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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1956
Page
3
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On the Washington scene a tired general named Monnok Bilas Gerk faced questions about his role and tenure. The article notes his age 76 and speculates on future service, with references to military and political circles in the capital.
A regional push for federal assistance intensified as leaders urged swift action to authorize relief for flood damaged counties and streams. Red Cross set up aid in Pittsburgh tri‑station region while towns along the Monongahela and nearby rivers reported receding waters and extensive damage. One man died in Uniontown after a cement walkway collapse during the flooding, highlighting the disaster’s deadly reach. Local officials named Brownsville, Cayonsboro, West Meretom and Uniontown among affected communities seeking rapid aid.
Burge on WaTU reports that Dermott urged Kane Borough Council to fluoridate local water after surveys by medical and dental groups. He cited AMA and ADA backing, noting fluoride treatment shows 40 to 60 percent decay reduction and is safe and effective. Council deferred action pending a formal letter to Brookville for water system coordination.
Margaret Rounds, age 150, died yesterday afternoon at her grandson Clifford Rounds’ Erie residence. Born August 23, 1801, in Spring Creek, she lived mainly in Corry and nearby areas, attended First Methodist Church, and was active in the WCTU. Survived by sister Mrs John MokKay, brother Frank Burrows, two grandsons Donovan and Gerald Rounds, granddaughter Mrs Harvey Nicholson, and ten great grandchildren. Funeral set Friday at 1g. m. with Roy Cassis Armitage officiating. burial in West Lawn Cemetery Columbus.
A Washington UPA official describes the role of seasoned career diplomats like Murphy and Henderson, saying they remain the backbone of diplomacy while secretaries come and go. The piece notes Murphy’s path from foreign service to career ambassador, and contrasts professional diplomats with political appointees like Dulles and Eisenhower.
Albert Squires a former Corry resident died in Danville TL after a long illness. Born February 2, 1865, he lived in Corry until moving to Danville 15 years ago after his wife’s death. He died after his daughter Mabel Squires passed in 1951. He leaves a son Albert Jr who was killed in World War I. Graveside services will be at Pine Grove Cemetery at 10:30 a.m. Friday. Arrangements by Bracken Funeral Home.
The article debates who bears higher steel prices as US Steel reports mixed effects on operating costs and profits. It notes abundant oil supplies but rising pipe costs, with contractors and manufacturers facing higher material bills while merchants risk tighter margins.
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