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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1951
Page
1
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Charles Huffman of 1338 West Pleasant Street admits he slapped and kicked eight month old Joyce Marie Huffman after a fall from a high chair. Autopsy results pending will determine if charges are filed. The baby died 24 hours later at Corry Memorial Hospital. Huffman had prior police record including disturbing charges in 1950.
Charles Blair Jr, 41, first to fly alone over the North Pole in a single engine plane, calls the trek “awhillly easy” but says he has no desire to repeat. He crossed 9,300 miles from Baku, Norway to Fairbanks, Alaska in 10 hours 27 minutes in a converted F-51 Mustang nicknamed the Flying Gas Tank, then flew 3,260 miles to New York arriving at 7:30 p.m. EST.
The secretary of the Air Force and Air Force chief Gen Hoyt Vandenberg warned against downsizing strategic air power. They argued for overseas bases and a mix of B‑80 and newer heavy bombers to deter Communists while preparing for long range defense beyond Korea.
Five Sherman youths were hospitalized after a crash on a highway near Souis Ripley. Edwin Smith 18 and Louw Sederbers 16 were taken to Hamel Hospital Exo with back injuries and head shock. The others Rol ard Greiner 17 Willism Ottaway 18 Naficy Heater 19 were treated at Westfield Memorial Hospital for head lacerations cuts bruises and shock or possible internal injuries. Deputies said the car veered onto the shoulder and plunged off while attempting to pull it back.
Two Corry residents and Norris Bussman pleaded guilty this morning to drunken and disorderly conduct after a fracas at the European Hotel yesterday afternoon. James Daley 65 of East Sixth Street fined 2 for drunkenness and 25 for disorderly conduct. Marion Rossman Barlow 58 of East Sixth Street fined 2 and 10 plus costs. Jess Barlow 53 of North East fined 25 for disorderly conduct. All pleaded guilty before Police Magistrate M. S. Cathbert. Barlow said the matter arose with no particular reason.
A claims commissioner recommended dismissal of former U S District Judge Albert W Johnson of Pennsylvania for back pay and restoration of salary. The recommendation by Commissioner George H Foster awaits court of claims approval or disapproval. Johnson resigned from the bench in 1845 amid judiciary conduct inquiries and seeks restoration of his $10,000 yearly salary and back pay of 24106.
Washington May 31 Senator Hassell predicted Senate approval of a compromise bill to extend the draft and initiate universal military training in the future. The measure, likely to pass this afternoon, would move to the House next week where a similar version is expected. The draft act expires July 9, and the plan aims for a four year extension with lower induction age and longer active service.
Admiral Forrest Sherman testified before the Senate committee that General MacArthur doubted a December armistice could be arranged on best terms and noted the shift after Allied counterattacks. Sherman, describing MacArthur as a top strategist, said time may favor anti-Communist positions as the war evolved.
CIO International Union of Electrical Workers leaders at a Pittsburgh conference plan to decide today on a strike against Westinghouse Electric Corp. President James W. Carey will discuss with the conference board, representing about 60,000 production workers across Westinghouse plants.
Philadelphia May 31 Cardinal Dennis Dougherty longtime head of the Philadelphia archdiocese and dean of the American church died after celebrating mass. A stroke ended his life at his residence as officials confirmed his passing and noted his service since 1918.
Allied forces suffered renewed Chinese resistance as Red troops halted American advances 13 miles from Charwon and Kumhwa. Descriptions note heavy mortar and artillery fire, fierce counterattacks, and withdrawals along the west and central fronts as forces regroup for future operations. Reports cite strategic river crossings and retreat from positions along the Yongporyng corridor, with continued activity across the front.
Dedication of the new flagstaff at Corry Memorial Hospital follows a Memorial Day parade. Dr Elmer Hess urged patriotism and school reform while 400 attendees heard his remarks, with a community parade down West Washington and Center streets and a veteran and youth participation lineup.
In East South street a late night crash injured 40-year-old Patricia Hamrick of Centerville after a car driven by James Rooney skidded on a damaged pavement. Hamrick received a two and one half inch laceration on the right cheek and a one inch gash on the peak. Rooney was treated for a skull fracture and released after emergency care at Corry Memorial Hospital.
Holiday traffic toll drops to 116 on Memorial Day weekend, a new low for the era. The National Safety Council had estimated 110 deaths, while the four day period saw 560 fatalities including other injuries. April’s toll eased, marking a 3 percent decline from 1930 figures, with year-to-date totals running seven percent above last year.
Memorial Day passed with no major crashes, as State Police reported only a single two car collision at Hughen’s Corners yesterday afternoon. Robert H. Edwards Jr., 16, Centerville RD, failed to stop at a stop sign, colliding with James Callista, 56, Exe. Both drivers escaped injury. damage estimated at $100. Traffic statewide was heavy but mostly orderly under favorable driving weather. Police continued investigation to determine fault and future actions.
Howard Emerson a 23 year old parolee from Western Penitentiary was arrested this morning on a sodomy charge by Erie police based on a 17 year old local youth. He pleaded guilty before Alderman Cobbett and is jailed awaiting a county judge setting lines. Emerson denied the allegations and a signed statement was taken as a hearing was scheduled.
Washington May 11 Navy Lieut W A Evans ousted for supporting MacArthur views cited in letters released to hearings. Evans, from Edgewater Maryland, served aboard a destroyer and later recalled to duty, faced a Naval inquiry while lawmakers questioned the chief of operations. In a separate item, Mrs Camelia R Wood 80 of Tarentum died from Memorial Day auto truck crash injuries in New Wilmington.
Grafenwöhr Germany May 3 Gen Lawton Collins chief of staff joins American troops during field exercises. He stood in foxholes with enlisted men observing a mock attack and artillery drill, then inspected a Humvee and corrected positions and aiming drills with a vigilance typical of a high command.
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