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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Aug 22, 1955

Page

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Deaths Near 800 in African Riots Prompt Moroccan Crisis

French troops and Foreign Legionnaires chased rebel bands in Morocco as North Africa rioting pushed the weekend death toll toward 800. Algeria reported 704 dead, with fears of 1,000 total. Morocco saw 219 dead, many civilians and French, amid widespread fires and tank and jet activity. Paris and Algerian leaders prepared for talks to grant more self rule in the protectorate.

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Charleroi Man Heads State Elks NAARTIS

Keny Urben of Charleroi was elected president of the Pennsylvania Elks Association at the opening of its annual convention. He succeeds Ruel H Smith of Warren and heads a 400 delegate group from 14 lodges with 90 000 members. Other officers elected include A Helfney Middletown secretary Gould Scranton treasurer Ellanberger Lock Haven trustee Thompson Bt Mayor Robins and Lt Gov Furman welcomed delegates on behalf of the city.

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Fighting Along Gaza Border Escalates Amid UN Visit

An Egyptian military spokesman said three Egyptian soldiers were killed and five wounded in a 27 hour clash with Israeli forces near the Gaza frontier. Egypt accused Israel of the attack as UN officials prepared to discuss border tensions during Maj. Gen. Edson Lo Burns's visit tomorrow.

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Bank Robbery Suspect Freed and Hunt Continues

Police say a New York man detained after claiming a robbers’ reward at a Poughkeepsie station was released. The $11,000 Tidale bank robbery case remains under wide search with state police FBI and county sheriff coordination. The suspect, about 160 pounds with light hair, is believed to be 20 to 24 years old.

Pho Corning Mii Pough Ulin New York Po- Hce Tidionte Bank

Collapse of Kohinoor coal breaker kills three in Shenandoah

Three men died and eight were injured when the 100-foot Kohinoor coal breaker collapsed at Shenandoah Pennsylvania's Kohinoor site. The Philadelphia & Reading Coal & Iron Co sent rescue crews as ambulances and fire units rushed to the scene. About 26 workers were present at the time of the collapse. No fire was reported initially.

Shenandoah Kohinoor Brawiker Philadelphia & Reading Coal & Tron Co

Tales Continue Chicago Strike as IH Walkouts Persist

In Chicago, nearly all of International Harvester Company's 40 000 CIO United Auto Workers employees are joining walkouts. Bargaining tallies continued today as labor actions press for better terms.

Chicago International Harvester Company CIO United Auto Worker

Party Leaders Meet Anew On Tax Program

Governor and Democratic leaders in Harrisburg resumed talks on a compromise tax program to fill the state budget gap. The discussions focus on revenue increases and new taxes with GOP resistance to higher levies and possible income tax revival.

Associated Press Harrisburg — Gov Ned Republiniy Bempestre Ding Tobloun Giscas GOP Senate Ben Keweler R-Limeyster Secale Walt Mutiday Repubican

Missing Girl Hunt Turns to Niagara River Search

Coast Guards pursue the body of a missing girl after a man named Carl Wolfgang Kon F was found dead on a concrete pier near Bird Island in the Niagara River. Marie Klene, last seen walking with him, is missing. Police report a blond purse with $4 and a bank book found near the victim.

Buffalo Coast Guards Niagara River Carl Wolfgang Kon F Wis Dne Bird Island Ningwi Marie Klene Iseland Lye Kohler

Two Cars Damaged In Rite Vi Road Smashup

Police report a collision on Rite Vi and 277 five miles south of Corry injuring occupants as Don Danforth aged 86 and Edward L. Tawney aged 45 escaped. Tawney slowed before turning. Danforth rear ended him. Damages estimated at 350 for Tawney and 100 for Danforth.

Cura Corry Bate Bazrarks Don Danforth RD. 1 Cambridge Springs Edward L. Tawney Tawney Danforth

Injured Airman To Be Freed By Reds Tomorrow

An injured U S Airman, Lt Guy Tt Bujmypas, is scheduled for release by Communist forces after six days of captivity near Kum Whi. The captor states include claims about the airman’s role as a spy and the involvement of allied observers.

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Leader Tours Flood Sectors

Gov Leader visited flood ravaged areas in Pennsylvania to assess damage and meet relief officials. He described extensive property losses and promised to improve routes and coordination as recovery efforts continue with state aid and field inspections.

State Teachers Meet Highlights Local Education Issues

A state teachers meet discussed key problems and procedures in public education. Representatives reviewed teaching processes and building concerns with focus on improving instruction and classroom conditions.

Sixth Annual Corry Potato Festival Opens With Banquet

The Sixth Annual Corry Potato Festival begins with a banquet at 6:48 tomorrow hosted in Cony Avenue, with Potato Festival Queen candidates and dignitaries including state Secretary of Agriculture and Mrs Nix attending. Officials note the crop’s significance to Northwestern Pennsylvania and the economy, highlighting farm machinery, fertilizers, and shipping as key factors.

Corry Min Curry Honig Aguichlture WT. Nixo United Suiys Pennsylyania Chamber of Commerce Inrkatsi Almoat Ared Mary Anny Kuhns Lehiat Hha L. M Donkhu

Caribbean Weather Hint Signals Possible Tropical Storm

A fragmented weather report notes a disturbance near the Caribbean and Atlantic moving westward with a developing system. Forecasters say a tropical storm may form as winds shift from east to west and a broad wave remains unsettled.

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Russia to Release 3 GIs Amid Missing Soldier Case

The Army said three American servicemen including Capt Murry Fields of New York City were to be released soon by the Soviet Union. A spokesman linked Fields to a 1948 desertion record held at Nuernberg with other personnel. The State Department announced in Washington that the Soviet Union agreed to custody handover and trial proceedings for the missing soldier.

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Ike to hear report on Geneva meet

President Eisenhower will hear a first-hand report on the Geneva atoms for peace conference from Lewis Strauss of the Atomic Energy Commission. Strauss is expected to arrive in Geneva late today or this evening and may brief the President tonight or tomorrow aboard Eisenhower's private plane.

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Jaycees Plan Second Labor Day Celebration in Corry

The Corry Junior Chamber of Commerce announced the second Annuli Labor Day Celebration for September 6 at Mend Park. Anthony said residents can expect entertainment and a community event, with Robert Parker named head of the project and plans continuing.

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State Launches Rehabilitation After Floods

The state undertakes a flood recovery effort amid a disaster that left 93 dead. National Guard units secure posts, Red Cross aid mobilizes camps like Camp Davis, and communities including Lackawanna Pike Wayne and Monroe counties face extensive damage with many missing residents.

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Crippled Arkobean Steered Toward Port Under Salvage

The 138 ton Arkobean, crippled after an engine room fire, was towed 200 miles toward Scotland by the Sulveds tug. Captain George Wilken and crew abandoned ship after 63 hours at sea, with salvage experts ruling derelict salvage terms and potential compensation to the owner.

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Streams And Rivers Back To Normal Levels

Flood aftermath in the Northeast with rescues and relief efforts ongoing. Emergency supplies and refrigeration units were moved to danger zones as crews assessed damage and evacuation orders spread through towns like Stroudsburg and Nearby areas.

Prowler pursued at 118 Franklin street apartment

A prowler was chased from the residence of Petur Giros at 118 Franklin street after Giros died in Cleveland. Executor Harry Pipourne reported the incident to police, with Mrs. Lillian Crayford confirming a prowler seen in the dwelling around 10 PM. Officers began investigations at the Franklin address.

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