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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1950
Page
1
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Corry school directors approved the 1950-51 budget totaling 328000 for the coming school year. Income adjustments cut anticipated revenue from mercantile and amusements taxes by about 5000 but state appropriations of 116980 were added, yielding a projected total of 303700 with a cash balance around 226700. Disbursements remained as previously published and salaries were set under state law, with supplements awarded to Coach Victor Cragg Jr and Principal Antoinette Baresi.
Citizens Committees call for Hoover Commission reforms to reduce government costs and manpower, urging Congress to adopt recommendations. Names listed include Senators Myers and Murti and Rep. Kearns with offices in Washington D C. Editor notes the item reflects Hoover Report findings and will continue daily in June.
Miss Rutt Bennett announced the Red Cross blood typing program will continue for another week at the plant sites. By today 1248 persons had been typed including workers at McTanes Steel Avro Supply and other local manufacturers.
German youths halted their border crossing strike at Lübeck after complying with West German police demands. They submitted to medical checks and refrained from chants as they moved to West German homes following a sleepless night in the no man’s land near the Berlin frontier.
Philadelphia Democratic treasurer Dilworth accuses GOP leaders Meehan Wittin and Fine backers of soft pedaling city government probes, warning of political upheaval if Fine is elected. He vows a governor bid from upstate. In Pittsburgh a Avalon Fire Dept member faces bond on arson related charges.
The Associated Press reports President Truman gains support for a proposed new cabinet department of health education and welfare. If approved, Ostur R. Rwine could become first secretary as opposition wanes, with hearings likely and debate over socialized medicine looming among critics.
State Police at Corey sub-station report 134 motorist arrests in April for speeding the month’s high. Officers conducted 350 patrols and logged 19471 miles. Two killed 11 injured in accident 13. One criminal arrest from two investigations. 144 requests for information and assistance.
Workers at Aero Supply Co. voted to strike by a 67 to 28 margin in a special meeting. The walkout supports demands for a new contract and wage increases, while management offered a three cent hourly raise contingent on benefits. Union negotiators warned the firm may face further talks in upcoming sessions.
President Truman asked Congress to appropriate 1,222,500,000 for a second year of arms shipments to more than a dozen nations including Atlantic pact allies. The plan funds weaponry, training, raw materials, and defense support for Europe, the Philippines, Korea, and other non Communist fronts amid growing Cold War pressure.
Johnstown Pa June 1 Donald Constable Jr 27 died after a new heart operation. Mrs George Roof will operate the Bsn Hall restaurant on West Street starting with Sunday dinners. Roof has 15 years experience in food service and previously ran kitchens at a hotel and country club.
In Tokyo on June 1 the Japanese Communist Party called a general strike for Saturday in protest of occupation forces and to influence the upper house elections. Reports say a rally near Imperial Plaza turned violent with attacks on U.S. soldiers and expulsions of demonstrators as authorities tried to limit services for Memorial Day.
Hard coal miners in the Panther Creek valley refused to work halting production in four large sections. About 6000 men walked out over hours disputes, a vote by the Panther Valley general mine committee of United Mine Workers locals. The dispute has involved the anthracite conciliation board.
Philadelphia June 1 14 year old Thelma Lee pleaded guilty to involuntary manslaughter in the death of 15 year old Dobalé Brown Judge Louis Gevin sentenced her to an indeterminate term at the Industrial Home for Women in Munay after hearing her plea yesterday The case stems from the fatal incident involving the two youths.
Acheson drew praise from Senate leaders and reporters after a questions and answers session in the Library of Congress. Democratic and Republican lawmakers said his testimony helped set the stage for future arms and foreign policy actions.
Philadelphia June 1 A federal judge will appoint counsel for Harry Gold who said he will plead guilty to acting as a courier for Russia's atom spy network. Gold asked the court to appoint an attorney who would help him deny intent to aid the United States. He was brought before U S District Judge James E McGranery after a May 23 bond set of 100000.
State Police cited Frain city driver for reckless driving after a crash south of Spartansburo at 6 15 p m yesterday. Iaid Platts 1950 Chevrolet rear ended Gerry Coates 46 of Spartensburg causing $300 damage to Platts car and $25 to Coates vehicle.
Nine sailors died when a patrol plane crashed and burned at Quonset Point. The Navy reported the crew captured the incident, with one officer and co-pilot escaping with minor injuries, while others were killed or burned. Examination notes suggest the aircraft encountered engine trouble before impact.
Mr and Mrs R B Perkins of this city completed the purchase of the Findley Lake confectionery and gasoline business from Mr and Mrs O Steele. They take over the building, fixtures, and equipment and plan remodeling and a cafe with realty sales. The Steeles will keep an Erie apartment building and continue some almond products retail. Perkins plans to end his East Smith Street garage venture and devote full time to the Findley Lake enterprise.
County notice packets reveal real estate taxes totaling 39 424 and personal property 44 526, sum 44 050, up from last year. Tax rates are ten mills on real estate and four on personal property. Taxpayers may pay with a five percent rebate by August or September, then a two percent penalty applies.
Mrs Sara Cortazzo age 108 dies at home in Wilmerding after birth in Salerno in 1842 and emigration to the United States at age 80. Her husband Pasquale Cortazao, a stonemason, died here at age 80.
Washington reports Senator Knowland links a Red network from the Communist party to Amerasia and into the State Department. The Amerasia case involved FBI OSS papers seized 1943. six arrested including John Service Kate Mitchell and Philip Duffie. pleas and fines followed. some charges dropped.
Associated Press reports three accidental deaths in the Pittsburgh area within 24 hours. A 14 year old, Denver Mace, drowned in Brust Creek near his New Sewickley home. Roy Mitchell, 13, attempted a rescue and was struck by a car in Kennedy township, killing diver Charles Baumearlner, 45, of McKees Rocks. An infant smothered in a Mt. Washington home and Warren Stewart Jr. found dead in the Allegheny River near Highland Park are noted. Police investigate possible foul play in East Liberty.
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