06 May 1952
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1952
Page
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Florida voters faced a presidential preference primary with a Russell no ball toss. Nixon era reform FEPC clash triggered Southern walkouts as Kefauver led Maryland results while Ohio and Alabama held races for delegates and nominees.
The Associated Press reports West Germany is assured NATO defense under new treaty provisions linked to the European Defense Community. The NATO council approves a protocol tying German security to EDC ratification, with a planned joint NATO-EDC meeting and economic feature reviews for defense.
Three people were injured, none seriously, when a pickup rolled on a gravel curve along the Corty Spartansh ure road yesterday afternoon. Driver Herman Miles, plus Edward Nelson and Keith Miles, were identified among the vehicle’s occupants. The truck skidded on gravel, struck a wheel, and rolled over, causing about 750 dollars in damage before stopping.
The Methodist General Conference neared its final session as delegates debated the federation’s leftist alignment and voted to expel the Federation for Social Action from the Methodist Building in New York. The remaining issue was whether to drop the no smoking pledge required of ministerial candidates.
A 72 year old North Clymer resident, Delia Schners, died when her 1983 Ford struck the rear of a state highway grader on Route 74 two miles south of North Clymer. Minnie Nyweide, the widow driving with her, was injured. The grader operator was employed by the State Highway Department. Coroner H. Henry Hemstreii ruled accidental death. Schners was a retired Central School teacher and a member of the Abbe Reformed Church. Survivors include siblings and a son Garrett of Nyack. Funeral services will be held at the Abbe Reformed Church with burial in Holland Cemetery.
OPS investigators led by Joseph J. McBryan target a growing potato black market across Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware. Grocers hesitate to reveal violators while nets identify resellers and households involved in illicit yeast and overcharges. Regional enforcement teams in Pittsburgh and Philadelphia districts report dozens of violators among retailers and wholesalers with some hesitation to disclose names.
MUNSAN Korea negotiations again failed to progress with Allied commander Gen. James Van Fleet saying the Communists show no desire for peace. He predicted victory for the Allies whether settlement comes at the table or on the battlefield. Talks lasted 18 minutes, the sixth session since April. In India, Rajendra Prasad won re election as president in a landslide, securing a five year term on a Nehru backed ticket with over five times the votes of his four rivals.
Philadelphia judge rules federal law requiring gamblers to buy a $50 tax stamp unconstitutional. Judge George AL Welsh dismissed the case against Joseph Kahriker in a broader tax enforcement action, while not ruling on other provisions of the act.
William Peiffer is admitted to the Erie County Bar by Judge Burfan Land and will partner with Walter L. Peake in general practice from Cameron Block on South Center Street. A former Cambridge Springs resident, Peiffer previously practiced in Crawford County since 1949. He taught in Corry schools in 1941-42, held BS from State Teachers College, and BA from Dickinson School of Law. From 1942 to 1945 he served as a U S Navy minesweeper commander before moving his family to Snyder Circle during bar proceedings.
Williat Horley, longtime First Bank Trust Company vice president, is accused of embezzling over 450000. Middlesex County Prosecutor Alex Eber notes bad investments and Horley’s trusted community role as a Red Cross director and church warden are central to the case.
Council to meet with assessor Walter Blayr to outline duties and procedures for tax roll revisions. Disputes over property values sparked by new homes and per capita taxes. bids for police machinery and fire relief discussed. resignations and civil service examinations noted. several street and hydrant matters tabled for later action.
A Fred Olsen charter planes carrying 26 sailors home from an arctic whaling expedition crashed in Telemrk district 150 miles southwest of Oslo before dawn. Police report 12 dead and 10 injured, with 29 aboard. The ship Kosmos carried a crew of four and 25 whalers from Amsterdam to Jarlsberg air port.
A House committee launches a probe into the Wage Stabilization Board amid claims of improper influence and timetabling. Witnesses including former Mobilization official Chet Wilson and lawmakers like Jolley and Solworkens push for clarity on wage increases and the board's procedures under the Taft Hartley Act. The inquiry aims to determine if the board acted fairly and within authority while considering direct pay, benefits, and workers’ costs. The committee plans hearings to examine the board’s operations and potential political pressure.
An ousted American Legion steward, Frew, seeks unemployment compensation with the Pennsylvania State Employment Service, alleging improper discharge. The hearing, driven by past directors and tied to alleged fin amc ial irregularities, follows two unresolved thefts totaling about $1,000 during his 22 months as steward. Local police and state police investigated with no arrests. Frew plans to attend with counsel as ex-Miller Berkhouse of Eume presides. The unrelated tax committee meeting, chaired by Dr. Alfred G. Buehler, discussed a 136 million revenue need for next year.
A Brookville area heist reported today involved three suspects who forced open a bank, acquiring about 2500 dollars. Witnesses described a van and quick movements as officers arrived, while the trio fled in the vehicle and were pursued by state police cars.
Two young stowaway girls from Walnut Grove Gal and Torani Wish aged 26 and 35 were flown back to the United States by military transport after attempting to reach Guam and Han On the spur of the moment they boarded a B 29 crewed flight from Travis Air Force Base California and later surrendered after agreeing to pay transport costs The girls said they would not repeat the act and described the journey as a muster In another note the foreign aid bill of 6 9 billion dollars was sent to the Armed Services Committee for ten more days of study before Senate debate.
A major portion of the nation’s air industry closed its first strike week amid federal dissension over gasoline supply and support for aviation operations. The Industrial unions and related agencies reported limited service as government officials weighed plans for civilian protection and wage adjustments, with aviation and defense sectors signaling possible further actions.
A capacity audience heard the Zem Zem Shrine Band at Cory High School auditorium Wilk a Mill for a program of 16 numbers. Richard Hoesbacher served as master of ceremonies and intermission introduced Shirley and Jos Tittotsom. Spar tansbwy singing duo performed four numbers and an encore, with James McKnight and Harry E B Mueller of the Divan noted in introductions. Cory and Union City Shrine Club members sponsored the event and collected a free will offering for charity. Afterward band members and wives were hosted at the local Masonic Temple with refreshments provided by club wives.
Xavier Cugat and Abbe Lane wed in a Jamaica-like setting with a honeymoon planned in the Dominican Republic. The ceremony follows reports of a pay hike for workers at a Pittsburgh plant and a high-profile music world move as Cugat resumes touring.
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