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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 10, 1955
Page
3
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The Corry Area Schools Authority unanimously approves a counter proposal to Singer Deane and Simon to sell 440000 in series B bonds at 3.4312 percent for the Concord Wayne Elgin elementary project. The plan lowers overall interest by 13605 over the bond life via a sliding scale schedule, with serial bonds bearing varying rates from 2 percent to 3.41 percent through 1974. Continuous discussion led to a revised plan, details to be continued on page Bx.
The Senate Juvenile Delinquency subcommittee accepted the resignations of chief counsel Herbert Beaser and executive director Richard Clendenen after questions over their outside writing. Kefauver and others disputed that consent existed from former chair Len Hendrickson. Also noted, the Rev. Robert Lyong of Louisville died after celebrating his golden Jubilee.
Former premier Antoine Pinay withdrew after informing Conservative leaders of his decision. President Rene Coty planned new consultations to find a majority leader in the National Assembly. Pierre Flrm in was next discussed but viewed as unlikely, possibly returning influence to the Radical Socialist moderates and Mendes France faction.
Miller Automotive launches formal opening in new quarters at 39 North First Avenue. Owner Howard Miller highlights services including tune ups, auto electrical work, carburetor service, wheel balancing, brake service and parts installation. Building features nine lighted windows and two exit doors. Door prize registrations available during the opening events, with final drawing Saturday night at 9.
Winthrop Rockefeller and Barbara Rockefeller face a reported million dollar settlement and possible extra lawyer fees. In State Supreme Court testimony, it was disclosed Winthrop has paid about 600,000 in legal charges with another 500,000 to come. The action stems from 1051 to 1052 suits by Boston attorney Joseph Sax over unpaid services. Barbara contends Winthrop assumed all legal obligations in their Reno divorce.
The Senate approved a mutual security pact with Nationalist China by a 61 to 6 vote pledging U S military aid in defense of Formosa and the Pescadores. Debate was brief with few amendments and swift passage amid foreign policy contention.
Judge Flick ruled Norman W. Moon is legally sane and the case continues after a sanity commission found him mentally fit. Moon, 29, was convicted of first degree murder for fatally shooting Judge Allizarr Wade in a Warren County courtroom on January 13, 1954, with the death penalty set.
Edward Lack Harrisburg was named president of the Pennsylvania Reatth Council for the second straight year at its 6th annual meeting held yesterday in Uniontown. Other officers elected include Dr. James D. Weaver Erie first vice president Mins Mury Boum second vice president Clement W. Thiunt Higplebung secretary and Edward M. Green Harrisburg treasurer.
AFL and CIO chiefs reach an agreement to merge into a single 1 million member federation. They plan a large scale organizing campaign targeting key industries, seek to consolidate unions, and pledge non discrimination while preserving core leadership roles and bargaining power. The move aims to boost political clout and unify organizing efforts across sectors.
AP News Briefs reports John L. Lewis, leader of labor unions, offered no comment on the CTO AFL merger rumor. The United Mine Workers head is cited as a potential participant in forming a new third organization opposing AFL and CIO. Churchill signals intent to meet the Soviet Premier later but cites unlikely talks before London Paris accords finalize West Germany defense plans.
Governor Lender plans to decide where Pennsylvania surplus food program should be housed as his term ends. A meeting in Harrisburg with federal official P B Hearn and Public Assistance Secretary Ruth Grigg Harting discussed continuing the program temporarily while a permanent plan is formed.
Two Starfire jet fighters from Goose Bay base collided and crashed into a wooded area near Goose Bay Labrador during routine flights. Both crews were killed as flames consumed the wreckage. Officials withheld warning details.
U S officials doubt Moscow’s hydrogen weapon boast and say any Soviet lead in H-bomb tech may be temporary. Reports suggest a heat compression method or earlier testing, while American experts say the U S program now leads again. President Eisenhower says no proof supports Molotov’s claim.
In Washington, Edward Lamb’s attorney Faye Morton Brown declined to retract a prior accusation during a hearing on Lamb’s background before the Communications Commission. A light-haired Miami Beach woman rejected earlier testimony and maintained ties linking Lamb to a company, as proceedings continued.
Washington report says Soviet Marshal Georgij Zhukov faces major obstacles to a US invitation now due to hostilities and suspicions between Moscow and Washington. Officials deem the idea premature though past wartime ties and his new role in the Soviet defense ministry keep a possible later dialogue open.
Western diplomats in Vienna warn Moscow’s move from consumer goods to broader reforms will disrupt East European regimes. They foresee limited changes in satellite leadership but rising unrest in Poland, Czechoslovakia, Hungary, Romania and Bulgaria. A renewed Stalin era fear may keep dissidence underground, while Molotov’s threats hint at unified command to curb uprisings.
United States Steel Corp chairman Benjamin F. Fairless received Duquesne University’s 1956 Leadership to Management award. The honor was presented by Rev. Vernon F. Culplogher, president of the university, at a campus ceremony honoring management advancement contributions.
Secretary of State Dulles will deliver a general review of U.S. foreign policy from two Eisenhower years at a New York City meeting of the Foreign Policy Association. He is expected to avoid detailed speculation on the Soviet premier change and focus on Formosa tensions.
House Democratic Leader McCormack urged reconsideration of proposed Army manpower reductions as about 85 percent of House Democrats oppose the plan. Senator Russell said many senators are disturbed, warning against rushing to impeach the President, while Defense and Armed Services leaders defended a cut to 2,850,000 personnel, mainly in the Army.
A strong earthquake jolted Peru late at night, felt along a 475 mile stretch from the capital to coastal towns. Panic swept theaters as tremors disturbed daily life, with reports of sea disturbance near famed Dol Mar resort.
News from Taipei reports forces destroying and burning underground defences as refugees flee toward Nationalist bases in Formosa. US Seventh Fleet ships patrol the Host Chi sea while evacuation continues with artillery and air presence aiding the withdrawal of troops and civilians from Tachens and surrounding areas.
Corryite attends Princeton University while pursuing priesthood studies. He balances Latin and philosophy courses with college life at a school noted for its football program and religious mentorship.
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