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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 11, 1953
Page
1
A garbled OCR fragment mentions items like berries, futures, and farm references with scattered numbers and names. It reads as a miscellaneous listing or classified notice with unclear dates, places, and participants, requiring cautious interpretation.
U S fighter jets shot down by Communist MIG 15s over western Germany near Pilsen causing a strong protest. Pilot Warren G Brown parachuted to safety. another crewman escaped with minor injuries as U S forces vow retaliation and Washington orders a firm Czech protest.
Harrisburg reports the 1052 General Assembly is three days from final action on its first bill after ten weeks of sessions. If sent to the governor, it would set a modern-record timeline, with a March completion likely unless unexpected delays occur. The 162 page measure revises the Commonwealth’s commercial code and passed the Senate, awaiting House action.
Thompson seeks City Council candidacy amid Republican primary on May 19 as he joins Robert Price. He filed his name and consented to run at the local GOP committee meeting, while owning Maple Avenue property and timber assets near Washington Street.
United Nations officials near another impasse over selecting secretary general Trygve Lie’s replacement. Five permanent members must approve unanimously, with candidates including Lester B. Pearson and Carlos Romulo. Russia backs Stanislaw Skrzeszewski though Western bids remain cautious amid Korea tensions. Lie delays departure awaiting a successor.
Harrisburg The House considers a resolution urging Congress to impose a tariff on tet oil imports to protect Pennsylvania bituminous coal industry and prevent job losses. Sponsors include Rep. Charles Auker and others from Blair County.
The Pennsylvania Day Company reports boosting output of its new gas well from 500000 to 650000 cubic feet daily and plans to move drilling rig from the Ivan Miller farm to a new site nearby. Surveyors prepare to select a site for another well as preparations continue on a northern site near Beaverdam. Results expected in ten weeks with five wells already drilled in the area north and west of the city.
The Corry Chapter of the American Red Cross reports $5626 raised toward an $8000 goal as campaign staff push to finish by Saturday night. George Orcutt, general chairman, says contributions and late donations keep the drive active despite weather delays in the business and real estate divisions.
24 year old Christoff J mentall y ill and declared in need of treatment by a Cambria County psychiatrist. He was ordered committed to Tormace State Hospital near Syeaumburg for a 90 day observation after pleading guilty to two burglary charges. He is the brother of a deceased Bel State coed, June 21, and says he knows nothing about her death at their Frugality home on February 17.
The Senate Armed Services Committee recessed amid testimony on ammunition stockpiles used by U S forces in Korea. Secretary of Defense Wilson and Army officials said shortages existed but production ramps up with 105 millimeter shells and other rounds, amid debate over impact on wartime operations and safety.
David A. Hillstrom announces the Corry-Jaies-Lown Mfg Corp will end overtime due to a shortage of sheet steel and cettain gauges. The firm plans a five shift schedule, 50 hours per week, to conserve supplies and meet essential factory needs while awaiting supplier restock.
President Eisenhower’s choice of Charles J. Chip Bohlen as ambassador to Russia faced further delay amid U.S. Soviet tensions. Senate Foreign Relations action was postponed by Chairman Wiley of Wisconsin after requests from Ferenson and Knowland, while a proposal condemning wartime Soviet acts moved slowly.
Greensburg Pa Westmoreland County Court denied a request for a psychiatric examination of a Derry Township man convicted in a fatal shooting. Joseph Phillips, Morton Crain and another were convicted in the $17,000 hold up slaying of McFrety Brick Co. paymaster. The condemned Phillips seeks a sentence commutation or reprieve with a hearing set for March 17 before the state pardon board.
The article notes bids for a new school totaling 1 861 107 dollars, with the contract narrowed to two firms. It discusses income tax cut bill testing in April, political positions, and potential amendments to personal exemptions.
U S delegate accuses Russia of imperialism driven by fear of its own people, sparking applause in the General Assembly. Gromyko defends Moscow, noting U S actions in Korea, as tensions flare over Cold War rhetoric and historical grievances. Photographs noted from Santa Monica report on Alma Crane.
The article reports a new blood donation record of 168 pints at a quarterly blood drive, bringing the year-to-date total to 1 244 pints across ten visits in the area. It notes earlier record turnover in August 1952 when 186 pints were donated.
The House passed a Hawaiian statehood bill amid a partisan clash, with a 274 to 198 vote on a recommit motion and a final split showing Republicans largely opposed while Democrats backed action to move toward Senate consideration. The measure adds a provision for another congressional vote on Hawaii’s constitution.
Britain and the Anglo Iranian Oil Co clash over 6000 tons of Iranian oil taken by the Mirrella tanker. Venice court rules oil purchased legally by Rome charterers, but Rome court action continues. Oil impoundment to remain during merits hearing. Also notes Pittsburg on atomic test monitoring by public safety chief Hanlon.
Moyer Brothers and Ludwig Co. were the low bidders on the five phase A0-room junior-senior high school project with base bids totaling 1,861,107 dollars. Bids were opened in the diner High School gym last evening with more than 60 representatives from 46 firms in attendance for the general construction, heating and ventilation, and kitchen equipment installation.
Bids for a new senior high school totaled around 1.83 million to 1.96 million with Moyer Brothers of Alloona submitting the low base bid and Ludwig & Co Inc of Fa-Coner NC close behind. Officials will reconvene Friday to assess alternates such as fencing, glass blocks, terrazzo floors, and window sash changes to determine which options to include or drop.
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