02 Sep 1954
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1954
Page
1
Vague notes describe a repair task and related figures 35044 and 2.3356 with references to aisles and items. No clear incident, date, or named organizations. The readable fragments mention Bett, West, and Ras but lack coherent actions or outcomes.
A terse notice records that the city assigns letters probate to heirs of Eric, with successors named as the sons and details remaining to be determined.
Washington reporters note the Senate debate centering on possible violation of the espionage act by Senator McCarthy as hearings discuss alleged urging of government workers to leak secrets. McCarthy aides protest context and TV coverage plans fuel clashes with Chairman Watkins.
Six Western Pennsylvania plants remain closed as 6000 CIO United Steelworkers walk out over contract disputes. Plants affected include Oliver Hammer Steel, Brule Forge, Walworth Greensburg, Rockwell Spring in New Castle, and Bundock Monbssen at American Chain Cable. Strikes began yesterday with wages around $1.30 an hour.
The Philippines Army announced it has broken a spy ring planning to sabotage the Southeast Asia Security Conference opening in Manila. Authorities say Korean national Kyung Ki Chung alias Hong Ki Chung, 35, is under arrest with documents on mechanics and procedures of SEATO, indicating a multinational espionage network targeting the talks.
Mrs. E. F. Bettes opens Toy Town at 184 North Center street in former Tom And Jim's Soda Bar space. The store carries toys for ages six months to teens, with prizes including a bride doll and a gasoline airplane in a Saturday night drawing.
Repair crews and health experts rush to avert health threats after Hurricane Carol batters New England. Fifty four dead, nineteen missing, power outages across one third of the region, and widespread refrigeration loss threaten public health and safety. Emergency teams arrive from Pennsylvania and Michigan to restore services as tree surgeons clear uprooted trees.
Harrisburg reports a year of operation shows rising collections for the 1 percent tax on retail sales above ten cents, yet total revenue remains below estimates. Director Joseph Snyder cites better law knowledge, tighter enforcement, and more taxable items as key factors, with car sales unusually strong in isolated areas.
A two car collision on Route 964, miles north ofhere, killed three people and injured six. Fatalities were Joseph Falmen of Fairlawn Ohio, Airman Second Class George W Watson of Steubenville Ohio, and Bart Parnell of Pittsburgh Pennsylvania.
A local case outlining a driving incident is set for grand jury review. Roberson pleaded guilty then switched to not guilty and was held for court by Alderman Cobbett after an alleged hit and run on North Center Street at 10 10 pm on June 15. The complaint was filed by George Collier of East Congress Street.
Fred W. Housman formerly Corry wire chief for General Telephone Co of Pennsylvania was promoted plant chief to supervise all plant department operations in the Corry Union City Rickville and Bear Lake exchanges succeeding Walter B. Moul who died August 11 He joined the utility in August 1947 at Brie as switchman and transferred to Cory in April He was promoted to wire chief last year In World War I Mr Housman served as radar instructor with the Signal Corps of the Army and held the rank of technical sergeant.
Manila reports calls for quick action on a Southeast Asia security charter proposed by eight nations to back independence and progress in the region. President Magsaysay says he will seek adoption at the conference open Monday, outlining aims to support Southeast Asian freedom, economic and cultural development, and joint action against coercion.
Lee Tressler, 69, of Corry Rural Route 4, was admitted to Corry Memorial Hospital after a 41 foot fall from scaffolding used for butchering on the Howard VanTassel farm. He suffered facial injuries and head contusions. x-rays checked for internal injuries. condition improved the following day.
In a radio address Senator Gore criticizes the Eisenhower era and Republican leadership, urging a more bold Democratic Congress. He cites weak military strength, diplomatic defeats, and poor national security stewardship, arguing the nation drifts at home and abroad.
Washington The American Legion votes to oppose any move to ban the use of atomic weapons or to reach agreements on atomic matters. Delegates at the 36th annual convention urged building air power and an expanded defense program while continuing to choose national officers.
Former Prime Minister Clement Attlee described his discussions with Mao Zedong during a Chinese visit by British Labour delegates. He said Mao urged U.S. pullout from Formosa and armament limits, while Attlee noted China seeks reform and free education but warned against coercive influence.
Vice President Nixon told the Republican National Committee in private the party must win big in the 1864 congressional contest or face political extinction. He warned that Democrats have few issues and urged campaigns to focus on President Eisenhower's program of peace progress and prosperity. He cautioned against overconfidence and attacked power hungry big city factions, stressing a winning drive for the party and country.
A CAP flying club forms with a Piper Cub bought by the group and delivered to a local airport. The plan calls for CAP members to buy equal shares in the craft and make it available for rental. Mentions of Maj. Vorkirke and unit commanders appear in a related note. Funeral services will be held for Dr. John Dale Greaves, 76, in Greensburg after a long illness.
Clem L Shaver former Democratic state party chairman died in a Fairmont hospital aged 87. He became chairman at the Democratic convention in Madison Square Garden New York and directed the unsuccessful 1924 presidential bid of John W. Davis with running mate Charles W. Bryan.
At the Wattsburg Fair three pony races ended with the same finishing order all night. In theHorizontal event the firsts were My Sons Chief and Mr. Chesly with Rip M and Trish Wind among others in the placings. Each race carried a $400 purse added and drew about 1 000 spectators to the grandstand.
Detroit spokesman rejects confirmation of a Fortune magazine speculation that Ford Motor Co may offer up to one billion dollars of family stock to the public to bolster finances and challenge General Motors. The Detroit Free Press reports preliminary steps toward a potential stock issue have begun with earnings statements filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
CIO United Electrical Workers plan a walkout at Westinghouse Electric plants in over 20 cities at midnight September 10 unless a new contract is reached. The union seeks substantial wage gains while the company offers 30 cent an hour increases and argues for a 16 month contract with retroactive raises. Negotiations continue with no resumption date set.
Mr and Mrs Thomas P F Sullivan of Waterloo Tow were hosted aboard the destroyer The Sullivans during a special visit in Philadelphia. The party toured the ship named for their five sons who died on the cruiser Juneau in World War I. Their grandson James accompanied them aboard the warship.
Western leaders weigh a German role within NATO amid U S and British support for a meeting of NATO foreign ministers in New York. France resists EDC revival and seeks a new Western defense arrangement with West Germany. Adenauer’s cabinet pushes for full German sovereignty and possible independent defense talks.
President Eisenhower signed into law a measure expanding Social Security coverage to 10 million more Americans and widening other benefits. He called the act a cornerstone for a stronger and better America.
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