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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jan 07, 1956

Page

1

Eisenhower Finishes Farm Message Ahead of Congress

President Eisenhower wraps up a 6000 word farm message to be delivered to Congress Monday while on a Florida sojourn. White House aides say he may discuss political future upon reporting his heart condition assessing return to full duties next week.

Associated Press Key West Fla Eisenhower James C. Hagerty White House Florida Washington Howard M. Rhyder Yyotterday Secret Service Benson Congress

Jobless Banks Remain Steady in December

The December job market shows little change from November per Paul Hensley of the Local Employment Security Office. There were 94 new work applications, 23 placements, 47 referrals to openings, 223 compensation applications, and total weeks claimed rising to 1383. Three dozen denial reasons included not unemployed and quitting positions.

Paul Hensley Tocal Employment Security Office

Chest Officers To Meet Here

The Corry Community Chest holds its annual meeting Thursday at 7:00 p.m. in the Municipal Building. Three directors will be elected for three year terms to fill vacancies. Expiring terms belong to Edward Crapsor, James Carrie, and Col. K. R. Benson.

Chest Edward Crap~sor James Carrie Col K. R. Benson

Sherman Oaks Mountain Slide Pushes Home Off Foundation

A Sherman Oaks hillside slide buried a residential area under rock and dirt last night. One couple watched as their $93,900 house shifted off its foundation and settled on its rear wall. Robert Gross, 9, reported his family’s unoccupied home was threatened while cleaning before a showing, as the yard filled with earth and the structure moved further. The crack at the summit stretched about 37 feet long and 27 feet wide, with rear walls collapsing as the slide continued into morning.

Associated Press Los Angeles Sherman Oaks Robert Gross Gross

State To Get 143177 For Fish Projects

Pennsylvania will receive 143,177 for the fiscal year ending June 20, 1956, as its share of federal funds under the Dingell Johnson Act for Fish Restoration. William Voigt Jr., executive director of the Pennsylvania Fish Commission, said funds come from federal taxes on fishing tackle and equipment and are apportioned by number of licensed fishermen and state area. The money supports reclaiming and expanding public fishing waters, with federal matching 75 cents for every 25 cents of state funds. The commission plans to use these funds to acquire land and build dams for public fishing recreation, selecting sites where most needed. The Mind ne Quisitions lead to the fourth dam in Somersale County, a 260-acre lake, with other completed lakes Tee Dale Live in Chester County, Glade Run Lake in Butler County, and Virgin Run Lake in Fayette County.

Pennsylvania William Voigt, Jr Pennsylvania Fish Commission Fish Commission Fish Com Mssion The Ovens Somersale County Tee Dale Chester County Glade Run Lake Butler County Virgin Run Lake Fayette County

College Building Damaged By Fire At Lehi University

Fire damaged two floors of the east wing of Williams Hall, a landmark science building on the Lehi University campus since 1905. The affected Geology and Metallurgical sections housed labs and classrooms for graduate students. Fire equipment fought the blaze in freezing 30 degree morning air. cause and damage estimate were not yet determined.

Nena E Pemeenemesegey Foesok Eadly Williams Fist Lehi University Barhlehens

Corry Crash Victim Recovers Slowly After Jeep Collision

Howard Johnson, 46, of Scott's Crossing Road, remains in Erle Veterans Hospital in serious condition after a December 16 crash when he was struck by a car driven by Miss Murleen Taylor of Columbus. He suffers multiple fractures including pelvis and leg injuries. friends aid children and Johnson shows slow recovery.

Corry Friends Aid Children Howard Johnson Scott's Crossing Road Erle Veterans Hospital Mur Leen Taylor Columbuy

Ewing Firm Wins Major Highway Improvement Contract

Harrisburg awarded a highway project to Ewing Inc of Corey, in Murcer County, for 1. .?. miles south of Route 6, with bridge work and replacement of existing spans. The contract value around 1.8 million dollars funded by state highway authorities, reflecting local investment in riverine corridor safety and county infrastructure.

Harrisburg Moveril Con Teneus Mid Ewing, Inc Corey Olefoek Murcer Jonuin Wal Eka Bhutan Johniin Shahin Outa Pane Pwo

Cold Wave Cuts Deep Across Central U S

The Associated Press reports a fast-moving cold front driving temperatures down across the Plains and Mississippi Valley. Readings plunged to below zero in many areas from Minnesota to the Dakotas while Des Moines and other sites saw sharp drops. A warm-up occurred along the Atlantic Coast while the South and West saw varied changes.

Associated Press Mississippi Valley Grand Forks N. D Minnesota Towa Dakotas New England Gulf States Arizon California West Gulf Coast Florida West Coast

Salary Board Approves McKnight Asst D A

Erie County Salary Board approved District Attorney Herbert Johnson's recommendation to appoint Frank McKnight of Corry as assistant district attorney serving Corry Union City and Wattsboro with a salary of 1200 per year. The new role includes representing the office at hearings in the southwestern district and assisting as a special prosecutor in county cases.

Erie County Salary Board Herbert Johnson Frank McKnight Corry Wery—Ice Corry Union City Wattsboro Wnd Salaxy Board Triat McKnight Avena Criminal Court Ly Sessiorra Dobnaon Haying Horss Menliy Johnson

Stop Work On Vertical Plane Developments

Lockheed Alert Corp halted work on the XPV-1 vertical take-off project for the Navy after a mutual contract termination. Navy officials in Washington cited insurmountable bugs at ground level, and Lockheed admitted the program failed to achieve vertical take-off despite prior progress. Pilot Hermit Fish Bulman reportedly flew the XPV-1 to 10,000 feet in initial testing before stoppage.

Burbank Calif Lockheed Alert Corp Navy Yeaterday Washinuston Lockheed Bookgesmitsii Usaf Orrimental Hermit Fish Bulman

Dispute Flare After Loyalty Ruling In Washington

A loyalty board ruling sparking dispute centers on William Henry Taylor. Brownell and Bentley challenge testimony while Taylor’s Middle East role under the International Monetary Fund is referenced. J Paul Fairbank notes new evidence found no real doubt about Taylor’s loyalty despite a prior espionage accusation involving White.

Wasthington William Henry ‘Taylor Atty Gen. Browsell Bleabethy Bentley Byron N. Scott Intentional Monetary Fund Henry Wald Man Dlearna Taylor Tigley He Monetary Fund Middle East J. Paul Fairbank International Organisation Royalty Board Taylor Truman Treasury Department Monetary Research di Vision Harry Daxter White Treasury Brownell House Committee On Un-American Mix Bentley Shit Taylor Lonate White Doe FBI Cing

Police Study Truck Crash Near Mondavenue

Police investigated a truck crash reported near Mondavenue at about 4 a.m. yesterday after a driver Keppel of Columbus claimed another vehicle forced him off the road. Witnesses and officers questioned details. wheel marks suggested the rear of the truck swung and struck a pole. No citation issued. authorities noted the incident remains under review.

Atichayd Koppel Columbus Nisie Bart Beet Keppel Awlde Dutage Keppel

Governor Hosts World Union Leader at Mansion Dinner

Governor entertains Sir Basil fet cfglivs, vice president of the World Union for Progressive Judaism, at the executive mansion dinner today.

Harrisburg Nis Basil Fet Cfglivs World Union For Progressive Judaism Executive Mansion Aay

Mediator Urges Effort To End Westinghouse Strike

Top federal mediator Joseph Finnegan urged Westinghouse Electric Corp and the IUE to exhaust all resources to end the long dispute. He spoke after a Westinghouse proposal for a secret vote on a five year contract and potential return to work. The IUE rejected the plan and pressed for a membership vote between the offer and union demands.

Associated Pron Mittsburgh Joseph Finne+ wan Westinghouse Electric Corp Yeilérddy Interminge Hom Iw Hid International Union of Elec Srical Westinghouse State Senate Hayrisburg Ben Rowland B Lowdar Wenllinghoma Bharoni Pai Greenville Bharon Mahany Columbus Ohio Lis Vlonett Yan

GOP Planning Advisory Body Advances for 1996 Elections

The Republican Star Committee in Harrisburg unveiled plans to form a local to state advisory group to aid GOP candidates in the 1996 elections. The committee will be advisory, with key roles to be decided in the November cycle. Members include party leaders from multiple counties and Perceived officials.

GOP Associated Prog Harrisburg Republican Star Committee Jeaders and Taymakers Andl Mieo Atte Sid Miles Horst Atate Chatre Wudl Tor Wenmarer Yaganey State Supreme Court WAL Imelude Ben Edwart Martin Rpa Manon Owlett Iy Murdock Sarah Leffler Chirman State Republican Committee Ben, Rowe B. Mulgny Crawford Bentte Bin My Harvey Taylor Or-Dauphin Serite Ufaldent Plasta OP Lloyen Weed Montgomery County Hi Tormir Heulehant Allegheny County Maloner Allegheny Gaunty

Fog Clears Over Britain After Three Day Cover

Reports say Britain lifts from a three day fog with most areas returning to normal. London officials note improving air quality as doctors in port cities warn of an infant pneumonia outbreak amid the weather disruption.

Britain London Liver

City Council Confronts Water Diversion onto Private Land

City officials grapple with drainage problems on Random Road as city workmen dig ditches that divert rainwater onto two private properties on East Columbus Avenue. Harold Messenger and Lora Rutherford report flooding and demand action, while council notes the city may be at fault and considers blocking the ditches to prevent overflow toward Runsell Road.

Columbus Avenue Harold Messenger Mensenger Lora A. Rutherford Colmbus Avenue Messenger Muthoxford Cornell Qimet Runsell Road

Leader backs ruling hiking payroll taxes in Pennsylvania

Harrisburg Governor Leader King endorses a Justice Department ruling that raises payroll taxes by about 60 million dollars this year. The move aims to stabilize the unemployment compensation fund, protecting workers and families while preventing deficits in state programs.

Campurinn RRS Harrisburg King Justice Department Pennsylvania Dauphin County Commonwealth

Hope for Span Over Chautauqua Toll Bridge Plan Emerges

Robert M. Howard, Chautauqua County Highway Superintendent, reports discussions with engineering firms on replacing the Bemus Point Brower ferry with a toll bridge. The elemental surveys and counts are set in the 1966 budget, with definite proposals expected for board review in the near term. The ferry carried 4,007 vehicles and 10,800 pedestrians in the past year, up slightly from 1948 figures.

Robert M. Howard Ghau Wuqua Chautauuquin County Board of Supervisors Howard Anster

Sparta grocer ordered to pay for oil well

MEADVILLE Warren County driller won his case yesterday against the Old Greek Vale ley Gar and Ol Co Spartansburg Henry E Ongley of Belkirk was awarded 1240 by jury for drilling work in 1962 The verdict absolved two of four named defendants Charles Clickatt Bourta and F Kindred The third defendant Earl Southall was dismissed by Judge Herbert A Monk The case left Albert Hahn of Spartansburg grocery store operator and secretary treasurer as the only remaining party The driller bored two holes for the company both dry holes The award was announced in the court room before Judge Monk

Meadville Warren County Vale Ley Gar Ol Co Spartansburg Henry E. Ongley Belkirk Spartansburg Company Mobility Charles Clickatt R. D Bourta F. Kindred Titusville

Two Pole Crashes Damage $575 On Rural Road

Two separate highway collisions damaged utility poles and cars. In the first, a car driven by Robert Jewell of 144 Mott Street lost control on Cony Spring Creek road beyond the shoot-the-const bridge, clipping a pole and causing $950 damage. none of the Jewell family were hurt. In the second, Monnett Hinkson of RAD 1 Waterford struck the rear of Juss W. Kitlinger’s car on Route 97. no injuries and about $175 plus $20 damage recorded.

Binte Pollo Ab Jewell Senkers Walter Lawrence Jew Atom Neeldent Monnet Sinkson Waterford Juss W. Kitelinger R. D Union City Hinkson

Woman killed in Washington area by car near Pittsburgh Pike

State Police identified the driver as Harry M. Youn of Holston Washington County. The accident occurred yesterday about one mile north of here on the Old Pittsburgh Pike. The victim was Herman Russe, 70, of Wash Sivton.

Kidd Washington Herman Russe Wash Sivton Pitta Burgh Pike Harry M. Youn Holston Washington County Wits

Inquiry Probes Communist Penetration of Press Links

Senate subcommittee hearings into alleged Communist infiltration of the press extend to major papers and media outlets. Witnesses linked to the Newark Times and New York Times describe pressure, firings, and self incrimination debates while editors defend desegregation stance and journalistic integrity.

Washington Sen Eastland R-Miss Senate Internal Security Ho Honda Newark Times Eastlind The Times Tnd Bantind Bantland Anyathar Metinal Witnibss Yemterthy Kia University Communist Party Mabtland Jennet Find New York Time Nathan Aleikovely New York ‘Times Jack Shafer Yeader Bue Witt Alden Whitman Robert Bhelston Seymour Peck

Arrests in Chile Uprising Prompt Nationwide Crackdown

SANTIAGO Chile at least 250 people were arrested as the government pressed a stiff campaign to avert a threatened nationwide work stoppage. Reports say many detainees were labeled Communists or associates of President Thanes, with arrests across many cities. The Central Labor Union issued a nationwide strike for Monday in protest of proposed changes to prices and pensions, framed by authorities as a step to curb inflation but feared to bring hunger and economic strain.

Santiago Chile Apakoanan Usation Thane Nko Teaders Thayer

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