26 Jul 1951
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1951
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR notes reference Corry office and a red bare surface with a possible date in the 1950s. Readable bits imply an official notice or description but lack clear actions or outcomes.
Fragmentary text references an office water supply unit and related spread or failure. No clear names, places, dates, or outcomes are readable. The fragment does not provide verifiable actions or events for a complete summary.
Fragmented OCR reads show city procurement actions in Dallas with bid by Corry Peheoks and ABBEY Blivetn involved. Mention of bids, accepted percentages, and contact references appear, tied to a general city procurement notice and project details.
Washington July drive by Republicans to remove Dean Acheson from the State Department payroll faced two obstacles a vote shortage and a possible parliamentary snag. GOP factions split over the sale and Democrats solidified, leaving uncertain if enough votes exist to win. If amendments pass, Acheson could be removed unless the money bill ban is violated, and the proposal may require resubmission of his nomination or Senate confirmation for pay to continue.
Frank Costello, reputed underworld leader, is freed on $5,000 bail after pleading innocent to contempt of the United States Senate. Indicted gamblers Joe Adonis and Frank Trickson face arraignment. all deny Senate crime committee questions and await court.
The Corry district will test a seven way radio method by Penelec to link Mallie HMICE crews in Corry and nearby towns. Five trucks and a maintenance foreman will test the system, easing communications to remote sites beyond telephone reach and enabling Erie Warren links via a Corry office station next season.
Pennsylvania Gas Company adds a seventh well in Carter Hill near the first two producers. The new bore aims to tap the same underground pocket to relieve looming winter gas shortages as the utility expands installations and plans for next year. The effort follows its 1947 success and targets a local supply boost amid market tightness.
Washington July 26 The administration won a key vote as Senate House conferees approved a provision to permit rent rollbacks to the May 24 June 24 1950 level in newly declared defense areas. The conference committee merged this with a House bill barring rollbacks in those zones. Stabilization Director Eric John Sion urged adoption of the Senate plan. In Donora Pennsylvania merchants begin accepting wooden nickels as payment with 2 per nickel redeemed for regular currency at local banks.
Gen Doulas MacArthur launches a two day stop in Massachusetts to push his policy critiques of the Truman administration and test a potential 1952 bid. He frames no fixed party ties and hints at a broader campaign role while denouncing U.S. policy on Korea and domestic issues amid a partisan audience.
Senate Republican leader McCarthy says he may have to name 29 State Department workers under loyalty investigation despite the department’s refusal to confirm. He criticizes the delay as dangerous while the State Department argues many on the list are not current officials and all employees could face access limits if deemed a risk to security.
Harrisburg dispatch reports Dr Francis B Haas delaying comment on whether he will step down as superintendent when his term ends August 23 He said it is too soon to discuss the matter Erie county Republicans reportedly back Dr Herman Grose for the post with Grose formerly deputy secretary of public instruction and former Erie schools chief Robert M Breele of Cal Hernia Shute Taiehens College Washington county is also mentioned as a candidate Dr Haas has held the $22 000 annual post since 1926 and would reportedly earn about $15 000 under MOHANTACY in the ensuing term
Two Corry men are slated for induction into the Army under a statewide draft call. The August 29 announcement from the State Selective Service headquarters in Harrisburg lists 1,859 men to be drafted, with Meadville and several counties contributing in the same batch.
The 26th Division will depart Camp Atterbury Indiana for Fort Bragg North Carolina to take part in the Southern Pine maneuvers. An advance party leaves Saturday to prepare bivouac sites with rail and motor convoys. The main movement spans August 5 through August 10, with four overnight bivouacs and troop trains traveling in stages. Maneuvers run August 18 to September 2 before the division returns to Atterbury and prepares for deployment to Europe.
Frederick Vanderbilt Field, a financier linked to left wing causes, refused to say if he posted bonds for Communist leaders. He told the Senate panel he would not answer, as he sits under an 80 day jail term in New York for contempt of court after failing to disclose fund contributions and bonds for four co defendants tied to alleged plots against the government.
Weather bureau reports continuing heat in Pittsburgh and western Pennsylvania with temperatures expected to rise into the 90s over the next several days. The brief advisory notes hot conditions and risks to health, urging precautions for residents and workers.
President Truman said the resolute UN stand against aggression in Korea may have headed off a world war. He cited the UN’s actions in Korea as preventing breakdown of international security and the UN charter, stressing the clash was not for material gain but to preserve collective security and deter a broader conflict.
Thousands of worshippers arrive for the final day of nine day venation at St Ann's Monastery in Scranton. Police are on duty as crowds from distant towns travel by foot, train, bus, and car to attend services beginning at dawn. Bishop Hutey will give the papal blessing tonight at the shrine.
A federal grand jury in Pittsburgh opened a three day session to probe drug price practices in wholesale and retail sectors. William J. Maher, chief of the Midnite Attuities unit, and U S Attorney J Howard McGrath ordered the investigation into complaints against manufacturers distributors and retailers in the drug business.
A large crowd is expected as 10 youngsters race box cars on W Pleasant Street next Monday. Wyse will lead the event with rivals from First Avenue aiming for the crown and top prizes including bikes and a baseball gear set. The plan includes safety measures and a designated block of Pleasant for the run, with the finish near the junction of Hintot Street.
Washington July 20 The House Public Works committee killed legislation to authorize the St Lawrence Seaway power project. The 15 to 2 vote followed a motion by Rep Pinkel with several members voting against the bill. Supported by Republicans Angell McGregor and others, the measure was defeated after a party-line session.
The Justice Department announced eleven arrests of Communist party leaders in Los Angeles San Francisco and New York City as part of a broader crackdown following June seizures. Targeted figures include William Schneiderman California state committee chair and senior teammates who led the national executive. several convicted officials remain at large or defying imprisonment. The charges center on conspiracy to advocate overthrow of the U S government with sentences of three to five years for those convicted.
London July 6 Britain's cabinet met to decide whether to respond to Iran's oil nationalisation offer and seek talks with Tehran. Officials indicated the meeting aimed to gather more information before any move. British ambassador Shepherd reported to officials on the situation.
Harrisburg July 2. The Democratic state committee remained largely united against Judge Michiel Musmanno despite his decisive victory in the party’s Supreme Court nomination. Musmanno defeated Justice Grover C. Lapine for the nomination, but top Democrats indicated they would not actively back his November bid. Labor support aided Musmanno while Republicans favored Ladner, who has strong backing and appears set to win the November election. Continued on Page Four.
Corry Chamber of Commerce sponsored candidate Miss Joanne Miller, daughter of Ivan and Mrs Beaverdam Miller, is en route to Potato City for the county potato festival contest. Miss Miller is to join the field of potato growers’ daughters as judges prepare for the queen selection tomorrow afternoon near the festival grounds.
UN and Allied delegates approved a five point program guiding Korean armistice negotiations. First item approved concerns timing and scope while the others cover ceasefire logistics, exchange of prisoners, and military disengagement. The session featured heated debate on whether talks should stay within the 38th parallel.
The Federal Communications Commission will consider temporary grants of higher operating power to existing television stations as a relaxation of the four month old freeze. The move could extend the range of several stations now broadcasting at below maximum power, though a full end to the freeze is not expected before year’s end.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions names and districts but is largely unreadable. Limited readable elements include references to a district attorney and a political race. No coherent event or outcome can be determined from the surviving words.
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