06 Aug 1956
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 06, 1956
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR note mentions a weigh or coat item and a test, with unclear names and dates. The readable text hints at a calendar or schedule reference and a quoted line, but specifics are not clear enough to identify people or organizations.
Egypt seeks defenses after Britain displays force as Eden presses for action. Amid talk of reservist call ups and a 44 nation conference, international moves to place the canal under control unfold. Egypt’s seizure of the waterway prompts military moves and diplomatic talks with Rome and London playing pivotal roles.
A series of weekend traffic incidents left ten cars piled up and numerous injuries. The crashes occurred along Concord Ridge Merritt Road and Riceville Corners near Wallabites, with victims treated at Cony Memorial Hospital. Damage estimates exceed $1,900, and several drivers faced citations for traffic violations.
A Monessen couple and their six month old son were missing after a flash flood swept away their car near Fayette City, Johnson Hudjow Creek. James Pascarella Jr and wife were in the car with Damien when water rose. search teams recovered the car but bodies were not found as crews scoured the swollen creek and stream banks.
Monongahela River rose to a crest forecast at 26 feet as West Virginia and southwestern Pennsylvania endured days of heavy rains. Dozens of barges were driven downstream, bridges closed, and floodwaters overwhelmed river towns with five feet or more above capacity. Forecasters warned of ongoing rises as dams and smaller creeks failed to absorb the deluge.
A disturbance outside a Polish club on Mont Avenue at 2:30 yesterday ended with police escorting partygoers away. Several claims of innocence were heard as officers scrambled to separate arguing groups and later received new calls about possible drunken driving and other offenses.
Marine Lance Corporal Matthew G McKeon awaits Navy Secretary Charles Thomas ruling to overturn his bad conduct discharge for the Ribbon Creek death march incident. Court martial cleared him of manslaughter and some charges but left him facing possible jurisdictional review and reassignment while awaiting higher authority decisions.
A city police report describes a rainy night mishap in the Molt Greed area Saturday just before 9:20 p.m. Motorist Harry Krorit, 63, of Exie, attempted a turn from Frank Street onto Mott Street and struck a private yard fence, with no reported property damage. Officials noted the event was weather influenced and found the vehicle driving slowly with one tire flat.
In Pittsburgh area weather and politics mix as Adlai Stevenson and Johnson vie for the Democratic nomination. A historic weekend storm floods basements and disrupts streets, while party insiders debate whether Johnson can clinch the nomination on the first ballot with Harriman pilots challenging him and platform talks looming.
Stainless steel’s rapid rise in construction and aerospace accompanies plans to expand steel plants and boost rolling capacity. Industry leaders predict annual output approaching 140 million tons as nickel shortages threaten aluminum use. Steel is pitched as lighter, stronger, and economical for high speed aircraft, trains, and reactors.
Corry marks the start of its YMCA project with a ground breaking ceremony attended by about 100 people. Speakers emphasized ongoing YMCA work and community support as David A Hillstrom and FE Whittlesey broke the ground. Dr Elmer Ortner compared the building to earth’s transformation and urged future service for youth.
Time Inc reports net income of 8.02 million dollars for the period, with shares valued at 448 dollars, and a per share figure of 240 dollars for the same period last year. The company shows a capital rise to 513,100 dollars after tax provisions from sales. Wealth and holdings linked to Honaton Oil Co of Lexis appear in the filing.
Public donations totaling 451.84 were collected over two days from Corryites in street corner efforts for the Beaver Club. Prize winners included Charles Minn Richard Houghliffe Bemis Jerome, with a point system rewarding tags sold hours worked and funds raised.
A tractor spill near Minotait hospital injures a child identified as Cori, daughter of My and Mis Gene Mi Guy of Ri 1 9, as Christine Foite is also noted. The report describes the child’s injuries and subsequent hospital care after the incident on a Sunday, with unclear details about the tractor’s exact role and additional bystanders.
Bulletin reports two people killed and about 20 injured in blasts at a Seuak area chemical plant. Fire and emergency crews responded as city residents felt the explosions. Local officials ordered investigations and arrests in connection with the incident.
A 15 year old girl, Evelyn Carnicki of West Washington Street, allegedly attacked a state trooper with a kitchen knife after being picked up near Waterford. The officer deflected the blow and detained her. she was hospitalized for psychiatric observation after the incident and authorities discussed avenues for care and restraint.
Corry man leaves a $20,000 estate in probate proceedings dated Saturday at the county courthouse. The filing lists siblings and heirs including a St Clair, Illinois connection and mentions William of San Luis Obispo and Jersey City ties.
The five week United Steelworkers strike ends as Avito Steel Corp and other major firms sign contracts returning 650000 workers to work. By week’s end, most plants are to be fully operational with production resuming.
A judge scheduled a public meeting for the parents of a nine year old boy after a case of alleged abuse. Police reported the incident involved the child wandering from home and a family dispute at 416 West Pleasant Street. The child’s mother, Mrs LeRoy Mireltine, said she fears for the baby’s safety and cooperates with authorities. Police Chief Harley Drake said the meeting will address welfare and custody issues as investigators examine how the minor may have been harmed.
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