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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 13, 1956
Page
1
President Eisenhower plans a conference with Secretary Benson in Augusta to decide on the farm bill amid talk he will veto. White House aides indicate a veto decision may be announced after his return to Washington, with a statement draft likely the conference purpose.
Harrisburg reports show Democrats exploring a three percent sales tax on telephone bills to bolster revenue. Officials say projections range from 250 to 822 million dollars by May 1957, with House and Senate conference committee discussions ongoing and secrecy maintained on proceedings.
President Eisenhower announced General Alfred M. Gruenther will retire as NATO commander toward year end due to personal reasons. He will be succeeded by General Lauris Norstad, currently Gruenther’s air deputy, with Norstad taking over as NATO chief in Western Europe.
A gunman who stole more than 64 dollars from the Williamsport National Bank was captured in Lock Haven six hours later after a chase through yards. Johns A Walls, 21, of Williamsport, admitted the robbery and the money was recovered. Police tracked him from a witness in an empty car to a train yard arrest by a group including William G Fink and Clinton County officers. Watts had been released from Camp Hill Industrial School for boys and planned to flee to Canada before capture.
The Federal Reserve Board raised its discount rate to 4 percent, highest since 1953, affecting 10 banks including Minneapolis and San Francisco. The move aims to curb credit use amid a business boom. Banks raise loan costs, pass higher rates to customers, and anticipate further rate changes.
Hurt, 45, lured Bayoldi at Notre Dame University lookalike, pleaded to check fraud and paid with checks and bonds. He used a Richmond bank loan, a department store bond, and gifts to fund a trip, but was convicted after police uncovered the scheme at a Reno bank. He faces a three year sentence.
The fire caused extensive roof damage at Rochoytor General Hospital with estimates near 925000 dollars. Fire crews contained the blaze after fears of collapse, injuring several patients who were quickly evacuated and treated.
A local liquor probe piece notes no statewide PLCB plan for broad action though recent weeks reported juvenile possession of alcoholic beverages. Erie area youth trouble linked to post prom harassment at Corry Arch High School. Police Chief Hurley Drake cites probation status and PTA concerns.
The Titusville area chamber says it has no contact with Harold A. Kimball of Ithaca since Monday and has not heard from a Ridgway police officer who reportedly cleared the chamber. The Herald notes Patrolman Ralph Himes said he spoke in Corry on Kimball’s behalf. Kimball was released from jail after claiming authority to steal photos. the related fraud charges were not delivered at the time. The chamber consulted on Monday and indicated it would operate the system, with secretary G F Byttes confirming Kimball mentioned one prior accounting. The report references an Oswego matter and local investigations, with aspects of background information disputed by officials.
Community today reports four killed in a plane crash near Gialepoli. Investigators say one occupant died at the scene while a second died en route to hospital. Police report the driver’s actions led to the incident. authorities file indicate Wil Shuttee Mile ire, plus Edward Metitwarly, information inspector, are involved.
Dauphin County Court heard a bid for a preliminary injunction blocking $23,000 Westinghouse workers from receiving unemployment benefits amid a large labor dispute. Lawyers argued immediate harm and challenged the ruling that made workers eligible. hearings were adjourned with no decision given.
Fort Pitt Brewing Co aims to add Lopcouts and overcant products. A spokesman says stockholders will be asked to raise shares from 250,000 to 1,250,000 to finance expansion. The Philadelphia firms Singel Co. and Ui Wheidkor Over boat Go. manufacture to COMA and overroute for Jenebng meduity and depertment store. Puirehuié price of the two firms estimated at $3,048,090.
The United States offers surplus food aid to Hungary after the harsh winter and heavy floods. The State Department says Hungary’s government accepted the offer and a League of Nations survey is aiding with delivery plans amid severe frost and thaw damage.
Democratic leaders including Paul M. Butler and Adlai Stevenson denounce President Eisenhower as "do-nothing" while GOP chairman Leonard W. Hall calls Truman's critique a dirt-digging charge. The clash unfolds during speeches in Pennsylvania and Florida as Stevenson campaigns for Florida’s 28 Democratic votes and both camps trade sharp rhetoric about leadership and policy.
U S officials expect the United Nations truce supervision team in the Middle East to be doubled if present peace efforts fail. President Eisenhower sent messages to Egypt's Gamal Abdel Nasser and Israel's David Ben-Gurion urging restraint and warning against aggression. Burns, head of the UN mission, has discussed adding observers and may field up to about 100 more personnel if conditions allow. Current observers include 46 military personnel from multiple nations.
Corry remains undecided on extending daylight saving time for the year. City officials in Gorey will discuss the issue next Monday night with Mayor Earl present. The Pittsburgh Valley Chamber of Commerce noted that several communities will observe daylight saving time from April 1 to October 2, with mixed opinions across Bradford Cambridge, DuBois, Erie, and Ridgway districts.
Harrisburg Republican faction leader Mahany hints a chance the stamp plan for the 3 percent sales tax may be eliminated. The plan starts July 4, allowing stamps for tax payment and a 10 percent stamp value for distribution. Mahany says removal could reduce costs and prices, while retailers urge keeping the system.
Israel and Egypt pledged to avoid new shooting except in self defense amid tense Middle East siting. Reports claim Fedayeen Withdrawal talk and UN discussions while border skirmishes, promised truces, and disputed casualties shape the day.
A grouse crashed through a kitchen window at a home on 5205 miles street during hunting season. Officers found the bird dead on the floor amid scattered pots and debris. No further details on injuries or suspect actions are provided in the readable fragment.
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Construction plans for the city reveal a three story building to house a public park hog and a garage. The project aims to be completed in ten days at an estimated cost of about $141,000. The facility will serve 116 cuts.
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