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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Aug 15, 1956

Page

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Reds Draft Plot To Junk Suez Talks

London dispatch reports U S Secretary of State Dulles arriving to urge positive outcomes at the Suez talks. Aimed at resolving the canal dispute, the conference includes 24 nations with Egypt’s nationalization of the canal a key backdrop. Officials consider expanding the talks to a wider site as Moscow weighs a competing move.

Reds London Bhute Buller Condon Vlavje Wistington Dutles United States Rlwna Hin Weenie Bhs Moncaw Foren Miniter Gamhi Abie Union Egypt Dulles Rinenhower Wilure

Boy Hurt by Pellet Gun Near Hospital

A Gary youngster sustained injuries from a pellet gun fired by a youthful companion. The incident occurred near a hospital where the boy required emergency treatment. Four patients, including a 28 year old, were treated and released after medical care. details of the accident were sparse in hospital records.

Gary Youngster Carry Charles Sweeton Ted Cony Wenleh Cory-Jamestown Mig.-Corp Shaffer Dongld Tneeratlore George Fox Iy Park Place

Auditor Hodge Gets 10 Years Former official sentenced on fraud charges

In a federal proceeding in Washington the Civil Relief Commission disclosed new job openings for portmaster positions in Pennsylvania and nearby states. The report mentions ex-auditor Hodge receiving a decade term for alleged financial wrongdoing and referenced individuals connected to the case.

Man Freed to Face 1939 Killing Charge in Beaver

Paul J. Sook of Farview State Hospital, declared recovered to stand trial for the 17 year old axe murder of his parents and sister in rural South Beaver. Judge McCreary ordered Cook released to county authorities for court action, but he was later sent to jail after not standing trial. Dist. Atty. Richmed P Sleyard said the case may proceed on a one term of part.

Beaver Paul J. Sook Farview State Hospital Axe Robert B. McCreary Farview Cook Heavers County Mutter Beaver Downeshtyy Mace Furglew Gor Hinemac Richmed P Sleyard

Defeated IUE Candidate Contests Pittsburgh Union Vote

Thom ie Thomas claims fraud in counting ballots after losing to Paul Carmichael for president of the 10,000 member Electrical Workers Local. He appeals Allegheny County Court ruling that voided the election and allowed Carmichael to serve as president.

Utsburgh Thomas Paul Carmichael East Pittaburgh Works Westinghtome Breeirie Carmichael Mier Ne Carmichsel Ull Allegheny County Homis Penneylyanin Slipienie

Brinks Parade Of 600 Shrinks Pool Of Jurors

In Suffolk Superior Court 600 prospective jurors were examined for the Brink’s robbery case. Judges culled the pool to 145 acceptable, 42 unacceptable, and the rest were dismissed for business or other extenuating reasons as the trial opened.

Brink Boston Suffolk Superior Court Tudge Felix Forte Nas Beer Heverine

Seek Cause Fatal Burns

Detectives seek to determine how a Washing ton Coney Island worker suffered extensive burns leading to death. Edyard Hoytes aged 56, from Middletown, found in his home. A separate civil suit in district court involves The Murphy Elevator Co and Oliver Broko over a pump patent dispute and alleged misselling prompting retooling.

Allee McKeesport Edyard Hoytes Middletown Suttseyroh Podarnt Oliver Drow Pitt Duvet Louisville Murphy Elevitor Co Oliver Broko Murphy Planta

Leader Accused Of Clubbing Votes Into Line

In a tense split within Pennsylvania's Democratic delegation for the Stevenson Harriman contest, Gov Lender leads pro Harriman delegates while Waller accuses patronage pressure to sway Stevenson supporters. Delegation leaders meet one by one with delegates as a key floor vote looms.

Chicago Pennsylvania Ax Huttonholing Francis E. Waller Averell Hareimann Gov Adlair Stevenson Stevenson Tomorow Wimo Hattiman Hinds Teubt Jabhog Wits Ehalrmay Lise Fils Harriman Awiteh Waller Lender Taellos Finve Governon Renage Vininds Walter Stey Mason Phomas Kinnedy Ice United Mine Workers Letuy Martinion

Corry School Costs Compared With District Averages

Analysis shows Corry's per pupil education costs in 1954 55 running lower in most administration categories yet higher in several local expense areas. Overall education per pupil totals show Corry below regional and national figures in several channels, with building costs notably exceeding broader area norms.

Corry United States Tue I Jn Transportation

Rail workers back unionists amid port disruption

Members of two maritime unions refuse to cross picket lines at the Connectut port as railroaders and shipyard officials take over switching duties. Hoy from the Pittsburgh steamship division led the effort while Bessemer Railway supervisors assumed ore shipment duties, aiming to keep Con distinct shipments moving to Talisisd.

Custanuay Beleree Loki Erie Aoknd Tel Ahipgaliye Vnionists Aid Ploksl Connectut Sedeie Bo Wollne Hoy Fittsburgh Brewmship United State Stea ‘Corp Bessemer Ailway Imbor Conifisut Taliisid

Chamber Seeks 1800 to End Year and Open Drive

Thaw led three-man committee to raise funds and spark a renewed chamber membership push. Bracken to chair with Hillstrom and Mayor Cherry, targeting a combined 1800 or 1900 dollars to sustain operations and launch a year-end drive.

Chamber Corry Buiiesa Rite Charles H. Bracken David A. Hillstrom Earl T. Cherry

Democratic Civil Rights Plank Drawn For Dixie Support

In Chicago Democratic drafts early today approved a liberal civil rights plank aimed at appeasing Southern delegates. The plan endorses the Supreme Court generally but avoids ordering desegregation in public schools. Key figures from multiple states backed the plank while Celler pressed amendments to strengthen it, signaling a tense but harmonious final layout for the platform.

Chicago Emanuel Celler New York J. P. Coleman Mississppi Sen Ervin North Carolina John 8 Battle of Virginiia Vann H. Kennedy Taxus Brooks Hayes Arkansas Celler John W. McCormuick Massachusetts Grace Hudstin O&lsham Emma Guffey Miller Pennwivinis Gracie Prost Toliho Coller Democratic Party Stevenson Franklin D. Roose- Veit Strong Stevenson Rep. McCormack Ite Hiielians Strateginia Hiey

Field Maneuvers by Pennsylvania Guard at Indiantown Gap

Troops from Pennsylvania's National Guard were inspected at Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, by Maj. Gen. L. D. Carter and Reserve and National Guard officials as the two week summer encampment began. Field artillery units from the 107th Battalion Pittsburgh through Wilkes-Barre and Philadelphia, plus three infantry regiments including the 100th, 110th, and 115th, prepared for tactical maneuvers with mortars rockets and carbines.

Indiantown Gap Pennsylvania Eth NA Zonal Regular Army L. D. Carter Eral Sid Army Pittsbureh Wilkes-Barre Aavul Newcastle Hullylsicn 100Th Hortienstern

Oven blast kills fifteen in uncertain housing fire

A cook opened an oven door and heat caused an explosion that killed 15 people. State experts and local officials called it an explosion with unclear cause, noting a still ongoing investigation to determine if natural gas or manufactured gas sparked the blast.

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Ex Senator Taylor Trims Lead in Idaho Nomination Fight

In Idaho's Democratic senatorial primary Ben Gleh Taylor faced a tight race against Frank Gickenh from Boise. Early returns showed Welker with about 19,000 votes ahead of rival Holden from Taio Fall, with final results pending official canvass.

Eusom Guar Ben. Gleh Taylor Fev Idaho Frank Gickenh Newcomis Fron Boise Bath Heine Welker William 5. Holden Taio Fall Welker

Waterford Car Crash Kills 16-Year-Old Dan Little

A Waterford boy, Dan Little, 16, died after a three car crash on the Waterford McLare road near Erinville. Allen Roberts 17 and Richard Fenner 17 were involved, with Eugene Davis 17 also in Roberts car. Coroner withheld death certificate. investigators called the incident part of a pattern of “horsing around” with cars.

Waterford St. Vincent's Hospital Erlé Waterford-McLare Btate Laurence Park Hon Dan Little W. W. Wood Yeporla Little Allen Roberts RD. 4 Litté Richard Feyiner Hie Tenner Bar Roberts David Fenner Polive Ugene Davis Erles Tate

Jury to Rule On Indictment in Washington County

Washington County grand jury will decide whether highway superintendent Joseph Abate and assistants Henry Zerman Howard Fenton Julie Butte Otto Verberber should face charges of political campaign contribution abuse. Judge Cummins led a special probe, with over 100 witnesses, as District Attorney Hanna prepares bills for presentation next Monday.

Washington Washington County Woshington County TghWwiys Nis Idee George M Gummins David H. Welner Hingihe Joseph Abate Henry Zerman Howard Fenton Juline Butte Otto Verdlerber Dist Atty Michael A Hanna Erie Bill Iem Midge George T. Cummins Heliit Shinhways Department Tudge Cummins Tudge Weiner

Murthy Rive incident in Miami Beach shocks local scene

AP briefs report a baffling incident in which a 39 year old man named Bold, described as rans, after a wakeful period, found a person named Jennie unconscious on a bedroom floor. Hospital staff attended to the injured with Dr Ralph Robbins noting the man reportedly took about 20 jattts during the event. In Harrisburg, David Watson faces scrutiny over a Will design. The Turnpike Commissioner debate features Gov. Leader. The Povertor attended the Democratic Nile Convention in Chicago and urged Watson's resignation. Senator Wie Inter was elected chair of the Philadelphia We Publica organization.

Miami Beach Fla Siidkew Gini Harphy Ielan Ralph Robbins Harrisburg David Wateson Cov Ghi Cngo Watson Honater

Adlai Widens Lead With Williams Aid

London reports Egypt’s Nasser may allow international canal supervision but insists Egypt retains sovereignty over the Suez Canal. Foreign Minister Chowdry arrives for crisis talks and Dulles seeks early concessions with Eden as tensions ease ahead of the conference opening speech.

London Pakistan Nasser Egypt Hamidul Haq Chowdry Earter Sue Dulles Bethe Enlire Dulles Eden Forelen Serratary Selwyn Loyd Eden

Wilson says U S can defeat any enemy in war talks

Charles E. Wilson told veterans the United States has weapons and power to defeat any enemy but noted differences over how to defend effectively. He spoke to about 100000 spectators at a Veterans of Foreign Wars parade and urged balanced defense planning amid new weapons and equipment. He also backed Vice President Nixon for president if Eisenhower retires.

Daldas Charles E. Wilson United States Wilson Park Nixon Eisenhower

Rhee Foe Wins Korea Vice Presidency in Swearing In

Syngman Rhee’s rival Chang Myhminvis took office as South Korea’s vice president today amid a tense inauguration. The 56 year old named critic of the government railed against past regimes, calling for constitutional reform and anti corruption stance. Chang’s brief remarks praised democracy and economic progress under Rhee, while he avoided remarks during the ceremony observed by hundreds.

Bevei Pune Ae South Korea Syngman Rhee Pert Ard Chane Myhminvis Chonn Ylbindore Yeurs Chang

Favorite Sons Step Down To Pass Strength To Frontrunner

In Chicago a caucus of New Jersey and Michigan delegates shifts support to Adlai Stevenson as the Democratic convention moves toward a Stevenson bid against Eisenhower. Governor Meyner and other state leaders weigh in, while Williams and Clement are noted as potential influences in the evolving delegate alignments.

Chicago Tersey Hay Adiat Stevenson Robert J. Mey- Hef Stevenson Eisenhower Michigan G. Menten Williams Michieln Aver Harrimonsof New York Ben. Stuart Symington Missouri Williams Inter New Jersey Btule Jenders Robert JB. Meyner Steyerst Tennessee Blevenson Guy Frank G. Clement Agallehey

Hurricane Betsy Moves Northward Away From U S

Betsy Centered about 210 miles east of Melbourne moving north at 7 mph and expected to turn north northeast then swing further away from the U S mainland toward the open Atlantic. Strong winds extended outward up to 150 miles from the center with gale conditions to the northeast.

MLAML Kk. UN Ai Smaill U.S Gordon Dunn Miami Werther Ares Benay Melbourne Atlantic Botey Otter Dren Mons

Nazi Official Dies at Home In Long Battle

A high ranking Nazi official died at his home yesterday after a prolonged illness. The report notes his role as a key minister in the regime and mentions the home near the town. Local authorities announce his death and the community prepares for official notices and burial proceedings.

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