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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Sep 02, 1953

Page

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Four Power talks urged on Germany and Austria by Allies

London dispatch says the United States Britain and France urged Russia to join an early four power foreign ministers meeting on Germany and Austria. They proposed provisional all German government elections as a first step toward a peace settlement and the Austrian treaty of independence. The talks would likely occur mid October in Lugano.

London Rus Germany Austria United States Britain France Rusain Switzerland Lugano

Wattsburg Fair Opens With Races and Shows

Free entertainment and acts draw a large opening crowd at the Wattsburg Fair. Yesterday’s and last night’s turnout was strong for opening day as horse pulling contests attracted hundreds. Russian team owned by M Hetrick of New Bethlehem won the light weight pull. Thon Stetson of Waterford claimed the heavy weight. Exhibits abound with Corry Grange promoting animal products and Union City Grange highlighting old time flogging methods. Farm machinery displays feature tractors and harvesting gear. A grand parade is planned for Saturday at 7 p.m. with prizes for top floats. Horse races run today and continue over the next four days.

Wattsburg M. ©. Hetrick New Bethlehem Surliey Thon Stetson Waterford Corry Grange Union City Grange Prines

Storch Sentenced to life for murder in Western Pennsylvania

Pat Ernest and Storch were convicted of plotting his wife’s murder and received life in Western Pennsylvanian Penitentiary. Storch, a 51 year old balding acuhunic, showed no remorse before or after sentencing. Judge Pick Griff noted the term amid testimony. Richard Haines of Pittsburgh testified about conspiracy to defraud and a $1500 payment for the murder.

Storch Prew Butler Pat Ernest Joscessory Herve Ue Judan J. Pick Griff Armestrone County Richard Haines Pittsburgh Allgheny Couinty

100 More Happy Americans Freed By Reds

100 more U S soldiers were freed by Communist forces at Panmunjom as Operation Big Switc h neared completion. An officer said 75 Americans who confessed to germ warfare charges would be repatriated soon, mainly officers at Esesong. The sixth troopship Gen Black carried 440 liberated servicemen toward San Francisco, due mid September. An American corporal missing from a Tokyo Army hospital had been targeted by returning prisoners. The U N Command alleged Reds rigged POW interviews with Red Cross teams. Four officers and 59 sergeants arrived in the group, held up delivery until 150 South Koreans were returned. James K Stone of Hot Springs Ark, awarded the Medal of Honor, tearfully questioned his receipt and said he did not think he deserved it.

Associated Pri Panmunjom Ty Xue Esesong Pan [Munjom United States Tchon Korea West Coas Black San Franheiseabout Tokyo Army Hospital U. N. Command Red Cross Eds James K. Stone Hot Springs, Ann Ralph Osborne Army

Oil City Legion Band Crowned Best In U S

In St Louis the Oil City Pennsylvania Legion Band was named best band for the seventh year running in the American Legion honors. The North Dakota American Legion Band took second place, composed of musicians from across the state.

Oil City Legion Band U.S ST. Louis Band Ol City American Legion North Dakota American Legion

Frank Bellis Indicted on Two Counts by Jury

Frank Bellis, 02, charged in Erie County with burglary and possession of burglary tools after police trap and arrest when he was found entering a store through a window. A prior 30 year record cited. Bellis remains jailed awaiting bond in burglary case.

Frank Bell Bland Bell Son Bell Bele Hile Ballee Tian

Peace Meet: Allies Propose Three Sites

The Allied powers favor Geneva San Francisco or Manila as sites for the Korea peace conference and propose starting October 15th with talks to begin by October 15. Viet Nam Sweden would mediate with the Communists as the United States coordinates.

Geneva San Francisco Honolulu Reds Associated Eres Washington United Nations Kares Foonolin Sweden United States Red China Korea South Korea U. N U.N Dulles Gerversil U.S Gom= minnists

Trouble Trails Thorpe Even After His Death

In Shawnee Oklahoma Floyd Maytubby of the Thorpe Memorial Commission said the secret removal of Jim Thorpe's body to Tulsa raises questions about a proposed 100000 memorial, as widow Thorpe allegedly threatened action. Elmer Kenisot of the Chamber disclosed that Mrs Thorpe quietly moved the body to Rose Hill Cemetery in Tulsa last Saturday and remains unavailable.

Shawnee Okla Dim Thorpe Tulsa Floyd Maytubby Mise Td Drive Elmer Kenisot Commission Chamber of Commerce Thorpe Rose Hill

Air France Airliner Crashes on Alpine Mountain

An Air France four engine airliner on a Paris to Saigon and Hong Kong route crashed near Mt Comet in the French Alps. All 34 passengers and 9 crew were killed as wreckage spread over 1500 feet. Weather had been clear and temperature was below freezing. cause not disclosed. Among the dead were Thibaud, his daughter Shine, and Rene Herbin. several nationalities were represented.

Associated Press Nice Fragee Wiollist Sacques Thibaud Air France Sainoa Hong Kong Mt. Comet France Paris Orly Field Bay Thibaud Shine Rene Herbin

Traffic arrests soar in Carry district as August counts rise

State police at Carry sub-station report August records show 97 traffic arrests, roughly double the monthly average. Police cite heavier traffic and speed as causes, with 24 accidents under investigation, one fatality, 18 injuries, and $18,862 in vehicle damage. One stolen car valued at $700 was recovered. Nine criminal cases led to three arrests during 322 patrols covering 11,620 miles.

Jerettoy Tva Wighe Way

Tax interpretation for personal services and utility rate rise

A three way tax interpretation covers personal services when sales tax applies to full sale or just supplies used. Ellwood Consolidated Water Co seeks a 57 800 yearly rate increase from the Public Utility Commission effective November 1 due to higher operating costs serving 601 consumers in Ellwood City Esport Lawrence and Beaver Counties.

Atote Brie Fast Eveninie Wslven Jvensona Harrisburg Ellwood Consolidated Water Co Ellwood Cuy Public Utility Commission Lawrence Beaver Counties

Plan to Close Big Loophole in Tax Collection

A Pennsylvania Revenue Department push aims to close a loophole allowing out of state buyers to avoid paying the 1 percent sales tax on goods used or kept in Pennsylvania. Spokespersons describe proposed rules to stop temporary use to evade tax, with mixed reaction from merchants and customers. Attorneys are reviewing the measures as state officials prepare guidance for sales staff and merchants.

Associated Press Warrisburg Junihy Sie Ofaline Inna Pemmeyenin Tox Burewi Pam Regublio Pennsylvania Uae Ian Otto F. Messner

Two Men Hurt After Roof Fall at Seventh Street Residence

Early this afternoon two workers from Rich and Kory Roofing Company fell from a scaffold yoke at the Early Hall residence on Seventh Street extension. Micha, 62, and Mureau, 28, were taken to Corry Memorial Hospital by Bracken ambulance with serious and minor injuries.

Seventh Street Corry Memorial Hospital Bracken Bam Micha Robert Mureau

Eisenhower pledges aid after Iran request during crisis

President Eisenhower authorizes ambassador Tran to consult with Iran on developing all aid programs and pledges sympathetic consideration. Zahedi and Tehran seek immediate relief as Iran faces treasury strain and economic instability amid the royalist upheaval. the message frames U.S. support amid regional turmoil and a shift toward Western alignment.

Msulialeh Hes Traser Coli Hiealdens Blaen Hower Tas Sibion Ssonombe Orks Biseribower Zalell Li Tran Bisenshower Jill Visos Zahedi United Maillion Doltieg Lrumnter

Steel Arrival Delays School Construction Start

Steel beams delivered to First Ward site by Rogers and city officials. Erection of structural members should begin within a week with enclosure and heating plans tied to floor completion and winter work pace. Residents report ongoing delays, while officials stress progress hinges on enclosing the building.

Corry Arco High Ile Rogers Shriefpal Elih. Wenithwr Didi Contern Athens Mattonpy-Crey Gill

Aged Doctor Coraline Gullian Dies in Mercer

Dr. Coraline Jane Gullian aged 87 died after a two year illness in Mercer. She practiced in Sharon from 1906 to 1928 and led the local Sanitarium project. Gullian founded and was first president of the Sharon Business and Professional Women’s Club.

Mercer, Pa Coraline Jane Gullian Sharon Room Mercer Sharon Wowen

Festival Promises 67000 In Prizes Across Event

The festival starts with 67000 in prizes to be awarded across tiers and drawings. Merchants cooperate to promote sales while shoppers can participate in previews and promotions leading to the final drawing at a set venue. Community merchants assume management duties for the promotion and its rules.

Iosahures Val Boysen Une Arava Ahguts Bite Retell Merchants Ciot Bolila Girounrs Co Operative Assuri Jay Grt Wakael Conrael Hovhamber

Brother of Corry teacher is freed

The Shay family of Gordon rejoiced as 2nd Lt David B. Shay was released from a Korea POW camp, marking a hopeful end after fears of losing a son. Harold J. Shay and wife and daughter Naley woke to the news at midnight, joining in prayers for the long captivity of the Corry area teacher Nancy Shay’s brother.

Elle Faniy Fores Harold J. Shay Hell 402 Gordon Naley David B. Shay Korea David George Shay Mrs. Shay Tomry Shay Nancy

Tempers Rise Over Trieste Dispute Between Yugoslavia and Italy

Both Yugoslavia and Italy blamed each other for triggering latest flare ups in Trieste tensions. Officials spoke of possible international adjudication in vague terms while exchanges between Rome and Belgrade remained hostile yet noncommittal.

Tooms — Cemmers Trieste Yugoslavia Italy

City Endures Sixth Straight Day Above Ninety Heat

A severe early August heat wave grips the city with no relief in sight. Officials report continued high temperatures across the region, worsened drought, and crop damage reaching into the millions as streams dry and pastures burn.

CRGP Mie Neevenry

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