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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1957
Page
6
State police officers were placed on New Year's non-duty status today under orders from Col. B Henry to emphasize special enforcement against reckless driving and drinking. The Journal will publish tomorrow due to the holiday.
TV listings for WBEN channel four show a full evening lineup with news sports and dramas across the night. Programs include Cisco Kid December Bride The Millionaire Ive Got A Secret Captain Kangaroo Popeyes Playhouse The Garry Moore Show Love of Life Search for Tomorrow The Guiding Light and more with late news weather and films like That Lady In Ermine.
The Joint State Government Commission awaits a formal request from Rep. Joseph J. Yosko before acting on Northampton County Democrat's push to investigate Pennsylvania schools. Chairman Baker Roger said no action can be taken on newspaper reports and stressed the need for a written request.
A California youth was arrested after an Erie armed robbery. Police traced the suspect from the bank job to his girlfriend in South Gate, detailing the gun used and the Erie bank depository incident. He will waive extradition to face charges in Erie. A warrant for the father as accessory was issued but questionable for prosecution.
The 71 story Chrysler Building and its 32 story annex plus the 30 story Graybar Building across Lexington Avenue were sold in New York City’s largest real estate transaction. Prentice Development Corp bought from Webb and Knapp, operators of William Zeckendorf, who will continue to manage the properties. The Chrysler Building originally built in 1929, its annex in 1961, and the Graybar Building from 1927. Price not disclosed after prior talks sought 66 million dollars.
A major snowstorm tracked eastward delaying travel across the Midwest and plains. Heavy snow blanketed Missouri Kansas Wisconsin and Minnesota with up to six inches in spots while arctic air followed moist Gulf air triggering widespread warnings and slick highways.
Settlement ends a looming transit strike by 1,700 drivers and mechanics on city owned bus lines in Queens and Staten Island. Union members of the Amalgamated Association of Street Electric Railway and Motor Coach Employes secured terms including pay adjustments to 214 dollars per hour on private lines.
Christine Nysteuin, 16, was charged with vehicular homicide and grand larceny after a high speed crash on the Hutchinson River Parkway in the Bronx. Richard Sperling, 47, died when his car was struck as he attempted to stop her flight from police at 100 miles per hour. Sperling’s widow and a 13 year old son survived.
Newly commissioned as a second lieutenant, Richard Buxton is assigned to command the mess sergeants under SFC Curtis L. Miller. The update places Buxton in a leadership role along the track line, reflecting a rapid rise in rank and responsibility within the unit.
Defense hearings are planned for next week as lawmakers and officials discuss the budget and policy implications. The discussions reference naval programs, strategic defense needs, and ongoing operations with input from military leaders and congressional committees.
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