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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Feb 24, 1956

Page

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Taylor Pressures GOP Senators To Kill Income Tax

Harrisburg based report notes Senate President Pro Tempore Taylor urged GOP colleagues to defeat the 2 percent net income tax portion of a House passed tax package. He sent copies of editorials opposing the income tax and warned the conference of Republican senators may decide on the tax plan.

Taylor Harrisburg Senate Gov. Leader Pennnsylvania Republian Berger R-Potter Senate Caucus

False alarm at Gerry Jamestown plant stirs rapid response

An early morning alarm at the Gerry Jamestown plant prompted a swift fire department turnout from First venue and Pampers units. Fire crews checked the building, finding no blaze as sprinkler water likely triggered the system. two fire trucks returned quickly and readiness remained high for potential future alarms.

Gerry-Jamestown Mig. Corp Cosen

Man Killed in Turnpike Crash Near Greensburg

One man died and four others were injured yesterday in a car crash on the Pennsylvania Turnpike near the New Stanton interchange. Ralph Hough, 19, of Dawson, Fayette County, died when the car he rode in veered into a bridge embankment.

Greensburg New Stunton Ralph Hough Dawson Fayette County

Dulles Faces Senate Hearing on Middle East Policy

Secretary of State Dulles is questioned by Senators from the Foreign Relations Committee over U.S. policy in the tense Middle East and allied moves to counter Soviet pressure. George notes bipartisanship aims while Humphrey cites Dulles critiques, including the 18 tank shipment and arms aid to Israel amid Egypt’s purchases from Czechoslovakia.

Sey Wes Washington Dulles George D-Ga Senate Foreign Relations’ Committees Middle East Saudi Arabia Humphrey D-Min Korea South Asia State Department Sai Israel Egypt Czechoslovakia

Highways Study Plans 75 Million for Hazardous Road Spots

Harrisburg there were estimates by the Highways Department that 75 million dollars are needed to fix 15 hazardous road spots on major highways. Gov. Lender was asked to approve a state program of two or three projects per year to address the problem, with relocation plans for several danger points and detouring truck traffic where possible.

Associated Prenn Aarrisburg Highways Department Lender Joseph J Layler Lawler Goy Londor Askead Bawler Semin Coatesville Violet Hit York County West Nawton Lanter West Newton Vet Praslin Rous Fayette Counties Summit Beawnsville Fayate Washington Counties

City Endures Record Freeze as Temps Plummet

Frigid wind drives city to four below zero. Pre dawn shift eases chill. by 4 40 a m temperatures rise to near single digits. Weather observer notes prior low this winter at four below and records the harsh blast lasting overnight.

Worraes Warner Linnui George Mulderiele

Port Cities On Lake Erie Plan Council

Five Ohio waterfront cities began plans for a Lake Erie ports council to coordinate freight rates and other common interests. Cleveland Port Director William Rogers chaired the initial meeting as officials discussed equitable tolls, dredging, subsidies, and federal support. The council aims to invite Detroit, Buffalo, Windsor, Port Hope, and Welland to join and promote Lake Erie ports to shippers and firms.

Associated Irth Cleveland Lake ‘Mike Ohio Council Gleveland Willian G. Rogers Pan Block W. W. Knight Jr Poledo J. J. Chapin Lorai Ned Col Mendler Ashtabula Ralph Wright Conneaut Shelley Emil J. Bartunek Cleveland Party Commission Richard Horn Fai i Collender Lemporuy Horn Fuente Connell Lake Time Detroit Bufo Wile Port Welland Rogers Lake Ene

Duff Predicts Victory At Lincoln Ray Dinner

Duff predicts victory for President Kiseygower Wilsek at a Lincoln Ray dinner in Chambersburg Pennsylvania. The report cites a predicted national recovery tied to a broader GOP win, referencing party unity and the need for national leadership.

Chambersburg Bey RBA Kiseygower Wilsek Bert Net Bieerthawae Honig Gexp UIE Lincoln Ray Wryter Elsesihnwir Hn Lng Upton Meessque Wenether Orld Guy Lendes

Idled WE Workers Apply For Pay By Aspchted Prev

Compensation officers processed pay applications from idle workers. Westinwnotsr lhat Gory Th Applications were reviewed by labor department yesterday. The state review follows layoffs since December. Workers faced delays due to policy reviews and appeals.

Pettsburgh — Uem Syieny Jobin Piraeyivarihura Atployes Westinwnotsr la Stat Labor and Industry

Negroes Vow To Continue Their Boycott Of Buses

In Montgomery Alabama about 100 Negroes indicted on boycott charges pledge to press a 11 week protest against city buses and segregation. Rev Ralph Abernathy leads a mass prayer as about 5000 demonstrate while defendants are warned by pastors not to retaliate.

Associated Pre Montgomery Aln Newroes Rome Confederacy Montgomery City Lines Tim Ralph C. Abernathy Nepro Pint Baptist Ohare Abernathy Boyroll Prosecutiona Ny Otter Grand Jury Martin Lulir

Bipartisan Group Launches Broad Probe Of Lobbying And Campaigns

A bipartisan eight member Senate committee was named to probe lobbying and campaign contributions. Senator Gore of Pennsylvania named to lead the group with four Democrats and four Republicans chosen by Senate leaders Johnson and Knowland. Gore said the inquiry should be corrective, not punitive, and could shape tightening of the Cracking Practices Act as the panel operates through the year.

Washington Senate Nixon Lyndon John Johnson Gore Penniessee McClellan Arkansas Anderson New Mexico Kennedy Massachusetts Sen Knowland California Bridges New Hampshire Thye Minnesota Goldwater Arizona Purtell Connecticut

Stalemated Industry And Labor Peace Talks

Washington reports a sharp dispute over compulsory union membership impeded a broader peace pact between industry and organized labor. George Meany and Charles Bluh Jr. failed to reconcile the demand for union shop terms, signaling continued stalemate though plans for further talks remained possible.

Washington Afl-O10 George Meany Charles R. Bugh Jr National Association of Manufacturers’ Executive Committee

Twin Admits Slaying Scout Me Aunoiniad Prose

WHEELING West Virginia Thoras Wilting Jr thirty year old Wein claims a complete confession to the slaying of a Cub Scout. His attorney said the Williams brothers were indicted this week by a grand jury in the murder case. The boy’s body was found under a porch the day after he disappeared. The Williams boys denied involvement until Wednesday night. The attorney said one twin intended to testify and was exonerated by his brother. Tommy Williams had been questioned and blood stains were found on his trainers. Court date set for April 2.

Wheeling W. Va Thoras Wilting Jr Wein Cub Willaams David Gallahin Sethrelbey Jyven Enie Cullinan Wide Koswa Ferhou Hkr Tommy Willaimy Teanisers McKee Hugue

Missing Planes Found Amid Caribbean Mission Flight

Coast Guard reports nine of sixteen planes carrying Church of God of Prophecy missionaries on a goodwill Caribbean tour landed safely or remained in flight after takeoff from Camagüey Cuba bound for Kingston Jamaica. Authorities identified pilots Grady R Kent and M A Tomlinson among others from Cleveland Ohio Missouri North Carolina and Pennsylvania with mission members from several states. The fate of several travelers remains unclear as crews assess the situation and determine which planes reached Kingston or landed elsewhere.

Miami Coast Guard Cubs Jamaica Avriquero Juuit Caribbean Talanss Camagasy Cuba Kingston Flngaton Church of God of Prophecy Cleveland M. A. Tomlinson Genn Kent Grinfith Duck Decker Jack the Moory Leroy Fields Sylvix Mardin DM Wheeler Charlee Hawkins Shirley Hawkins Wheeler Tomillnisery Sid Lavell Hawking Missouri Nelson Juhtnun Dudley Logan Vicenius Glenn Whitener Ohio Olon Fiye J. A. Wilton Wayne Altes North Carolina E. A. McDonald Roy Ferves Bell Carlinn Thad Somerville Renowa Pesilleyivania Misa Kelley Alabime John A Craonen Missinniypl Rita Dowberry MB. Curry Ovarice

Hot Lunches Prove Popular At Santaeh School

At Conelway School, opened days ago, hot lunches drew few purchases as most students ate from home. Only a portion of the cafeteria diners opted for cooked meals while the rest brought sandwiches. Officials expect more lunchroom use as weather warms and schedules settle.

Conelway School Wtatt Olstaldy Palfey Rive

British Sub Acheron Safe After Gale Seas Sighting

The Admiralty called off the search for the British submarine Acheron after a Hind minesweeper reported a visual contact with the vessel in gale swept Arctic seas. Acheron, with 65 crew, had been out of radio contact for nearly six hours before the Coquette relayed the sighting and that communications were down. The sub then proceeded to Tweland.

Associated Press London Admiralty Tov Acheron Hind Ayaloma Tweland

Speculation On Ike's Plans Mounting In Georgia

In Thomasville Georgia speculation about President Eisenhower's 1956 re election plans grows. His personal physician Maj General Howard M Snyder says Ike may be safer to serve a second term now than after his heart attack five months ago. The president arrived in south Georgia February 16 plans to return to Washington soon. Howard M Snyder notes he has recovered sufficiently to resume golf hunting and other activities. White House Press Secretary Jim Hagerty says the president shows no fatigue.

Namoomjen Thomasville Eisenhower Howard M. Snyder Beaver South Georgia Treamwey Humphrey Wrahington Eienhower Denver Ueasing Hernin Thomanville Prenlawit Nas Femi Howes Aey Howard M. Bryder White Howne Hagerty Eays

Griffin Urges War On Both Parties In South Unity Message

Georgia Governor Marvin Griffin delivered a fiery speech in Shreveport urging white Southerners to unite against both major parties over integration. He accused Republicans and Democrats of seeking to hurt the South and criticized national conventions, while prompting residents to rally for a “Way of life” and a future tied to Washington politics. The crowd pressed Griffin to run for president amid the tense, propagandist rally atmosphere.

Georgia Associated Press Shreveport Washington Shreveport Citizens Council Griffin Griftin

Seven Cars Of Speeding Train Overturned In Maryland Crash

A passenger train traveling about 80 mph between Washington and Baltimore toppled seven cars in the night. Five people were killed and more than 100 injured. Officials pondered whether the air brakes failed or were activated after the crash. The diner car was heavily damaged and other cars were thrown off the track. Witnesses described mangled wreckage as rescue parties rushed to help. Names of the dead included Alexander Nero, Trenton Reed Johnston, Alfred B. Vaupt, and Sidney Sadie.

Associated Press Odenton Washington Baltimore Pennsylvania Railroad Paul Sloane

Soviet Press Attacks Malenkov On Power Ministry

In Moscow, the Soviet press denounces the Ministry of Electric Power Stations led by former Premier Georgi Malenkov as failing to meet needs. The blast, described as the first high level critique since Malenkov took over, centers on production and fuel consumption as the party preps for the forthcoming congress.

Moscow Prean Tiday Ministry of Electric Power Hana Georgi Malenkov Kyomsley Maxim Baburov Malenkoy Mulemkov Electrie Power Stationa Alona Malone Kav Western Circle Bo Whelhar Malenkov

Youth Cited In Two Traffic Cases

A Core High School student, Larry A. Davia, was cited yesterday for traffic violations involving failing to stop at a stop sign and a turning maneuver on North Center Street. Police filed charges with Alderman Cobbett, detailing both incidents and the implied sequence of events.

Ttn Frimp Volear Larry A. Davia Core Ty Aten Iigh Setoo Rihnitig Centon Street North Center Street

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