11 Mar 1954
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 11, 1954
Page
1
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The House approved a bill to cut about 25 federal excise taxes by 912 million dollars in a 411 to 3 vote. It faces swift Senate action with administration wary of revenue loss as lawmakers anticipate further tax reductions and budget implications for fiscal 1955.
Russell H. Goodwill and Ernest H. Shaffer pleaded guilty to issuing worthless checks. Committed to Erie County jail in default of 2000 bail after arraignment by Alderman George Gordon. They admitted passing checks at the Spiesman shoe store and Mead service station tied to Goodwill.
One hundred twenty five longshoremen ignored pickets and went to work on a United Fruit freighter in Manhattan, starting a first shift break during a seven day old wildcat strike. Police kept order as 100 demonstrators jeered, with no violence reported, while the ILA and AFL members faced a federal court order dispute.
Charles Sparks Thomas of Los Angeles, 66, assistant secretary of defense for supply and logistics, was nominated by President Eisenhower to be secretary of the Navy. If confirmed, he would succeed Robert B. Anderson who is slated for deputy defense secretary. Thomas has long served in government and private sectors, including naval aviation in World War I and leadership roles in Los Angeles.
A four story Barbera Electric Mill building and nearby properties suffered $500000 in damage in an early day fire. The blaze damaged garages and a coal storage area and threatened adjacent buildings as it spread across Chestraut area. Attleboro Fire Chief Ralph Robertson reportedly injured a leg after a fall into a 12 foot pit while battling the flames.
Lt James Scoggs military advisor from the USAF Air Defense Filter Center in Pittsburgh visited the Corry Ground Observer Corps station. The Air Force team toured Northwestern Pennsylvania units and plans monthly visits to stations across the district.
Detroit and Cincinnati researchers announce progress on a new polio vaccine using live attenuated viruses that may offer lifelong protection. Sabin notes questions remain about antibody duration and production scale, with final answers from large child trials.
Charles Slocum opens Slocum's Electronice at 165 East Main, expanding from a nine year radio repair shop to a full TV and radio sales and parts store. The display room will showcase Westinghouse and Capehart receivers with door prize drawings this Friday and Saturday.
Delegates at the 10th Inter-American Conference largely endorse the United States proposal to combat Communist infiltration in the Americas. Ten of nineteen Latin nations support joint action if Communists seize power, and measures to curb Communist agents. The conference plans to extend work, with two meetings daily, as it considers the U S strategy and potential adoption by member states.
The Senate investigating committee urged voiding the 1952 election in which Chavez of New Mexico ran against Republican Patrick H awley. The panel, led by Jenner, recommended the seat be declared vacant due to irregularities. Barrett Potter and Barret signed the report as Hennings prepared a minority dissent. The action would follow a yearlong fraud probe spurred by Hurley.
A Titusville area couple Mr and Mrs James Mallory lost their small three room home and all possessions in a fire that started while they were away. Their 3 month old son was not at the scene. The blaze began from an overheated stove and was stopped from spreading by neighbors and Townville and Randolph fire teams. Insurance covered part of the loss valued at about 3500 dollars. The home stood near the McElhaney family residence that burned last year.
An emergency AFL Pittsburgh Central Labor Union executive board met over an 108 day strike by 11 AFL timorees against five large department stores. Mayor Lawrence mediated a peace conference. store reps refused to attend, sending only Samuel Robb of the Labor Standard Association. No progress toward settlement was reported.
Clifford Stephens 18 of Star Rowse Titusville was questioned by State Police regarding recent local thefts and burglaries. He was taken into custody after officers found a stolen car in Spartansburg and tied to a trades of household goods for fuel. He faced charges of using a motor vehicle without permission as police investigated further.
Rep Kelley Pa and Rep Buchanan Pa push identical bills to authorize three billion dollars for housing and other projects not eligible for current aid. They argue a revived PWA would coordinate with the President's Economic Advisors to advance full employment goals of 1946. Greensburg Democrat stresses job creation for construction workers amid urgent needs. The Queen Elizabeth arrives 20 hours late after rough voyage injuring two passengers and rattling 200 others.
Gen Alford M Gruenther, supreme Allied commander in Europe, tells the Philadelphia Bulletin that there will be no third world war because the United States and its allies hold the decisive power. He notes NATO forces can deter Russia with air power, long range missiles, and artillery, while warning Russia’s aims remain unchanged. He emphasizes a voluntary union of free peoples with no military strings attached and cites U.S. leadership in world affairs.
A Republican source says a meeting will name the Pennsylvania party chairman on Saturday in Philadelphia for the May 18 primary campaign. Otto F. Means or Meanor, Pennsylvania revenue secretary, is reportedly the leading candidate after backing Franklin B. Lichtenwalter. General agreement favors Means for the post.
Fire devastated a two story frame home in Hibbard near Plymouth Indiana killing seven of a South Bend factory worker family. Mrs Bessie Carmen Kovacs 48 escaped then died inside with others trapped on the second floor. Survivors include Frank V Keynes 40 his father John Keynes 86 and Caroline 25 Ruth Ann 1 and Caroline's daughter Rose Marie 14 months.
The article explains eight year service options for youths reaching 18 after June 9 1961 who join the U S Army before turning 19. It describes Ready Reserve Participating Reserve Standby Reserve and involuntary calls, with two to five years active duty affecting reserve time. Local unit notes Thursday meetings for enlistment and drill nights. Eligible ages 17 18 1 2.
Dentists and officials decry failure to provide dental care for children 14 and under. A school check shows only 378 of 1,035 kids in 1952 63 received needed treatments, while many dentals are beyond repair by high school. Free exams run at the Public Library basement reach pupils in grades 1 3 B 7 H 11, but neglect persists across ages.
The broadcast will feature Fulton Lewis addressing administration moves designed to attract attention away from him. He is expected to touch on criticism from Senator Flanders during the segment.
Senator McCarthy, staking a big year’s issue claim, plans a 7 p.m. EDT party reply on Mutual radio two days before Nixon’s official GOP response. He will discuss Stevenson and Flinders criticisms in a 15 minute Q and A with Tul ton Lewis Jr. High GOP leaders see the Essen Tower program as a major campaign target.
Solon underwent a second operation after a March 1 attack on the House killing a shooter and injuring others. The emergency procedure around 8 p.m. aimed to remove abdominal wounds and address injuries from the riot.
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