02 Oct 1954
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1954
Page
1
A fragmented list appears to describe a noon meal at a Ty Pa venue. It mentions two hens, dinner dishes, large items, and a person named J Charles Gash aged 46. The readable items are sporadic and lack clear context or dates.
fragments indicate a Barton related notice about coal delivery of 150 tons to a school and mentions of a college program and staff search. references include Spartansburs and Palumbo with an order issued by Judge Mau.
The White House announces a U S Navy led expedition to the Antarctic set to depart soon for four to five months. It will map and collect data, study supply problems for a 1957 58 international geophysics program, and no permanent shore bases will be established. Retired Admiral Richard Byrd may head the mission.
Corry area reports Walking Johnny John Frey completed his cross country trek to San Francisco in September, claiming 148 walking days and a remarkable wear of seven million steps. A benefit bingo in Corry raised funds toward a child’s heart surgery, collecting $152.54 with broader efforts surpassing $1,000 needed for Pittsburgh Children’s Hospital.
Andrew Swick 25, a Toledo resident, died when a tractor-trailer overturned and crushed him at the Western approach to the Clarion River bridge. The driver suffered knee injuries and was treated at hospital. Truck involved belonged to Gentry Green of Toledo. trailer leased from Schreiber Trucking of Pittsburgh. The accident is blamed on brake failure as the rig neared the bridge. Pirates Sign Haney to One Year Contract.
The four page feature on Sam Baressi, a World War II veteran, appears in the Machinists journal and highlights his achievements despite being legless. Written by William S Eaton with photos by R L Winans, the piece notes Baressi as VFW post commander and Little League guide while the Presidents Committee on Employ the Handicapped ordered thousands of reprints for nationwide distribution.
Fred Dean McCune Sr., 69, of Grand Valley, died in Franklin Hospital after a fall from a ladder while painting. Born April 23, 1865 in Canal Township, he lived in Utica area most of life, was a retired farmer, and had worked as a printer and roofer. He was a member of TOOF and attended United Presbyterian Church of Utica. his first wife Myrtle Stauffer died in 1944.
Philadelphia briefing brought Senator George M. Leader and other Democratic nominees to Ed muskie governor elect of Maine. They discussed election trends in New England to aid Pennsylvania campaign. Muskie, Maine’s first Democratic governor in 20 years, was described as meeting with party officials. Screenwriter Leopold Atlas, 46, died Thursday in North Hollywood Cals.
Police thwart threats to Negro pupils at Southern High School in Baltimore after a demonstration by about 400 white adults and teens. A 14 year old boy, Leon Thompson, was struck. assailant Jack Zimmerman fined 100 dollars. In Milford Delaware, Negroes were removed from high school amid white student boycotts. 11 Negroes reassigned to an all Negro Dover school. In East St Louis area Centerville Grade School protests claimed transfers, with 200 citizens attending a board meeting. Also a Boston race related note reports campaign funds include one bottle of wine donated by a tavern keeper consumed by campaign workers.
Babson argues peace and prosperity hinge on recognizing the law of supply and demand. He recalls 1929 to 1949 output losses, notes buyers’ power lagged behind production, and urges consumer attitude research and effective selling, especially among merchants, to sustain peacetime growth. Continued on Page Six.
Two U S soldiers Lt Richard Dries of Long Island NY and Sgt Robert Pisk of Austin Texas were released by Czech authorities near the West German border after a two week detention on espionage claims. They were seized September 7 near Belami and transported to a West German frontier point, then rushed to Wilderstadt before planned transfer to Nurnberg. Their release ended a tense border incident with reporters barred from statements.
Citizens in Corry express strong opposition to proposed school district spending, warning of higher taxes and inequitable bus service funding. Parents quoted condemn the plan as discriminatory and explore possible legal action while the district weighs millage increases and new transportation arrangements.
President Eisenhower and General Gruenther plan talks amid Western European defense tensions and stalled anti Communism agreements in London and Paris. Dulles involvement suggests U.S. emphasis on alliance cohesion as leadership weighs rearmament plans and broader security implications. Newsmen probe defense viability under proposed postwar power arrangements amid new crisis developments.
The Twenty inouy ae of HENNY muta Gwardsman led Company F of the aath Infantry Division in recent unit rankings. They achieved 18S perio rating after a weekend of training and field testing. The company prepared for an intensive drive and awaited the annual Army inspection slated for October 18.
Washington reports the Senate jury hearing on Sen. Me of Wisconsin may shuffle before the censure vote due to many temporary appointees and recent deaths. With up to ten appointees possibly displaced by November 2 elections, uncertainty rises about who will sit for the final decision. Nevada and North Carolina illustrate delays in certification and potential special elections.
Police investigate a break-in at Sham burg News and Sports Store on Center Street between 10 40 last night and 1 50 this morning with a shattered south window found at 4 20. Owner William Kamburg denied entry. a ladder and broken glass noted as officers question a local youth who allegedly planned to brew beer and steal an air rifle.
Posthumous awards were presented to three Aero Supply widows by Bam Irvine and Stewant Aony. The pins memorialize over 25 years of service for each deceased employee. Recipients include Mrs. Lynch, Mrs. Jewell, and Mrs. Waite, with home ceremonies noted at the plant ruins.
France and eight allies clash over control of Germany rearma ment and limits on weapons manufacturing. Mendes France and Dulles discuss a possible U S plan but French officials reject a compromise. Conference leaders warn of continued uncertainty as talks resume.
Johns Town High School reports history teacher Agehie Swanger is stricken by polio and remained in serious condition at Memorial Hospital. The school with 1300 pupils had about 500 in Swanger’s classes while the illness marks the 27th polio case this year in the area, contrasting with 14 last year.
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