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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1953
Page
1
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Panmunjom talks continue as staff officers finalize cease fire terms amid large South Korean street protests. Seoul crowds pressure President Rhee and cabinet amid warnings of continued war if truce fails.
A car veered off the highway near Rolfe Avenue and struck a truck, killing William T. Boden, 55, of Newburg, Ind. and seriously injuring Charis Christen, 63, also of Newburg.
The House Ways and Means Committee advanced a one year extension of the Trade Act, moving to grant President Eisenhower power to lower tariffs on foreign goods in exchange for broader international negotiation. The compromise version passed 23 to 4 with a seven member panel to study tariff and trade issues and four more members added to the Tariff Commission.
Corry endured a damaging storm with gusts around 50 miles per hour that felled branches and cut power to the south side after a tree limb struck a Pennyslvania Electric line on Liberty Street. Power was restored by early morning as winds eased, with Erie's shoreline seeing stronger gusts and high heat as temperatures climbed to 64 degrees by nightfall.
Utility officials say no determination has been made on what will be done with the latest gas well drilled by the Pennsylvania Gas Company on Carter Hill. An official said they are “playing ground with it” to boost flow, with speculation about a nitrogen or glycerine charge and potential intervention possible in the near future.
Dr A E Tate of West Smith Street Islaight was elected by the Corry Board of Education to fill the vacancy caused by the death of Charles S Monroe. Tate will serve the balance of Monroe’s term expiring December and may run for the two year term. Tate takes seat at next meeting.
Mrs Anna L Bush widow of Albert Bush longtime Corry merchant died at her Jamestown home after a lengthy illness aged 85. Born January 13 1868 in Nunday North Carolina she was the last survivor of the Thomas and Sarah Lockwood line. She leaves two cousins and had lived in Corry and Jamestown with her husband a former East Main Street merchant later linked to the Quality Cycle Store. A service will be held at Powers Miter Home in Jamestown with burial at Pine Draw Cemetery.
In Corry area notes, viewers vote not to contest county awards totaling 22 500 to Mr and Mrs Armitage and 11 500 to Mr and Mrs Frank Reni as part of consolidation proceedings. The committee then accepts the stipulated sums, delays on several bids, and plans year end financial steps including staff salaries and vocational supply bids.
New York judge Irv Ing Kniffininli denied a request for another new trial for Julius and Ethel Rosenberg. The couple, sentenced to death for conspiracy to transmit atomic secrets, face execution at Sing Sing on June 16. The defense argued for reconsideration after four hours of hearings.
A vehicle was struck by a diesel train at the Mead Avenue crossing of the Pennsylvania Railroad in Cambridge Springs. Richard Covey, 2, suffered minor injuries and vehicle damage estimated at $500. he was treated and released. Local residents push for traffic signals to improve the unguarded crossing.
Eugene Mille of Pittsburgh swam from the capsized 16 foot craft to summon help on Chautauqua Lake near Dewittville while five University of Pittsburgh students and three sorority campers were rescued by Chautauqua volunteers and Beaver Pa. boatmen. Firemen and a speedboat aided the rescue. no injuries were reported. The group had been fighting shifting wind when the craft overturned.
Corry municipal authorities move to seek competitive bids for a 240000 sewer bond issue after reviewing bids from about 40 contractors and suppliers. Collins and Ge Inc will prepare data, aiming to obtain the lowest feasible bid, with approval from the authority and backing by Philadelphia banking ties.
Harrisburg lawmakers stagger through a tax debate with Republicans and Democrats split on a 0.85 percent sales tax and corporate income levy. Leader Smith says votes are uncertain as debate continues and governors hints at veto options.
A tractor trailer crashed into two wrecked vehicles on Route 24 in Clinton New Jersey early today killing the truck driver Harvey Fi Deckert of Fredericksburg Pennsylvania and critically injuring a bystander. State Police identified the driver. Dr Len R Travis named new superintendent of McKeesport Public Schools succeeding the late Dr James H Lawson who died last week.
Reports say limited clashes persist along a narrow front as North and South Korean forces, with allied troops, engage in brief patrol skirmishes near key outpost areas. An Eleventh Army briefing notes limited Chinese Red activity and renewed front line pressure at night.
The Columbus festival kicks off with family night offering reduced rides for families. A Thursday fire demo leads to a fry and parade, followed by a Saturday matinee for youngsters and a fireworks finale with prize awards. Local business floats seek participation.
The final southbound run of the Oil City to Corry passenger train occurs this morning and again this evening after 60 years on the same schedule. The Pennsylvania Railroad canceled the route due to lack of regular passengers, ending a line that once carried the New York Pullman. Conductor J A McCoy and crew will conduct the wake ceremony as local passengers face bus and air options.
A series of violent tornadoes ripped southeastern Michigan and northern Ohio causing massive destruction. In Flint a two-mile path leveled homes and injured many as witnesses reported dozens of deaths across counties including Washtenaw, Lapeer, and Lake. A makeshift morgue was set at the guard armory with 98 bodies counted, and officials called for medical staff and supplies.
Harrisburg reports confirmation of George J Jones from Williamsport as head of the State Athletic Commission appears assured if the Democratic flyer is correct. John H Dent said Democrats would vote for Jones confirmation and the gate may come at the Senate afternoon session.
The Army has affirmed the court martial conviction of Dorothy Kelleger Semillhe who was sentenced to life for killing her husband in TolVo last October. The deceased was Col A ibrey nay. Mrs. Smith is described as the daughter of Geny Writer Krueger, a former Army officer.
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