21 Aug 1957
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1957
Page
1
A readable fragment indicates official notices from Columbus and Pennsylvan ia authorities about a public sale and related legal actions. Names such as Williams and Ivanikr appear with addresses and parties involved. The document references the mayor and city notices, with procedures for bids and deadlines and mention of a company and court-related directives.
In Washington James Hoffa testifies before the Senate Rackets Committee denying knowledge of Teamsters funds used to buy property in Detroit. He acknowledges loans and investments tied to Hoffa allies, disputing connections between Paul DeLuela and another individual, while committee probes possible conflicts of interest in Teamsters welfare and union finances.
Ah IEVIL Gewrae and Michael Krull, brothers from McKees Rocks Pennsylvania, are scheduled for execution in the electric chair today for a kidnap rape near Chattanooga Tennessee. They were 46 and 32 and were transported to a federal penitentiary in Atlanta due to lack of state execution facilities. The case stems from a February incident in which a 53-year-old businesswoman was kidnapped and assaulted in Chickamauga National Park.
Corry Tovephy Tinka of 40 Snyder Circle is slated for a Friday 10 a.m. hearing on charges of fault and battery and surety of the place. Police arrested him after a morning complaint by Mr and Mrs Pall of Seiota road. He will appear before Alfetman M.S. Cobbett on recognizance.
Fargo report details Wi major David G Simons completing an 82 hour ascent to over 100000 feet in a balloon mission. Boss Col John P Stapp backs further manned space ventures while Simons rests before heading to Minneapolis.
President Eisenhower said the United States does not justify intervention in Syria now though it watches the situation closely. He noted uncertainty about Soviet penetration patterns and signaled readiness to discuss Middle East policy with Republican leaders while seeking a bill balancing effectiveness with civil rights concerns.
About 2,000 steel workers returned to duty after a walkout in Songstown, ending the strike as they went back on the 11pm shift. The stoppage followed layoffs that left around 3,600 employees affected and involved talks among company and union representatives.
Corryite in a shooting case appears before Alderman George Gorden in Erie County court. The defendant Tev Williges has been jailed since August after admitting to shooting Glenn Keine in his Third Ward home. Keine, 62, died from injuries but later recovered and left hospital. The housekeeper says the shooting followed a dispute during drinking and she planned to return to Frewsture.
Washington reports a strengthening push toward a civil rights bill as Republicans and Southern Democrats maneuver. The House Rules Committee stalemate remains. four Northern Democrats seek a meeting to advance the measure, needing three of four Republican votes to proceed by midnight tonight.
G L Hutchinson, a 69 year old oilman and cable businessman from Okmulgee Oklahoma, shot his wife Hilda Hutchinson 43 and sister in Tucson before killing himself. Police recovered a typed note left in his scrapbook expressing despair over life.
Warren County Commissioners blamed a county aide for long running overcharges in mortgage fees at the prothonotary and recorder offices. They said discrepancies may date back about 20 years, possibly totaling around 420,000 over the span, and involve a 60 cent card fee replacing a 10 cent per item method.
The daughter of a film director admits selling scandal tales to magazines. She testified about payments totaling hundreds of dollars for stories and photographs linked to Hollywood gossip and a key party narrative. The trial record references offers of 200 to 300 dollars and related charges in the ongoing case.
State Police reported a serious crash near Mill Village when a tow vehicle connected to a car being towed broke loose. Mrs. Joseph Donohe of Waterford was injured, suffering a paralyzed right shoulder a dislocated right hip and a concussion. The car rolled multiple times and knocked a utility pole before stopping. She was admitted to Stem Memorial Hospital in Union City.
The UN Security Council refused to consider Soviet backed Arab charges accusing Britain of reinforcing peace in the Middle East by sending troops to quell an Oman rebellion. Six nations voted for debate, nine needed. the United States abstained and Nationalist China did not participate.
The will of Harold Beskin, 88, of 504 Marion Street, and Mori Benson of Surgerforwn is probated after Beskin died August 16. The estate lists 11400 in personal property and 1700 in real estate as part of the $18300 total value.
Damascus reports Syria's chief of staff accuses gangsters trained in America of planning mass killings to topple President Kuwaily. He names US diplomat Howard Stone and others as masterminds, with Syria informing the UN Security Council of the supposed conspiracy.
In Levittown Pennsylvania state police banned gatherings of more than three people near Legit lawn's first Negro homeowner after an officer was struck by a stone during protests. Sgt Tom Stewart was bleeding from an ear and may have a brain concussion. three people were detained as 400 demonstrators gathered for a second night of protests.
Directors report new stone and concrete wall around Memory Lane and the Hobby Shop at Mead Park with additional wall foundation in for later work. Grounds committee authorized planning for changes to park layout and routine upkeep during a busy meeting with reservations and caretaker notes.
The 26,000 ton World Splendor, owned by Naivehos group, sank after two explosions in the Mediterranean while en route from Southampton to Persia. London agents say survivors were picked up but some crew remain missing. Reports late yesterday said 32 injured and several unaccounted for.
A body was recovered along the Youghiogheny River near Connellsville, with authorities reporting the grisly discovery after divers located the victim in the water. Police and investigators cordoned the scene as they begin identification and cause-of-death inquiries.
The House Appropriations Committee trimmed 216.9 million from the Atomic Energy Commission request for 21485.6 million in operating expenses for the fiscal year. The cut targeted the building program and government power sector projects while preserving core areas like weapons and nuclear materials management.
The Roads Bureau announces incorporation of 2402 toll roads across 18 states into the 41 000 mile interstate and defense highway network. Congress urged to decide on toll-free purchase vs continued state toll maintenance as funds run short. Includes sections in New York Pennsylvania Ohio and others with planned additions and omissions noted.
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