24 Aug 1957
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1957
Page
1
An auction listing documents sales of cattle including cows and heifers, with items such as springer cows and beef cattle. The notice references Hogs Ke and RK'S ACTION, listing buyers and locations across towns like Pownville and Allegany as part of a regional livestock market report.
Rescue teams locate the remains of three girls buried beneath fill in a quarry near Dixon after a 21 day search. Parents of the missing children, Mr and Mrs Guernsey, kept vigil as workers recovered the bodies beneath a tree in the quarry. Continued on Page B6.
A dramatic three mile rescue at sea ends with the mother and infant in peril. Mrs Martha Gote, 24, of Springfield, and a child are among those swept by heavy waves near Old Orchard Beach. Despite heroic efforts by coast guard and rescuers including artificial respiration, rescue attempts fail. The infant crowns the mother’s life as she fights to reach safety amid high winds and tides. Coast guard crews report weather hampered boats and nearly all divers being unable to reach the island. The tragedy unfolds off Engle Island with the community mourning a heroic, perilous effort.
The Army reports major spending cuts totaling about 2.8 million dollars for the current year. It plans to reduce civilian payrolls, close depots and facilities, and shed thousands of noncombat positions. The move follows prior warnings of rising costs and broader budget tightening across the services. Reserve forces face large reductions, with plans to streamline forces and shift to a lean, mobile posture abroad.
A two-vehicle crash on Route 16 near Bayonr injured four and killed two people. Police report the car traveled east and struck the westbound tractor-trailer, as names and ages of several victims including Vernon Hopwood 34 and Gloria Siojp 12 are listed in the report.
A 19 year old mother of four, bound by Jehovah’s Witness faith, remains in critical condition after a hysterectomy at Brooksvent Memorial Hospital. Her husband and religious leaders oppose transfusion, but officials say there is no law forcing consent. The wife had agreed not to receive a transfusion, while doctors warned she needs immediate blood to survive.
A banquet, part of the Potato Festival, will be held Tuesday at 6 30 p m with speaker Ma Lagmenton LAGINGTON WIDE LIE addressing federal highway legislation impact on communities in Corry. Tickets are sold by local chambers of commerce members and Corry Grange ladies will provide dinner.
The Chicago paper increased daily prices with weekday issues at a higher weekly rate and Saturday editions at a different price. Publisher Joly S. Knight stated the move aims to hold steady publication costs and maintain service. The annual rate changes reflect a rise from prior figures, affecting all subscriptions.
Mrs. F P Schatz wife of the crash victim, remained in critical condition at the Stem Memorial Hospital in Univ City Wisconsin after yesterday's collision with a semi. Police reported the driver of the semi remained cleared of fault. Schatz died from skull fractures and internal injuries. Deputy Cooney and John Marks commented on the incident.
Governor endorses study of a limited access highway from Erie to the West Virginia line with goal to join the federal Interstate system. Officials cite Lake Erie and St Lawrence access, noting 37 miles of US 19 could be folded into the network. A 40 mile stretch from Washington to Warrendale is already Interstate.
The Foreign Office announced Britain suffered only heat exhaustion with a few cases. The British armed Oman force reported one man killed and four slightly wounded. Rebel casualties were described as all killed with about 20 wounded.
Hoffa was returned to his Detroit headquarters after a Senate probe labeled him a disgrace to trade unionism. The investigation by Senator McClellan’s committee led to dismissal of Hoffa’s testimony and questions about his ties to racketeers like Johnny Dio. Hoffa denied memory of key dealings and said he would pursue Teamsters reform if elected president.
Union leader Walter Reuther asserts the UAW will press wage demands to curb inflation. He addresses concessions talks with Ford, General Motors, and Chrysler, warning restraint could follow inflationary pressures while automakers seek rapid settlements.
Ellwood City aims to become a third class city by collecting required signatures by October. The move would empower the community with improved zoning and tax mechanisms, plus access to a property assessment system.
A senior U.S. diplomat travels to East Asia to study the unfolding Syrian crisis and gather first impressions of regional reactions. Officials cited aims to assess diplomatic options and potential alliances as Middle East tensions rise.
SUNS LUNN reports three boys between 10 and 14 perished in a barn fire near Johnstown on Cambria Somerset county line. Peter Mitch Jr 14 and cousins John D Pebley 14 Donald Pebley 10 were found in a hay den inside a halved hay structure after a tunnel entrance ignited, apparently set by cigarettes. Neighbor Margaret Tort identified the scene and called the fire department as sisters Rebecca and Christine Pebley fled the blaze. The coroner attested the boys were in a hay den when the fire started. continue reading on page two.
The U S Court of Appeals ordered a new trial for seven accused Communists after reversing prior rulings. The indictment charged two conspiracies under the Smith Act related to the Communist Party in Colombia, with one conspiracy later deemed invalid. The Justice Department in Washington will decide on a new trial.
Congress nears a bipartisan compromise to pass a civil rights bill ending years of deadlock. Leaders say the measure could win approval and adjourn next Friday with Eisenhower expected to sign. Southern filibuster voices remain divided, House Rules Committee to act early next week.
In a trial focusing on Confidential and Whisper magazines, Fred Meade testified that Hollywood Research paid up to 150000 dollars for scandal information from July 1955 to February 1956. He named informers who received as much as 1000 dollars each and alleged a scheme to frame the defendants.
Lt Col Walter D Berger is acquitted by a general court martial of negligent duty in the deaths of four soldiers during a mock attack at Fort Ari's center. The eight member panel ruled the officer had no fault in the incident and that the order to resume firing came from Lt Col Shine, who testified he directed the action only after reviewing conditions.
A Corry Area High School meeting on August 28 aims to settle two school accounts. The school and its authority expect final approval on the Couelway School matter and the High School Wihteth Held case. The board’s earlier decision had stalled as details were cleaned up by the committee.
A soldier visiting Gorey, Wyanl, reported his wallet stolen near West Main Street. A man identified as Anes Myku of RD 4 Gorey was arrested after the incident, with amounts of about $20 reportedly taken and a struggle described during the theft.
Cincinnati virologist Dr Albert Rabin warns of a new intestinal virus joining amai as a threat in the United States Dr Sabin reports Milwaukee has about 1000 cases of echo type 9 symptoms include fever swelling muscles sore throat and fatigue The illness lasts up to a week or more and is mitigated by rest and fluids The notice urges hygiene and isolation to limit spread
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