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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1955
Page
1
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Bids opened for the Cordry-Beaverdam road site school show general construction costs from 256,288 to 316,000 with Seltzer and Young, Inc. of New Castle the low general contractor at 213,610 under the next bid. Architect Campbell recommends three alternates to reduce costs and secure state funds, with total construction around 902,549. Shin School District joins Wayne and Concord townships in the project, three-way financing to follow after the joint board acts.
Harrisburg Gov George M Leader says the tax program will be in doubt for a month or two. At a news conference before inauguration, Leader refused to specify its form. Bonn Chancellor Adenauer noted a Soviet declaration linking a peace treaty to Germany’s state of war end.
Formosa dispatch reports that Nationalist forces will abandon the Tachens Islands. Negotiations between Nationalist and American officers finished, with evacuation planned as a joint operation under Allied command once congressional approval is received. News notes air maneuvers and a minor naval engagement near Yushan islands, with no immediate comment from the 7th Fleet.
The Costa Rican rebellion subsided as 300 rebels surrendered to internment in Nicaragua. The Inter-American Peace Commission postponed its Washington trip to finish its mediation. The border area was quiet after Costa Rican troops entered the abolished neutral zone to hunt holdouts.
UNITED NATIONS N Y This appraisal from unidentified sources says Formosa developments hurt hopes for early release of 17 Americans held in China. It notes the Security Council and General Assembly could act, while U S and Red China hinder ceasefire efforts and prisoner releases.
A fire at 22 South First Avenue in Corry caused $250 in damages after an overheated stovepipe ignited wooden walls. Assistant Fire Chief Charles Col Wer said crews from Stanford Hose Company extinguished the blaze, discovered by Mrs. Maynard Spite. The building is owned by Ralph Heath of Park Street, and 16 firemen responded, returning to the station after about a few minutes.
The Board of Tax Revision and Appeals continued hearings on property assessment appeals amid many no-shows. Only 13 appeared though several cases involved multiple appeals, with Miller noting progress and hopes to finish by next week. Names of those absent were discussed for future action.
Secretary of Defense Wilson told the House Armed Services Committee he saw no need for major changes in U S armed forces short of war. He outlined plans for a qualitatively improved force, emphasized nuclear energy and guided missiles, and projected Army and Air Force manpower shifts through mid 1966 amid Formosa tensions and broader defense objectives.
In Harrisburg Gov. George M. Leader pressed for powers wide enough to abolish or consolidate large state departments. Democratic leaders warned such authority could create unnecessary magnitudes of power. Legislation would limit reorganizations to below the bureau level, with three agencies now controlled by Republicans potentially affected. The House cleared the reform bill for debate next week amid discussions of temporary tax measures to fund school subsidies and relief programs.
Judge Herbert A. Mook granted a continuance in a Warren County versus Spartansburg custody suit involving Harold and Violet Jewell and George and Eola Findtysayn. Hearing set for Tuesday February 2 at 9 30 am in Meadville Court House. Jewells seek custody of two children aged 7 and 8. custody previously deemed temporary. SixJewell witnesses testified including Roberta Imhoff and five family members from Corry. Counsel Pepicelli cited one more witness unable to appear. Also, Judge Mook postponed ruling in another case after an extensive hearing on temporary custody of a 19 year old. A writ of habeas corpus petition was filed by Lawrence D Wheeler of R D 2 Cochranton against his former wife. Noted etcher Nicholas Dunphy of Carlifornia died.
Payors from Cleveland report Dr Paul L tite of California university declares the Sheppard case not cloned and plans to return West Canat after a pending three day probe into Marilyn Sheppard July 4 murder. Dr Kirk, hired by defense, says private investigation proceeds with some findings. He spoke after a county court visit with Dr Samuel H Sheppard, sentenced to life for second degree murder. tests discussed at the lakefront home where the pregnant woman was killed.
The Promotion Committee of the Retail Merchants Division of the Chamber of Commerce announces Thursday Friday Saturday February 3 4 5 will be observed as Dollar Day citywide. The sale involves most local retailers with Leo Al as promotion chairman issuing letters to members and ads to appear in The Journal during the week of January 8.
Erie County Criminal Court heard a review for Ralph Hoge, the 19 45 murder convict. Psychiatrists testified on whether Hoge should remain at Farview State Hospital or be returned to the state penitentiary. Judge Laub ordered continued confinement at the hospital pending further assessment by doctors.
Corry marks National YMCA Week with varied city events and church partnerships. The Corry YMCA board, led by Orlo A. Ewing and others, plans a new building while detailing club meetings and junior Y activities across schools and community spaces.
The House approved a Formosa defense policy 409 to 3, sending the measure to Senate committees for action. President Eisenhower supports a resolution for advance approvals for any military action and aims to keep Quemoy out of Communist hands.
The State Department faces doubt over granting travel permits amid a tense global situation. Reports say relatives of airmen and two civilian employees were invited by Reed China’s premier to visit, highlighting heightened sensitivity to travel to Red China and nationalized concerns.
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