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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1955
Page
1
A fragmentary note references an event at a hall with unclear names, mentioning a thinly described attempted sanction or measure. Details are unreadable, with partial phrases suggesting a local or administrative action.
Fragmentary OCR notes reference a city area and a street or block likely in M5 but lack clear names, dates, or actions. The readable portion mentions Mao or a local project and a building by a bean facility, but no verifiable event or outcome can be determined from the fragment.
The 1955 Legislature returns January 17 to tackle unemployment compensation, with Republicans and Democrats proposing bills to shield benefits and lift employer contributions. A reappraisal of truck weights was also suggested by Governor Fine, signaling potential weight increases to aid trucking and steel industries.
AP News Briefs report Stalinist figures punished in Moscow and a judge advocate general of the Chinese Nationalist army sentenced for corruption. Swiss authorities note former Guatemalan president Gusman seeking asylum and facing possible army callup while en route to a Swiss resort with family.
Erie police report a 6 year old boy, Joseph Makowski Jr., was killed when a car struck the family walking along a highway in West Erie. His mother Emma Makowski 40 and sister Barbara 2 were injured. A 10 year old, John Mackovic of Warren is sought as the driver. A witness gave the license number.
The Panama government seeks 50000 dollars for information leading to the Remon assassination suspects. The National Assembly approved paying 150000 for investigation costs. Ex-president Arias is linked to the case as a former suspect with weapons similar to those used. US agents were discussed but such aid is prohibited.
The Pennsylvania Potato Growers named Mayor Earl T. Cherry Honorary Mayor of Potato City for 1955 after a Erie TV show reveal by Wattsburg Queen Judith TeWinkle. Frank Dodd and other growers attended at Hotel Corry as the city key was presented. A ceremony is planned during the Pennsylvania Farm Show week in Harrisburg.
Bloomfield Consolidated school district voted 3 to 2 to ask the Crawford County school board to authorize forming a jointure with Rome Township and Sparta Merged districts. The plan envisions a six‑room elementary in Rome Township and a junior‑senior high at Riceville Corners, with next steps to county and possibly state approval. Opponents cite concerns over where Bloomfield Township high school students would study if a new high school is built. The meeting drew 15 to 100 attendees and saw strong support for resolving the Northeastern Crawford County school issue. The township board approved the resolution to seek a jointure. the plan’s fate rests with county and state decisions.
Dominic An tione Anzalone, a self avowed gambler, vows to contest deportation to Thaly all the way to the Supreme Court after appearing before the Board of Immigration Appeals. Authorities allege he entered the United States in 1929 without papers and with intent to engage in commercialized vice. Anzalone, who lives near Pittsburgh, claims he has never spent time in jail and was railroaded. his attorney argues his client came to work and has no record supporting the charge.
The government raised the cash down payment on stocks to 60 percent from 50 percent prompting protest from NYSE president Keith Funston who called it a restraint on market function. The move aims to curb speculative buying as the market had surged since the November elections.
The Brokenstraw Valley Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution announces Mervyn M. Nast of His City as recipient of the Award of Merit. Nast is recognized for devotion to Cory Memorial Hospital construction and charity work with the Flag Boys of America as well as service with the Washington Trail Council. He is expected to receive the award once in good health in a ceremony linked to the chapter’s tribute to his lifelong contributions to the American way of life.
Quentin Wolfe, 47, a former Pittefield resident now of Homerville, died when his car rear ended an empty school bus during a smoke shrouded stretch near Argyle Georgia. His wife Mrs Wolfe, 47, and son Braemer, 11, were hospitalized with injuries. two other children escaped with bruises. Wolfe was principal at the Argyle school and Mrs Wolfe taught there. The family had moved about ten years ago from this area.
Ripley Chautauqua County moved to seek custody of five children after a house fire. The oldest girl, age one, reportedly threw four siblings from a second floor window before escaping herself. All five were treated at Westerfield Memorial Hospital for injuries. Parents Norman and Katherine Swan were away on a trip when the incident occurred. A court hearing was set to consider removing the children from parental guardianship following a petition by T J Emerling of the Child Welfare Division.
The name of William Thomno Sharon Dento Ghat appeared in a press speculation for possible appointment to a $15,000 post in George M Coadne's cabinet possibly secretary of papers and supplies. The King and a group of Mercer County Democratic leaders met with Leader yesterday. Thomas Hodges, Leader's press secretary, declined comment on the conference.
City changes assessment policy on parsonages tied to church buildings. Assessor Miller confirms Evangelical United Brethren Church on North Center and St Elizabeth's on West Pleasant will be taxed for 1805 after a Brown led ruling. Dozens attended appeals at the Municipal Building as the board plans future notices and hearings, with residential properties first and commercial blocks later.
U S District Judge Albert V. Bryan sentenced Joseph Petersen Jr., 40, to seven years for unlawfully storing government documents at his Arlington apartment after pleading guilty. Petersen, a former NBA employee with 13 years service, allegedly violated trust by handling top secret and classified papers from two documents. The government dropped two other charges as part of the plea deal.
Washington FDA announces Wolf Ladejinsky has been hired for a land reform role in Vietnam after a security review. Administrator Harold Stassen notes Ladejinsky is eligible for security and loyalty certification, amid ongoing interagency tensions over personnel shifts and past postings in Tokyo.
Tokyo reports U N Secretary General Dag Hammarskjold met Communist Premier Chou En Lai and Foreign Minister with Vice Foreign Minister Chang Han fu in Peiping. Peiping radio described a cocktail reception and dinner with Chinese officials amid vague talk of freeing American firms and other U N prisoners in Red China.
William Rong Larkavius to take the post as secretary of the Pigbtle Wry Commission. Roan, former secretary of the State Hono of Representatives, signed by the PUC yesterday to fill the vacancy created by the retirement of J. Allen Walter, Lebanon. The appointment was with Gov. John Fine’s approval.
The Democrats assume control of Congress with Lyndon B. Johnson as Senate majority leader and pledge to neither oppose nor blindly support Eisenhower’s program. Johnson and Knowland foresee cooperation, while Rayburn in the House signals action on the Reciprocal Trade Agreements Act and tariff reductions. The transfer of power begins as Eisenhower’s State of the Union address looms amid a cold war defense focus.
In a joint session speech Harriman faults Republicans for years of overspending and povertyly funded worker benefits. He pledges reviving new deals and criticizes GOP majorities for delaying constriction contracts while calling for costly public works and veteran programs amid a strained budget outlook.
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