07 Dec 1959
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1959
Page
1
The group begins an undertaking and recruitment program with the display staying in place through the rest of the week at Molcomb L. The notice frames the engagement as a local effort and invites participation from residents.
In a Philadelphia AP survey, Pennsylvania GOP leaders show strong lean toward Vice President Nixon for the Republican nomination. Rockefeller support appears limited among county chairs and lawmakers, though some business figures keep options open. Republican women’s council leaders deny Rockefeller sentiment. dinner events next weekend may hint at broader Nixon backing.
About 1500 Loblaw Supermarkets workers in western Pennsylvania eastern Ohio and West Virginia ratified a two year wage agreement seeking a 22 percent wage hike plus triage benefits. Local 50 Food Employers Union members approved the deal with present wage rates undisclosed and Corry store employees unaffected as they belong to the Buffalo zone while Youngstown zone workers are covered by the pact. NEA president Fred Ferguson dies after long illness.
Pennsylvania blue laws test first as Corry city eyes arrests yet issues no citations. Stores like Joe’s Bargain and Felver’s Grocery hide illegal Sunday items with notes. Jansen’s and Crosscut’s toys sold only as souvenirs, creating confusion over what constitutes Sunday sale.
Russell E. Bemis of Corry, a jail inmate in Erie, had sentencing deferred on one of four charges after pleading guilty to fraudulent conversion involving removal and sale of a washer and dryer. The case also includes a worthless check to Twin Trailer Sales and forgery and additional bad check counts. sentencing pushed to December 21 due to lack of counsel and a prior attorney disconnect.
In Elgin Oklahoma population about 400 residents gathered yesterday to honor Dy Chesley Martin named the nation’s Family Doctor of the Year. Citizens lined the streets to celebrate their most famous local physician and community leader in a day of recognitions and festivities.
James Roseberry of the local Pennsylvania State Employment Service notes the Evie County Labor Market Area shows modest improvement in November with 1 new employment applications and 608 total applications. Eight job placements occurred from 26 calls and interviews, while unemployment compensation activities totaled 129 across programs.
Rebels struck a refugee camp for Algerian civilians near Milinmua about 60 miles southwest of Algiers. Initial reports tallied at least five killed and several wounded as French troops moved in. The camp housed Algerians displaced by rebel threats and incursions.
A chaotic, OCR damaged report describes President Eisenhower's reception in Turkey with reference to 700,000 crowds in Ankara. It mentions tensions, allied cooperation, and calls for a flexible approach to defend free nations amid regional unrest. The fragment references figures like Bayar and Conkle and notes emphasis on government unity and a balanced defense policy.
Former Japanese admiral Nomura, in a Washington interview, called Japan's Axis alliance and the Pearl Harbor attack major blunders caused by young radical elements. He denied having advance knowledge of the attack and urged the West to avoid repeating past mistakes.
A late afternoon collision on Route near Walts Ford yesterday involved Oakley J. Stull Jr. 21, Union City, driving south when his vehicle skidded on the leg road. The car struck the front end of a northbound vehicle driven by Richard Cook 23, from Weel Hickory, Pa.
Up to five inches of snow hit western and central Pennsylvania with slick, hazardous roads and drivers urged to use chains. Pittsburgh saw three to four inches, while Crawford and Westmoreland counties reported about five inches. Eastern areas were milder with rain or light precipitation. Temperatures plunged from 47 to near freezing, and road crews worked to keep highways open as snow depths and drifting challenged travel.
A passerby reported a broken rail on the Pennsel lania Railroad at the East Mullin street crossing shortly after 4 p m. Workmen discovered the broken section and repaired it after nine track crewmen labored from 8 p m to midnight. Motorists slowed as crews removed and replaced the rail section.
Washington AP IA Senate subcommittee opens hearings to determine whether drug makers overcharge for medicines, stressing drugs most used by the elderly. The session targets price practices and potential ways to curb costs for seniors nationwide.
A 29 year old man, Tomasik, shot his estranged wife Patricia Tomasik at a motel near Erie, then killed himself after she was wounded and he turned the gun on himself. Police found a 38 caliber revolver and shells. witnesses recall threats and stalking before the fatal events.
AP reports Los Angeles physician Harald N. Perelson, under financial strain, fatally assaulted his wife with a taroner and tried to kill his teenage daughter. He told a child the brutal act was a nightmare as polio arrived. authorities found Perelson dead from an overdose.
About 150 Elks and guests attended a memorial service honoring deceased members Loree officiated as the large turnout surpassed prior years. Principal speaker was Mike Emo Funns, Erie County Court of Common Pleas judge, with Joan Gales and Alder Phelps among attendees. Committee chair Donald Nantes, deputy district grand exalted ruler, gave the toast to the deceased.
Three Union City men were hurt when their car rolled end over end down a 15 foot embankment near Mill Village. Driver Hodd L Goodwill, 20, said a dog ran in front of the car and he swerved right, the vehicle then left the highway. Howard Benwell, 20, and Earl Magee, 18, were injured. Benwell treated and released, Magee admitted with body bruises and temple laceration. Goodwill received head and body injuries and was later discharged. Vehicle demolished. loss estimated at 500 dollars.
President Eisenhower drew an immense, jubilant crowd in Karachi as he arrived for the third stop of his 22,000 mile peace mission. Officials estimate a million Pakistanis packed the streets while banners and bells marked the occasion. The president rode in a white convertible then a red and gold coach toward the Ayub Khan residence amid cheering and patriotic roars.
Plaintiffs in two related actions against the Clymer area dam project have discontinued suits after pretrial talks before Supreme Court Justice John P Dwyer in Mayville. In the first case J Carl Carlisch and Warren Whitney dropped their injunction bid once a stipulation ensured the dam would not be used for power. In the second suit Pennsylvania farmers downstream, Claus Spencer and John F Volk, and Federation of Sportsmen's Clubs sought to halt work, but dropped the action when defendants agreed to reimburse their plans and maps after withdrawing the complaint.
Edgar McKinney, a New Kensington man, suffered a gunshot wound to the right foot on Saturday after his pistol discharged while he ran toward a herd of deer near Clarion. The incident occurred in Clarion County as McKinney attempted to approach the animals. No further injuries reported.
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