Mead Oil Blaze Destroys Station and Depot in Pa. Ave Fire
A noon flash fire of leaking gasoline from a dehydrating unit ignited a heater at Mead Oil Company on Pennsylvania avenue, destroying the service station and storage depot with losses over 10000 dollars. Employee William Lindstrom escaped serious injury as flames shot up and threatened nearby tanks. firemen brought the blaze under control as trains were halted and lines shut to protect rail traffic.
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Mead Oil Co
Pennsylvania Avenue
William Lindstrom
Lindaiom
Enat Smith Street
Kip" Anderson
Bulkley-Dunton
Pennsylvanis
Wonis
Erle
Liberty Street
James Mead
Woman Struck By Car On Mead Avenue In Corry
Corry resident Mrs Bert Arnold was knocked to the ground by a car driven by William Markey yesterday afternoon on Mead Avenue near Avro Supply Mfg Co plant. Markey swerved to avoid the pedestrian, stopped to help, and sent Arnold to a local physician for examination. She was treated for a bruised right hip and released.
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City
Corry
Aifternoon
Mead Avenue
Avro Supply
Mfg. Co. Tne
William Markey
RD. 1
Bert Arnold
West Maintreet
Mackey
Tydings Enters Maryland Primary Campaign
Maryland candidate Max Millard enters the state primary race. Veteran of 24 years in the US Navy, he seeks renomination after losing a previous bid in 1950. The entrant, endorsed by Republican Senator John Marshall Buller, aims to reclaim a Senate seat in Annapolis on May 7.
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Tydings
Maryland
Annapouia
Max Millard Te
Tydinge
Gennie
John Marshall Buller
Butler
Special Senate panel to probe Sharon WE plant violence
A four member Senate committee meets at the Mercer County courthouse in Harrisburg to begin an investigation into violence and property damage at the Sharon and Greenville plants of Westinghouse Electric Corp. The hearings, set for 1 p.m. and to conclude by Friday, are open to testimony from all concerned. The group includes Sen. Mahany, Dent, Fleming, and CaMIL. The probe was authorized by the Senate with votes opposed by Philadelphia Democrats Mullin and Stiefel.
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Sharon
Associated Press
Harrisburg
Senate
Mercer County
Morrow
Greenville Planta
Westinghouse Electric Corp
Rowland B. Mahany
Mahany
State Senate
Philadelphia
William Vincent Mullin
Tarael Stiefel
Investentine
John J. Dent
Noor
Robert D. Fleming
Allegheny
Peter J. Camiel
D-Phila
Redstone Missile Unveiled as Army Plans 1500-Mile Range
The Redstone, an early Army intermediate range ballistic missile, promises 200 to 300 miles nominal range with supersonic speed and high accuracy. Officials say it is a progenitor, not a prototype, for the joint Army Navy TRBM program, though power limits and testing span Florida to sea launches. Maj Gen John Medaris emphasizes the aim for rockets able to hit within Texas county size at long range, with guidance systems requiring advanced practice.
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Vy Amiotaten Creme
Redstone Army Arsenal
Aln
Army
Navy
Cours
John HB. Medaris
Army Bus-listle Missile Agency
Texas
Tong
Florida
Harrisburg Attorney Confirmed For State Court Seat
Philip C. Carr of nicetown was confirmed by the Senate to the State Superior Court for a one year term ending next January. The 41 year old attorney won party and committee endorsements and fills the seat left vacant by Judge F Clitt Toss death. Carr faces the April 24 primary for a 14 year term.
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Carr
Harrisburg
Philip C. Curt
Nab Gunman Kidnap Victim Is Unharmed
Pueblo reports a tense 24 hour kidnapping ordeal ended with the abductor Eugene C. Hurst and the kidnaped Nancy Jackson wounded in a struggle. Police authorities credit Fortino and others with subduing Hurst and freeing Jackson unharmed during a late night confrontation on a prairie near Pueblo.
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Golo
Eugene C. Hurst
Robert A. Jackson
Wom Dn
Hurst
Jackson
Nancy Jackson
St. Mary’s Hospital
Tony Fortino
Robert Mayber
Fortune
Jack- Sor
Pueblo Junior College
Exchange Club
Tackson
Kato
Mito
Tuckset
Minyber
Puebla
Ampet Jackson
Gailage
Renew Efforts To Settle WE Strike
Washington birthday greetings aside, talks resume as representatives of the striking International Winey of Electrical Weekly prepare to join renewed sessions. Government mediation steps up with two days of talks underway after a pause in negotiations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washhington
Washington
Hue
International Winey
Negotiniare
Bomb blast rocks Buenos Aires depot area
A powerful explosion at a military ammunition depot northwest of Buenos Aires injured several people and caused extensive damage. Police reported at least six killed or missing and described widespread property damage as authorities investigated sabotage claims tied to loyalists of the ousted president.
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Menos Aires
Buenos Aires
Quant
Peter Ras Quspader
Findle
Roundup Begins as 115 Indicted in Bus Boycott
In Montgomery Alabama law officers indicted 115 defendants for taking part in a prolonged bus boycott. Grand jurors warned violence is inevitable if protests continue. Indictments rely on conspiracy to boycott under state statute, with penalties up to five months in prison and fines up to 900. The report cites racial tensions and the Rosa Parks case as context for rising unrest.
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Montgomery
Ala
Xeldon
Alabama
B. Sivelik
Hone Walter
Montgomery Country Club
Sinclair
Negro Lendens
City Commission
Rosa Parks
Fire damage from failed wood drying attempt at 4402 Wert Please
A fire early morning caused damage around 4402 Wert Please as responders used chemicals to douse the blaze. Initial alarm cited 302 West Plowsweet but units redirected and fought the fire across Wort Pleasant Street and West Main. Firemen under Chief Charles Cellier coordinated vehicles from Hose Company No 1 with units from various stations.
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Mus
Miymie
Alor
Bocord
Gill
West Pleasant Stent
Hivmer
Aaststat Fuy
Tax Package Moves To Senate With Two Compensation Bills
In Harrisburg the Senate gave unanimous approval to two Workmen's Compensation and occupational disease bills that raise max benefits from 32.50 to 37.50 weekly. The measures, identical to House action last July, return to the House for amendments and final passage. The bills allow lifetime total disability payments and raise partial disability to 27.50 weekly, with medical aid extended beyond 120 days.
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Associated Press
Marrisburg
House
Senate
Athe
Targer
Secretary of Labor
Tdustry
Torquato
Hind
Pennsylvania
Lipa
Bill Wnt
Arraignment Set For Twins In Slaying Case At Inter Mediate Court
Twin boys from Ohio are tied to the murder of 11 year old David Powvik whose body was found February 10 beneath a wire fence near the Powell home. The two boys pleaded not guilty and will face a delayed arraignment in West Virginia.
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W. Va
Ohio
Williams Boys
Joi
Senate probes tie oilman to Eisenhower group
Senate investigators report indications that oilman Howard B. Keck of Superior Oil Co. made his largest political contribution to the National Citizens for Eisenhower Committee. Subpoenas issued target Keck’s personal checks as the panel weighs improper influence in campaign funding and lobbying. The investigation extends to Keck’s gifts and whether they shaped votes on the natural gas bill. The special committee, led by George, plans public hearings after extending its life to March 10 and pursuing potential reforms.
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Associated Press
Washington—Senate
Howeard B. Keck
National Citiens
Eisenhower Committee
Keck
ON Go
California
Renaté
Francis Cure
RBC
Eisenhower
Senate
Next Santry Lat
Kock, & Duppdreter
Gan
Citizens For Elsenhower
George
Bank cashier manipulated records closes Smolan bank
In Smolan Kansas a cashiers’ manipulation caused a bank to close after a record shortfall near 270000 dollars left 200 residents worried. Raymond Holmquist admitted falsifying bank records to an examiner. Bank president Albin Carlo hospitalized. No charges filed yet as examiners seek a complete record. Residents fear lifelong savings were at risk.
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Jona
Findiey
Weistand
Smolanstite Bank
Raymond Holmquist
Fénsas
Mia
Carl Oleen
Mrs. Oleen
Albin “J. Carlo
Holmquist
Ichildren
Salina
Mike
J. Alfred Nelson
Ue Bank
Nelson
Corry Farmer Denied Free Attorney in Criminal Case
Corry Farmer was denied court appointed counsel on a criminal charge as a judge ruled he could pay for representation. The matter, linked to unpaid legal aid concerns and district auditing, was continued to the May term. Also reported were two fatal crashes in Florida involving military planes.
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Feconey
Samuel ¥. Ronsiter Wa
Pinko
R. D
Corry
W Ho
Thomas Mangan
Pinky
Furton R. Laub
Ronsiter
District Wide
Torney
Walter Bweel
M. D. Mongue
Toldwin
Hows
Uhat Far McMillit
Tink
Atorney
Batts
Uehbeling
Career Night Draws About 200 At Corry Area HS
About 200 students and adults attended a Career Night hosted by the Corry Area High School PTA. Vocations showcased included medicine, nursing, engineering, industry, teaching, and business planning for the Post Prom Party. The event featured speakers, an entertainment committee, and plans for a vendor series and fundraising activities led by Mrs. Baldwin and Mrs. Milner, with prayer and a guest talk to close the meeting.
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Miudente
Parent-Teacher Association
Corry Area
Tndustry
Ray Webes
Anion Harper
Felx Matthews
Ann Baressi
Arthur Cause
M. Doughin
Min. J. Fred Kinley
Craig
Eure
Roebuck
M. Tod
James Wit
Errols O'Briell
Yuldince Ieotar
J. Findinley
Semwlon
Robert ‘Tunnel
Walter Dingfolder
Willer Krupa
Belg
Speech Class Closes Here at Corry High School
The final session of a 16 week course named Effective Speech concluded at Corry Area High School. Certificates were presented by Irvinn Hy Gochel, head of Behrend Center, Penn State Erie, with Ernest Miller, vice president of Western Penn College, serving as the event’s chairman. After the ceremony, the group adjourned to the Monge Clubs for a light supper.
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Corry
Irvinn Hy Gochel
Behrend Center
Pennsylvania State University
Erie
Ernest Miller
Vicw
Warren
Compromises Pass House By Slim Margin
Amocini Harrisburg reports a 360 million dollar income sales tax program passed the House by a slim margin with a mix of Republican and Democratic support. Its Senate fate remains uncertain amid partisan division and fiscal questions.
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Amocini
Harrisburg
Senate
House
Waterhouse and Tax Deliberations Split Lawmakers
Assemblyman Waterhouse of Gerry voted for the selective sales tax and against the income tax and gross receipts taxes, while several colleagues shifted votes on the complex tax package. The House passed a package including a 2 percent receipts levy aimed at luxury goods, hotels, and durable goods, with notable party splits and plans for a Senate showdown next week.
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W. W. WaterHouse
Gerry
Ratall
Inga
Stanley Ly Blair
ORY Albion
Julian Polanki
Joreph
Mrennann
Erie
Senate
Laurler Manny
Wld
GOP
Camp Union
Sat
Theo Republewna
Rendinger
Eden Regime Wins Confidence Vote in Commons
A two day debate in the House of Commons concluded with a 326 to 259 confidence vote for Eden's government. Prime Minister Morand Macmillan led the defending effort as Tories and opposition forces clashed over fiscal policy and leadership.
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Eden
London
House of Commons
Almiek
Morad Macmillan
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