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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1953
Page
1
Fragments describe a mixed assortment of items such as farm tools saddles oyster shells heaters and chairs. The listing includes odd phrases and apparent catalog numbers like 410 gauge and L116-18. No clear seller or date is identifiable.
Property described as Lot TB and surrounding parcels to be sold by the County Treasurer. The notice lists parcels, ownership, and notes outlines of conveyance and taxes. Identifies involved officials, dates, and legal steps for claims and sale procedures.
Washington reports say the World Bank and IMF ended their annual meeting with officials weighing freer currency exchange and freer trade. Reginald Maudling stayed in talks aiming to secure U S backing if Britain eases sterling restrictions. Turkish finance minister Polatkan discussed attracting private investment as Czechoslovakia faced possible suspension for unpaid capital. The group planned a vote on a new chairman for the coming year.
Gloucester Mass economist Babson urges every person to make a will and consider placing assets in a bank trust. He argues trusts protect a widow from pressure, secure grandchildren, and ensure fair distribution after the wife’s death. He warns against outright bequests that can invite conflict.
Drillers say the test gas well south of Sonny is within 100 feet of the White Medina sands target. Driller Paul White reports the bit at 5201 feet with slow progress around 15 feet daily due to cave ins and equipment losses. two minor gas showings noted.
Heavy rain cut attendance at the Sparta Community Fair last evening and forced cancellation of events. During the day judging finished and Mrs. John Koluja of Spartansboro won a $12.50 pressure cooker as booster award. The final day features the mx roast at 11 am, a parade at 2 pm, free acts at 6 pm, booster award at 10 pm, and Tireworks starting immediately after.
Miss America finalists endure the final day of competition in Atlantic City New Jersey as judges prepare to select 10 finalists for the $50 000 title. The week long contest culminates tonight with the crowning of the winner.
E F Bettes was elected full time secretary by the Corry Chamber of Commerce board led by President Steward Long. Bettes, a longtime local, will oversee the chamber office and credit bureau and coordinate committees to strengthen Corry’s civic life and business climate.
City outlines a multi day event from Wednesday to Saturday with banquet music talks and a street dance. Highlights include Moose Quartet performances a Thursday pageant and prize drawings with major gifts funded by local retailers encouraging ticket requests with purchases.
The House Un American Activities Committee said Lucille Ball never joined the Communist Party though she registered to vote in 1936 to support the party line per her grandfather. Rep Donald L Jackson stated there is no evidence Ball was ever a party member and the panel says rumors are quashed.
Report says a negotiated surrender ends a bloody four year guerrilla conflict with 1500 rebels surrendering to Brig. Gen. Alfredo Dunrie Blum around Monterrey in the Eastern Plains. Earlier 600 surrendered at Twuramenn amid war casualties and damage.
Four people were injured in two separate crashes near Corry. Vehicles driven by Alvin Wisin, 53, of Fairport Harbor. Lawrence Bradley, 46, of Canton. and Sing Pohue of Corry collided, with Bradley and Hill sustaining burns. Beverly Hill, 61, of Grand Forks, also injured at the scene. Private ambulance crews treated the injured. total property damage estimated at 4400.
Negotiators plan a meeting next Wednesday amid a stalled strike over 4285 to 188 pay scales at Aero Supply. The union notified the company after rejecting the latest offer and will work with a mediator to craft a new proposal focusing on a general wage boost without a job reevaluation.
Duquesne Brewing Co of Pittsburgh announced an upcoming price increase with the exact rise to be about 20 cents a case, though distributors have not yet been told the final figure. Locally Duquesne beer sells for 3 dollars per case. Fort Pitt and Pittsburgh Brewing Co also indicated they will raise prices in a competitive market.
Royal Nickerson, U6, of R D Corry, suffered back and chest injuries when a grain drill loader tipped tractors pinning him. He was admitted to Corry Memorial Hospital in satisfactory condition. relatives said the incident occurred when a tractor pivoted and pinned him between two machines near an earth bridge.
The United States presses Russia for return of about 670 ships and seeks 200 million dollars in compensation for lend lease items. Negotiations through Ambassador Georgi Zazublin and Under Secretary of State Walter Smith have stalled for more than six years as the two powers remain at odds over repayment.
The Henk Auee belek on Yorry Avex Wills School begins ground level work on East Hlissan street with masonry crews starting to lay exterior brick walls. The general contractor Wie is conf cient, with a crew of about 20 bricklayers and 20 helpers to lay outside walls as interior framing and heating work progress despite weather delays.
Washington Gen Jos E Hull to command troops along the Korean truce line succeeding Gen Mark Clark as supreme United Nations commander in Korea. Hull, 58, has not seen combat since World War I where he earned the Silver Star for gallantry in the Aisne Marne offensive.
House investigators reveal testimony alleging Communist cells within Catholic and Protestant groups, naming individuals such as Ward and Gitlow who allegedly coordinated plans to influence clergy. Senate subcommittee details indicate efforts spanned New York and various religious bodies, with denials from named figures.
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