28 Aug 1956
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1956
Page
1
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Adlai Stevenson meets Western Democrats urging active precinct organizing ahead of the Northwest conference. He emphasizes grassroots work to build support for his presidential bid, citing regional votes and a strong turnout goal. Local leaders discuss mobilization across New Mexico, Colorado, Oklahoma, and Washington.
The Corry YMGA Building Committee seeks bids to convey rear lots on Center Street Alverdly Severn inquiries come from Raymond and others wishing bond to their property. Prospective home builders seek Tate on Wright street and more than 30 percent of Center Street. The committee plans to use proceeds to reduce the money owed.
In a county political battle marked by sharp exchanges, District Attorney Boyle defeated Malone for the post, while Malone and others attacked Boyle and his backers. Boyle labeled Malone supporters as untrustworthy and pledged independent conduct of the office, criticizing the rival campaign.
In one of Texas history's fiercest political clashes, DALEAS Wi) Ui 5, Ban. Priced Dine’s remark sparked a major brawl as he trailed Austin attorney Ralph Yarborough for the Democratic nomination for Texas governor.
In Texas turnout in the Democratic runoff yields Daniel 698125 votes to Yarborough 664878 with ballot challenges looming. Yarborough supporters vow to contest questionable ballots as potential shifts could affect the November outcome.
President Eisenhower, rested from a 42 day California sojourn, boards Marine One for Washington. He is briefed by physician Maj. Gen. Howard Snyder and plans limited campaign activities with Nixon and Leonard Hall, signaling a broader GOP push this fall.
Egypt agrees to meet with a five nation committee on Suez Canal control but does not commit to the plan. Nasser signals willingness to see committee members as the Menzies led conference discusses Egypt under international board via UN, while Egypt keeps canal open to shipping.
A 2 year old teller who preaches the Gospel faces a second federal count for embezzlement of about $2,000 from the Morgantown First National Bank where he worked. Robert Dredge of Mount Morris, Pa, was brought to Morgantown on extradition after a warrant by FBI agents alleged misapplication of funds around August 13. His surrender was set before U S Commissioner T. Eddy while bond was set in Greene County. Federal authorities linked the case to a larger shortage estimated in the thousands of dollars.
EW Haven Connecticut nurse Virginia Jaspers a 33 year old private pediatric nurse admitted harming three infants since 1948 claiming they got on her nerves She said the acts were uncontrollable and police described the deaths dating back to 18 Noel Jaspers a suspect in custody after the 11 day old infant died in Newager s Parents Allen and Noel Jasper faces details of shaken infant cases and a hospitalless practice reported by coroner Jam Corrigan
FBI and New York police comb the Port of the Lower East Side seeking a woman linked to the attacker who blinded a columnist, while authorities pursue the chain of underworld figures behind the Riesel case. Rose Arsenio, 42, freed to answer grand jury questions after a contempt conviction. A slain gangster near Westbury, Long Island, and the missing Louis Musto, 24, once tied to Abraham Telyi, are under police scrutiny.
AFL CIO President George Meany tells reporters in Forest Park Pa that American workers prosper despite the Republican party not because of it. He cites the nation’s economic system and criticizes GOP claims, while the Labor Council moves to endorse or consider candidates for 1956 and orders investigations into 72,000 members and several unions for alleged welfare fund misuses.
A lightning strike at 8 06 this morning damaged the Charley Hubertz home on Upton Street extension. Fire crews laid 7,500 feet of hose, used a relay system, and fought rain to reach the blaze. No one was injured. the home suffered about 8,000 dollars in damage. Continuous water supply and traffic disruption marked the critical response as firefighters battled the flames and cleared hydrant areas.
Major supermarket chains raised private brand coffee prices by four cents amid a week of hikes. Roasters had previously boosted wholesale prices by three cents, affecting brands from private labels to vacuum packed coffee. A separate Pittsburgh incident reported a motorist wounded by a bullet, treated for a scalp wound after a shot struck the door panel.
Secretary of State Dulles said Peiping conceded Chinese air force fighters shot down an aircraft off the China coast last Thursday. The U S Navy Mercator patrol plane with a 16 man crew is missing. U S searchers found wreckage and one body. The note denied American inquiries about survivors.
Los Angeles hosts 38th National Convention as 100000 visitors arrive. Speakers include Vice President Richard Nixon and presidential hopeful Adair Stevenson. NATO commander Gen Alfred Grienther among scheduled speakers. Ten hour parade to open at Coliseum with bands and troop reviews. Air Force Navy and Marines fly overhead during ceremonies. Business sessions run Tuesday through Thursday.
A Navy patrol plane was shot down off China's coast with six crew members killed. Albert F Martin and Mattila are identified among the missing. recovery efforts continue as the rest of the crew are presumed missing. The crash occurred about 100 miles southeast of Ghunghat in the Pacific, with some wreckage found.
A hazardous device exploded near Tandren on the east coast amid a 11 day truce, damaging a house housing a Greek family. British authorities said EOKA links and a caphiled document surfaced. Mayor Dervis was placed under house arrest as searches of Nicosia city hall continued.
Report describes two youths Jock and Gerry Dulin ages 18 and 0 believed abducted near Corry. Volunteers searched Beaverdam and Five Points area while authorities investigated sightings at Carter ML and Nowell drillers. Police say the boys may be en route toward Corny as rumors spread.
A damaging storm causes thousands in losses as utilities report many trouble calls. Corry and nearby rural counties suffer outages while Pennsylvania Electric and General Telephone crews work through the morning to restore service after the storm.
A violent storm drenched the city with 1.41 inches of rain by 10 39 a m and caused widespread damage. Trees toppled, power and telephone lines burned, and the Union Street area reported multiple lightning strikes. Firefighters fought fires, and utility services struggled amid high humidity and strong winds. Damages spread to rural outskirts as lines burned and signs failed. Continued coverage promised on Page night.
Reported showers and thunderstorms spread from the Miss River to New England, slowing activity in the Deep South and Midwest. Northern Florida and parts of the Pacific Northwest saw heavier rain while temperatures rose in some regions as fronts moved through, with widespread showers and thunder.
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