16 Sep 1950
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 16, 1950
Page
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The United States proposes a unified western European defense force including U S and German contingents under a supreme commander. The plan calls for all Atlantic nations to contribute personnel and for reorganization of alliance machinery to oversee arms production and priorities. Diplomats note near-final council discussions with hopes for approval by nightfall.
Associated Press reports from Lake Success that Egyptian official Mahmoud Fawz Bey accused the Tarael of expelling 4 071 Palestine Arabs into the Epeptian desert, with 13 deaths noted in a tragic manhunt. He urged the Security Council to place the complaint on the agenda for the pre-assembly session Monday as the Fifth United Nations General Assembly prepares to convene. An Indonesian spokesman warned of possible charges against Egypt for alleged violations of Palestine armistice agreements if the council hears the complaint.
AP reports a French meteorological frigate sank in the Atlantic near St Malo Bay, about 90 miles south of Cherbourg. Explosion cause unknown. Naval rescue ships and tugs responded. 18 aboard, likely all rescued.
Corry Draft Board 10 issued a October call for 41 selectees aged 21 to report for pre induction physical examinations at the draft board office in the Corry Post Office building. Groups will report October 10 13 17 and 19 starting at 745 a.m. EST. The first contingent leaves for camp from Erie at 817 a.m. DST.
Manila dispatch reports the Hibok Hibok volcanic eruption in Camiguin Island, Philippines, killing about 54 people and injuring 65 others. Residents from three nearby villages were evacuated as the volcano rumbled and ash fall persisted.
Labor shortages slow the Cary Memorial Hospital project as plastering remains only 60 percent complete and skilled workers are scarce. Superintendent Gebhardt says completion is unlikely before February, with heating components delayed and brickwork near finish. Windows, doors, and interior hardware progress follow the slow pace.
Washington reports Congress voted to amend the Armed Forces Unification Act to allow General George C. Marshall to become secretary of defense, with Senate confirmation likely. President Truman’s approval would complete the transition from civilian Tolson to Marshall, marking a second cabinet post in his career.
Babson warns that persistent currency depreciation will continue regardless of war. He cites historic devaluations of the mark, dollar, yuan, and franc and argues real money will shift to tangible assets like silver, jewels, or other readily portable values if conflict escalates. He urges early preparation and notes that gold may be scarce while small, desirable commodities could serve as money.
About 14 075 bass were stocked in Exie and Warren counties this week, with most fish ranging from three to four and a half inches. Distribution halves complete, and stocking will pause to allow 60 000 channel catfish and 30 000 sunfish from Union City and carry hatcheries to be distributed before cold weather.
Tokyo dispatches report UN forces captured Yungéingpo suburb near Seoul at 5 p m and Inchon airfield 12 miles northeast as Marine and Army units push inland from the new beachhead. Allied commanders promise hard fighting ahead as operations expand toward Taegu and the South Korean coast.
FRITTSBURG, Sept. 1. Widespread wage dispute threatens a strike at Westinghouse Electric Corporation plants. The International Union of Electrical Workers and the Independent Federation of Electrical Workers reject an eight cent hourly increase offer. CIO-TUE and another union sign new contracts with General Electric, fueling emergency strategy discussions and uncertain action for about 70,000 workers.
Housing near Camp Atterbury Indiana is scarce as GI families arrive. Tents are common, rentals exist in Edinburg and Franklin, with four room apartments from 100 dollars, others from 75 to 80 dollars. Officers seek rent controls and new housing for enlisted dependents while Indianapolis is far for daily 5 30 am calls.
Pittsburgh dispatch reports Mrs. Mary Hrebbel, 56, of Greentown, killed while crossing a highway in front of her home. Patrolman Walter Usiadek accused driver Ernest Young, 33, of Tarentum. Young ordered to post bond as coroner initiates an inquest.
A mobile atomic energy exhibit arrives in town next Monday from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. housed in a 32 ton trailer parked at the Pennsylvania Electric Co. office. Sponsored by Fight Dictators Fund and Minnis Corp, it aims to educate residents on energy uses and safety measures. The display includes a 3,000 pound bomb casing model, atom bomb photos, uranium arcs, Geiger counters, and Mr. Atom in protective gear. Hosted by Lt Archie W. Thompson Post VFW and the Northwestern Counties VFW Council, there is no admission charge though offerings are welcomed to benefit the state hospital fund.
A Philadelphia report says a Federal grand jury may broaden its probe of organized crime into eastern Pennsylvania and nearby New Jersey and Delaware. Witness Manuel Gottobrio of Camden identified as a Maple Shade casino operator faced prior charges and a $1000 fine after a casino raid. Nearly all subpoenas and many witnesses appeared, though only a few testified.
Contractors report critical shortages of concrete blocks steel and other materials delaying the C J project. Bethlehem Steel and suppliers face strikes and delivery halts, forcing schedule shifts for a 1200 foot stack and interior finishing work. plant officials still aim for November completion if supply lines stabilize.
Social Security checks increase this month under the new law with early September payments reflecting the hike in October. Individual averages rise from about 28 to 41 dollars for retired workers, while family payments jump from 85 to 150 dollars. Widow with two children on 55 dollars monthly will see about 110 dollars. Local offices open in Corry to clarify eligibility with officials on Tuesday at 1 p.m.
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