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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1953
Page
1
Both sides stand firm on proposals in stalled negotiations with no progress on key points. Allies warn talks could break off unless North Korea negotiates on prisoner of war issues, keeping hope alive only for continued dialogue.
At Panmunjom the two sides stuck to their prisoner exchange plans as no progress was made. Nehru backed the Reds proposal, while Allied officials pressed for a comprehensive probe of Communist positions and a renewed push to resolve the 44,400 prisoners willing and unwilling to return.
West Germany's Bundestag approved the Europe Army Treaty and related Allied Aid pact after a split vote in the Bun desrat. The decision allows rearmament and a Western defense force of about two million troops, despite opposition protests and appeals to challenge the treaties in the Federal Supreme Court.
Harrisburg reports the milk price hearing scheduled for May 25 by the Milk Commodit y Commission. The session will address rising costs and operating expenses for dairy producers and processors. The Associated Press notes industry groups seek relief under the seasonal pricing plan.
Washington senators showed little support for Ike's stance on admitting Red China to the United Nations if a Korean truce is reached. Senator Bridges led opposition to recognition of Communist China and to its UN seat, warning the issue could affect foreign aid. Senator Smith warned that Red China into the UN would harm Asian policy. Some suggested British proposals on a seat could trigger aid cuts to Britain.
CHICAGO Nathar Leopold the 14 year old killer and accomplice of Richard Loeb has had his bid for freedom denied by the Illinois Board of Pardons and Paroles. Leopold serves life terms at Stateville Prison Joliet where he has spent 26 years. The case once stunned the nation and the two youths were among the era's most notorious criminal figures.
Production maintenance workers at Fretz Ifoon Tube Co Inc in Butler will vote May 22 to decide if United Steelworkers should be their bargaining agent. About 300 workers are eligible to vote according to the National Labor Relations Board.
Directors of the Colyy Chamber Of Commerce debated making the local Credit Bureau self sufficient and moving it outside the year’s scope. Everett Swift and Warren Spare attended with retailers urging a fee basis to cover operations while plans for a two month interim secretary were tabled for later. The group also supported Memorial Day activities by the Veteran Council.
Harrisburg House Liquor Control Committee Chairman Lolay predicted no moves to change Pennsylvania liquor laws this session. Rep. Barry Price Jr. noted public opinion is divided and the panel will not likely act. Only three of 39 bills remain alive, two minor and one defining sporting distributors, with private clubs hours unchanged.
The House Appropriations Committee cuts deep into requests by President Eisenhower and former President Truman for the Labor Department and the new Health Education and Welfare Department. The 1954 fiscal year bill totals 1,068,581,750 for the two departments and related agencies, a 17 percent drop from Truman’s January request and 9 percent from the Eisenhower administration’s revised estimates.
Abdi reports 11 000 daily riders on the strike bound Lincoln Motor Road Lines operating between here and Greensburg expect no settlement before Monday at the earliest. Federal Mediator J A Moran says no peace talks are slated today or during the weekend.
The Public Utility Commission approves ending service on two Pennsy trains between Cord City and Ol City. The move, urged by commerce groups, faced opposition from area chambers. Officials cite meager daily use and high operating costs, with mail service adjustments noted as a replacement plan.
Contractors from outside Corry will meet with the Corry Schools Authority and local officials at the Public Library at 1 o clock tomorrow morning to finalize construction details. The group, including LB E Graham chairman Hil bert Vaught and John Zarboviks, will sign agreements with performance bonds and insurer certificates and plan weekly progress conferences before proceeding to the site for a 2 o'clock ground breaking ceremony.
The article reports rising anti American sentiment noted in British and continental papers. Moscow three major dailies publish lengthy summaries on Western developments, while British leaders including former Prime Minister and others comment on US power and Korean influence amid Cold War tensions.
U S Sabre jets and Turkish infantry repelled waves of Chinese forces in Western Korea as air and ground units delivered heavy bombing. Capt Joseph McConnell of Apple Valley California downed another MIG to raise his Korea tally, while Turkish troops reported multiple casualties at the frontline outposts amid the truce line tensions.
German police report a triple air collision near Heppenheim involving two U.S. Air Force flying boxcars and an American jet fighter. At least two bodies found at the scene and one airman hospitalized with serious injuries.
State Police at Teal barracks pursue leads in a hit and run injuring 14 year old Pytheis Adams of Columbus. The victim stayed in City Memorial Hospital awaiting x ray results and possible back injury assessment. Police also search eight states for 15 year old Paul Burton who vanished after being seen near a school bus.
The House Appropriations Committee moved to bring the appropriation bill to a vote next week as the chamber moved to finalize a plan to fund state operations. The bill includes provisions for a multiyear tax program and budget adjustments, with the full House session adjourned until Wednesday. Senate action and potential revenue measures remain under negotiation.
Leland Whitey Thompson, 21, found guilty of a fointention and sentenced to a $100 fine plus $95 in court costs after a trial in Columbus. He was arrested by State Police in April 1951 on a rape charge later reduced by the grand jury. The trial was postponed once due to witness issues and involved a Grand Valley accuser.
President Eisenhower plans a televised national address next Tuesday from the White House. The speech is expected to outline security and budget priorities while facing GOP Congress and looming defense spending questions.
Mrs Lita OLeary replies to a letter from Treasurer David A Smith denying embezzlement charges amid a 490 cash shortage. City dismissed two clerks while others were reinstated. Smith says OLeary was careless in handling money and was dismissed along with Raymond W Johnston.
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