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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Feb 29, 1956

Page

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Aero Worker Killed In Route 6 Crash

A 30 year old night shift worker at Aero Supply Mfg Co died in a Route 6 crash near the old Post House. Robert N. Botsford 80 of Union City was pronounced dead at Corry Memorial Hospital. Two fellow workers were injured and hospitalized in serious condition. Driver Hiram L. Shellito 47 and passenger Clifford D. Daley 43 were also injured. The sedan skidded on snow and ice and struck a tree. Botsford's body had to be pried from the wreckage. The crash occurred just after midnight and continued on page six.

Aero Supply Mfg. Co., Inc Hiram L. Shellito O'Dell Street Union City Oory Botsford Bracken Shellito Clifford D. Daley Graves Street Corry Memorial Hospital Daley

Ewing's Name To Be On Ballot For Congress Primary

Judge Kreider ordered the State Elections Bureau to place William R Ewing on the Democratic primary ballot for the 24th District Congress seat. Ewing, a textile workers union representative from Saegertown, sought the ballot amid a dispute over a State Supreme Court ruling referenced during testimony. The district includes Exie Crawford and Mercer counties.

Harrisburg Homer J. Kreider Dauphin County State Elections Bureau William R Ewing R. D Saegertown Crawford County Congress Marying Garfinkel Commonwealth State Supreme Court Ewing Textile Workers Union of America Cayroll D. Kearns Farrell Exie Crawford Mercer

Mt Etna Erupts In Fresh Explosive Activity

Mt Etna, Europe’s tallest active volcano near Cantania Sicily, shoots lava into the air in rumbling blasts every few seconds. The central crater erupts after six months of quiescence, lava floods the caldera, flames seen up to 50 miles away, and ash blankets villages at the mountain’s base. Scientists note last year’s 108 days of activity produced about three million tons of lava.

Mt. Etna Associated Press Cantania Sicily Mt Etna Europe

Mollet Shakes Up French Military Command

Premier Guy Mollet reshuffles France top military leadership naming General Paul Ely to chair the Joint Chiefs of Staff replacing General Guillaume. The veteran commander had been known for an iron hand in North Africa and Morocco. Ben Youssef recently returned to the Moroccan throne ahead of talks on the protectorate independence.

Mollet Associated Press Paris France Today Guy Mollet Paul Ely North Atlantic Treaty Organisation Joint Chiefs of ‘Staff Augustine ‘Guillaume Gillaume Morocco Sultan Mohammed Ben Youssef Guillaume North Africa Ben Youssef

Italian Chief Urges Closer Western Ties

Italian Minister Gio vanni Gronebi urged Congress to deepen Western unity beyond military alliances through closer social and economic cooperation. He called for better NATO integration and warned of a confusing ideological era while criticizing communism as a threat to the underprivileged.

Associated Frees Washington Giovanni Gronebi Italy Congress Senate House House Wallan Grohcht Eisenhower Jim Dulles Grondil NATO Gropeh Westman

Lloyd Leaves On Peace Mission

Secretary Selwyn Lloyd departs London for a two week mission to Middle East peace. He will visit seven countries to seek a formula for Palestinian peace while monitoring the spread of Communist influence in the region. Lloyd also plans to attend Southeast Asia Treaty Organization meetings at Burnt Marenott.

Vy Ayourem London Torgiyn Selwyn Lloyd Uly Middle East Beit

Pittsburgh artist seeks reinstatement after unpaid work estop

George Manko, a former city painter, sought reinstatement after his five thousand dollar unpaid work estimate in a Pittsburgh case. Manko, 60, testified yesterday before the City Civil Service Commission that he was fired legally for violation of leave regulations.

Pittsburgh George Manko Manks Opyil Servion Commasioy Fred Aibk

Dems Reject Ties to GOP 428 Million Tax Plan

Harrisburg report shows Senate Democrats disavowing connection with a 428 million dollar Republican tax package that includes a four percent sales tax. Senator Barr says it is a Republican program even as GOP leaders seek final roll calls and adjustments to exemptions and rates.

Associated Press Harrisburg Senate Barr Senate Finance Committee GOP Chur ‘Ous Kessler R Pennsylvania

Charges Dropped in Fatal Charleroi Shooting Case

William Watmyer 16 and Dave T Lander 17 were arrested after a fatal shooting involving a 22 cal rifle near Tandure, with police citing involuntary manslaughter charges. The pair, linked to Islehwehond new Jor, faced $1,000 bond each as investigators pursued the case tied to Robert Osborne and others at Tandure.

Fatel Associated Prong Charleroi William Watmyer Isleh Wehond New Jor Wis Yatwight Polley Dave T. Landerbawe Havlideroaueh Wii Anii Etarmet Apapalaughter Fy Waa Hirai Po Io Robert Osborne Tandure Baupl Sale Lanier Elactert Abel Bes Ross Osborne Witmyen Charleroi

Negro Student Appears Before Judge Today

Alabama faces desegregation clash as Aubherine Lucy the first Negro admitted to the University of Alabama appeals for a court order to allow teachers and officials to return to classes. Across the nation, protests and boycotts unfold as support for Montgomery bus boycott and a prayer movement grow.

Alabama Birmingham University of Alabama Dh Vero Autherine Lucy Tenchah AL Montgomiry Yendera Cov Jamok Folio Onleans Jefferson Dhris Confederacy Downstown New York City Monitgomnry Endler Mic Lucy Hobart Groants Birming Ham Wotan Emory Mice Luey Crisiés

Last Weather Balloon Down in Pacific Test Amid Debate

A late report notes the final of 20 weather balloons launched from OFAMA Japan was presumed to have landed somewhere in the Pacific. Navy officials say the balloons carried only scientific instruments for upper atmosphere data and dismiss Soviet claims of spying. Balloons had drifted about 780 miles south of Midway Island before likely entering the Pacific.

Ofama Japan Pacific U.S. Navy Navy Soviet Union U.S Washington Midway Teland Pacifi

Human error blamed in train crash near Boston

Swampscott and nearby towns faced a deadly rail disaster as a Budd train rear ended a passenger service in a blinding snowstorm. Boston and Maine Railway cited human failure and rule violations by an elderly crew member, while a second collision occurred ten miles away. About 13 were killed and around 100 injured as both trains carried nearly 1,000 passengers en route to work and school.

Associated Frees Swampscott, Mans Boston and Maine Railroad Today Invnsita Boston Tourtellotte Winchester Lee Werious Havers Revere Swampscott

Court To Hear Bank's Appeal

Washington Supreme Court to review Bank of America National Trust and Savings Association case seeking 67000 in Home Owners' Loan Corp bonds. Complex dispute involves Gilbert Parnell Indiana First National Bank and Arthur A. Rocco linked to alleged bond cashing. Court battles over district and circuit rulings continue.

Washington Supreme Couirt Mt Bank of America National Trust and Savings Amoolition Home Owners’ Loan Corp Basik of America Gilbert Parnell First National Trahk Indiana Tydiana Bank Arthur A. Rocco Luur U. 6. District Court Pitteburg Bante Mt Amnerien U. S. Circult Court Philadelphia Distriek Court Indiana Bande Giroult Parnell Bowwtie AL W-Veilrom Second Ward Younesti Ely Yood Faith Palloe Yesterdiy Uftersopny Bank of America Richard Grimm G Murphy Co Ind Ginn Pulhier Tadlana Hawkeard Worle Millet Willy Burnell Pater Aegis Hartey Drake

Ice Cream and Gloves Stolen at McCray's Mill Elgin

A break-in at McCray's Mill in Elgin led to the loss of ice cream sandwiches and several gloves. Clarence McCray, mill supervisor, discovered the theft around 4 o'clock last night after the intruder entered through a ground-floor window. No footprints were found outside due to recent snow.

Milnourn WWE McCray'n Mill Elgin Enrance Galiid Clarence McCray Alan’ Alalen Shyay

Senate probes near end of hearings on bribe offer case

A four member Senate panel works to finish public hearings on an alleged bribe offer to Sen. Hickenlooper. John M. Neff denied offering money for campaigns while Robert Goodwin claimed Neff offered 1000 to Hickenlooper and said it was refused. Neff testified to trips across five states to gauge senators’ views on a bill. He denied directly influencing votes and cited only 2500 to Case and 2500 to the Nebraska GOP.

Associated Press Washington Senate John M. Neff Sen George D-Cy Neff Friencis Case Sid Lexington Nef Sen. Hickenlooper Des Moines Robert Goodwin Towa Republican National Committee Hickenlooper Goodwin South Dakota Nebraeka Montana Wyoming Case Nebraska Republican State Committee

Benson Denies Lobbying In Cotton Plans

Washington Senator Ellen Fer denounces administration pressure as the Agriculture Department plans to offer competitive prices from August 1 to boost U S cotton exports and regain market share. Benson says no lobbying, cites Cabinet approval and orderly bids to avoid world price disruption.

Benwn White House State Department Egypt Ono Senate Congress Wwatson Progran Benvon Ik Mk & Heya Basie Bennon

Ex President Quirino Dies in Manila Home

Former Philippine president Elpidio Quirino dies at his Manila area home after long illness. He survived by daughter Victoria Gonzales and son Tomas Quirino. He became president after the death of Manuel L. Quezon and lost an election to Ramon Magsaysay in 1953.

Manila Mipito Quirino Quirino Opan Hia Victorianzales Tomas Quirino Quinny Maye Wet Foosua Ne Woo Ramon Muguiy

Red Cross Drive Opens In City

The Red Cross drive opens in the city with pledges and displays arranged. Cochairs William Leaby and Frank Dodd announce a high quota to fund food relief and national headquarters support, urging donors to give when solicitors call. Ward chairmen lead campaigns across the four wards and circle groups with active community volunteers coordinating solicitations.

Raye Veen Co Entittal Red Crom Tollway Mia William Plotter Leo TL Co M.O. Baldwin Gulgnan Hard Ware Penelee Co Norman ‘Turebell Corry-Jamestown My. Corp. Dinaater Mo. Page Lolderback Cony Pharmicy Red Cross Wil Cape Don Wileiams Ben Blowart Ronde Lannturst Stewart Hut Bhop Cochairmen William Leaby Frank Dodd Naional B. G. Bennett George Downey Min Ann Baroail Gerald Bluples Duvid May William

Hold Corryite For Non-support

Corryite Joseph C1 Yarateh of TL8 Wont Main was picked up by city police and held for Erie County sheriff officers on a non support charge filed by his wife. The arrest was ordered by Judge Samu Rowsiter. Police said he would be transferred to Este Viver today. Past records include a four prior charges: bench warrant on May 1, 1968. grand larceny on May 6, 1953. assault and burglary on June 2, 1951. and authority conduct on August 11, 1980.

Erie County Joseph Yarateh Samu Rowsiter Harley Drake Este Airerift Despartmant Farateh Athordértys Pollch

Eisenhower Announces Bid for Second Term on TV Tonight

President Eisenhower declared he is available for another four years and plans a televised and radio address this evening to explain his decision. He said his message would be positive and that networks will hold time for him to speak directly to the American people about his plans and the party’s stance. Continued coverage noted the announcement follows his Sept 24 heart attack and precedes the San Francisco convention.

Associated Prep Washington Eisenhower Nixon Xle Torlier Pemarke Omim Sti Biennenhower Allfis Wid Howe Elvenhower Republenn Linthe Eisen

Shrine Club Picks Officers

The Gerry-Union City Shrine Club elected officers for the year at the Moose Club on Bwat Washington Street. John Rossbachar was chosen president, AT Wiggers vice president, and Bruce Ellsworth secretary-treasurer. They planned a Shrine Circus on March 24 and named committees for circus arrangements.

Gerry-Union City Shrine Club Moose Club Washington Street John Rossbachar Wiggers of Union City Bruce Ellsworth A. Redmond Resaslua

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