05 Sep 1951
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 05, 1951
Page
1
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United States Eighth Army reports heavy fighting for three heights in eastern Korea as Second Division troops capture a ridge north of Yonggu and press toward another fortified crest. In the center UN forces near Yangee push to restrain Chinese and North Korean assaults while Marines and South Korean units engage along the Iron Triangle.
A separa prenting 1 851 ayy ovns enrolled in Ye Corry public school in the morning where CAMNES CONVEEM for the oNeHINE of the 1951 82 term. Supt. Lawrence Douglas noted the total, with 107 youngsters starting era. Breakdown shows grades 2137, 3158, 140, SG, bray 1145, 3152 101 W183 M-ia, 12-115. All teacher vacancies will be filled. Livy Matson retained on supervise basis to teach related mathematics in the high schol.
Harvard president Dr. James B. Conant told the American Chemical Society that no atomic or world war is foreseen. He predicted smaller conflicts, a 1950 turning point with rearmament, and gradual steps toward disarmament by mid-1950s. De Gasperi's Ottawa trip noted in Rome dispatch.
President Truman headlines a San Francisco rally outlining a fresh 1952 Democratic platform under the fair deal banner. He avoids direct hints about his candidacy while supporters cheer, signaling a campaign readiness as he heads toward Missouri for more speeches.
A back pay walkout spreads through Schuylkill County with 161 teachers from seven districts staying home as 26 in Gilberton 10 in Reilly Township and others join in Pennsylvanias strike over 60 000 to 60 0000 in back wages.
At Mountain Home Air Force Base Idaho a B-29 bomber crashed and exploded just after takeoff killing all seven aboard. The incident occurred about a fourth mile from the runway as the plane left the airport. Names of the crew were withheld pending notification of kin.
City council discusses delaying the 1951 summer streets resurfacing due to interdepartmental procurement delays and favorable weather concerns. Officials plan to launch next week if possible, while considering traffic lights on Center Street and a state traffic count for potential signals. The annual Board of Revisions and Appeals meeting is scheduled for October 1 and 16.
Ernest Emory Beckwith, 26, of wemon street, was ordered held for the next term of Erie county court after pleading guilty to larceny and receiving stolen goods. Police had sought him along with a second man in a spree targeting Sylvester Frontera and Wattsboro. Items stolen from Frontera were found at Beckwiths home. he said the second man had given him some articles, prompting the receiving charges. Beckwith posted a $500 bond and was sent to Erie county jail.
Goory Memorial Hospital records report the birth of twin boys to Mr and Mrs Danny Coyle of Centerville. The ceremony occurred early in the morning with the mother, the former Patricia Flat, delivering at 6:25 am.
A city sidewalk program faces major objections as a council meeting reveals potential blocks from property owners including Aero Supply Co. Estimates put project cost at $2,500 for the affected blocks West Main to West Pleasant and Gates street area. Officials may proceed only if property owners pay. otherwise the city could seek assessment against the properties.
Raymond Slater a 62 year old machinist at Aero Supply Mfg Co died suddenly yesterday after entering the European Hotel bar. Deputy Coroner R Lawrence Dayl son issued a death certificate citing natural causes. His body was moved to M Borden Funeral Home Sheffield after relatives, sister Mrs Grace Fitzgerald of Warren R D, authorized removal.
Weather observer George Mulderick reports July’s average 68.6 compared with 67.5 last year and August 66.4 versus 66.0 in 1950. The figures suggest little difference in temperatures over the two years, with July 1961 hitting a 60 degree day and August three such days, while winter had notably higher readings in 1950.
The Fish Commission is urged to rebuild the Columbus Dam. Engineers and officials from the commission and Sanitary Water Board, plus Assemblyman Allan Gibson, visited the site for a personal assessment. Costs are estimated around 7000 dollars for repairs, with state funding needed. Charles French plans to push for approval at the next commission meeting.
A House special committee nears the halfway point in its inquiry into tax reform aimed at raising about 70 million dollars. The plan would revise the state tax structure to close loopholes without raising rates, with details pending caucus approval next week.
Washington dispatch reports price director Michael V. DiSale indicating auto manufacturers likely to receive an eight percent increase on new cars. Officials push the price order this week with potential additional markup orders to follow, signaling another rise for consumers.
The government reduces vital mineral allowances for steel, copper, and aluminum used in manufacturing consumer goods. The order from the Production Administration sets lower prewar levels effective October 1, citing cuts to output and production constraints across appliances, automobiles, and machinery.
Emblem Oil Co plans to raze the old building at the southeast corner of Bast Columbus avenue and North Center street to clear space for a modern filling station. H W Schmidt, vice president, says construction should finish in about three and a half months, with demolition taking roughly ten days. Erie Engraving Co of Erie named contractor and architect. The 14 foot high, 35 by 56 foot station will face East Columbus with two bays facing Center street and will offer gasoline, oil, car washing and a full line of tires and accessories.
Ground was broken yesterday by Carstensen Inc for a new addition to the Pennsylvania Telephone Corp building in Johnstown. DLE Carnahan, district manager, said completion is targeted this year and that 400 new lines serving about 1000 subscribers will relieve overcrowded circuits though delivery of new equipment is delayed to spring.
The United States and Britain pressed Russia as the Japanese treaty conference opened. President Truman urged Moscow to back money talks by signing the peace draft. Gromyko faced questions as the U.S. and Britain set rules to limit speech and prevent revisions.
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