31 Dec 1959
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1959
Page
1
A fragment notes an art event titled Fidleney at a local gallery. Details are sparse but imply an exhibit or show with at least one artist and venue. Further specifics such as dates, participating artists, or prices are unavailable in the readable text.
Fragments indicate a small business catalog or notices listing items for sale and hours, with mentions of addresses, names like Erle C. Hay and Corry transport, plus numbers and times. The OCR is noisy but suggests a local commerce page with items, owners, and street references.
Corry Jamestown Corp plans a new line of chairs to be marketed mid next year following its purchase of an interest in Ohio Chair Company of Youngstown. The firm will continue CJ’s regular chair line while adding eight modern styles through its dealer network. Future plans include a West Coast plant to better serve dealers.
Columbus Fire Department will open its 1960 activity next month with a new slate of officers led by David Curtis as president. Curtis will take office January 20 along with nine other officers and operating personnel. Other officials include Leslie Dodd as vice president Joseph Ficcardi as secretary Vernon Thompson as assistant secretary and J H Reagle as treasurer. Lester Howles is chief Hollis Upperman assistant chief Warren Wickwire second assistant chief Leslie Dodd third assistant chief and Thomas Messinger named trustee for three years.
New York story reports Arthur Gartland a 21 year old Bethlehem Steel clerk vanished after a Christmas Eve office party on the 31st floor of the Seagram Building. His body was later found in an air conditioning shaft on the 24th floor as police traced his movements after the event.
Air Force investigators believe airman Robert Neal may have died 200 feet in the air when a parachute snagged during a crash near Vool Bay. The canopy was found December 18 in a logging area 45 miles east of the coastal town. Marks showed Sedalia Air Force Base on the chute, tying the fatal fall to a plane that crashed after refueling in Oakland and en route to McChord. The Air Force will search the area for bones and parts of Neal’s uniform after log removal. Meanwhile Foster's Daily Democrat in Dover NH announced a price rise to seven cents, citing rising costs.
A cold front brings snow flurries across the region with temperatures near 19 overnight and a two to three inch snow cover in Corry. The forecast shows cloudy skies, hazardous roads, and ongoing chilly conditions through the long weekend, with periods of snow flurries and partial clearing in the forecast.
A United States Air Force B47 bomber from the Strategic Air Command crashed on takeoff from Torrejon Air Base near Madrid. All four crewmen were killed: Capt. Alfred Z. Lobert, 34, pilot from Sacramento. Lt. James A. Rasmussen, 28, navigator from Carlisle. Cap. Felix F. Fiala, 35, instructor-navigator from Richland. Capt. Albert J. Harding, 36, from Seaside Heights. The aircraft was returning to Homestead, Florida, after a temporary duty at the joint U.S. and Spain air base 16 miles from Madrid.
Pennsylvania residents anticipate a vibrant turn of the century New Year with celebratory meals in hotels and private homes. Cities like Philadelphia and Pittsburgh showcase dinners, noisemakers, and specialty events while highways emphasize safe driving as the decade opens. Lancaster preserves Dutch New Year customs with sauer kraut and pork dishes for luck.
A World War II era style AP dispatch foresees the closing moments of the year 4950s and the dawn of a new era. It notes rockets, satellites, automation and computers reshaping humanity alongside peace and decency challenges. International moves aim to ease tensions while prosperity and leisure rise, with churches and celebrations signaling hope for the future.
South Korea denied a Soviet charge that a South Korean warship fired on an unarmed Soviet survey ship off the North Korean coast. The navy called the accusation propaganda and suspected North Korean ships caused the incident by mistake. Navy statements of sighted gunfire were later deleted from the official release.
A broad year end survey shows Western Europe booming across nations with rising prosperity. France Germany Belgium Netherlands Luxembourg report gains while Italy faces long term south north investment issues. Belgium coal exports slump while a common market with tariff reductions strengthens regional ties. Britain and seven others plan reciprocal tariff cuts launching in 1960.
A three month old boy Richard Eadie fighting for life at St Johns General Hospital after being bitten by rats in a Pittsburgh home. He required about 30 stitches to close wounds on his head and face. His mother Mrs Robert Badle 22 says she did not hear him cry during the night while sleeping beside his crib.
Erie Railroad announces experimental reductions in round-trip coach fares from Youngstown and nearby cities to Chicago, effective January. The plan targets new riders and regular travelers, offering 80 day validity with savings up to 14 percent. Erie stations from Youngstown to Chicago see fares as low as 28.45, with potential $4 savings between Youngstown and Chicago.
Philadelphia police and Montgomery County investigators pursue a maniac after the death of 1 year old Mary ann Mitchell of Manayunk. The child was found beaten in a gully near Whitemarsh Township with a skull fracture and lipstick marks reading TB and 101 on the abdomen. An autopsy suggested possible sexual abuse and a blunt instrument caused the fatal injuries. Police see possible connections to a December stabbing of a 17 year old stenographer in the same area as they widen questioning of Mary ann's friends. Continued on Page Eight.
At Weston's Boxe Shop a woman calling as Mrs. Ericson asked for delivery of bread and cookies. A boy signed the slip as David Upperman and listed Spring Street. police found no such Mrs. Ericson. Mrs. Agnes Upperman said the impostor was staying with her, wife of a soldier, and payment was due today. The incident echoed a similar past coincidence.
Corry city council members convene at 7 p.m. in the Municipal Building for the final 1959 session to approve the 220 885 dollar next year budget on final reading and pass three ordinances including sewer rental earned income tax and garbage dumping. The budget rises by 14 658 dollars and real estate levies increase one mill to 75 mills. Final bills against the city and miscellaneous business from the previous session are also expected.
Generally cold but seasonable weather spread across the country with no violent storms expected for New Year’s Eve. Occasional rain or snow possible on New Year’s Day from the mid continent to the Pacific Northwest, while a warming trend appears in the Mississippi Valley and New England.
In SUGENS Oregon two persons were injured during a night crash that caused a massive pile-up on a snow clogged Willamette Pass highway. The collision involved a Greyhound bus a truck and at least seven autos prompting several vehicles to skid off the road in the Cascade Mountains.
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