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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 31, 1953
Page
1
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United Nations officials express cautious optimism as China’s latest moves emerge to push toward ending the Korean conflict. Canada’s delegate calls the Red Proposal an important one, signaling potential progress amid rising international attention and debate within the UN.
The United Nations faces a cautious path to peace in Korea as Washington and London respond to Chinese and Soviet positions. Indian proposals on prisoner repatriation meet resistance from Communists, while other security and economic discussions unfold at the UN. In Pittsburgh area Braddock, a women’s blockades may end with curb-focused road protests continuing.
Markets rebounded after a sharp selloff as traders pushed major averages higher. Downside pressure eased and buying returned, lifting prices from intraday lows and signaling a recovery after the large market downturn.
General Clark told Communists he is ready to resume armistice negotiations at Panmunjom to work on prisoner exchange and ceasefire details. He urged good faith before returning to talks and met with South Korean president, while noting possible liaison officer talks and a quick path to full operations.
President Eisenhower wins Senate approval for the first reorganization plan to convert the Federal Security Agency into a cabinet department of Health Education and Welfare. The new department becomes real ten days after the president signs the approval resolution.
Harrisburg lawmakers weigh a plan to raise 2 percent sales tax and shift costs to local districts as Frigid reception may greet the idea. The Tax Study Committee proposed various levies including income tax and sales taxes to trim state deficits amid a 137.7 million dollar burden shift.
Police say Clyde Lindahl may be charged with second degree murder in the deaths of three Niagara Falls women after a crash on 30th and Feyd streets. The driver faced possible involuntary manslaughter counts as juries consider filing decisions.
Associated Press reports a weaker yet strong atomic explosion from the 1200-foot tower at a Nevada proving ground seven miles northwest of Las Vegas. Observers noted no shock wave and a muted fireball, with two strong shocks and continued reverberations. Thirty aircraft circled the site and twenty-five vehicles were exposed as part of tests.
Members of the recreation committee, after a year of work on plans for a new outdoor swimming pool, agreed to postpone any fundraising campaign until an indefinite date. The noon meeting yielded no decision on timing, with ground work laid over and a revival possible on short notice. Fuel for delaying factors included a planned junior high school, a sewer rental increase, and industrial expansion limiting support.
Fire swept a three story structure in McReesfort pa injuring five firefighters and damaging two apartments and a tavern. The blaze gutted the second and third floors used as living quarters with unknown cause and about 766 worth of damage.
Rep Taber proposes a 12% budget cut target of about 12.5 billion dollars as part of a broader plan to trim funds and recede spending. He cites defense and other department reductions while noting potential future impacts on annual appropriations and prior unspent money.
Corry Jamestown officers report efforts to hold a meeting with Wright Street property owners who back plans for four buildings on Wright Street between Wall Irving and Raymond avenues. A protest letter from about 100 percent of property owners is cited. Plans include purchasing a Wright Street jet from Dr N Troy Gillette for 52500, with initial building expected to cost 100000 to 150000.
Associated Press reports a rail walkout by the Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen and rail union members disrupts steel plants. About 4 000 workers walked out in protest over suspensions affecting conductors and crew. Officials said no conference plan exists to end the walkout as the sector risks idle capacity and halted operations.
In Angola New York yesterday afternoon 32 year old Steve Cyinemon a driver for Pontiac Auto Transport escaped death when his tractor trailer exploded after losing control near Wattsboro. He was hospitalized in Union City in fair condition as fire and gasoline spread across the highway. Damage likely exceeds $2000 and the crash blocked the intersection.
Scotland Yard arrested Reginald Christie, a 15 year old clerk, for question ing in the Notting Hill strangling case. Christie, described as bespectacled, was stopped by a patrolman in Putney and taken for questioning, his wife among the victims. Pathologists examined bodies from Christies former home for possible additional remains.
Washington reports General James A. Van Fleet retires today ending an 8-year command of the U.S. Eighth Army in Korea. The 61 year old officer had been a controversial combat leader amid riots and shortages critiques while senators urged retention before a mandatory retirement.
The court appointed board overseeing the First Ward condemned properties will meet at 2 p m tomorrow to determine a fair value for the paventy and buildings for school use. Eric Wichorney will replace ill inspector Joseph Funner and visit the five involved properties with other viewers to complete appraisals.
Discussion over the 2.3 million Cory area joint high school bond approached a final rate late Thursday. Bonding official Peelor proposed options from 3.85 to 3.1 percent, with state aid unlikely and district costs rising. officials debated whether to proceed as the project timeline tightened.
Harrisburg report on the reapportionment bill as lawmakers review the redistricting problem. Senate GOP leaders Sen Roland Mahany and Sen Alber Pechyn discuss action ahead of a possible clash with Gov John Fine over district maps. The issue stems from population shifts since 1891 and concerns over minority representation in the Assembly.
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