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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1957
Page
1
Reported proceedings center on a confidential case with Prominent figures like Crowley and Walker taking the stand. Witnesses include private detective Predlish and others as the defense seeks to prove a confidential story, amid argument over admissibility and dramatic courtroom moments.
The Senate approved Jer ome K Kuykendall for the Federal Power Commission by 36 135 and Don Pourlbers as assistant secretary of agriculture by 42 32 amid Western Democratic opposition. Kuykendall returns to federal payroll after leaving June 22.
Governor Lendey Wak plans a tour of drought stricken southeastern Pennsylvania counties including Bucks Chester Montgomery to inspect damage from the continued dry spell. A State Agriculture Department report notes crops and pastures severely affected with reduced production. federal disaster aid may follow pending committee action.
Miss Crussilla Fisher, 14, will headline the Corry Potato Queen events starting with a Tuesday banquet served by Corry Grange ladies. A parade, talent show, and cash prizes will highlight the festival with a $500 in parade prizes and more than 410,000 in awards. Entries cost $1 per couple, and competitions run through Saturday’s grand parade.
The annual auditor’s report shows Corry Schools ended the year with a balance of 58073 after receipts of 841,298 and expenditures of 973,164. Local taxes yielded 226,657 with 155,184 from property levy. building rentals and joint board payments totaled 428,036. The cafeteria net rose to 9,456 amid other fund movements.
City police report a burglar squeezed through a small window of Thomas Motors garage last night. They found $24 in the cash box and a crowbar used to pry open the door. Walter Potts reported the break in at about 7 AM and police checked a car inside for fingerprints with little value recovered.
Wartime, late shift 200 workers resume duties today after settlement of a jurisdictional dispute at Medusa Portland Cement Co. Plant. Arden Krebs, plant superintendent, said the strike is settled but gave no details. The walkout began over welding duties with millwrights, carpenters, pipe fitters and others joining. Union officials were not immediately available for comment.
House Republicans signal a strategic retreat from an all or nothing stance as Allen and the Rules Committee plan to push a civil rights bill toward floor action. Reports say a Tuesday or Wednesday panel vote could send the measure to the House, with discussion aimed at final action before adjournment.
An explosion at an Allegany Ballistics Laboratory site six miles south of the West Virginia line killed Raymond R. Miller Sr., 37, of Cumberland, and injured Oliver Paul Hendrickson, 58, and Harold Carl, 44. Officials said 10:30 p.m. triggered blast. cause under investigation. Memorial Hospital treated one man for possible fractures and other injuries. The lab, run by Hercules Powder Co., conducts research on powder for missiles.
State VFW leaders urged the United Nations to probe possible germ warfare by the Soviet Union. State Commander Will Tepsis sent a letter to UN Secretary General Day Ham mar asking an immediate inquiry into alleged Asiatic influenza and biological threats affecting the United States and other free nations. He cited concerns about germs released from China or Russia and the impact on populations and economies.
A distorted report claims John English, a Teamsters veteran, is favored by AFL-CIO for a key leadership role. Senate committee scrutiny and internal party dynamics color the alleged bid, with Hoffa’s support cited as pivotal.
Witnesses accuse the Teamsters leadership of rigging votes and racketeering to expand labor power. Key figures Hoffa, O Rourke, Din, Buck, and Lacey deny bribery and describe covert recordings and witness coercion. Hearings reveal pressure from Midwest and New York factions as investigations probe debt and influence.
A Navy blimp ditched during a training mission off Pauilien Sound in coastal North Carolina. Ninety minutes after the crash coast guard and air forces mounted a massive search with more than 50 aircraft and several cutters. Survivors from the crew of naval reservists were taken to Manteo near Wanchese while a missing jet pilot remained unaccounted for as rescue efforts continued.
Watchdog body impeaches Nationallnt Minister to Australia Dr Chan Ti Saw after a vote of 0 to 21. The motion cited concerns over future stationing of missiles and related policy actions. The 45 year old envoy faced removal amid regional tensions.
Washington action on a House foreign aid bill left a $809 million reduction in place as Sen Knowland and President Eisenhower pledged to pursue restoration in the Senate. Knowland said a bipartisan push could restore substantial parts of the cut while House members had approved 2.524 billion in new money. The President and Knowland met at the White House breakfast and discussed possible steps, with no immediate Senate vote planned for today.
Orville Hodge reflected on his first year in Menard Penitentiary saying he has been punished enough though the time has felt like ten years He discussed the mammoth state check cashing swindle that sent him to prison for 12 to 18 years and his hope for clemency He credited the Catholic chaplain and praised Warden Ross Randolph while avoiding details of the embezzlement and future plans.
A car struck a child riding a tricycle yesterday near home. A state police statement said the examination found the child unharmed. Police identified the driver as 43 year old Livvrenbe Lathrop of Ayittale.
A naval brig at Jacksonville faces a possible court martial for charges tied to a prisoner incident. Rear Admiral Wendell Swit will decide on proceedings as investigators name service members and outline alleged misconduct and potential military court action.
The Milk Control Commission approves a 1 cent per quart raise for retail milk delivered and bought in stores. Philadelphia suburban counties will see higher retail prices with regional adjustments in the September to October revision cycle. Dairy producers also receive higher payments to offset rising costs, with varied changes by district and delivery method.
PRR agents gathered in Erie with regional officials and members of the Valley Agent Association. Speakers included Moynihan Keegan Bender and Williams with detailed talks on safety and railroad conditions.
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