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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1955
Page
1
A fragmented OCR snippet references an incident at a stakeout area near an alley on February 434. The details are garbled but indicate an inquiry and potential involvement by authorities. Names and precise locations are unclear.
Democrats on the House Ways and Means Committee weigh an early move to cut income taxes reversing a year end delay strategy. A Senate backlash looms with Byrd and George already opposing any year tax reductions. A general cut or flat $20 per person plan is studied, risking billions in federal revenue to aid millions of taxpayers amid a looming deficit.
Mrs Kathrine Gurney of Jamestown drove to Corry to inquire about selling or trading her car. Her sedan slid across the street struck a guard rail and plunged into Bear Creek, with $600 damage and the purse washing from the wreck. She was briefly injured but walked away from the icy incident and later bought a new 1985 Chrysler. A passerby gave her a ride home.
Europe endures a week of snow ice and floods as Britain dispatches gr midlands relief. About 20 killed, including 13 in Germany and France, while Scotland faces subzero chaos. Royal Navy carrier Glory aids rescue amid 40,000 sandbags in Bonn and Kinloss RAF bases mobilize over 20 aircraft for relief missions.
The Credit Union at the Corry Inmentown Manufacturing Corp organized nine months ago declared a 1.2 percent dividend for depositors at a Saturday officers meeting. It reports 144 total loans with 60 outstanding, $18,000 in employee withdrawals, and a $27,451 loan volume, indicating repeated borrowing. Directors elected John Cullen and Mrs Leon Bhumaky, with Brian Stowe Ralph Webb Lawrence Anderson on the board, and John Bolan on the credit committee. Supervisory members are Paul Shannon Richard Young and Frank Anthony.
Pittsburgh area Charleroi plant Corning Glass Works reaches a contract with the union for 800 workers. The package increases hourly earnings by over six cents. In Cincinnati, Hubert C. Dickwell, 17, former president and board member of the Cincinnati Gas and Electric Co, died yesterday.
Boston prison siege enters second day as four convicts, led by Teddy Green, hold five guards hostage at Massachusetts State Prison. An Army tank from Port Devens has been ordered by state police to breach cellblock doors while authorities vow no compromise. Green's daughter appeals to his father to end the revolt as gunfire warnings and threats escalate the standoff.
Gov George Leader orders 20 million dollars shaved from the expiring budget by January 31 with elimination of unnecessary positions and rescinding unjustified salary increases. He warns of a grave fiscal situation and says no taxpayer money will be wasted. Democrats and Republicans clash over a bipartisan approach to new revenues as inauguration festivities end.
The 1963 New Kensington ballot stuffing case nears completion as counsel wrap up for movers accused of violating federal civil rights law. The defense rested after six defendants testified they saw no illegal note at the polling place in First Ward Escond precinct. Only Frank Philips testified to witnessing a problem.
A Erie County civil court jury awarded $1500 to John J Neylon for injuries from a December 24 1951 accident on North Center Street Corry. The verdict was delivered in a case against the city with judge Samuel Rositer presiding. The award covered medical costs wages and damages for pain and suffering.
In a rapid session the Board of Tax Reform and Appeals heard 33 property tax appeals in just over two hours. Cobbett noted street frontages diverging from city maps, and Northwest and Sherman streets not reaching West Church Street. Beardsley clients sought reductions after Cobbett inspected one property. Qesch claimed taxation on a shed linked to a neighbor and questioned prior assessments. Sproverveld recounted changes since 1953 and 1904 assessments without neighbor consent. Additional residents listed include Mary Lockwood LaRue Hamilton and others as proceedings continued.
Cleveland appellate panel rules that no one convicted of a crime punishable by life imprisonment is bail unable under state law. Dr Sam Sheppard, 31, convicted of second degree murder for the death of his pregnant wife Marilyn, remains jailed as his appeal proceeds. His father, Dr Richard Sheppard, 64, died the night before, prompting a visit from two brothers and their wives.
Washington reports state bans on sketching or photographing military targets and strategic sites plus a White House push for UN mediation between Nationalists and Communist forces. Reading notes Pennsylvania pari mutual betting bill to aid tax revenue to be proposed in 1955 General Assembly.
Democrats celebrated with a colorful inaugural ball for Gov. Georgi M. Lender and his official family. About 4,600 attendees gathered at Zambo Mosque for the new chief’s early reception as the Valley Forge Military Band played.
Red warplanes threaten the Tachen Islands as Yichang Island is said captured by Chinese Communists. The United States with the 7th Fleet in the area faces a ruling against aiding Chiang Kai-shek’s forces to defend the islands north of Formosa.
Eight contractors have taken plans for the Concord-Wayne Elementary School as the Corry Area School Authority prepares to open bids at its January 24 meeting. Dal Ita Smiley says the field is larger than for the High School due to the smaller project size. A Pembine firm from Bingham Deane and Seribner will advise on bond issues and financing details including interest and all costs needed to begin construction.
Firefighting teams from Stanford Hose Company responded to a blaze at a Chesuit Ridge Road residence caused by an overflowing stove pipe breaking and melting a wood wall. Damages estimated at 350 dollars. No injuries reported as residents and neighbors assisted until fire units arrived and contained the fire.
Anouated Press reports an air battle over Formosa as Communist warplanes unleash a heavy strike on the Nationalists near the Tachens. Peiping says the Reds seized the 3 square mile island in two hours while U.S. officials note mixed reactions to any cease fire proposal.
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