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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1951
Page
1
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May 2 Tokyo dispatch reports the Red Spring offensive halted after UN victory claims by General James A. Van Fleet. UN forces bombarded flood gates at Hwachon reservoir, forced river barriers, and repelled Red tank advances near Semit and Wijonebu while suffering heavy casualties.
President Johnston told the U S Chamber of Commerce that inflation will be kept in check through wartime controls only while arms production remains high. He warned against Communist pressure and urged continued wage and price policies until civilian goods stockpiles and defense output reach ample levels.
The Army plans to study a possible new antidote known as 58 GT developed by German researchers. Dr M H Ehrenberg says the substance, usable before or after exposure, could beat nerve gas blocks with smaller doses. Related compounds may aid eye exams, especially for dilating eyes in colored patients. Also, the Protestant Episcopal Diocese of Pennsylvania condemned gambling and urged against legalizing it in the state.
A borrow ed out collided with a trailer in Homewood killing 41 John Sears, a four year old Pittsburgh resident. Truck driver Hee Monk, 28, of Point-of-Rock Maryland, was charged with involuntary manslaughter.
Local observers note little competition for most of Corry's six city offices with petitions circulating for mayor and council seats. Carl Smith, recently appointed treasurer, faces filing by May 12, while three Board of Education seats also loom as incumbents decline re election prospects amid ongoing school jointure talks.
Brig. Gen. John H. Michaelis, assistant commander of the 25th Infantry Division in Korea, is slated for transfer to Eisenhower’s SHAPE command in Europe. He rose from colonel after leading the 27th Regiment to battlefield promotion and was later nominated for general officer. Michaelis, from Lancaster, Pa., returned to Washington after World War II to serve with Eisenhower.
The board proposes a 22 mill tax levy for next year with no change from the current rate and a $7 per capita levy plus a four percent amusement tax. A special session will review the budget after a 40 day public inspection period to finalize projected expenditures.
The Corry State Police monthly review reports 18 auto crashes in the Corry district during April and October. Seven people were injured and total damage from the incidents reached 6090 dollars. Police logged 86 arrests for speeding and 10 criminal investigations with eight arrests, plus 17 inquiries for other departments. Officers covered 12 280 miles of highway and responded to 660 information requests.
West Washington Street crossing at the Pennsylvania Railroad will begin operation about May 15. Local agent C K McLown said the lights will be activated by train approach and flash after passage, with railroad police Lt Merritt explaining to students at St Edward and Washington schools. City consent blocked PUC appeal. Congressman Frank Buchanan buried at Mt Vernon Cemetery after Maryland hospital operation. funeral drew nearly 400 attendees.
May 1944 draft proceedings in the Omey district pause physical examinations as the board cites high voluntary inquiries and new Se rvice regulations. Chairman Veary D Wheeler explains deferments and a six page questionnaire will be issued to youths to ensure accurate reporting.
The Corry Community Chest corn porators will meet in the Municipal Building on Tuesday May 15 at 8 p m to elect three new directors and fill two term vacancies. Robert Ant Sr vice president urged local contributors to attend and participate in reports on the year’s activities.
Dr Mary T. Martin Stoop of Crossnore North Carolina is honored as the American Mother of 1961 by the Golden Rule Foundation. She founded Crossnore School for underprivileged children and built a hospital and dental clinic in Avery county. Her husband Dr Eustace H. Sloop and two children are doctors in the same county.
Senator Wherry urges New York ambassador pick O'Dwyer to resign or defend himself as the Waxman committee report details actions before and after his mayoralty. The committee plans new leadership and outlines a legislative program aimed at reforming gambling and immigration, with further testimony to follow.
A blaze at a two story East Akron building owned by Republic Dye and Chemical Co. caused about 400000 in damage. Fire raged for hours as 10 of Akron's 15 fire companies fought toxic fumes and exploding chemicals. Fifty people were treated for exposure and 10 were revived. several chemicals involved remain under investigation.
The Pennsylvania Senate finance committee moved to hold a public hearing next Monday on the proposed half per cent state income tax as part of the governor's broader tax program. GOP leaders reacted with surprise while urging a corporate tax hike from four to five percent to add 44 million dollars. Invitations will go to business groups and labor organizations.
Weather notes from Geo Muldevick, city official meteorologist, summarize April rainfall totaling 4.66 inches and a range of monthly temperatures from early to late month. The record highlights the wet spell, low temperatures on certain dates, and notable 24 hour rainfall events, with daily highs and lows listed.
Giti zens Bank building begins exterior renovation led by E. Amstell concern. Scaffolding rises as crew cleans the structure over three weeks and applies new exterior coat while top half receives coating and bottom half is repainted. Washington May 2. Howe leaders debate grain-for-India bill outcome.
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