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27 Aug 1956
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1956
Page
1
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Benson attacks political hypocrisy toward farmers amid a state poultry festival. He cites many errors and questions farm subsidies, urging action. The report notes a county auction and a controversial poultry sale in Pennsylvania with local figures bidding.
A construction dispute halts church work as an “Act Of God” halts excavations. Neighbors alert authorities after excavator operations cause debris and water inflow threatening nearby homes and a council weighs safety and timing amid objections from residents and a property owner.
Local reports indicate Sparta area will begin pouring for a drilling field today as geologists survey surrounding lands leased by Sparkenwbury interests. Prominent leaseholders include Harry Robinson of Miyatie Park and Titsville, with about 1000 barrels mobilized. the region near Clear Lake shows increased activity and potential oil or gas prospects.
Five people received treatment after a Route 6 collision near Corry. Paul Keppel of Columbia drove the striking vehicle and Harold Wickert of Mali or Ohio led the other car. Involved passengers included Chris Tien, 44, Jacqueline Chris Fersen, 4, and Janet Sképpal, 23, all of Gabin aus, with contusions. Estimated damage was about $800.
A 16 year old Erie girl died after a horse dragged her about 60 yards on the grounds of Fairview Saddle Club near Erie. The victim, a McDowell High School student, suffered a broken collarbone and other injuries. A 12 year old boy, David Milano, escaped unharmed as his horse bolted and dragged the girl briefly. The accident occurred shortly after noon yesterday. both riders were thrown when the horse reared and bucked.
Police grilled Lamaren LaMaren over the death of 25 day old Huby in Westbury New York after a kidnapping. Investigators say he took the infant to Brooklyn and abandoned him, with authorities tightening questions as the suspect remains tight lipped.
A landslide near the coast highway toppled rocks and dirt from a 175 foot cliff, burying the road and injuring two picnickers. Marcel Gentilion, Santa Monica director of public works, estimated 16,000 to 20,000 tons of material slid, covering the adjacent ways with up to 16 feet of debris.
Warren police say Earl Sperry, known as a former parolee, admitted burglary and a separate hold up during a weekend crime spree. He faced the Warren County Court and potential grand jury review, with details tying him to a dry cleaning shop burglary nearby.
President Eisenhower extends his golf at Cypress Point in Pebble Beach staying for another round after Republican National Convention renomination. White House aide James G. Hagerty says departure to Washington is delayed to Wednesday. Doctors say rest and golf aid his convalescence following minor abdominal surgery.
A Saturday evening event ended the Spud Festival at Goiry Ard High School parking lot. The program included dance, a merchandise prize drawing from Old Fashioned Bargain Days, and remarks by Sandra Cochran and others. Athy Burgers won a prize, with officials from the Core Wy Chamber of Commerce noting civil defense police involvement for crowd control.
Two polio patients in iron lungs were flown from Baltimore to Buffalo in an Air Force mercy mission. Mrs. Katherine Wrightson, 85, of St. Michaels, Md, and Mrs. Patricia Dudrow, 25, of Baltimore, rested at the University of Buffalo Chronic Disease Research Institute after a two hour flight. The mission involved portable respirators and trained air crew and medical staff, with plans to pick up another patient in New York City if approved.
Egyptian officials say President Nasser is likely to agree to meet with Australia’s Prime Minister Robert Menzies and a five nation committee in Cairo to discuss the Suez crisis plan for international control of the canal. Britain and France prepare for possible military action if talks fail.
Reports from a medical congress citing researchers Dr. Oppared and Dr. Kenik-Of discuss radiation doses tailored to individuals to slow chronic leukemia. They described radioactive phosphorus and other measures aimed at extending survival, noting progression differences between chronic and acute forms.
A 27 year old teller and part time minister from Mount Morris was arrested in Waynesburg after allegedly drawing 21000 from a customer’s account. He admitted taking some money and claimed to have spent it for his family and friends in need, saying he planned to repay portions. He is married with a four year old child and had worked at the bank about two years. Police noted he is a Morgantown resident and a former pastor.
Weather summary notes August rainfall at 3.60 inches for the month, with morning showers of about 0.25 inch. The period saw lightning at around 7 a.m. Friday brought cooler temperatures, with highs near 72 and a low around 45. Observed records from August 3 show August total around 4.42 inches, underlining a wetter than normal pattern.
Adlai Estes launch a wide political campaign touring multiple states to urge Democratic unity and critique Republicans. The trip includes stops in Santa Fe, Vancouver, Sioux City, and Chicago, with press access and campaign films being prepared. Stevenson and Kelanger framed their weekend with a farm visit and a TV campaign film as they push issues from foreign policy to domestic reform.
The Company F unit returned after two weeks of intensive training at Indiantown Gap. Captain Rob Galbreath reported no fatalities during the period and the unit completed exactly 5 Dias, winning S150 in prize money for the exercise. Governor’s Day Review on Suture Hay marked the final parade. The Harrisburg Farm Show notice previews the Pennsylvania Stock Exposition, November 12-18, 1987, expected to attract up to 190,000 people.
Harrisburg Governor signals a major investigation into the Turnpike Commission, aiming to expose alleged GOP corruption. He cites a possible grand jury probe and a disputed multi‑million outlay tied to a large construction project amid political shifts.
British experts studied Cyprus documents suggesting Archbishop Makarios directed expeditions and terrorism on the Mediterranean island. Colonial Secretary Lennox Boyd said charges would require careful, immediate consideration and the Cabinet would discuss trial prospects amid Cyprus settlement hopes.
A weekend plane event at Lawrence Airport drew attention as Donal Hood piloted a flight between Washington and Gettysburg. The aircraft, owned by The Millers Company of Teru...
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