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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Dec 16, 1955

Page

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UN Debates Syria Crisis Amid Nasser Threats

UN Security Council discusses Syria protest as Egypt led by President Nasser warns of counter strikes and recalls a mutual defense pact. The dispute centers on an alleged Israeli raid and calls for possible diplomatic, economic, or military measures. Civil casualties rise and regional tensions mount as UN members weigh action.

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Wharton sketch released on bank robbery suspect

Police in OCPTY Pa distributed 33 composite sketches of a robber described by witnesses after a bank hold up attempt in Clintonville and subsequent bank heists in nearby counties. The artist Don Wiarton drew the sketch from witness descriptions.

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Tax Return Aide Begins Prison Term

Red B Lanham, 55, formerly of Uniontown Pa and now of Canton Ohio, began a three month Federal prison term for failure to file his own income tax return. Lanham pleaded guilty to tax evasion and 20 related fraud counts for advising clients on improper reductions.

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Kefauver Enters Democratic Presidential Race

Senator Kefauver of Tennessee announces entry into the Democratic presidential race and pledges to compete in primaries nationwide. He notes Stevenson’s continued candidacy and says the party needs multiple viable candidates for the nomination. Endorsements and other contenders remain unsettled as he outlines a vigorous campaign plan.

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Red Cross Abandons Columbus Dam Swim Project

The Red Cross withdraws from funding a protected swimming area at Columbus Dam after donors request refunds totaling 512. The decision halts the program as state officials question continued support and the dam’s future. Red Cross water safety staff propose alternate options but no clear timeline exists for rebuilding.

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Six Children Win Claim For $1 Million In Scranton

In Scranton Pennsylvania six children of Miia Cranford settled their claims against the estate of Comerford and his brother M P Comerford for one million dollars. Orphans Court Judge James F Brady announced the settlement after conferring with attorneys for both sides.

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PRR Workers Set Strike For Next Thursday

AFL CIO Transport Workers Union plans a strike by 42 500 non operating employees of the Pennsylvania Railroad if negotiations fail to yield a settlement before next Thursday midnight. The move aims to pressure talks with railroad executives as the union presses for a broader contract.

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Ask More Time To Study Lamb Case

Washington talks on delaying study of Herbert Shartman findings in the Edward Latjt case. Commission seeks delay until February and hints at further action. Issue centers on whether Latjt’s renewal and related actions should proceed amid Communist associations concerns.

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Colin Kelly III Receives Eagle Scout Award in Concordville

Colin Kelly III son of war hero receives the Eagle Scout Award in a solemn Concordville ceremony attended by neighbors and family. He earned nearly four years of community service and camping merit badges, with support from his mother and father.

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Benson Out In New Shakeup Af Aero Supply

Benson resigns as executive vice president after ten years at Aero Supply Mix board meeting in New York. J E Graham remains as vice president and treasurer while Henry Hight and Grorke TWey replace directors. Stock purchases by Morpobis and Stray Shuis mark notable internal changes as company plans future policy shifts.

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Explosion at Portland department store shocks city officials

A submerged extortion plot culminated in a bomb at a Portland department store. Investigators say a blind man and his sister were involved in the scheme, with a $50,000 bond set for several suspects as authorities probe the hazardous device and the ensuing explosive incident.

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Plan Elant Expansion Weathering Plastics in 1930s Era

In Petrolia, Pennsylvania, discussions outline a factory expansion affecting local industry. Officials describe a project aimed at boosting production capacity, with forecasts of significant employment growth and regional economic impact during the period.

Corryite Fair After Being Struck By Car

A pedestrian, Howard Johnson, 45, of Corry, was hit by a car driven by Miss Musleen Taylor of Columbus North Center and Washington. He suffered a fractured left hip and pelvis and was transferred to Hamot Hospital in critical condition. Johnson later recalled being struck as he walked across North Center street. Taylor said she saw him at the last moment and attempted to brake, but the impact sent him into the intersection. Police report Taylor’s car stopped mid intersection, then moved onto West Washington Street. Investigation continues with witnesses sought.

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Student Protest Walkout Ends After Appeal

Pal students at nkirby Redstake TUWASAIY High School ended a protest walkout after an appeal by Cirener Hes, supervised by PAL officials who released the school. the event followed a controversial retirement age adjustment and drew hundreds to the scene including 700 attendees at a mass meeting.

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Largest Microscope Is Introduced by Abn Foie Als Researcht

The Buried Abn Foie Als Researcht sind Development Corpin introduced a new large microscope yesterday. It weighs about eight tons and was developed with collaboration from Stanford University and ARDC.

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NATO ministers seek coordinated policy for global hot spots

Fifteen NATO foreign ministers met in Paris to align strategy on Middle East and Asia dangers, with focus on Turkish and British roles in Baghdad, Goa tensions with Portugal, and extending air defense coordination from Norway to Turkey. Portugal signaled Article consultations if Goa attacked, while Spain and Portugal may join NATO. plan supported by Gen Alfred Gruenther.

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Winter Recreation Program Set By City Recreation Director

Recreation Director Lou Hanna announced a winter program starting in January using Corry High School and Wright School gyms. It includes junior and senior high intramurals, elementary basketball, a City or Industrial Basketball League, and a Slim Gym Club with varied schedules and supervision by Brant Cray Hanna.

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Huge Truck Slips Off Area Road

A large truck driven by John Nelson of Hanover and owned by Frey Transport slid off a rural area road near Bivlon City. The vehicle overturned onto its side blocking a narrow highway stretch and causing traffic delays as several parked cars formed a lingering bottleneck. Damage was estimated at $200. Police aided in reloading and removing the truck, clearing the road by morning.

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Love-Crazed Youth Dies Of Wounds

Vandergrift Pa a jealous youth who killed three people and wounded two others died hours after being shot by a posse. John Fallon 17 and Glady Small 18 were among those wounded. Fallon died at Armstrong County Memorial Hospital. Small remained in critical condition. Police say Fallon shot from behind a tree after a feud over Fallon’s jealousy. The case involves Fallon’s family and a dispute over a girl named Fallon.

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Typhoid Cases Rising in Lancaster Emergency Labs Expected

Four more typhoid cases were reported in Lancaster, bringing the 11 day total to 181. Dr Davin, medical director, said emergency laboratories were expected to close as Pittsburgh reports and a 4 month series of reports continue, with 68 file Moduiners reportedly completed.

Lancaster Oncur Davin Harteaster Cottmedich Selentiats Pittsburgh

Snowstorm Strikes Corry District Ahead of Winter

Eight inches of new snow hit Corry district last night snarling water and bus traffic. Gusty winds from the west reduced visibility, with roads impassable and trains late. Temperatures plunged to 10 degrees above zero as officials weighed emergency school measures and the late basketball game.

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Owner Recovers Walley With $20

A man reports recovering a wallet containing $20 after a brief search near a railroad and a shop on North Center Street. George Curtis from Waltabiington aided the pursuit, and police joined in locating the wallet found in a city office by Community Warden Nehue.

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