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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1955
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR note hints at a market or corporate leadership change with figures like 240,000 and 30, and references to land, university, and percentages. Limited readable names suggest a general business or investment context without clear entities or dates.
An emergency bill in Harrisburg proposes raising the cigarette tax from four to five cents per pack for a 13 month period to generate about 12 million dollars for flood relief in eastern Pennsylvania. The plan, backed bipartisanly, also outlines a 45 million dollar pot from gasoline taxes for local and state road repairs, a 12 million dollar Civil Defense grant, and a seven member highway disaster advisory committee with governor appointment powers.
Spring Corp reports limited delivery delays as Connecticut divisions recover from August floods. Damage totals run into hundreds of thousands with processing equipment spared major loss. By August 20 crews cleared mud and by Monday morning most operations resumed, estimating remaining interplant impact. Carrier Forrestal at sea shows readiness tests underway.
Washington witnesses from the Agriculture Department did not appear at a Senate Civil Service subcommittee hearing on Eisenhower era personnel security cases. The officials Milan D. Smith and Glen Cassany were summoned to justify their positions as the panel sought answers about the case and possible secretary Bennett Smith aid Cassity. The committee chair urged the secretary to attend on August 26, noting a letter requesting Smith help Cassity and questioning why the aides could not attend. Benson replied neither aide would be available at that time.
Harrisburg reports the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission says the northwestern extension from Pittsburgh to Erie is economically unfeasible at present. It will delay the north south link while continuing studies, and focus on the top portion from Ohio to New York line through Erie County when revenues cover debt needs. The commission plans to push extensions when justified and financed.
Thomas M. Fl iherty from Pittsburgh was elected provident of the Pennsylvania Association of Letter Carriers. Other officers named at the session include Arthur H. Warmlossel of Belhinhem as vice president, Bkror W. Stover of York as secretary, and Alois A Nelbert of Philadelphia as treasurer.
Machines still kept in jail and unclaimed except for a few. Authorities state no order to destroy the 24 slot machines has been issued yet. The devices were seized from the Moriner Starlite Casino and valued at 14000 with proceeds to county funds.
Harrisburg and Governor Louder today unveiled a three point flood relief plan for northeastern Pennsylvania. The initiative seeks rapid federal tax write offs for reconstruction, government contract facilitation, and loans from a federal revolving fund to support industries hit hardest, aiming to maximize local payrolls and spread costs with federal backing.
The report notes ongoing fighting in Gaza Strip with Egyptian and Israeli forces engaged in clashes near the southern Negev, multiple casualties on both sides, and continued diplomatic talks. A government spokesman confirmed military activity, with claims of cross border fire and several injuries, while Egypt disputed some casualty tallies. Continued on Page Eight.
The two largest independent roasters boosted wholesale prices today. General Foods Corp increased Maxwell House by four cents per pound and Standard Brands added three cents to Cheyenne and Sanborn. The move widens wholesale costs by six cents per pound, with retailers likely to follow.
Edgor Walt Dervier, 85, a retired politician once tied to the Annie Oakles case years ago, died yesterday in Freehold New Jersey. The former public figure was noted for later years away from political life.
Community festival at Mond Park runs Friday evening to Monday with rides, entertainment, and reduced child rides on Saturday. Highlights include the Jaycee Dunk, a colored lights fountain display, and a Sunday church visit followed by family picnics. Contacts listed for participation. police radio system underwriting supported.
President Truman launched a broad attack on the Republican administration, accusing it of executive overreach and regulatory bias. He decried perceived benefits for private interests, citing the Dixon-Yates case and regulatory commissions as examples while urging action against what he called obstruction and demagoguery.
In Buffalo, West Virginia, two sisters a 44 year old first grade teacher and a 60 year old retired teacher were shot dead. Their brother in law Lingoty Sayre 47 is being sought for questioning as investigators search for Mazel Sayre wife of the suspect. The killings disrupted the town as troopers and county deputies conducted a wide search.
An Associated Press report from the United Nations describes Harold J. Stassen preparing a plan for an arms swap with the Soviet Union. The discussion involves U.S. and Soviet delegates at the UN arms subcommittee, with emphasis on verification, inspections, and disarmament steps, and mentions reactions from allied nations.
Secretary of State Dulles said there are indications that the Soviet Union offered arms to Middle East countries, including possible items to Egypt. He stressed there is no evidence such equipment was actually delivered, as he described conflicting reports and noted the United States’ cautious approach while Geneva negotiations proceed.
Police describe a near collision when two trucks restricted by a crossing line moved too close on the Pennsylvania Railroad track near Espyville. Donald Hunt, driving north, and Lyle Watrous, in Corry, were involved as the lead trucks clipped fenders and front bumpers while authorities investigated damage and timing.
Japanese Foreign Minister Mamoru Shigeno held talks with U S officials led by Secretary of State Dulles in Washington. The discussions focused on strengthening security ties and coordinated defense plans between Japan and the United States amid ongoing allied wartime posture reviews.
Mrs Kathur Quigley, 29, was reunited with her husband Andrey, a 120- pound steward for the CLO United Auto Workers, after a strike at a factory. She said the union contract had not expired and opposed the strike. Workers, about 350 of 460 employees, unanimously approved a contract requiring Sunday work. Andrew’s return was welcomed. the couple hopes to return to normal.
France plans new negotiations with Moroccan nationalists to establish a stable home rule government in the North African protectorate. A French cabinet decision envisages a two week timeline to form a new Moroccan government with Tunisian and Moroccan affairs minister Pierre uly predicting obstacles will be overcome and talks with Moroccan leaders resumed.
Flood relief efforts face slow fundraising as the American Red Cross reports only 32 dollars collected for Mood relief at a central aid station. Officials say donations lag despite calls for loyalty and rapid response, with plans for meals and supplies to be provided as needed.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a July or August night with high temperatures near 87 degrees and a mention of a weather context. Names and places are unclear due to garbled text. The entry references a person or place Cageyiter and a Shaw or Shaw Ra group, with notes on the moat and thermometric readings.
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