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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1952
Page
1
unclear OCR fragment mentions centers and streets with a note on hardwood and hot water. No clear event, dates, or entities to confirm a full news item.
An incoherent OCR fragment lists farm gear and household items such as tractors, electric cultivators, carpets, heating chairs, trunks, and several numbers and names. It hints at a sale or catalog with entries for Deering, Delmas, Thorn, Bulova, and others, plus a mention of zoning and an accident or incident near a route, with scattered dates and locations.
Sweden denounces Soviet charges that a Swedish Catalina rescue plane over Russia fired on Soviet fighters before being shot down. The government and mass demonstrations followed, with Sweden insisting the unarmed aircraft was searching for a missing transport and was shot down near Russian territory.
Red Cross fund surpasses the $7,006 goal with new cash totaling 7,758 and pledges of 150 outstanding. Stewart Long, fund chairman, announced at the directors meeting. Donations include 360 from Raymond Mfg. Co. and 100 from Ajax Tron Works. W. S. Houghton resigned as drive chairman. Mrs. Clarence Kinch appointed to succeed him effective July 1. Bloodmobile to visit on June 25 between noon and 6 pm for local donors. Warren chapter reports first aid classes at West Spring Creek with 30 students enrolled.
A late summer storm cooled Reily and nearby areas after a stifling morning as temperatures ranged from the high 90s to near 80 by evening. A thunderstorm disrupted power in Pleasantville and Bruce Mesbor’s west, with 20 minutes of heavy rain and brief high winds easing the heat.
Senator Taft, a Republican contender, vows a 15 percent tax cut and argues current taxes fuel inflation. He calls for reducing government spending to about 70 billion dollars next year while proposing 40 billion for armed forces, 20 billion for homeside purposes, and questions permanent laws on arbitration and labor rights. He also suggests invoking Taft Hartley during a strike.
Washington The Senate rejected President Truman's plea and defeated a bill to authorize joining with Canada on the 818 trillion dollar Saint Lawrence Seaway and Power Project. The 43 to 40 vote sent the measure back to Foreign Relations Committee for study, mirroring 1947 action and closing prospects this session near adjournment.
Avail Harriman gains a decisive victory over Estes Kefauver in the District of Columbia presidential preference vote. Complete returns show Harriman 14073 to Kefauver 3377 as turnout doubles. Kefauver trails Russell and Harriman in the national nomination race.
In Munsan the Reds protested the United Nations three day recess amid armistice talks. They claimed UN walkout unjustified while Allied officers argued UN delays aim to stall prisoner exchange nego tiations. A prior move sought to shorten a similar recess. Also reported was a fatal slag explosion at National Radiator Co in New Castle, killing foreman George Duda.
Hundreds of Erie County club officers and residents pressed Sheriff Paul Babbitt to halt slot machine raids. After tense meetings, clubs resumed operating machines as an informal deal with the sheriff prevented further closures and preserved charity funds.
Mead Park directors approve site for two men’s tennis rooms northwest of the Little League field. Improvements include new fireplace bases, water line extensions to new pavilions, partial electrical work for the Girl Scout building, and 10 new picnic tables. Funds approved for fence installation near the Little League field. bleacher purchase discussed for mushball games. benches donated by Warren Fargo of Columbus.
A midyear heat wave lingered chiefly in the eastern areas while southern regions remained hot and humid. Forecasters expected more hot weather in the Midwest but temperatures generally leveled off to near normal in many locales.
Dan A Depew resigns after 47 years with the National Bank. He served as weekly cashier and later as director, retiring effective June 30 at a regular meeting. He will pursue other activities but has not decided on future plans.
Dr J Guy Butters physician and surgeon will open new offices at 200 Maple Avenue corner of City Park. The suite occupies the Mathews property fully reconstructed for medical use with eye examination rooms, treatment rooms, laboratory, and private consultation area. The interior features pastel greens, acoustic ceilings, oak and tile floors, central heating and modern electrical systems. Two modern apartments on the ground floor are under lease. Dr Butters has practiced from the Barlow's Block since 1946.
A survey reports potato price relief with price controls easing. New York and Chicago show price stabilization while some markets anticipate future movements. Dealers differ on whether prices will rise again, though most expect levels to remain steady for now.
Extensive remodeling planned for two adjacent buildings on North Denker street. The Powell Lown Co and the Nis Insurance Agency will gain new exterior doors at ground level, green and white sandstone trim, and large display windows. Exterior steps to be added, wrought iron railings, and names in stainless letters above. Interior of Davis Avenue remodels, while the Powell firm remains largely unchanged. Project funded by Jim J. Rickees and Son, expected completion in three weeks.
Assovhated Press reports a strong push in Congress to end wage and price controls by abolishing the Wage Stabilization Board. The Labor Committee favors eliminating wage controls, with Rep. Kearny proposing a bill to abolish the WSB. Debate centers on extending pay rises and broader economic stabilization.
Washington reports that Economic Secretary Roger L. Putnam and John R. Stelman indicated a possible $50 per ton steel price rise if a strike settlement is reached. They described industry sentiment as friendly and sympathetic during the talks, noting that the referenced price move was discussed among other topics though no final action was made.
The Defense Department reports 109071 battle casualties overall, with 9971 in Korea. This week sees an increase of 959 since the prior tally, and 39 listed as missing. Families receive notifications through last Friday as part of the weekly update.
Washington reports say House support grows for urging President Truman to invoke the Taft Hartley Act to reopen steel and related plants. Democrats and Republicans show backing for a move to end the strike, while government efforts consider seizure powers and emergency measures. Pittsburgh notes steel industry production dropping 12 percent weekly, with 850,000 United Steelworkers on strike and output losses mounting as firms like Weirton, Amoco, and others face shortages amid wartime demands.
A brush fire started on the Mighiel Sayko farm two miles from Columbus burned vines and a frame dwelling but residents including Mr Sayko removed flames before firemen arrived. The blaze was fed by a grapevine pile Mr Sayko was burning.
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