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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1957
Page
1
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Tito returns to Belgrade after secret Ro mania meeting with Soviet party chief Khrushchev and hosts Ho Chi Minh as distorting rumors swirl. Yugoslav experts see Khrushchev easing Moscow control and nudging a broader non Communist alignment, while Western socialist parties are urged toward a greater degree of freedom from Moscow. Continued on Page Two.
Berlin reports say Premier Nikolai Bulganin stays home while Khrushchev leads a Soviet party and state visit to East Germany next week. Communists speculate Bulganin’s absence signals political caution after party purges and recent leadership crises.
The World Council of Churches urged governments to halt nuclear bomb tests and seek disarmament. The council’s 165 Protestant and Orthodox denominations across 60 countries approved the statement without dissent after long discussions, though several abstained.
Controversy over Maxwell H Gluck appointment to Sri Lanka ministry prompts strong criticism in New York and Washington. Officials report Gluck uncertain on Sri Lankan prime minister’s name while defense of the choice cites extensive experience with regional affairs. a two hour briefing followed by cautious remarks.
The Soviet Embassy in East Berlin denied Nikola Bulganin was ill and dropped from talks with East Germany. An embassy spokesman said Deputy Premier Anastas Mikoyan substituted for Bulganin to focus on economic issues, noting Mikoyan is Russia’s leading economic expert among top policy makers.
A wild electrical storm swept through Corry on a humid Saturday, dropping temperatures from the high 80s to the 60s. Lightning struck a TV antenna causing a home fire at the Houser residence and knocked out local telephone lines, while fire crews battled the blaze and utility crews handled outages along Route 6 and Lovell Station. Local farmers hoping for rain finally saw relief as a long dry spell ended with much needed showers.
One killed and five hurt after a crash at a rural intersection south of Jamestown. Joseph Miletti of Jamestown died at WA Hospital after riding as a passenger in Clayton Holdridge’s car. Holdridge and Oscar Magnunon, also of Jamestown, were among the injured. Police withheld full details pending further investigation.
Prospective jurors remain sought for a confidential scandal trial as the process continues. Speculation swirls over possible challenges and delays while officials push to assemble a jury before the next session.
Senator George VIENNA of Georgia dies at 79 from heart disease in his home after a long career in the Senate and service as Eisenhower's ambassador to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization. Funeral services planned at First Baptist Church in Vienna, with burial at Vienna Cemetery. Senate leaders plan brief adjournment out of respect. Henry Cabot Lodge Jr. to attend as representative for the President.
State Highways Department ends construction of three lane roads to reduce head on collisions. Secretary Joseph Lawler says the department will eliminate more than 7,000 miles of three lane highways under its safety program. He notes the folly of three lane roads was clear under the current administration.
A local firm reports repeated gasoline thefts over recent weeks with four youths seen near the scene last night. Dilworth Dryis Jr of East Street said he interrupted the suspects before they fled, descriptions limited to four youths. Davis noted the incident as a theft attempt, with about 24 gallons reported missing and police seeking the culprits.
Fragmentary OCR text presents unreadable golf related items with names and places unclear. It appears to reference a event in New Kensington and mentions a player or person named Juha Bi Ahtotn and Hill Guest Couttry Gib but specifics are not recoverable.
Democrats pressed today to pass a civil rights bill to President Eisenhower for signature or veto. A high administration official predicted a veto if the bill reached him in Senate form, as Southern Democrats weighed options to support the measure only to see it killed by veto or fail in passage.
Comedian Red Skelton, returning with his ailing son Richard after a three week Europe tour, advised reporters not to take a sick child on such journeys. The pair posed for photos at Idlewild Airport as Skelton, his wife, and Richard prepared to fly home to New York, after visits in Rome to see the pope and stops in Sweden, Switzerland, and France.
Evelyn Dressler of French Creek died yesterday morning at Rowell Park Memorial Hospital Buffalo after a brief illness. Born November 16, 1918 in Bolts Pa she had lived in French Creek for 12 years and was active in Edwards Chipel Evangelion United Brethren Church Marks Corners. Survived by husband Howard one son William three daughters Charlene Sharon Patricia one brother William Bath Hoho Tex her parents Mr and Mrs Winlim Bmill Ni ware Pulls N.Y three sisters Mrs Bleacier Kirk Arlington Tex and other relatives.
Four suburban sailors led by Willy Wolforth, his wife, their son, and a friend set out from Chicago in March to Bremen. They bought a boat, sailed April 12, and crossed the English Channel. They cruised the Mediterranean to the Canary Islands and Bermuda, returning to Chicago via Great Lakes canals. A 55-foot mast rode out 40-foot waves near the Channel.
Floodwaters from Guilinas River burst riverside dams near Las Vegas New Mexico pouring about 90 million gallons of water into the area. Homes along the river were swept and damaged while hundreds were evacuated by National Guardsmen and firefighters. No loss of life reported.
The Labor Council indicated broad support for a proposed community welfare effort tied to payroll contributions. It envisions death benefits emergency aid and a fund through industrial groups and employees, funded via a fair share from employers and workers, to support city and school district needs amid tax collection reforms.
The Bennink estate probate shows total assets of 19500 in personal property and 400 in real estate. Guy W Bennink of South Center Street died July 22 after a roadway incident on West Smith Street. The will allocates real estate to Mrs Mihi Bermuk. Mrs Kuyor Purdink receives insurance funds from the Bennink agency. Remainder divided among three heirs Tyan Afyin and Norman.
Three men died in separate traffic crashes on Saturday night near PixBole and Feynolasville. Hay McKinney, 47, of Pittsburgh, plus two others perished when vehicles collided on Route 36 near a curve. Authorities reported the incidents occurred within miles of nearby towns as investigators pieced together details.
Washington secretary of defense and President Eisenhower clash over a proposed shift in the appropriations system. The plan would set annual appropriations for that year while allowing longer projects via signed contracts, with cash provided year by year. Wilson opposes, warning it could endanger rational security and cause funding confusion. The House Appropriations Committee released the secretary's testimony detailing the dispute and concerns about ongoing carryover of funds under current practice.
The June unemployment report shows a notable decline from May. Local Pennsylvania State Employment Office recorded 110 job applications for July versus 190 previous month, with 22 female and 92 veterans among applicants. Of 130 initial claims, 22 were female and 92 veterans. 61 referrals to the job touch yielded 36 hires, including 12 women and 22 veterans. Weeks of compensation rose slightly to 140. New jobless claims for July totaled 264, with most being clerical, service, skilled, and other categories. Some applicants were disqualified or left due to discharge, quitting, or unavailability.
The eastern half of the United States experienced cooler, fair conditions with seasonably cool temperatures and scattered showers. Readings ranged from the 40s in the northern Great Lakes toward the cool Canadian air mass, while the Gulf Coast and southern Texas remained hot and humid. Western areas anticipated warmer weather with isolated thundershowers.
Hoffa, aiming to succeed Dave Beck as Teamsters president, says he does not intend to lead a walkout from the AFL-CIO. He directs reporters to the jurisdictional committee head as a convention on constitutional revision opens. The meeting, first in 40 years, will decide jurisdictional tensions between Building and Construction Trades and industrial unions.
The state Revenue Department announced a new measure to start next month screening private and state mental institutions for inmate driving licenses. Inmates with operator licenses will have suspensions auto applied until cured, and already-held licenses may be recalled if not reported. The process relies on reports from institutions or physicians and uses state records of persistent blind pensions.
Ralph A. Miles, 48 Liberty Street, was arrested Saturday on a guard warrant after failing to report for a two week training program with the Pennsy anix Rational Guard. He was escorted by MPs to a training camp as police officials arranged his transport.
Three individuals sustained injuries in separate weekend traffic crashes on Corry area highways. One driver, Robert F. Meiterson of Guywhox Falls Ohio, cited for failing to stay right. A second crash at Route 6 near Columbus involved Perry Me at Columbia Hurélion, whose raft was abandoned during a turn. Hazelton’s Emma Winter suffered forehead injuries and lost four front teeth when her car collided with George Winter, 19, of Fairview. both were treated and released. A third crash on a motorcycle driven by Charles Towney, 60, of Erie, spun out as he reentered a highway. Towney and his wife were treated for injuries. Damage estimates vary. investigation continues.
The Sassertown department reports a health check of Boy Scouts at a jamboree, noting no confirmed Asiatic flu cases among attendees from Wilkes Wilbamapory Aibisbure and nearby areas. Officials say the screening focused on respiratory symptoms and recent exposures, with the investigation continuing and no infections confirmed to date.
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