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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 05, 1955
Page
3
The piece discusses mobilization and deterrence strategies in a potential future conflict over Formosa. It weighs warning, demobilization, and a possible preemptive strike, with political and international law angles, while forecasting UN representation and the long-term fate of Formosa within a divided China. It also notes investor caution amid war-time expectations and stock market shifts toward defense-related industries.
Erie Police Administrator George Purvis seeks strict civil service for the police, but City Solicitor Gerald Weber says third class city law leaves promotions and demotions under mayoral control. A legislative change would be needed for real civil service. current protections are limited to hearings and formal charges before dismissal.
Thomas Motors of Corry announces a 1955 prize contest offering Chevrolets and U.S. Savings Bonds. The contest runs this week with entrants writing 26 words or less on why they want a new Chevrolet. Entry forms available at local offices.
Erie officials say the Friday March 18 hearing on suspended officer Verga will proceed despite a Buffalo housewife’s refusal to back a charge. Mayor Gardner and City Solicitor Weber stress the city is not prosecuting Verga, only seeking facts in a complex case. The witness admits Verga secured her release and drove her on a joy ride.
In Ebensburg Cambria County a 39 year old confessed slayer of 15 year old Karen Maul faces a murder case. Harry Gossard pleaded guilty to murder for suffocating the girl after meeting her during a trick or treat outing. He claimed he blacked out and found her dead in a cemetery after driving her from Conemaugh near Johnstown. The hearing to determine degree concluded last night with a jury to decide guilt. The trial is set to continue after a delay.
The text suggests wages and money rates would be fixed at the outset of a World War II scenario, with a severe profits tax to be reenacted. It notes President Eisenhower might veto parts of the legislation, but Democratic control of Congress could enable passage over a veto given Russia’s stance.
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