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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1956
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR text hints at dairy cattle activity and farm terms. Mentions cows, spring forage, Barme forage, and dairy related items, with references to different names and places. Context remains unclear but indicates routine farm operations.
Grand Canyon scene widens as recovery crews race to reach the United Air Links plane wreckage and the TWA Constellation crash site. Winds hinder efforts, with officials citing treacherous conditions and forecasting more turbulence. Investigators work to determine collision causes and changes in visibility.
Unemployment claims rose in Cory and Union City as plants rehired workers. May to June figures show more new job openings and higher applications while a smaller share found work. Hensley notes fields in clerical and electrical services saw activity and lists demographics of job seekers and reasons some were not eligible.
A New Kehrington woman died when a truck crashed on Friday night. Police said the vehicle failed to stop at first, then passed a second time after inspection. Herbert J. Hogni of Ol City faces charges of involuntary manslaughter in Virginia Bayne's death. Police noted the truck passed inspection later, details unclear.
Reporting from Berlin and Vienna describes a massive three day uprising across Poland in which workers attacked officials, led to tanks and artillery deployed on the borders, and death toll estimates rise toward near 1,000. Authorities vow to hunt ringleaders while Western observers note narrowed demonstrations and heavy security in Poznan and nearby cities.
Franklin McSorley, chairman of the turnpike commission, says officials will seek a meeting with Joseph J. Lawler to discuss extending the cross-county pike under the interstate program. The governor is expected to join a private talks on timing and eligibility for federal support.
City council refused the sole paving bid and dropped the 1956 paving program. Officials debated feasibility and potential bond funding while considering a future contract and water service updates. Several council members urged caution on spending and emphasized procedural approvals, with votes detailing support and opposition.
Aero Supply Mfg Co unveils a new sector dedicated to design and manufacturing of aircraft engine components. William H. Kotterlin leads development and quality control efforts as the unit consolidates specialized parts production for aviation plants and testing systems.
A North Warren area crash fatally injured a driver and hospitalized several others. Witnesses describe a high impact collision that sent a car sliding and skidding across the roadway, with responders treating injuries and transporting victims to a hospital. Names and exact locations are obscured by the damaged text but the incident involved multiple residents and emergency crews at the scene.
Officials plan field inspections within the next month to verify financial reports. State authorities demand complete audited accounts and certified yearly reports under new act, aiming to curb fraud while stressing constructive service.
The Corry Area School Authority received a bid of 24040 for football field lights from the Tigfo Steelish Company of Erie. The bid covers six lights on each side of the field and an additional bleacher set, with alternatives from Tree Was and Playe Equipment Company under consideration. The authority plans a broader program near 24040 and has 24509 in the project fund plus 4000 from Beaver Club and 3000 from Autela Council.
The Chamber of Commerce committee approved a three day Old Fashioned Days event starting with a dinner on August 22. Activities include a queen parade and pageant, prize drawings, store open hours, and park entertainment. A potato festival adds to the lineup. no carnival this year to boost attendance.
Detectives investigated a fatal stabbing near the home of Algo Dixon, after Merl Esther Tumba, 80, was found with multiple stab wounds and died at Mercy Hospital. Police said Mrs Timner had threatened both him and herself prior to the incident. A bank report note appears in the same column about the currency comptroller’s weekly statement dated Saturday, June 20.
Alfred Buck Wilson, a 37 year old truck driver, died after being shot by Ohio patrolmen following a 12 day manhunt for his triple murder spree that began with the beating of his estranged wife. He toppled from a tree with two bullet holes in his chest and shotgun pellets in his arm, dying five hours later. He had talked briefly with his brother in law James Lawson before the confrontation, saying he intended to harm his common law wife Juanita, and his brother in law Andrew Brown. He had kidnapped 16 year old Nancy Worthington during his flight.
A joint statement by President Ramon Magsaysay and Vice President Richard Nixon announces full Philippine sovereignty over bases. The United States will transfer ownership papers for land used as military bases, except areas used for diplomatic and consular establishments. Nixon travels to attend the independence anniversary events.
June rainfall was 0.11 inches above average after a late storm, leaving the month at 4.61 inches in a dry trend. The 2nd had the heaviest rain with 0.80 inches, while the 6th brought a cold 40 degree low. The period included reports of atmospheric waves and pressure shifts linked to a suspected nuclear test near the Silk area, with authorities citing seismic signals similar to past events and a 15,058 figure tied to the inquiry.
Corry Chamber of Commerce appeals for funding to continue essential local efforts. Annual membership runs 35 dollars for a single, 25 dollars for other types, funding aims to sustain the bureau and daily chamber activities supporting businesses and professionals in the city.
Pittsburgh reports railroady and steel workers join nationwide strike as 23 000 union members walk off. Government labor mediator to open talks Thursday amid fears of rising unemployment if the walkout persists.
The Iron Age predicts a prolonged steel strike by 150000 United Steelworkers. Two weeks would bring major building chaos, four weeks inventories slip, eight weeks widespread disruption across steel users. Railroads cut output. 18000 initial layoffs announced. mediation talks set with Finnegan to resolve differences.
President Eisenhower plans high level discussions with Chiang Kai-shek of the Nationalist China regime. Vice President Nixon to attend, with White House aides preparing details while Eisenhower recovers and remains at his countryside retreat.
Area resident died in a West Virginia traffic crash after a single vehicle period loss of control. State Police reported the driver veered off the road and overturned onto railroad tracks. Early hospital admission details indicate the victim succumbed shortly after arrival.
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