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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 24, 1959
Page
8
Police reported a noisy Brook Street residence and advised quiet. Wipers were stolen from a vehicle during the incident. Inductions and Army draft figures mentioned, with details on local boards and March calls. Basements flooded in Union City due to thaw, a bank water drain occurred, and several traffic accidents were noted.
Flooding caused by the Allegheny River and surrounding creeks recedes in Warren Titusville Ott City and other towns. Officials report widespread inundation with many cellars flooded and road closures on routes 6 97 and 6 to Waterford. About 800 families evacuated near Shenango River area and damages exceed three million dollars.
A three judge federal court ordered Arlington County officials to admit four Negro students to Stratford Junior High, with a stay on transferring another four. The ruling follows the Virginia court’s strikes down of major segregation statutes and signals uneasy desegregation progress amid local funding debates in Norfolk and Arlington.
Floods spread through Ohio and Pennsylvania as swollen rivers receded in parts. Meadville sought refuge for 2000 homes as French Creek flooded areas, while Peach Creek and the Allegheny Monongahela rivers dropped below flood stages. About 4000 evacuees relied on relatives or friends. In Wyoming Valley, rescue teams worked to reach 12 trapped miners amid Susquehanna River flows and port risks from potential mine breaches releasing gas and water.
Hollywood mourns Cecil B DeMille as the era ends with his death on Wednesday morning. The famed director shaped Hollywood epic production with distinctive boots props and a meticulous, research driven process. His colleagues recall his authority over cast and crew and his persistent drive to create monumental screen spectacles.
A hospital notes successful blood exchange on a newborn, detailing two doctors and two nurses guiding the procedure. The team redirects blood through the umbilical vein, exchanging about 500 units, with continuous monitoring by Betty and Bob and follow up tests planned to assess further needs.
Calendar notes weekly YMCA events in Corry Jamestown and nearby with classes in archery junior tri hi y and bridge volunteering board meetings private swims and teen activities. Highlights include junior hi vy swim meets and a boys scouts swim night plus a weekend YMCA junior swimming team event at Jamestown.
Classified notice for Meerdink's Distinctive Furniture on West Smith Street extension invites shoppers to visit during limited hours. Store opens Monday Tuesday Thursday and Friday for appointments any day except Sunday.
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