17 Nov 1951
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 17, 1951
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR text references a 1951 county or city notice with real estate and auction language. It mentions sums like 65000 and 104, and names such as Yale Brown and Rus aut Tave, but the readable facts are sparse and uncertain. The fragment reads like a legal or property sale notice with incomplete names, numbers, and locations.
Babson Park financier Roger W Babson recalls decades of patient investing that turned 8295 000 into wealth. He explains how a trade in ATS Block, Columbian Life Insurance Bank and other securities yielded returns that funded a swimming pool at his Institute without extra cost. He notes ill health and market timing, including Texas and Pacific Land and New Mexico Arizona Land Co, as pivotal in his long career.
The campaign to raise 900 for Mrs Michael Piccirillo of East Pleasant Street and a local MS victim shows progress as donations reach 556 with hope to hit 900 next week. Homer Beykhous directing the effort reports few contributions earlier but says gifts are accelerating and a 100 added from a recent letter from Mrs Clifford Iss raising the 1600 fund for hospitalization at Mother Cabrin Clinic. Mrs Ross regrets more could be given to aid her husband's treatment.
Utilities and postal firms announce a 100 percent increase in the cost of postal cards effective January 1. The two-cent rate replaces the old one-cent rate and a 6 cent additional fee applies to purchases of 60 or more cards. Local office revenue is expected to rise by over $2,000 as planning and sales of cards exceed 9,000 units.
General Ridgway confirms atrocity report on move that may break Korea cease fire deadlock. Rumors circulate of mass resignations expected at the capital as President signals action from Key West to fire retire or force resignations of all individuals named in recent charges.
President Truman ordered a broad purge of officials with outside interests that could fuel Republican attacks. Theron Caudle, assistant attorney general, is fired as head prosecutor amid ongoing probes from a Ways and Means subcommittee. Supposed dismissals may follow as Key West sources say a government cleanup is underway.
Rovigo Italy November 17 floods leave at least four dead as 150000 flee via train truck and boat from the Podelta crisis. Thousands evacuate 40 villages while police report minimal looting amid the disaster overseen by Premier Alcide De Gasperi as storms batter northern Italy and cause widescale destruction.
UN forces battle Communists near Kumsong and Chorwon as artillery and infantry push back red lines. Eighth Army reports gains recaptured a hill position while air combat over Sinwiju sees Mig-15s and Sabres clashing, with several Allied aircraft losses noted.
Paris report says the 60 member United Nations political committee voted 45 to 5 with 5 abstentions to begin immediate discussions on a West Britain American disarmament framework. Debate on a Russian peace law was pushed to end of Paris session, with Dean Acheson to lead the U.S. push for adoption.
A. B. Homer president of Bet Steel Company told the Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers that there is no steel shortage owing to under production but to government controlled distribution. He claimed mills produce more steel than the industries can use and urged returning distribution to normal commercial channels. He cited ship production cuts as a consequence of the so called no steel myth.
Washington police and federal narcotics agents arrested at least 30 top dope pushers in a Capitol raid. Boyd M. Martin said the operation involved over 50 officers and continued into the early morning hours. Suspects obtained heroin supplies in New York and parceled them to local small dealers. The raids followed a new law signed by President Truman increasing penalties for second offenders.
Hunters eye opening of the season next Monday and deer season December 9, with reports that pheasants remain abundant though harder to find. Officials note heavy pheasant kills due to summer stacking and expect large rabbit hunting through the month, as bear fishers prepare for early Monday hunts in Warren and Forest counties. Traffic to hunting areas is expected to peak tomorrow afternoon as bears remain rare and limits are considered manageable.
Washington sources say the administration will seek additional billions next year to speed air power expansion. Senators Johnson Young Lodge and others support boosting the nation’s air strength. Gen. LeMay of the SACI warns of a growing need for substantial bomber and strategic forces.
Tokyo report states Gen Ridgway verified Communist atrocities against UN troops in Korea. He expresses shock at the brutality and notes previous deaths already told to next of kin. 49 missing soldiers cited as cases being pursued. Hanley’s fuller figures are referenced but not detailed here.
A twin engine B 26 bomber from Langley Air Force Base caught fire from its own distress flare during a flight near Aurora West Virginia. Three crew were aboard when the aircraft exploded. two bodies recovered and a third missing after a search by 7000 residents and officials. The crash follows another B 26 mishap in ten days as stormy conditions hampered visibility.
The Whopdine Christmas Savings plan announces $192000 to be distributed to members. Checks total $362000 at National Bank of the City for 28 clubs and mailed by November 30. Citizens Bank plans December distributions totaling $130000 to 46 members, with checks mailed by November 24 and new club starting November 26.
Samuel Barr a 60 year old Western Union executive surrendered to warrant in Grand Rapids Michigan on charges tied to horse race gambling. The arrest cites four gamblers and a ticker system used to transmit race odds from the track. Barr and two other Western Union staff allegedly leased machines for gambling and were to be released to counsel for a December hearing.
Burdettown Pa November 17 State Police report a 67 year old coal miner shot his wife Anns 58 then killed himself after believing her accidental burning of savings. Neighbors said the couple had grown estranged after the fire and a daughter recalled he kept money hidden in clothing.
Paris report on November 17 says French Premier Rene Pleven steered his coalition through a fragile vote of confidence after an 18 hour session. He urged the National Assembly to support an austerity budget tied to rearmament needs, signaling potential cuts in dollar purchases from the United States.
Raymond Wael Yount, listed among the ten most wanted fugitives, was arrested in Denver after admitting his identity. Charged in Los Angeles with burglary and assault with a deadly weapon, he had been living in Denver since December under an alias, working as a motorcycle messenger. he was in city jail and had a prior five year to life sentence for burglary.
In Panmunjom talks, the UN Command proposes a ceasefire linked to a 30 day deadline for signature of armistice terms, with the Communists showing cautious willingness. Brigadier General Henry L. Hodes notes no permanent line until all terms are agreed within roughly twenty days after acceptance.
DETROIT authorities indicate car prices may rise under the Capehart amendment as government price officials in Washington prepare a new order within about 10 days. The order would allow manufacturers to compute new prices adding direct and indirect costs, with some firms already permitted to use the amendment.
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