompting pleas for further relief. veto would reject a measure backed by top Republicans Knowland Millikin and Nixon allies. The House and Senate approved the plan by overwhelming voice votes.
A frigid spell ends the work week with temperatures dipping to a low around 39 degrees and a high near 70 today. Forecasters expect a rise in temperatures tomorrow though skies remain cloudy.
Edwin Flower a 40 year old resident of 208 Ovchord Park Drive Pils was fishing with his wife Lot at Canadohta Lake when their rented rowboat tipped. Mrs Flower managed to reach shore and raise an alarm as Mr Flower disappeared under the water. Cottage residents rushed to assist and pulled Mrs Flower aboard while authorities continued the search.
Two men were arrested after a brawl near the European Hotel. Donald Melnka, 25, and Everett Clie, 29, pleaded guilty to disorderly conduct before Alderman Cobbett and paid fines of 1,89 each. They were released. Melnka is due to report to an Army base in August. An injuring incident occurred in a jail cell requiring a physician.
In Washington a Senate bill proposing a pay raise for members of Congress is called sneaky and a backdoor approach by House Republicans. Republicans Halleck and Burdick urge committee review while resisting a direct vote. Burdick says the proposal undermines accountability and doubted serious House consideration.
A Harrisburg bill to appropriate 25000 for Drake Well Memorial Park restoration passed the House and goes to Governor. Funds support completing a replica of the cradle and birthplace of the historic petroleum industry. Work will be done by the State Historical and Museum Commission.
Allied pilots report heavy fighting as Chinese forces launch a renewed assault on Marine positions along the Western Front near Pasmunjom. Air losses include more than 10 Allied planes down in enemy territory. Marines resist a major push with counterattacks and artillery as reports on exact Marine casualties remain undisclosed.
In the Virginia Tennessee border region two additional polio cases were reported yesterday. Total cases rise to twenty three in Tennessee and twenty four in Virginia as health officials monitor the outbreak. About 150000 residents live in Bristol and Washington County Virginia and Sullivan County Tennessee.
In Harrisburg the House and Senate moved toward adjournment after approving a joint conference report on reapportionment. The House plan expands membership from 208 to 210 and shifts seats among counties, while the Senate kept plans in committee and killed a House-backed wage and compensation bill. Indiana missing man alert broadens as police search extends near Naz.
Assorted press report notes legislative backing for coastal improvements. The proposal covers seawall repairs and shoreline protections with funding details and gubernatorial engagement. The measure aims to bolster coastal resilience against storm and erosion impacts.
A vehicle fashioned as an armored car crashed near the border, injuring eight people including a family of four and two soldiers. The incident occurred as guards chased the craft westward through heavily defended areas, with authorities noting the driver fled toward nearby towns. Continued on Page two.
Early morning blaze on County Line Road in Douglas County razed a structure housing 200 two week old chicks. Fire units were called but could not save the building. no insurance on the property or contents was reported. Mr. Cousins of Raymond Mfg. Co. noted the loss.
Janitor Ches Fleck reports a break in at the Troian American Club on West Main Street. Police note coin boxes forced open, some cash missing, and possible suspect fleeing the scene. An investigation underway as officers search the building for prints and evidence.
Rumors swirl that East Germany’s top Red Gestapo head Wilhelm Zassorthday is under arrest in Berlin during a purge. Reports claim he will return to lead both army and police as a massive Communist shakeup reshapes state control under the Interior Ministry and 100,000 police.
The Third Marine Division headquartered at Camp Pendleton was ordered to move to Korea. General Hagerty said details are uncertain and could affect the division’s post in the Far East. The announcement came as tensions rose in the region and a reshuffle of Marine forces was disclosed.
Babson Park Mass leader argues profit sharing hinges on prosperity and profits. He notes plans mostly cover wages and depend on management generosity and market conditions, warning gains vanish in downturns and workers push for higher wages when profits fall.
Reports from Tokyo and Seoul indicate plans for the Korean armistice signing are in flux as senior commanders may sign later and new conditions are discussed. Gen. Mark Clark and North Korea's Kin Supegnce were among those to be involved, with U.S. and Korean officials seeking a security pact and unified postwar arrangements.
The Jame Committee of the Corry Area Joint Schools met Thursday to review the new tool building project. A contractor found it feasible to raise the grade above specifications with surplus earth, but directors postponed action pending further investigation. A plan to replace two eight inch drains with one was discussed, with officials seeking architect confirmation for capacity.
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