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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1956
Page
1
The unreadable OCR fragment references a local notice with names and figures, mentioning individuals such as Charles and a regional context. It appears as a damaged page snippet about a sale or legal matter, with scattered phrases about locations and identifiers but no clear event or outcome.
London sources report Britain prepared to act to keep the Suez Canal open, including possible seizure of the zone. Officials say the U.S. should offer political support if action is taken. Dulles met Eden and Lloyd as Washington holds back on full endorsement amid Egypt's nationalization move.
Aged president Dwight D. Eisenhower expressed confidence he could serve another four years. He responded to questions about his health and future while noting the party and public support. Reporters noted reservations about Suez and the Suez crisis, with reference to international waterway control and long term world stability.
Ex congressman Chester Gross, a former U S representative, faced charges of violating the state election code for distributing pamphlets in the April campaign. He waived a preliminary hearing, posting a $900 bond, with the case tied to signatures required on such political pamphlets.
President Eisenhower signed a foreign aid bill providing 375,600,000 dollars for the forthcoming year to assist 54 nations. The measure aims to reinforce allied services and economies amid Cold War pressures. The act includes stipulations limiting arms shipments and coordinating with the National Security Council, drawing support and opposition from Republican and Democratic senators.
Burmese government says it is seriously concerned by Chinese forces along the northern border. clashes reported up to 60 miles into Burmese territory with no exact troop count but estimates place at about 500. regional leaders, including Philippines VP Garcia, urge SEATO attention.
Kefauver withdraws to back unity with Stevenson ahead of Chicago convention. HarrimanALtered support, claiming delegates freed, while Stevenson files to lead on first ballot. Kefauver urged bankers to back Blavenson as nominee, predicting victory on the initial tally.
A jury absolved Donald W. Patra 28 of FD and Palin Buyalins 23 of Oakdale of negligent driving in a fatal truck auto crash. An eyewitness testified Miss Bovalinst was thrown from her car into the path of a white Whielyan as her vehicle stalled. The jurors found no negligence by the drivers involved in the North Fayette Towialulp incident.
Corry's YMCA construction moves forward with a Sunday ground breaking ceremony at 3 p m. David Hillstrom and F E Whittlesey, oldest members, are expected to attend along with Armour Fillstrom YMCA board chair. Reyvi B Kelly to give invocation and Dr Elier Oxtnor to be principal speaker as excavation starts soon and progress continues toward fall completion.
Harley Drake seeks chimney repair for a school chimney damaged by a lightning strike during a windstorm. He has failed to contact the building owner for months and plans to send a registered letter through solicitor Roger Brown. If ignored, the city may repair the chimney and bill the building owner.
Marine Corps proceedings at Parris Island focus on Sgt Matthew O McKeon amid charges of involuntary manslaughter and oppression of recruits linked to the Ribbon Creek night march. McKeon described the chaotic water crossing, recalling a drowning of a recruit named Norman Wood as he tried to lead others to safety amid shouting and confusion.
City Treasurer Carl Smith reports July meter revenue rose to 151,828 dollars, surpassing last year’s 118,453 and the July 1319.46 collected. Four month totals indicate current year sales lag behind the prior year’s deposits, with 615,079 dollars deposited in the meters last year. Ford parking tickets for July show a marked increase over previous counts.
The Most Rev. Joh Nell, Catholic bishop of Fort Wayne and nation’s ally, known for his Catholic public life and movie devotion, died yesterday.
A late 1940s fluoridation report outlines expanding adoption across states with more communities adding fluoride to public water. Experts cite cost effectiveness and health benefits while noting debates over price and policy. The Brookville case cited shows a per person cost around 32 cents annually, reflecting broader national trends reported by the U S Public Health Service.
Pittsburgh officials say the month-old steel strike may still settle without a major bust. A tentative wage package could rise from 45 to 55 cents an hour in a three-year no-strike contract, with issues like incentive pay and plant rules still to be resolved.
Senator James Berger of Pennsylvania opposes adding the Sharon to Stroudsburg route to the federal Interstate system. He supports Route 6 as the most advantageous alternative and calls for a complete study of comparative advantages before any inclusion. He notes prior maps suggested possible locations but argues for a careful, formal evaluation by the Federal Bureau of Roads.
A brutal fatal beating in an urban area left a boy dead as authorities investigated. Police detained the boy’s stepfather for questioning but later released him without charges as the case remained unresolved. Local officials stressed ongoing inquiry and public safety concerns.
The government today ended federal allocation of the Salk polio vaccine to states and territories. Secretary of Welfare Folsom said the move was to make more vaccine available to areas with greatest demand.
Local weather observer Leo Neckers reports July as exceptionally wet with 18 of 31 days rainy. Total rainfall reached 6.45 inches, above the monthly average of 3.59 inches, while hail and damaging winds were noted. Highs ranged to 97 on July 4, with a low of 41 and a warm spell persisting through mid month. nights stayed relatively mild, with a warmest reading of 80 on several days.
Governor Orval Faubus secured a decisive win in the Arkansas Democratic primary, defeating four opponents, including Jim Dobson and Jim Snoddy, without a runoff. Faubus broke tradition again by pursuing statewide office after an upset two years earlier.
Forty one convicts at Georgia facilities stage mass leg breaking protests over heavy work and heat. They smash tools with sledge hammers. ten are white and fourteen Black. Prison officials call the actions a self-mutilation tactic. The State Prison Director says no closure of facilities. prisoners face 12 months confinement at Field Rock and loss of mail, visiting rights, possibly solitary. Bread and water diet plus a full meal every three days outlined for dissenters.
President Eisenhower underwent a June 9 medical checkup. White House physician Maj. Gen. Howard Snyder said the general condition is good and that the upcoming trials of his successor should proceed as planned. The examination followed his September heart surgery and recent intestinal issue.
Torrential rains in Denver flood sections of the city, forcing hundreds from homes and causing extensive property damage. Emergency crews, including police and rescue teams, worked to evacuate residents as water poured into streets and buildings.
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