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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

May 17, 1954

Page

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Renew Drive to Form Coalition in Pacific

Diplomatic efforts to unite Southeast Asia advance with three proposed lines. France may present an intervention proposal in Indochina to U S ambassador Dillon. A UN role is considered, seeking an investigative group. Military talks among the United States Britain France and allies are planned for Washington or London with Asian partners henceforth.

Associated Press Washington Southeast Asia Hite Joseph Lantel U. S C. Douglas Dillon Paris Indochina Dulles U.N United Nation Indo- la Vne United Nations United States Britain France Australia New Zealand Thailand Philippines London

Corryite Named to Safety Group

Assemblyman W. W. Waterhouse of Corry has been named a member of the Joint State Legislative Committee. The committee includes House and Senate members and handles hearings across the commonwealth to study highway safety and propose safer measures for Pennsylvania roads.

Asemblyman W. W. Waterhouse Harrisburg House Senate Commonwealth Pennsylvania

Racketeer Costello Sentenced For Tax Evasion

Frank Costello was sentenced to five years in prison and fined 630000 by Federal Judge John F. X. McGahey for federal income tax evasion. The ruling came shortly before noon as the government sought up to 15 years and a broader cost of the trial.

Way Soressie York Frank Costello John F. X. McGahey Costello

Surrender of Huk Chief Taruc Sparks Manila Push

Manila reports Lulu Taruc a leader of Huk rebels surrendered to a Manila Times correspondent Benigno Aquino after months of talks. President Magsaysay hailed the surrender as a major step in the anti Huk drive and indicated top Communist Jesus Lava remains the target. Taruc faces possible amnesty or trial on murder and sedition charges.

Frese Manila Lulu Turuc Huk Ramon Magsaysay Huka Lewins Lugon Taruc Carlos P. Romilo Jesus Lava Philippines Manila Times Benigno Aquino Magsaysay Here

Waterhouse Urged by GOP Committee for Assembly Nomination

Local Republican Committee appeals to Erie County voters to back Assemblyman W. W. Waterhouse for re nomination. It notes his decade in the General Assembly securing support for key local projects including Columbus Dam reconstruction Lindney Hollow road paving West Main Street extension past St Thomas Cemetery and Columbus Clymer road paving. Corry GOP adds his seniority and committee assignments justify re election over a new member.

W.W. Waterhouse Waterhouse General Assembly GOP Erie County Erie

McCarthy attacks secrecy order on Army hearings

Senator Joseph McCarthy denounces a White House secrecy order as a cover up in the Army investigation. He calls for suspending Senate hearings while the issue of the order is thrashed out, as Symington and others debate whether to halt public sessions. McCarthy cites a January 21 meeting with Brownell and Adams as implicated in alleged improper pressure.

Washington McCarthy Sen. McCarthy Senate Sen. Symington D-Mo Senate Investigations Subcommittee Sets Jackson Dwash McClellan D-Ark Atty Brownell White House Sherman Adams Army Eisenhower

Rural Box Improvement Week Urges Residents to Inspect Mailboxes

The Post Office Department designates Rural Box Improvement Week urging residents on rural routes to check their mailboxes. Carriers request boxes be upright, properly aligned, and clearly labeled with the owner’s name. Authors warn about proper door operation and visibility from carts, emphasizing safe approaches to boxes.

Post Office Post Officee Cartier

Egg Station at Clymer Looted in Overnight Burglary

Thieves broke into the GLF Egg Station at Clymer and stole a 400 pound safe containing about $3,000 in checks and $100 cash. The break-in was discovered at 7:45 am by Garett Bensink. Authorities suspect two or more burglars used an inside access route and loaded the safe onto a vehicle. Police and Sheriff Merle Campaign investigate the theft, with about $2,000 in checks drawn on payments to go producers.

GLF Clymer Onah John Hunter Garett Bensink Main Street Hunter Merle Campaign Chautauqua County

Pittsburgh Strike Enters Second Week

Pittsburgh's 200000 commuters faced a second week without bus and trolley service as mediators met with Mayor David L. Lawrence and Pittsburgh Railways Co. officials and AFL union leaders representing 2700 striking operators. No settlement was evident. The article also notes federal judges appointments to Pennsylvania districts.

Prom Pittsburgh Federal Agatate David L. Lawrence Pittsburgh Railways Co AFL Union Ita

Light Vote In Pennsylvania Primary Forecast Tomorrow

Pennsylvania voters head to the polls to choose statewide officers including governor with light turnout expected. More than 5.07 million registered. polls open 8 am to 9 pm. Ballot features governor, lieutenant governor, internal affairs secretary, and several superior court judges with both parties fielding women for internal affairs. GOP ticket led by Lloyd H. Wood for governor and Frank F. Truscott for attorney general. Democrats favor George M. Leader. Outcome could influence Gov. John S. Fine’s leadership and party unity amid campaign-contributions allegations.

Associated Press Philadelphia Torix Elose Novembber Montgomery County Patrick Byan Blaze Sen George M York Lloyd H. Wood Thomas & Stephenson Altoor Gordon F. Chamberlin Paxinos George M. Leader William D. McClelland Pittsburgh Charles J. Schmitt Erle Atty Frank F Truscott William FR. McMillin Roy E. Furman Waynesburg Gaynelle M. Dizon Butler Wilhelm Knauer Rhodes Rows Woodaide John 5 Fine Pennsylvania Wood Dixon Woodside Critfith Bell

German General Guderian Dies After Long Illness

Prominent World War II tank strategist Heinz Guderian died Friday from a chronic liver ailment. The veteran commander spearheaded the Panzer divisions, driving the 1940 invasion of France and Poland, reshaping modern armored warfare.

Guderian Poland France Het ‘Gr

Blue Shield Plans Expanded Doctor Bill Coverage in Pennsylvania

The plan, called Plan By, increases surgical allowances and expands subscriber income eligibility for full benefits starting July. Rates rise for non-group subscribers paying quarterly or yearly. Developed with doctors and hospital groups, the program aims to pay doctors in full for more subscribers and covers roughly 86 percent of Pennsylvanians under new income rules.

Flow Blue Shield Ew! Service Association of Penn Ann Tors Pennsylvania Blue Medical Service Association Honoital Service Association of Pittsburgh Blue Cross Vanite

Jury selection accelerates in Wade murder trial

In Warren County court two alternates join the panel as Ralph Sires testifies about Judge Wade’s January death. The prosecution seeks the death penalty for Norman W. Moon of Connellsville, who is charged with fatally shooting Wade in the courtroom. Sires described the moments after the gunfire and Wade’s last words, while defense counsel raised objections to capital punishment and ongoing jury questions.

Warren Warren County Ralph £. Sirea Sparta Sires Alixon D. Wadd Norman W. Moon Connelayive Moon Sires Waily Alender Wade Leavy Hothar Harrington G. Adame Notd Adams Pittsburgh Allison D. Wade Paul £. Smith RD. 1 Robert Giger Thors Flick Robert Howhart Youngeville Peenuse Coust Atrects David Kohn Alexander ¢. Flick Jr

Bibalo Dies In Electric Chair

In Bellefonte, Pa, Joseph Bibalo a 41 year old farm worker was electrocuted for luring Anthony Shema a Forest City resident to his death. Shema was beaten knifed and shot with his own rifle in a wooded Northeast Pennsylvania area near the New York border on December 10 1951. Attorneys argued he was not mentally capable but the court rejected the claim. Bibalo did not own a driver’s license. Police found motive as robbery and the case involved a car. The ruling also notes a Supreme Court decision on school segregation and equal protection.

Bey Mimeyrotmeene Bellefonte Joseph Bialo Sportaman Anthony: Shema Forest City Pennsylvania New York Bibalo Shema

Eastern City Flood Devastates Peabody After Dam Burst

Peabody Massachusetts a city of 23000 counted millions in damage after a flash flood from a dam break. Mayor Philip O Donnell led efforts to clear debris and combat a rising health menace. Schools closed and inspection of restaurants and stores ordered while water tests and boil water warnings were issued.

Peabody Mass Philip O'Donnell Nome

West To Press for Cease Fire at Indochina Talks

Geneva reports say Western powers push for a quick cease fire as a first step toward a political settlement. After a week of debate, nine delegations prepare for restricted sessions led by chiefs with limited advisers, not to be reported to the press. The article notes hospital activity in Western Pennsylvania and long involvement with APL unions.

Geneva Indochina Fiom

Twin Boys Born at Corry Memorial Hospital

Twin boys were born this morning at Corry Memorial Hospital to Mr and Mrs Merton Querreveld of B D 4 Corry. Parents did not anticipate a multiple birth and names had not yet been selected.

Corry Memorial Hospital Merton Querreveld B.D. 4 Corry

Bombing resumes until Vietminh agrees on Dien Bien Phu airstrip repairs

French high command threatens all out air attacks if the Vietminh do not allow repair of the Dien Bien Phu airstrip to speed up evacuation of wounded. They claim 784 seriously wounded and up to 2,000 total French Union casualties are stranded. Giap is accused of using resources for reinforcements while blocking aid. Two French officers visited Dien Bien Phu to negotiate with Viet Minh authorities.

Associated Press Hanoi Indochina Vietminh Dien Bien Phu Vo Nguyen Giap Red River Nguyen Giap Hue May ‘Tir Gisp Grea Hari Jung Glap Prench Prench Union Diets Bley Phu Galpon Dien Bien Fhu-Bon la Giap Dien Bien Pho Pres

Pleads Guilty To Drunken Driving in Pana City Court

Fred Murry Johnson, 25, of Pana, pleaded guilty before Alderman George Gorden to drunken driving. He was bound over for the next term and indicated he will enter pleas before a county judge soon.

Fred Murry Johnson Panama George Gorden Ales

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