19 Sep 1951
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 19, 1951
Page
1
Readable fragments describe a February event involving Kes 2 40 and a real estate or legal notice. Names and places are unclear, but the items hint at a local incident or notice with a referenced organization and date.
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Principal Howard Sheen, amid a wild spread of rumors about a city high school dope ring linked to the disappearance of five girls, confirmed there is no substantiated evidence. State Police and county officers search for the four teens last seen traveling together, while parents and authorities caution against sensational reports.
Government witnesses in Erie report add 25 more names to testimony against Sheldon H. Wolfe, a former Meadville tax consultant charged with filing false returns for 41 residents in 1946 and 1947. Witnesses say Wolfe altered returns without consent and filled forms from information provided.
A child from Manley Robbins family of 502 East Mill Street contracted polio with partial paralysis, treated at Lake View Hospital. The patient remained in critical care but showed no definite advancing paralysis. transfer to the institution followed after a Sunday incident at Harding School.
In a Brookyn police graft case, gambler Harry Gross balked at resuming testimony, defying Judge Samuel Leibowit who threatened to chain him to the chair. He alleges police bribery ties to a $20,000,000 annual bookmaking empire and faces possible jail if he testifies.
Johnstown Mrs Albert F Doyle was elected provident of the Woman's Auxiliary of the Pennsylvania Medical Society. The vote was in Pittsburgh with Mrs Frank Dwyer Renovo among supporters. Also noted were U S battle casualty figures and a veto override on veterans pensions legislation in Washington.
In Harrisburg the House voted on a 878.5 million compromise tax package with observers split on passage. Gov. Fine urged funds to keep government operating as Senate Republicans weigh reactions and a separate 0.5 percent income levy remains in limbo while a parallel education bill seeks an 846 million boost for 60,000 Pennsylvania teachers.
London papers press for clearer word on King George VI’s health after doctors note structural changes in a part of his anatomy. The king, seen at Buckingham Palace, is described as up and around while editors urge full disclosure as public worry grows about his condition and the impact on duty.
Senator Riley McMahon of Connecticut tells Senate there is no practical limit to U S atomic bomb production given time and a decision to proceed. He cites a three year horizon and argues costs could drop to around 340000 per device, reshaping tactics across air force army and navy toward nuclear armament. The Pentagon shows immediate interest in studying the proposal's implications.
Vatican City dispatch reports Pope Pius XII denouncing books of sex instruction as corrupting to morals and the family. He urged about 100 parents to join a campaign to curb such publications and protect youth, insisting on proper instruction guided by dignity.
Washington Sept 18 The United States outlined three points to settle the Iran Britain oil dispute after nationalization. Harriman told Mossadegh negotiations could resume if Iran accepts U.S. proposals as a basis. The plan seeks practical business terms and compensation while preserving Iran’s oil industry rights.
Washington report details former RFC director Willett testimony alleging William M Boyle Jr pressed political influence to aid loan firm clients. Willett testified Boyle arranged meetings for engineers, a Wren Manufacturing official, and Copper City Mining counsel. Boyle denies improper influence. In Pennsylvania, Central Open Pit Mining official says UMWA drive aims to shift coal business toward West Virginia as unionization attempts continue among Albright mine workers.
Ottawa reports outline a woven Eastern defense posi tion with Turkey as pivotal, linked to the United States by a mutual security treaty. NATO debates admitting Greece and Turkey, or creating alternative arrangements to secure the region if vetoed.
Local Elks lodge moved to explore building a Little League baseball diamond in Minnis Park and to proceed if funds permit. Directors will be increased by three at the annual November meeting. A memorial plaque for Stanley Nichols was hung at Nichols Lodge with a dedication to come. A metal plate donated by Taylor Jewelry hangs beneath Eli Mead’s portrait. Steel output in Pittsburgh rose as Midland Works restarted a 725-ton blast furnace and an open hearth after shutdowns due to scrap shortages.
October date set for Britain’s general election amid party bids and ministerial talk. Reports from London suggest trading rallied as investors priced in a potential government freeze on high bonds, with Attlee as Labour leader.
Washington December 1 A Senate elections subcommittee postponed action on a resolution seeking to oust Senator McCarthy after internal debate within the panel Senator Benton and other members indicated McCarthy’s fate would hinge on testimony and possible delays while remaining cautious about any premature decision The session followed telegrams and reports from committee chair Gillette as the subcommittee weighed whether to hold hearings and how to proceed with the proposal amid calls from McCarthy supporters and opponents alike
In Harrisburg on September 19 the Senate education committee approved a bill to fund a 46 million dollar pay hike for Pennsylvania's 60 000 teachers but tax deadlock and political resistance threaten passage. Committee members signaled delays while ongoing tax disputes loom over funding. A separate report notes a Rio de Janeiro plane crash claiming all aboard.
Tokyo dispatch reports the United Nations command agreed to a Communist request to send a liaison team to the Kaesong neutral zone, as negotiators in Panmunjom seek resumption of armistice talks. The move follows exchanges over conditions and the possible presence of observers from both sides.
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