04 Sep 1951
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 04, 1951
Page
1
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Allied reports state 400000 Red Army troops are readied on the battlefront with armor and 1000 planes supporting. Three American divisions continue assaults as negotiations yield sharp notes.
Axanerated Press reports United Nations forces in Korea face a possible new offensive as estimates claim 400000 Communist troops and vast armor arrays mass in the front. Gen Ridgway and Van Fleet describe strong allied deployments, intensive air and sea bombardment, and heavy fighting on eastern ridges near the Manchurian border.
The Erie Conference stationing committee announced Rev H R Harris will begin his 20th year at the Corry Evangelical United Brethren Church. Five new placements were named including Rev Gerald Lundeen Bear Lake and Rev A L Pang Clarendon, with several former Corry residents continuing at their current churches.
Washington reports show the United States considering a two year stockpile of rubber to meet possible wartime needs amid Senate hearings. Officials warn a rubber Pearl Harbor would threaten national defenses and force reliance on alternate sources to secure vital material.
Washington Sept 4 Associated Press says President Truman's three man inquiry board will submit a report today clearing the way for a Taft-Huston act injunction to end the nationwide copper strike. The panel will not urge a settlement and focuses on the facts of the week old dispute costing copper, lead and other production. Kennecott Copper Corp employees halted work, with 9,400 workers affected. Kennecott earlier offered a 15 cent hourly wage increase. others have not agreed. Industry average pay is $1.54 per hour, with a 10 cent raise last year. An injunction could suspend wage board action for up to 80 days if granted.
Davis of Phillipsville was discharged from Union City after treatment for a fractured shoulder and dislocated joint suffered while repairing a power line at the Wattsburg Fair. Officials say he touched a 24 volt live wire and a safety belt prevented a fall. He received first aid at the fair then transported to a hospital. The report notes continued cool, fair weather for Pittsburgh area with lows around 54 and highs near 70s.
Three people sustained injuries in separate weekend crashes around Corry. A horse bolted at Wattsburg fair, injuring rider John Robertson. the horse and vehicle damage were minor. Raymond Kantamiki suffered a facial fracture after a vehicle struck a horse? no, details unclear. Leroy Hazeltine was arrested for violations after a side swipe on the Corry Spring Creek road, with $200 damage to Hazeltine’s car and $350 to Charles Letrant’s. He was cited for driving without a license.
Coast Guard convenes a board of investigators to hear survivors speculating on the fishing party boat Pelican that capsized off Montauk killing 37. Rear Admiral Louis B. Olson named to head the inquiry as 18 remain missing and 19 bodies recovered. Suffolk DA also to probe with a coroner inquiry set soon. The Pelican, 48 feet, overturned in heavy Atlantic seas with two large swells driving it broadside.
A hunting camp east of Deer Head Inn burned to the ground last night near Deerhead Inn area. Firemen from Columbus were summoned amid fears sparks could ignite nearby woods. Owners unknown. Spring Greek residents say it was Erle family property. Damage estimated at $500.
A Wattsburg pilot died when his personal plane crashed on approach to land on a wooded hill near Burwood. He suffered a skull fracture and other injuries. Survived by parents Arthur and Mrs Harwood, two brothers Howard and a sister Mrs Mitchell, services held at Wattsburg Presbyterian Church with interment in Lowville Cemetery.
Two farm wagons collided on a rural highway injuring Mrs. Marie Oswald 28 of Centerville RD 3. She suffered lacerations and back injuries as a horse reared and jolted the wagon tongue struck her twice. Drivers Joseph Burek 28 Union City RD 2 and Theodore Sherman 32 Centerville RD contributed to the crash. Damaged rear of Sherman wagon estimated at $30. The incident occurred on Route 20082 between Little Gooley and Linamville.
Ninety teachers from four Schuylkill and Northumberland county districts abandoned posts as the school term began without back pay. About 49 more teachers in Blythe, Reilly townships and Gilberton pledged to strike when schools open tomorrow. Officials said $900,000 in back salaries is due in Schuylkill and $10,000 for Kulpmont teachers for May. Emergency meeting planned as districts lack funds and $270,000 General Assembly emergency aid remains unreceived.
Tehran Sept 4 Iran's premier Mohammed Mossadegh to present a clarifying statement in the Senate on the recent Iraqi oil counter proposal. The move aims to revive talks with Britain and outline domestic policy amid cabinet tensions and a scuffle at Parliament over security and policy.
Two year old Marie Anne Payne fell into a deep marrow well shaft in Newberg. Workmen drilled a second shaft and reached her at 6:13 p.m. She was conscious and treated for shock and mild injuries. Father Tivin Payne stayed by the shaft as rescuers worked.
A Labor Day record shows more than 600 deaths from violent accidents across the nation as cars, water, and air incidents spike. The National Safety Council estimated 290 highway deaths, with total accidental fatalities at 583, amid a heavy travel weekend and state-wide crashes. Local officials and observers note the unusually high toll, with concerns over extended injuries and comparability of timing.
Franklin County coroner reports a boy born May 6 1950 died at Conneaut Lake Park after wandering onto a miniature train track and being struck by the engine. The child, son of Mr and Mrs Shorts, was a Korean War veteran recently discharged from the U S Army. The accident occurred during a Franklin Street workers picnic at Born Warner division grounds.
Jamaica faces a powerful new storm with warnings of heavy rain and possible flooding. Reports describe shifting tracks near the Caribbean, with meteorologists monitoring the system as officials urge preparedness and caution across affected towns and offshore areas.
Earl H. Sperry, 42, of Liberty, was picked up by police after a reported indecent act near a residence. He was held pending hearing, with bail set at 1,000. Sperry faces court action in county jail as authorities pursue further details.
A car driven by a father collided with another auto on Mead avenue injuring 10 year old VianeCourt, foster daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Davie Wiane, who was treated at Corky Memorial Hospital and released. Damage to the Cleveland car estimated at 250 dollars and to the other car at 800 dollars. Police report tire blowout caused the crash as VianeCourt attempted to cross East Columbus avenue near the show Corry-dumexmen plant. Offenders had no insurance. E. C. B. conferences merge in Johnstown. Western Pennsylvania conference to form with 60,000 members in 38 churches.
San Francisco dispatch says intense behind the scenes talks, cited by readers including President Truman, show Washington believes Russia will press a campaign to disrupt peace talks with Japan. Officials question how long until any treaty is signed.
President Truman plans a major address at the Fillymony Hotel to help unite the Democratic Party ahead of a world peace conference. The Democratic National Committee organized the event, with Mrs. Ida Edwards and other party figures in attendance. Truman warns of potential Communist offensives and stresses building defense strength as world diplomats converge in San Francisco to discuss Japan and Korea.
A fatal auto-bus collision on Route 20 near Imperial resulted in a man killed and injuries to his daughter and granddaughter. The victim’s name was listed as Hewiom with details partially garbled in the report.
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