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29 Jul 1950
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1950
Page
1
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Backers of President Truman’s request for limited economic controls mobilize support in Congress and the administration to stem a dangerous sentiment. Senate brokers push for action on control proposals as labor data show wholesale price pressures and production figures suggest a widening wartime mobilization.
Wytheville reports continued polio surge with 18 counties affected in Virginia’s southwest west of Roanoke. Floyd Patrick Carroll and Russell counties report first cases, Washington County records first cases and two suspected. Wytheville town adds three new victims, totaling 1056 since July in a 24 000 population area with 11 deaths.
Fire risk from a coal pile near East Street escalated as workers shifted about 100 tons of coal from a bin to reduce spontaneous combustion near 190 degrees Fahrenheit. Authorities report strong sulfur fumes and a watch kept for days as crews remove the pile, with completion expected today.
Ten thousand Pennsylvania National Guardsmen of the 28th Infantry Division begin a two week Summer Camp at Indiantown Gap PA. Maj. Gen. Daniel B. Strickler leads the encampment with Brig. Gen. Thomas L. Hoban as second in command. Training includes weapons, field artillery, and mortar drills, with several non Federal units alerted for duty though no call is expected at present.
Ansamura N x river was arrested this morning for failure to halt at a stop sign by State Police at the local station. Frank C. Kissing of Elmira was cited after a two car crash at Routes 6 and 1 near Pollock's Bridge. He said he did not see the sign. His car hit the right side of a vehicle driven by Mrs Sue Barry of Cambridge Springs. Total damage to both autos was about 400.
July 29 reports from Brussels indicate a government state of siege, with troops mobilized to guard power stations and steel works as anti-Leninist protests surge in Liege and surrounding Brabant. Governor resignations and cordons target gatherings while industrial centers face disruption and mobs clash with authorities.
Local stores anticipate a price increase on cigarettes, with a one cent rise in the carload price and four cents on the carton, bringing packs to 21 or 22 cents and cartons to 82 or 92 cents. Major producers Reynolds, Moris, and Philip Morris already raised their own prices.
Associates Press reports Pennsylvania’s pre induction physicals show high pass rates. Lt Col Henry M Gross notes 155 of 274 examined in the first day meet Army requirements, suggesting few new examinations needed for the September draft. About 11,082 men aged 19 to 25 are on the list to be examined, with the October quota rising to 603 for the state.
Rep Vinson of the House Armed Services committee warned that the military may request additional funding beyond the current 25.0 billion dollar budget as mobilization plans for the Army Navy and Air Force evolve. He noted the next few months international developments could shape increases and outlined revised force targets through mid 1951. Six soldiers decorated for valor in Korea and meritorious service were announced by U S Eighth Army.
The disaster preparedness committee of the Red Cross will stand in for civilian defense in Corey until shortly after September 1. Chair Wales Scott announced, with Howard and Bolly among leaders, that the complete civilian defense plan won’t be ready by then. interim measures organize disaster relief and alert methods, with plans to integrate officials and avoid duplication under ongoing supervision.
The Pennsylvania Railroad announced plans to buy 5,000 new freight cars for about 27 million dollars to bolster its 122 thousand car ownership increase target. Beginning next Tuesday, 3,000 cars monthly will roll out from shops, supported by a 24 million dollar outlay, with 17,000 cars targeted for heavy repair and reconditioning. The move adds to earlier plans for 10,000 cars under rental, and aligns with industry moves by New York Central and others to expand freight equipment.
Members of United Auto Workers Local 16161 at the Raymond Mix Cu plant voted overwhelmingly to strike after a wage and pension proposal from the company. About 150 workers attended the meeting as negotiators faced impasses over a five cent raise, a pension plan, and a one cent pay boost. The vote triggers a six minute doubt period under board rules while talks continue with additional sessions planned next week to seek a resolution.
Washington reports a senate clash over European recovery aid and possible diversion of funds to arms programs. Truman plans a request for 4 billion dollars to arm allies, with bipartisan talks at the White House to shape a broader aid package.
A Brazilian passenger plane crashed near Porto Alegre in heavy weather, killing 49 people. Witnesses report the craft circled in the storm and struck a hill, with rescue teams rushing to the wreck in intense rains. Most aboard were Brazilians, including 40 passengers and crew, with officials confirming fatalities and the search continuing at the site tonight.
More than 100 former guardsmen gathered at Union City Post Home for the National Guard reunion. Attendees from the east and midwest traveled to reconnect with World War I and II buddies. The afternoon business meeting with officer elections was followed by a buffet dinner. A floor show and dance closed the event, held for the second time at the Union City Post, organized in 1946.
Babson Park Maes July 29 Roger W Babson discusses a major advertising piece by a steel plates company. He argues ads inform readers though nothing is for sale to the public and stresses the advertising return in merchandise sales over time. He notes trends that consumer goods ads may be curbed amid Korea concerns.
Strong counterattacks check communist push and pile up North Korea dead. No important changes reported in American line.
Tokyo July 29 American infantry held mountain positions under orders to fight to the death as General Walton Walker, commander of the 8th Army, visited front lines. He said the operation has entered its critical stage and that reinforcements would be sent, with no withdrawal from Korea. Red forces continued hammering the lines, with heavy casualties reported on both sides as Allied aircraft bombed and blocked further Korean advances.
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