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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1950
Page
1
The Navy seeks to bolster submarine defense as budget cuts bite, prioritizing anti submarine work while relying on second line aircraft due to cuts. Fleet strength trimmed from 288 to 239 ships, with a $2.0087 billion budget request and emphasis on radar tracking and new tech.
In Berkeley California on March 17 researchers from UC under a contract with the Atomic Energy Commission announced discovery of element 98. The team led by Dr. Stanley G. Thompson and colleagues Kennett Streedy Albert Ghiori and Glow PT say the strange invisible substance appears briefly in creation’s early moments.
Associated Press reports St Patrick’s Day parade in New York features Irish groups from Corks Kerry Dublin and Limertele led by Flan jaains Hannigans O Toole and O Fenns. Two and a half mile march expected to last five hours with up to 15 miles of procession if lined end to end amid crowds of about 100000 marchers and a million spectators despite uncertain weather.
Philadelphia March 17 Ellis A Gimbel Sr department store owner and philanthropist died at home after four days illness He led a family business with branches in Philadelphia New York Pittsburgh Chicago Detroit and Miami He helped adopt motor trucks and store innovations and supported the blind and underprivileged His son Ellis A Jr daughter Mrs Fildolyn Graham and daughter in law Mrs Richard Gimbel survived him RECORD COAL MOVEMENT NEW YORK March 7 Movement of 4000 cars of soft coal an all time record for a single day occurred Wednesday on the New York Central system The railroads said the record day compares with a normal full day handling of 3600 cars
The post office is testing a new early morning delivery plan for business mail. Postmaster James Sullivan reports trains are restored but business mail now arrives between 9 and 9:30 rather than the 10 a.m. trip. A decision will await another week of testing.
Edward Lester Gibbs, 25, of Pitman New Jersey, was found guilty of first degree murder for the January killing of Marian Louise Baker at Franklin and Marshall College. The Lancaster County verdict carries the death penalty and marks the county’s first such finding in years. Gibbs showed emotion during the verdict as his attorney planned an appeal. The case recounts a fatal impulse motive and a grim courtroom scene.
Pittsburgh residents observe the flood anniversary on March 11 marking the 17th anniversary of the 6 Mood flood that drove western Pennsylvania rivers to record highs. The Irish community notes St Patrick's Day celebrations amid a historic occasion, hosting Pittsburgh's first St Patrick's Day parade in over two generations.
Belgium faces potential government resignation over King Leopold II's return. Premier Eyskens hints parliament may lack a government to call a joint session as opposition grows. A nationwide advisory vote favored Leopold, while strikes spread in Charleroi and industrial areas with Liberal ministers poised to resign.
Officials in Spartansburg press ahead with a water system and sewage disposal project. The five member Municipal Authority and Borough Council meet with Hill and Hill to identify reservoir sites, drill well locations, and arrange tests sent to Harrisburg for bacteria and hardness analysis. Bonding firm Johnson and Johnson will finance, likely under a 40 year rental via the General State Authority, with possible federal aid explored. Authority members include D Birney Oscar Most Albert Abn Dr WH Emrest and Charles Hy Torrey.
A Pennsylvania World War II veteran bonus program begins pay days with 500000 dollars issued to about 1200 ex servicemen in the Cory area and nearby. Governor Duff to present check number one as the operation processes roughly 1150000 more payments planned. The program covers 18 months of service with 402 monthly domestic service and 402 for wear duty, while 8500 maximum per person. The State Bonus Bureau reports more than 403000 applications begun and 947050 discharges processed. overall claims so far approach 1150000 with about 12000 new claims daily.
State Police arrest three youths after a Monday robbery at Albert Hale’s Spartansburg store. The 11 year old grocer identified none of them as participants, and a getaway car sighting yielded no trace.
Health official Harley Drake reported 55 mumps cases in the city with 65 total since February 1. Nurse Eva Kepler noted a peak around mid period, about 25 students affected able to attend classes at the height. Drake reminded that cases must be reported and released before students return to school, though the disease is not quarantinable.
Washington report on efforts to curb gambling without harming legitimate news and racing coverage. Attacks on interstate betting schemes prompt calls for strict laws to ban slot machines and block use of interstate communications for wagering while preserving news reporting. Mayor David Lawrence backs federal bills to regulate betting and protect lawful publications amid FCC scrutiny of broadcasts aiding bookmakers.
Refcigciated Press reports President Truman's Florida trip draws local chatter in Key West. He appears in good spirits, claiming a four pound loss on the voyage, though his physician notes he weighed 175 pounds leaving Washington. The president resumes sunbathing and reading official documents between naps.
A fatal prison blaze in a North Carolina jail killed six inmates and injured several others. Authorities report the fire started during a disturbance as guards attempted to quell the chaos. Names of the deceased include Lucille Wim, Marion Morrison, and Homervey Cole among others. The blaze caused extensive damage to the cell blocks and is under investigation.
Senator Mundt assailed the State Department for defending diplomat John S Service as calls rose for a new inquiry into his loyalty record. Service, recalled from Calcutta, has been cleared repeatedly but faces renewed scrutiny tied to McCarthy era accusations. The Loyalty Review Board urged his appearance before the department and before the Senate subcommittee investigating alleged Communist influence. Also, centenarian Mary Jane Hessler, 101, died in Williamsport, Md, after moving there five years ago.
The House GOP proposes four additional 3 billion dollar reductions to the 30.3 billion dollar appropriations bill, trimming President Truman’s budget aims. They project a 3 billion dollar deficit for the year unless taxes rise, and seek deep reductions before committee handling. Leaders discuss possible blanket 10 percent cuts and political advantage in an election year.
Western allies shelved a move to end the formal state of war with Germany citing potential entanglements and strategic risks. Britain, France, and the United States discussed delaying termination action to avoid complicating postwar arrangements, with experts to study the issue further ahead of spring talks.
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