20 Aug 1957
Page 1
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 22 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1957
Page
1
In Los Angeles the defense aimed to call stars as witnesses in a libel trial but judge restricted the strategy. The prosecution presented celebrity testimony while the defense sought to insert tests by Marjorie Meade. the jury was told the case would continue with further trial pages.
Truckers led a strike crippling New York raw milk delivery as 1150 drivers allegedly haul 95 percent of supply. Hudson Valley and NYC plants warn of two to three days before full impact. Dairymen’s groups call the strike costly at about a million dollars in losses.
Robbers broke into the Thomas Motors garage in Union City last night, pried open the cash register and safe, and made off with $44 in silver. Police say officers found the scene at 8 o clock this morning as they investigated the break in near the repair department.
Aue water show by more than 300 yearly swimmers will be staged at the Lake View side of Canadahte Lake tomorrow afternoon starting at 1 90. The event marks the end of eight weeks of learn to swim under the Corry chapter of the American Red Ore. After demonstrations, completing members will receive achievement cards. This year’s program is the most successful yet with over 300 students enrolled.
Police arrested Robert Adkins and wife Parmahly Adkins after neighbors complained of a chained and padlocked boy, Charles Adkins, 15, found bound to a bed. The father allegedly forced the youth to remain chained before a recent attempt to flee to nearby Huntington. The mother was away during the investigation. A 15 year old sister was reportedly caring for five other children.
City council weighs curb work to widen driveways and fix a dangerous sidewalk in front of 1018 North Center. McClintock petitions to repair the wall in front of his home as adjacent trees have raised it. City survey aims to identify further sidewalk needs in the Corry area with city hall walks and repairs to be checked. A shooting fatality at Selimneciady prompts police to note a 38 caliber revolver found near the body and a note left by the deceased.
Mayor Earl Cheuy seeks council approval to buy winter police uniforms at about $1018 with funds available now. Warren Uniform Company of Cleveland submitted the only bid, roughly $95 above the other proposed option, and the decision hinges on council approval.
A 13 year old Corry youth suffered extensive burns to his left side and right hand when an improvised accelerant exploded while he attempted to burn something at home. He was rushed to Corry Memorial Hospital for treatment.
A Baltimore and Ohio passenger train struck and killed Patrick Ft. Bowman, 72, of But Liverpool, Ohio. Beaver County coroner stated death details, noting he died after attempting to warn others and was unable to escape before the train passed.
Council last night studied the city sewer system and considered a $600 feasibility report from Hill and Hill to propose remedies for faster runoff and blockages. For $1,500 they would provide a full on site survey of all facilities with recommendations. The council hinted that the anticipated report cost could be funded from power equipment funds to dredge channels under bridges.
Senator Knowland of California prepares for a gubernatorial GOP primary showdown with Governor Knight after Knight announced his renomination bid. The two men trade barbs over use of the state office in a heated political battle set for next year.
California 1958 governor’s race heats up as Knight announces bid on both Republican and Democratic tickets. He hints Knowland’s presidential plans may influence the race while Knowland signals re election is unlikely. A separate report notes U.S. artist Sheldon Penoyer killed in a Madrid automobile crash.
Washington Hoffa testified during three weeks of Senate hearings into alleged racketeering at New York area unions. He admitted returning more than 7500 to grocers after extortion charges. Kennedy noted grand jury charges and multiple arrests, with some cases dismissed and others reduced to misdemeanors.
Residents in a Levittown development jeered and hurled rocks as a Black family moved into a ranch style home. State police kept about 250 neighbors at bay while 42 troopers guarded the Myers residence. One man, Don Walker of Levittown, was fined for disorderly conduct as tension spiked during the night.
U S diplomats warn Arab states about Syria tilting toward the Soviet bloc as President Nasser in Egypt weighs in, Syria's Kuwatly visiting Cairo amid a pro Communist shift. Moscow already backs Egypt with arms while Syria eyes submarines and allied arms deals. Afghanistan and Yemen also buy Soviet arms.
Ralph Myrick told attendees that every sale begins with recognizing a customer's problem. The Chamber of Commerce sponsored clinic at The Journal continues tonight at 7:30 for the final three hours with sales manuals distributed detailing time tested selling theories.
Congress faces a three way split as Republicans and Northern Democrats clash over a stronger civil rights bill while the Senate version with a broad jury trial amendment in voting rights cases hangs in the balance. Speaker Rayburn hopes for action before adjournment but prospects grow dim as party lines hold.
Crosby Minnesota reports Air Force Major David de Simon rode a giant polyethylene balloon to about 100000 feet for a potential record. He captured hundreds of photos while ground observers noted the craft rose from Fergus Falls area and may exceed 102000 feet if conditions allow.
Syria announced it would bring the United Nations’ attention to an alleged American plot against the Syrian regime. Foreign Minister Bitlly condemned U S actions as part of a broader policy blamed on the Eisenhower Doctrine, citing deteriorating ties and expulsions of three U S Embassy staff.
Bulletin from Washington reports Senator Kenowlind of California faces a delayed payment issue linked to a tax misprint and civil rights dispute. The unsettled matter involves the Congreve aid and a federal tradery swindle claim, with a deadline by month end.
Washington Senator Knowland describes President Eisenhower as hopeful that the Senate will restore a large part of the $809,000 foreign aid cut by the House. The meeting with Eisenhower and GOP leaders focused on administration requests for restoration, with Knowland stating the Senate may not fully restore the House amount but hopes for a higher House figure. Concerns included possibility of a special session and conditions tied to foreign aid funding.
Noted weather authority and former president of the American Meteorological Society, Carl Custay Rossby died yesterday in Stockholm. He served as a consultant for research and held posts at the Weather Bureau and the University of Chicago.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.