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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 19, 1953
Page
1
The text shows a chaotic classified list with prices and item descriptions including land for sale, a modern home, farm equipment, household goods, and personal notices. Several names and partial addresses appear, suggesting a page of mixed ads and notices from a midcentury newspaper.
In a swift verdict the killers of Bobby Greenlease were sentenced to die by gas chamber in Jefferson City on December 18 after a jury recommended the supreme penalty. U S District Judge Midge Abert Reeves imposed the sentences on Carl Austin Snead and Bonnie Brown Heady within minutes, with the court confirming the jury's recommendation. Greenlease family observers watched the moment, while defense counsel urged records be studied. The condemned pair offered no further remarks as the judge read the sentence twice.
United Nations chatter notes Russia's Andreis Vishinsky charging that Washington plans a new war to prop up a faltering economy. He cites rising U n employment, auto industry woes, and slowed overall boom as drivers of heightened international tension and war production. A recount ordered in Greensburg, Vandergrift precincts to begin tomorrow.
UNITED NATIONS N Y The United States Britain and France backed a proposed resolution calling for the strongest possible measures against Israel over the October 14 15 raid on the Libyan border village. An Israeli spokesman rejected the resolution as unsafe discriminatory and a step backward toward peace. Restitution would be debated in the council tomorrow with Jordan opposing as too weak. Both nations send representatives though not on the council.
Agreement reached to drop assault and battery charges against George Wilcox after prosecutors and defense move toward a plea. The case stemmed from an October assault on Laura Steen and two Erie residents at the Steen home on East Frederick street, with Willcox accused of striking four people with a club. he was previously held on bail.
Seven crew members from a Navy Catalina flying boat ditched in the Pacific were plucked from a life raft by the transport Daniel I. Sultan. Navy officials said three were injured but none seriously. The Sultan is en route to Midway Island, about 240 miles northwest of Mine Point, with the airmen aboard.
Ewing Co submits a bid of 1 857 152 for rebuilding more than eight miles of Route 20 from Wesleyville line northeastward. The project widens and strengthens 43 994 feet of pavement to a four lane road with bituminous surface, plus seven bridges totaling 169 feet. The bidder operates as W Ewing Inc, previously Sundin Brothers paving, with offices on West Main Street in Carry.
The State Revenue Department considered extending tomorrow's 0.5 percent sales tax return deadline. Director Joseph C. Snyder said extensions are common under new tax law and may be issued at the last minute, pending final decisions.
Merchants face a looming deadline for the first state sales tax return amid staffing and processing delays. Officials warn many retailers may miss the due date unless a surge of returns arrives today and tomorrow. The tax chief proposes stiffer penalties beyond the current 3 percent commission forfeiture and cites potential 42 million dollars in revenue.
A strike at GLF outlets in Buffalo and nearby mills disrupts formula mixing as Corry and Union City plants handle about 950 tons weekly. About 50 workers walked out in October over time studies and process changes, prompting hiring to meet poultry and dairy feed needs. Professor Halperin suspended at Boston University over FBI espionage links and Senate inquiries.
Washington today reported that Congress faces a debate over President Eisenhower's budget balance for the next fiscal year. Treasury Secretary Humphrey had last May signaled a July balance possibility, while opponents argued the plan relied on tax changes and spending cuts. Republicans criticized the administration for promising a balanced budget while raising defense and other costs.
Ruislip England Donald G Colerick a Bradford Pa 20 told three airmen in court he killed Airman 2 C Milton O Martinee of Alabama Colorado after a tussle during a weekend drinking spree The body of Martinee was found near a shack in the desert town of Great Yarmouth on September 6 Testifying were Airman 2 C Paul Stanley Airman 2 C Darrell Plaugh and Airmen 3 C James Ayres.
Arthur Wicks quits as acting lieutenant governor of New York after a bitter dispute with Governor Thomas Dewey. The resignation follows censure rumors over Fay visits, while Sen. Walter Mahoney is named to succeed Wicks as majority leader. The temporary presidency role remains vacant until the legislature reconvenes.
Members of Corry Chamber of Commerce Industrial Development Committee met with O A Marshall head of Pennsylvania Electric Company industrial sales. Marshall said the utility is expanding its New York office with full time representation to attract industries to the Penelec region. The committee provided Corry background on plant sites shipping facilities utilities and labor relations. BOY'S BODY FOUND IN MONONGAHELA Youth Michael Milton Sr. 13 was found shot in woods near New Eagle after a hunting accident coroner cites accidental discharge during a stumble.
In Cleveland a CIO push for an outright repeal of the Taft-Hartley Act dominates the convention. Mitchell predicts approval amid muted reception to his speech as delegates weigh administration policy and labor’s stance. Humphrey urges strong leadership from President Truman while warning of continuing poverty and workers’ struggles.
A Wattsburg crash damaged a parked car as two vehicles collided near the end of a street. Officers say the operator, Joni A. Griny, of Tio City, struck another car owned by H. M. Nichols of R. D. Sy Wattsiure. Nichols reportedly stopped after the impact as police investigated.
A federal mediation session between Pennsylvania Greyhound Bus and six regional unions representing about 1700 employees was postponed until tomorrow. Director Whitty P. McCoy had scheduled the meeting with company and union representatives to resolve the contract expired October 31 covering Indiana, Ohio, Pennsylvania and Washington locals.
Readable fragments indicate hospital staffing and patient load trends. Mentions Northwest Hospital and regional health systems with unclear dates and personnel references. Core details are obscured by garbled OCR text but suggest rising patient numbers and staffing concerns.
A youth confessed to breaking into a garage in the neighborhood, with authorities noting the entry through an unlocked window. The suspect implicated another person as part of the incident, and investigators are pursuing further details.
Union City girl Mary Conner, 18, missing since yesterday morning after leaving with two city residents. Police issued a district alert as mother Mrs Tyan Conner seeks her daughter's whereabouts. Conner is described as five feet four, around 110 pounds, last seen in a copper coat with navy trim.
A witness testified before Senator McCarthy's subcommittee that Communists were employed at two General Electric plants in Lynn and Fitchburg Massachusetts. The unnamed informant, a former FEI agent, said Pete is a member of the Communist party and described his influence. Lynn Works manager Herbert Ly Ross said the subcommittee received full cooperation from the company.
Weather officials said a high pressure system would push the smoke and haze away as a cold front moves in. Warm sun and temperature inversion explanations were given, with several Pennsylvania cities listed as affected by the smoky conditions.
Republican and Democratic lawmakers stated they would not abandon investigations into the Harry Dexter White matter despite a lull. President Eisenhower’s press conference urged patience as officials prepare further testimony and seek concrete developments before the next congressional session.
A Corry twin pair admitted stealing a car and were placed on definite probation in juvenile court at Erie. Judge Samnie Roberts ordered custody with parents and payment of costs. Earlier, a third juvenile joined two others in taking a car from Eid and Harvey to Burnt Park, and they were later caught. A separate note reports a car radiator theft incident with the Dallas store and a mistaken radiator check at a gas station.
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