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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1953
Page
1
Fragmentary text appears to reference a church, a contact in Corry Pennsylvania, and a date in January or February. The readable items suggest a church entry or notice with an appointment or contact person, but details are incomplete and uncertain.
The fragmentary clipping notes a sale of items labeled Near neavy ts 55 and Ex tiims. Unable to confirm full item names or sale context due to damaged text. No clear dates, locations, or organizations readable.
Allied and Communist negotiators met in secrecy for 19 minutes as reports of progress on prisoner exchange boosted hopes for a Korea armistice. A South Korean source said no new proposal was made. observers awaited further clarification and possible advances tonight.
Erie County 1953 Cancer Crusade totals indicate 35912 raised with 9500 credited through Community Chest and a public close report by Arthur Sheriff, general chair, praising volunteer cooperation. Funds will support cancer research education and direct patient services and aim to boost participation.
Pinza won the Epsom Derby at Terry England with Sir Gordon Richards riding for the big triumph in 38 attempts. Queen Elisabeth I’s Ate Feld finished second and French colt Pink Horse, owned by Prince Said Touscoin, took third as 27 starters raced the mile and a half event. Two late scratches altered the field.
McInnes Steel Co on East Main street announces a major expansion with a 6 percent plant size increase. Construction begins within weeks, to finish by August, at an estimated cost of 160000. The L shaped addition includes 50 foot bays totaling 320 feet and will connect to the forge shop with a roof bridge. Details cover overhead cranes, new flooring, and access through dual doors on north and south sides. A grading program and a 200 foot eastward extension to the rail will aid unloading and parking for staff.
The official high yesterday reached 88 degrees with the warmest night of the year at around 50 degrees. Humidity and heat lingered, but a breeze offered brief relief and forecasters predicted a cooler day ahead.
Tang u Korea Satlay An Air Force officer was arrested and charged with premeditated murder and conspiracy to commit murder in the shooting of Bang Soon on a base near Pusan. The case also involves Robert We both and Airman First Class Thomas L. Kinder, who were returned from the United States for trial.
British Foreign Secretary Anthony Eden is in New England Baptist Hospital awaiting a gall bladder operation after a rough flight from London. The 1st year old statesman appeared pale and tired but smiled on arrival at Logan International Airport. Eden, who underwent gall bladder surgery in England, will be operated on for a third time by Dr. Richard Cattell of Boston's Tinley Clinic.
In a New York City piece, the author notes readers describe four main unemployment insurance issues from multiple states. The letters condemn what they call abuse of unemployment payments and government aids, fearing business harm and potential declines in public treasury relief.
A Warren County coroner’s jury found the cause of death undetermined after an inquiry into Mrs. Gordon Wells in Elis Townskin. They heard excerpts from letters suggesting self harm but the body was too decomposed to prove poisoning, leaving the question of how she died forever unresolved.
An American Strato-Jet set a new 3120 mile record from Limestone Air Base Maine to Fairford England in five hours and ten minutes. Ten aircraft helped the flight, beating the previous U S speed by over one hour. Canberra Canberras reportedly crossed faster east to west in four hours twenty six minutes, whileBAT speed averaged 6561 miles per hour. The B 47, largest six jet bomber, landed at Fairford at eleven a m local time, under Capt Rob St D Carlstrom, with mass display by 48 stratojets from the new Medium Bombardment Wing. The wing sails MacDill Field to Fairford for war service.
President Syngman Rhee today unveiled a counter proposal to the armistice talks, urging withdrawal of both Communist and Allied forces from Korea and asking the United States to maintain naval strength and supply arms. A government spokesman said the plan was forwarded to President Eisenhower on June 1 and reflects Seoul’s stance despite outlining a tough position that could threaten the Allied truce efforts.
A bond firm is likely to be chosen to fund a half million dollar sewer project. The Authority meets Monday evening to finalize the selection as bids open mid month with 60 day validity. Competing firms include Collings Co Philadelphia Singer Dean Serfbuett Pittsburgh and Blair Rollins Pittsburgh.
Ex Premier Georges Bidault agrees to form a new government to confront France's domestic and foreign issues. He will seek confirmation from the National Assembly amid postwar political flux. previously led France briefly in 1944 and 1950.
Tornadic winds and heavy storms swept through central Oklahoma killing at least one person and injuring several others. Houses were destroyed, trees uprooted, and roofs torn as a line of dangerous weather passed, with Wynnewood and nearby areas reporting fatalities and widespread damage. Authorities urged residents to stay indoors as cleanup and rescue efforts continued.
John Bluth of West Smith Street confirmed that Blatt Bethers chain will close three theatres in Youngsville, Younewood and Berlin, with Hast Brady’s venue darkened for over a year. Reopening plans depend on industry conditions amid a shift to television and new film formats including Cinerama.
In Twin Rocks Pennsylvania a 1,500 resident mining town faced collapse after Rochester and Pittsburgh Coal closed its mine. A steadfast group of housewives organized a picket line at the mine entrance, preventing dismantling and keeping hope alive until Barnes and Tucker Coal Co. purchased the pit and pledged to reopen it.
Paul Housley of the Pennsylvania State Employment Service reports a good job outlook for Corry area as high school graduates and college students return home. Hiring in May rose with 114 finding work through the service and 180 employment applications filed, mostly by youths. Unemployment compensation claims increased due to factory layoffs, while the list of active claimants grew to 239 with 135 women and 2 veterans.
A 69 year old hunter in Perry County was charged after a fatal shooting. John H. Miller of Tokesburg appeared before Justice Frank Milligan in Newport and was held on $2 000 bond. The incident involved Miller mistaking Blessing of Carlisle for a ground hog.
A tanker named Phoenix sank in the Belaware River after an emergency incident. One crewman was killed while three others were reported missing. Rescue efforts secured 82 survivors who leaped or boarded lifeboats to escape the rising danger.
In Delaware Bay two large tankers collided in the dark, splitting the Phoenix and setting Pan Petrel ablaze. Rescue teams, lifeboats, and Coast Guard members battled flames and searched for missing crew as both ships sank near Philadelphia.
Members are urged to attend the Corry Memorial Hospital Association annual meeting on June 17 at 8 p.m. in the hospital building. Seven directors will be elected for two years, with annual reports and other business to be discussed. Proxy cards accompany notices and must be returned before June 14. In other news, Joseph Macha Jeng and Deane Jeday were named to FHA posts in Western Pennsylvania, with a $5000 annual pay starting June 22 after resignations and promotions.
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