13 Jun 1951
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1951
Page
1
An OCR fragment mentions a bid process with dates and venues, multiple sites, cattle or livestock references, and a planned community action. It references Buell's cult, Rocky Gold, and a Tersey ven MN tober season note with invites for a meeting or event led by a railway or transportation group.
Thousands of North Korean forces retreat as Allied units push through ridges north of the reservoir with heavy air support. Reports describe repeated bouncing battles on ridgelines from Hwachon toward the Sea of Japan as UN patrols seize stockpiles and advance spearheads toward Pyonggang.
DETROIT DETID Jme 13 Associated Press reports production disputes idle plants as Chrysler and Hudson workers walk out for a third day. About 11 000 at Chrysler and 10 000 at Hudson sent home due to line disruptions. Chrysler plans 1000 more layoffs at its DeSata plant while workers are tied up in demands.
Gen. Wedemeyer testified that the United States should bomb Manchuria including railroad lines, as part of pressing Korea in Red China. He refused to name exact targets such as Mukden Port Arthur or Dalien and noted the action could touch off a world war. He supported MacArthur’s plan to strike Manchurian rail and supply routes.
Erie County court is to appoint counsel for Charles Huffman a Corry man charged with murder in the death of his infant daughter. Detectives plan to secure witnesses as relatives dispute allegations of past abuse tied to the death. A coroner’s autopsy initially ruled death from blood poisoning but a second post mortem indicated a ruptured bowel from injuries alleged to have been caused by Huffman.
The article reports an imminent beef shortage affecting local retailers this weekend. Dealers say packers and distributors face supply disruptions, with some shops balancing beef stocks while many households may turn to alternatives for Sunday meals.
The House Ways and Means Committee advances a bill to raise about 7.6 billion dollars annually through higher excise taxes on gasoline automobiles cigarettes liquor wine beer and a 10 percent gambling levy. It also broadens the excess profits tax base and imposes an occupational tax on bookmakers and lottery operators. The proposal faces passage in Congress and could take a week or more to finalize.
The Columbus Broadcasting System will start commercial color television on Monday June 25 with 30 hours weekly by fall. The inaugural show runs from 3 30 to 2 30 p m EST and will feature Arthur Godfrey and other talent with several sponsors.
A Flag Day program sponsored by the American Flag group will be held tomorrow at 7 45 PM at La fue City Park. District Attorney Damian Mc Laughlin will speak, with patriotic selections by the Male Chorus and the Coleman Band of Union. Tireworks will close the program. In case of rain, the event moves to the auditorium of the Bilef fudge. Public invited.
The Erie Railroad announces a two month traveling exhibit touring 100 communities from Chicago to New York. An 18 car train will tour a Mead Avenue siding in Corey with public tours starting noon Monday. The display recreates the 1851 era with an engine the William Mason and period cars, plus a rocking chair ride with Daniel Webster.
June 12 report shows the Pennsylvania State Grange opposing a bill to raise maximum truck weights from 43 000 to 60 000 pounds. Grange secretary J K Mahood warns half the state bridges would be endangered and roads damaged. the measure from Senators Hy Dent and Guy B Robinson also proposes stiffer penalties and new truck weighing inspections.
The boxing match between Towis and Lée Savard in New York was postponed after a 12:50 p.m. EST notice today. Local officials cited scheduling concerns and crowd safety as reasons for delaying the event.
Reports from Washington say the AEC and Defense Department plan a news conference on recent tests at Eniwetok and Pacific proving grounds. Senator McMahon called the tests entirely successful and within theoretical expectations, as officials discuss thermonuclear research and possible hydrogen bomb progress.
Erie Girl Scout Council announces construction of a large cinder block building with log siding at Mead Glen near Memory Lane and the ball field. Total cost about 3600 with 1000 from McBrier fund. balance raised by donations from Corry Waterford Union City and Waburg. Volunteers including local craftsmen urged to contribute time or materials before the July Girl Scout Day Camp.
A six district cooperative move to combine grades seven through twelve is approved in principle with districts Columbus Towship, Wayne, Spring Creek, Elgin borough, Corry and nearby areas debating whether to jointure all six grades now or limit to elementary and secondary levels. The plan awaits state funding and final signatures after meetings to finalize the jointure agreement.
Canberra reports former Prime Minister Joseph B. Chifley collapsed and died at 66. A longtime Labor leader, he led Australia from 1945 to 1955 before the Liberal Country coalition took over.
A Corry soldier was wounded in Korea during a confrontation described as part of the ongoing conflict. The report notes medical care and assurances from chaplains regarding the wounded, with references to World War I veterans and local figures providing support.
Pennsy repairs local crossing this week after long neglect. Erie and Pennsy crews remove ballast and excavate to rebuild the First Avenue crossing with new ballast and decking. Traffic on First Avenue and Washington Street limited as work continues and council debates further crossings repairs.
Two accidents occurred near Union City injuring a 14 year old Albion youth treated by a Union City doctor. In the first, the youth swerved to avoid a rock on Route 6 and his car left the road, damaging posts and a mailbox. he suffered bruises and a leg injury. In the second, Theodore J. Williamson's car rolled over after brakes grabbed while he paused to pick up a hitchhiker on Route 97. he escaped serious injury as the car overturned.
Local merchants announce a city wide end of month sale to be planted by Corry retailers for late June. Barney Bennett reported plans and urged merchants to contact him to arrange participation for planting their part in the event.
Washington report outlines government plan to curb factory clothing prices, warning of cuts in retail shelves. The piece notes talks of beef market interventions, congressional inquiry, and proposed wage stabilization bonds amid mounting price tensions and industry responses.
An authoritative government source said a border incident near the Caspian frontier resulted in the death of an Iranian soldier. Initial reports indicate Soviet forces fired during a border clash and an inquiry was launched by military officials.
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