8/7/1952

                                     EAST FAREWELL NEWS

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Thursday, August 7, 1952   Vol. 626

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LOCAL NEWS

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New Highway May Bypass East Farewell

Turnpike Commission to Make Announcement

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East Farewell- Sources at the Turnpike Commission have indicated that the new Interstate may completely bypass East Farewell.  Other options on the table are to place an interchange near the town or place Interchanges basically on either side of the town.  It is generally thought that with the railroad running right through the town there is no real need for the highway interchange near the town.  “It would only add traffic and noise to this place, that is the last thing we need here,” said Bernie Talent, a local resident.  Sue Arnold, another resident echoed his opinion, “We really don’t need a lot of outsiders coming here and littering up our streets.” 

The Commission will meet at the end of the month to hear citizens concerns, objections and suggestions concerning the highway.  The opinion that the highway would not add to the town’s fortunes is not universally held in town.  “I think it is important that the highway traffic has access to the town.  We want to promote the town and the more folks that come here the better it will be for business,” said Tom Conally, Town Council President. 

Natalie Mallard, town resident also felt the town could use the extra points of view, “I just came back from school for a short vacation and I think this town could use a little jazzing up.  I mean, this place closes down after 6:00.  If it wasn’t for the Lost Oasis there would be nothing to do.”  It seems the town is divided evenly on the issue.  Many are discussing the issue over the dinner tables and in the diner on Lake Shore Drive. 

Proposed area of possible interchange on Highway Design

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SPORTS

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Travelers Squeak by 1-0 - Streak Extended to 12

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Bedford- The East Farewell Travelers squeaked by the Bear Creek on Thursday 1-0.  “It wasn’t pretty but, a win is a win,” said right fielder Ralph Francis.  It’s seemed neither team came to play on Tuesday; both were plagued with errors and mistakes on the base path.  The only offensive highlight was another mammoth blast by centerfielder Johnny Cloos.

            The Travelers went scoreless for six innings, scattering five hits and getting two walks but leaving six runners stranded on base and one thrown out attempting to steal.  The Eagles fared no better only getting four hits and three walks.  Both teams had one error.  The defensive highlights were few and far between.  An excellent double play turned by shortstop Dale Dunham, 2^nd baseman, Arty Archibald to 1^st base, Bobby Watson in the sixth was the one memorable defensive play of the game.

            The Travelers now enjoy a four game lead over Bear Creek in the Eastern Division.  The 12 game streak is the longest since the 15 game run in 1950 during the championship run.  The next game is Friday, again at the beautiful Bear Creek stadium at 4:30.

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 NATIONAL NEWS

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Union Shop Proposal Hinted in Steel Talks

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PITTSBURGH <UP> — Hints by CIO President Philip Murray that he would meet again today with top steel officials indicated the industry might make a new proposal on the union shop, major issue in the costly strike which has idled more than 1,000,000 workers.

            Murray renewed negotiations with steel executives Tuesday and yesterday ostensibly in response to an industry appeal to permit iron ore shipments to the strikebound mills while the Great Lakes are navigable.  But their discussions had turned to the strike of Murray’s 650,000 steelworkers which began 40 days ago.

            Following the joint session yesterday, both sides in the dispute which has staggered the nation’s economy held separate sessions.  Murray, also president of the United Steelworkers of America, declined to comment on that went on at the conferences, but said it was “reasonable” to expect more negotiating today.

            A belief that industry’s stand against the union shop might be softening grew from a one-man change in the steel negotiators’ lineup.       Bethlehem Steel Vice President Joseph Larkin replaced Republic Steel President Charles White, an outspoken opponent of the union shop, which would require workers in the industry to join the USW.

In a secret conference with the union in New York last month, Bethlehem Steel offered a modified version of the union shop acceptable to Murray.  Major basic steel producers rejected the idea, however.  Other members of the steel panel were U.S. Steel Vice President John A. Stephens and Chairman Ben F. Morcell of Jones & Laughlin Steel.  USW general counsel Arthur Goldberg sat in with Murray.

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WAR NEWS

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County Flier in Korea Raid

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Korea- Lt. William F. Burger, Bear Creek, former student at The Military School, was reported as a major participant in a crushing air raid Friday on the North Korean capital of Pyongyang. The 27-year-old jet pilot, according to wire dispatches, flew the fourth plane that bombed the sprawling marshaling yard in the smashed city.  “When my bombs hit,” Burger said after the raid, “the sheds went up in flames and the roofs blew upward, intact.”

            A veteran of World War II, Burger lives outside of Bear Creek with his family.  He has been an air force pilot since 1943.  He joined the service right after graduation from Regional High.

            Following jet training at Chandler Air Force Base, Nev., in March, Burger returned home on leave and left for Korea where he arrived in late April.

            Burger, after Far East service in World War II, enlisted in the 111^th Wing of the Air National Guard.  He was attending classes at PMC when he was reactivated in February, 1951.

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7/10/1952

                                    EAST FAREWELL NEWS

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Thursday, July 10, 1952   Vol. C104

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LOCAL NEWS

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Large Crowd Sees Fireworks

Members of Guard and East Farewell Fire-Police

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East Farewell - An estimated 700 cars were on hand July 4 to observe the fireworks display directed by members of the National Guard and East Farewell-Fire Police.  Comments indicated that this was one of the best organized events held in a number of years. Earlier displays were limited to low flying roman candles, sparklers and some sky-soaring displays. They were usually set off by personal families that used their lakefront docks as base stations. By making the display a town based event more people were able to enjoy it, it was much safer and a much bigger display could be presented. “This was kind of an experiment this year. We wanted to see if we could even do it. As it turns out, not only did we do it, we did it well and safely. I think this will become an annual event,” said Tom Connally, Town Council President, after the event.

            Special praise went to the Fire-Police who directed the parking with no traffic congestion at any time. Preliminary check shows that approximately $450 was collected leaving $75 for next year's event. 

Fireworks over Lake Charles

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LOCAL SPORTS

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Travelers Defeat CGW Nine   4-0

Nagy Pitches Four Hit Shutout for Sixth Straight Win

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East Farewell - The East Farewell Travelers won their sixth straight league game Sunday at Packer Field at the expense of Corning Glass Works 4 to 0. Joe Nagy pitched a four-hit shutout allowing Gordon a triple and two singles in the seventh and a single in the ninth for the only hits. The Travelers went out in front in first inning- when Francis got on by an error, Dunham walked,  Cloos advanced both runners and' Sweet singled to center to score Francis and Dunham.  Lane singled in the fourth but Tilman hit into a double play and Silver struck out to retire the side.  It was in the seventh that Cloos doubled and Sweet hit a dead center home run to finish the Travelers scoring.  This win extends the Travelers winning streak to six, the longest since the 9 game run in early 1950. 

            The Travelers travel to Mountainview for a rare doubleheader on Saturday. The second game was scheduled as the makeup for a rained out game earlier in the season. The first game will begin at 1:05 in Mountainview Stadium.  The second game will follow.

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NATIONAL NEWS

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UFOs SIGHTED OVER DC - WAR NEWS

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Washington, DC  National Airlines plane en route to National Airport, about 60 mi. SW of the city observed a blue- white ball of light hovering to the west. Object then "came up to 11,000 ft. and then maintained a parallel course, on the same level, at the same speed, until the aircraft pilot turned on all lights. Object then departed from the vicinity at an estimated 1000 mph. Weather was excellent for observation." The crew said the object "took off up and away." No other air traffic was reported in the area at the time.

Korea- Bomber Command directed its B-29s against such targets as communications centers, manufacturing facilities, and supply depots. The Fifth Air Force pilots destroyed sixteen MiGs at a cost of four Sabers. The 3d ARS transported over 700 flood victims to safety. The newly activated 22d Crash Rescue Boat Squadron performed nine rescue missions, saving two lives. 

On the ground, the heaviest fighting took place in the eastern sector near the coast and near Hill 266 (Old Baldy) in the USA 2nd Infantry Division sector as an enemy battalion attempted to seize it. U.S. troops inflicted heavy casualties upon the enemy.

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7/13/1952

EAST FAREWELL NEWS

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Sunday, July 13, 1952   Vol. C104

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RAILROAD PLANS TO STAY

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East Farewell - The mighty Keystone Railroad announced today that it would keep the East Farewell Station open on its Northeast Line indefinitely.  “The Keystone Railroad feels that East Farewell is an important link in the entire system. It’s location in the middle of the line makes it an ideal destination for travelers and businesses alike. The Iron Works that is located there will help supply rails and other essential parts for the extension and maintenance of the line,” said Charles Lumeier, Keystone spokesman.
         The continuation of the use of the station was in some question since the Keystone has opened a new branch to the south of the Northeast branch and many businesses had moved there.  The business shift has concerned town officials but today's announcement will be a reassuring boost. Most of East Farewell's prosperity comes from the train line and the continued support from the company is an unwritten law in town.  
          “I don’t think there was any question, really, when you look at the lake, the beautiful scenery and wonderful downtown area, there wasn’t any question in my mind,” said Mrs. Mallard, a proprietor of local boarding house located on Lake Shore Drive.  "We are all very grateful but don't think we are completely dependant on that railroad, Oh no, we can make out just fine by ourselves.  Like they say, 'You pull yourself up by your bootstraps and you know where you stand.'  Other members in town hold the railroad in high esteem and generally are excited about the announcement.
        "The news of the railroad's decision is in no way related to the announcement from the highway department to place an exit on the proposed highway that will tie Chicago to New York City in the East Farewell vicinity." Lumeier stated when asked.

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LOCAL SPORTS

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Travelers Defeat CGW Nine   4-0

Nagy Pitches four-hit Shutout for Ninth Straight Win

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East Farewell - The East Farewell Travelers won their ninth straight league game Sunday at Packer Field at the expense of Corning Glass Works 4 to 0. Joe Nagy pitched a four-hit shutout allowing Gordon a triple and two singles in the seventh and a single in the ninth for the only hits. The Travelers went out in front in first inning- when Francis got on by an. error, Dunham walked  Cloos advanced both runners and Sweet singled to center to score Francis and Dunham.  Lane singled in the fourth but Tilman hit into a double play and Silver struck out to retire the side.  It was in the seventh that Cloos doubled and Sweet hit a dead center home run to finish the Travelers scoring.  This win extends the Travelers winning streak to nine, the longest since the 15 game run in early 1950.  The next game is scheduled tomorrow at 1:30 in Corning.

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LOCAL NEWS

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Large Crowd Sees Fireworks

Members of Guard and East Farewell Fire-Police

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        An estimated 700 cars were on hand July 4 to observe the fireworks display directed by members of the National Guard and East Farewell-Fire Police.  Comments indicated that this was one of the best organized events held in a number of years. Special praise went to the Fire-Police who directed the parking with no traffic congestion at any time. Preliminary check shows that approximately $450 was collected leaving $75 for next year's event.

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NATIONAL NEWS

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UFOs SIGHTED OVER DC

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Washington, DC  National Airlines plane en route to National Airport, about 60 mi. SW of the city observed a blue- white ball of light hovering to the west. Object then "came up to 11,000 ft. and then maintained a parallel course, on the same level, at the same speed, until the aircraft pilot turned on all lights. Object then departed from the vicinity at an estimated 1000 mph. Weather was excellent for observation." The crew said the object "took off up and away." No other air traffic was reported in the area at the time.

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WAR NEWS

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Korea- Bomber Command directed its B-29s against such targets as communications centers, manufacturing facilities, and supply depots. The Fifth Air Force pilots destroyed sixteen MiGs at a cost of four Sabers. The 3d ARS transported over 700 flood victims to safety. The newly activated 22d Crash Rescue Boat Squadron performed nine rescue missions, saving two lives. 

On the ground, the heaviest fighting took place in the eastern sector near the coast and near Hill 266 (Old Baldy) in the USA 2nd Infantry Division sector as an enemy battalion attempted to seize it. U.S. troops inflicted heavy casualties upon the enemy.