28 Dec 1957
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1957
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR text mentions farmers and commerce near Sherman with possible names and numbers, thanking readers for sympathy and noting neighbors express thanks.
In a coastal region described as windy and mild, rainfall spread from night into morning across islands and ports. The report mentions the decedent and wills, with many distortions limiting clear facts about identity, location, or heirs.
Six Corry residents were injured when a car plunged 10 feet through a bridge railing into Sugar Creek near Jamestown, with three hospitalized in stable condition at Jamestown General Hospital. McGraw, the driver, said brakes failed as he neared the bridge. Injured include McGraw, James M Proper, and Harold L McLean, plus three treated and released. The accident prompted budget talks and town council plans for potential cuts to police and street services as a response to financial strains.
Witnesses describe a chaotic scene as a woman was shot in a yard while two men and a boy fled. Neighbors heard a gunfire and saw a man with a gun pursue the family before driving away with the child. Police sought the husband's custody and a suspect.
A New York court ordered Confidential magazine to name the alleged call girl and provide other specifics tied to Errol Flynn. Justice Trygve Saypol ruled in Flynn’s million-dollar libel suit that details including where and when the events occurred and who was involved must be disclosed. The decision also covers mentions of prostitutes and narcotics soldiers linked to Flynn.
Mississippi River windsweep capsized boat leaves five young hunters missing feared drowned. Prosecutor Paul Williams says evidence supports drowning theory as clothing drifts and the overturned craft with a small motor is recovered north of the river town. Identified victims include Harold Niffen 17, George 10, Jamon Saunders 11, John Clark 22, and Ben Clark 19.
Mayor Richardson Dilworth telegraphed President Johnson urging insertion of 150 million dollars into urban renewal funds, calling the initial 60 million release a Christmas gift but noting limits near exhaustion. He seeks 300 million authorized by Congress in 1967 and 100 million from 1955, citing American Municipal Association survey urging renewed funding. reports also note Rome tourism and spending figures.
A chaotic report outlines a federal rackets committee hearing recap and a mine disaster aftermath. It covers Judge Raulston denial of bribery allegations, campaign finance issues tied to Eisenhower, and ongoing political maneuvers. The piece also mentions a broader White House schedule and a dog involved in a separate incident.
Report describes a coal mine disaster near Wa Au Onate Wisconsin where 25 miners were trapped 500 feet underground after an explosion. One miner died and others were injured as rescue efforts began with news agency wirephoto coverage.
Rescue workers in AMONATT Virginia recovered a group of 14 survivors after an explosion trapped 25 miners 500 feet underground. About 100 people were affected as the blast shook the town and three miles from the shaft survivors were brought out. The mine gas and safety equipment failures are under investigation.
Vaughn Huberts is named a director at Citizens Bank to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Sam J. Trvine. Trvine, former president and chairman of Aeva Supply, has moved to La Jolla California with his wife. He helped found the Corry Lualrament o and previously led the Trill Indicator Co. in Corry.
At about 1 o clock this morning a single car left the roadway southwest of Boxey on the Cor ty-Spartanshui highway, tearing out a small hed and smashing the front. Driver George Tenhark Jr. of Waterford escaped without serious injury. Passengers Kennett Plover of Union City aged 18, Tidy Hutchinson 24 of Marioh eh, and Joyce Huntley 19 of Cor-19 were taken to Corry Memorial Hospital with injuries. Police estimated vehicle damage at 800 dollars.
An improvised bomb exploded in a crowded Amarillo cinema injuring several teenagers and causing a chaotic exit. Police described a blinding orange red flash that blew a seat cushion across the aisle. Reported injuries include burns and cuts to multiple youths. bystanders fled as smoke filled the theater during a Walt Disney film.
Dallas school leaders react to a U S Court of Appeals decision delaying mandatory school integration. The Fifth Circuit in New Orleans ordered a further opportunity for gradual desegregation while urging the local board to propose timing and methods. Board president Edwin Bippy welcomed the circuit ruling as a chance to set their own pace.
A 17 year old, John Jessup, confessed to shooting and killing his mother Gladys Jessup, 35, in their Brooklyn apartment after an argument about phone use. Howard Dente was detained on juvenile delinquency charges. Jessup claimed he lost his temper and fired two bullets into his mother's head with a 22 caliber rifle.
In Ban Antonio Texas brothers aged six and four perished in a house fire while their father tried to rescue them and their mother. The blaze spread rapidly as kerosene on a stove ignited. Neighbors aided but could not save the children.
Former Boston Post publisher John Fox, claimed worth ten million, faced indictments for failing to pay wages totaling twenty four thousand to 294 Post employees. He was arrested twice, posted bail, and appeared for arraignments amid scattered court actions. Creditors sought involuntary bankruptcy for unpaid engineering and other services.
Albert J. Schwenker, assistant treasurer of People's Trust Co. in Bergen County, pleaded guilty to embezzling about $5,000 yearly over a 20 year period while cashier at First National Bank of Oradell. He appeared with his minister Rev. Dr. Hatalt Green and was released on $5,900 bail.
A gas blast at a small filling station north of Hancock Pennsylvania fataly injured owner Darel Smith of Hancock on duty. He died 64 hours after the explosion at Berkeley Springs West Virginia. The Southern Molitic Co. of Lancaster operated the station.
Chicago report says James Hoffa leads talks across 24 states on a wage package totaling 47 cents an hour over three years. The plan includes 15 cents now and 10 cents annually for two years plus 7 cents in health, welfare, and pensions. Talks cover about 98,000 union members and reopen a 1956 contract ending 1961.
Seven penguins died yesterday after being flown from the Antarctic to Portland. Twenty nine others in captivity face grave risk as officials warn the disease threat could wipe out the remaining birds. Zoo director Jack Marks reported additional penguin deaths during the expedition, while Dr. Clifford Bjork, the Portland Zoo veterinarian, noted the influx likely spread illness.
Auckland New Zealand wires report Sir Edmund Hillary and a four man team are 240 miles from the South Pole overland trek. Hillary says altitude is around 10000 feet with a steady pace of 40 to 80 miles per day. British Vivian Fuchs and a Soviet Russian and other Commonwealth parties are also moving toward the pole with varying progress and risks.
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