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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jul 07, 1955

Page

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Fishing Boat Sinking Report Appears Hoax Hint

A Coast Guard inquiry into a radio report of a 21 man fishing boat sinking off Barnegat, New Jersey found no vessel trace or survivors after seven hours. Messages claimed survivors were aboard a submarine not American, prompting speculation of a hoax as officials pursued authenticity and continued search.

Coast Guard Associated Press New York New Jersey Whowx Amer Baston Sea Frontier Tom Blue Star Nancy Moran North Alantic Treaty Organization Norfolk Blue Stag Barnegat No J

Three Slayers Denied Appeals by Pardons Board

Pennsylvania four‑man Pardons Board denied clemency for three death row inmates Patrick A. Lance Elijah Thompson Jr and William Maxwell Jr with executions set for upcoming dates. Appeals and prior Supreme Court rulings noted while district attorneys objected to mercy. Board cited no explicit reasons for rejection as cases followed up from Beaver and Philadelphia counties. Also mentions advertising manager William O Perry obituary note.

Associated Press Harrisburg Pennsy Lvania State Patrick A. Lance Elijah Thompson, Jr Fom Beaver County Willian Maxwell Jr Philadelphia Chiless Nats Pardora Board Maxwell State Supreme Court Beaver Golinly Beaver Lance Stepaen Thos Thompson Helen Jean Bryant Kallinje Michael Arcumore

Eighth Reprieve Saves Three From Electric Chair

Three men convicted in the 1950 Slaying of a Reader’s Digest payroll messenger near New York City won an eighth reprieve from execution. Justice John M. Harlan granted a temporary stay as lawyers file further papers for review of their case. inmates are Harry Stein 56 Nathan Wissner 43 and Calmin Cooper 47. They robbed $4000.

Associated Press Ossining N.Y U.S. Supreme Court John M. Harlan New York Sing Sing State Court of Appeals Maurice Ede Kullim Nathan Kestenbaum Westport Conn Justice Harlan Harlan Supreme Court Weath House Harry Stein Nathan Wissner Calmin Cooper New York City Andrew Petrini

Area Man Jailed In Court Today For Suspended Driving

Judge Burton A Laub ordered Harry H Hellem of Tryonville to pay a 200 fine plus costs after pleading guilty to driving while suspended. He was stopped in Corry on June 26 and jailed until payment. Hellem faced a reckless driving charge to be handled with Aldermary Melvin & Cobbell. the suspension history and prior license losses were noted.

Burton A. Laub Harry H. Hellem Tryonville Corry Midge Tait Hellem Aldermary Melvin & Cobbell Hig Liicensie Harrisburg Earl 'Tiis Titusville Sageneharwen

Trash fire mistaken for blaze near Sparetnsburg

Stanford Hose Company members were alerted by reports of a large fire near Sparetnsburg. Chief Ray Laurie sent firemen with a portable radio unit in a private car to locate the blaze. The fire seen from Lawrence Airport proved to be a controlled trash burn south of the city. Fire starters planned further trash burning in the same area and expected to continue for several nights.

Stanford Hose Company Tnnsburg Ray Laurie Ina Lawrence Fie Acehe

Counties delay polio shot plan spreads across Pennsylvania

A Health Department poll of 54 counties shows only three favor resuming polio vaccination before school starts. Erie, Warren, Jefferson, and Bucks counties lean toward delaying, while Philadelphia and Allegheny show mixed stances. The survey, led by Dr. Willim Schrack, notes logistical hurdles for immediate restart and will be shared with state and national health groups.

Erie County Associated Press Harrisburg Pennsylvania Lion A Store Health Department Warren Jefferson Bucks Erle Erle Couty Willim D. Sehrack Department Health Conservation Burrenu Territorii T Hewith Officers Association Leeling National Foundation For Infantile Prat Gee Sehtack Philadelphia Allegheny Pound Uesste Philadel Penneymank Suhnols Schmck

State Overpays For Milk Says Governor

Governor claims state institutions pay too much for milk with potential savings of 300000 yearly if purchases align with federal pricing. Attacks Pennsylvania Milk Dealers charges and cites 6 cent per quart gap between state and federal institutions as proof of inflated prices. Attorney General Cohen backs findings and urges action to reduce cost via Milk Centre Commission adjustments.

Associated Press Harrisburg Leader Pennsylvania Herbert B. Cohen Leadey State Milk Centre Commission Commission

Airlift begins long troop swap with Japan mission

A two day airlift launches 43 C 124 aircraft carrying 24 journalists and 92 paratroopers each as 8 100 troops from the South Airborne Regimental Combat Team head to Ashiya Japan. The exchange aims to move 314 million passenger miles and marks the longest air movement of overseas units. General Chester E. MeCarthy and Lt David Brazel lead the operation, part of a rotating overseas unit replacement plan.

Associated Presa FT. Campbell Torig Japan Lawrence Wibel Minnelinha St. Paul Minny Second 124 Ted Bishop Ohe Jef al Boa United States South Airborne Ashiya WiUiki Cras W7ei Airborne Fork Brigg Chester E Meoarthy Portland Ore 18Th Air Force McCarthy Korea Mocarty McCarty David Brazel Carthage N.Y Travis Air Force Base Calif Hickhim Field Hawai Waketalana

Sawyer Buys Brooks Building in Center Street Move

Sawyer Buys Brooks Building at 202 North Center Street housing FE Brooks Photography Studio and Traffkne Photo as Brooks leaves for Erie September 1. Sawyer, a 12 year photographer, plans to offer framing processing color prints and a line of optics and cameras. Local deal includes Brooks backdrops and wedding portrait inventory.

Co “Fink Sawyer Center Street FE Brooks Brooks Erie Splémber 1St North Center Street Hewin Transnation Fearilg Gobbett Tel Rellors

Senate Starts Public Hearings On Reserve Plan

Senator Russell questioned the propriety of requiring veterans to carry the burden under a reserve program. The hearing debated expanding the reserve and the balance between active duty and reserve forces, with discussions on universal training and youth volunteer participation.

Senate Russell Washington Bennie Alnud Korea Ols CO Fussell Rinnell Keith Thomaon Wye Thomaon Pentagon Petiridtet Uy Thompson Jalth

AP News Briefs summarize mid-20th century items

AP News Briefs report US acceptance of half damages in a shooting down a U S Navy plane over the Bering Sea on June 2. The State Department sends a conciliatory note to the Soviets offering partial compensation as an axis for disposition of the incident. Other briefs note Gov Leader Vodmyi signed a law allowing execution of murderers with full imprisonment in Warren County and a State Department assessment accusing Communist China of violations in Korea and noting strengthened Vietminh firepower.

Washington United Slates Rial Ai Ameri- Gah Averie Bering Sea Staw Department Ile Barrisburg Vodmy i Pridons Inrera Warren County Norman Foot

Eisenhower Eyes Compromise on Five Major Bills

President Eisenhower signals willingness to compromise on five major measures including military, atomic energy, tolls, and housing aids. He prioritizes infrastructure, minimum wage, and development bills while not insisting on immediate action if it delays funding. He also hints at a self financing compromise bill to avoid adding to the federal debt and to support interstate road construction.

Washington Eisen Hower Oxtay Leila Hon Congress Nas GOP Dawdy

Guards confront revolt at Washington state penitentiary

Walla Walla guards refused to reenter the state penitentiary amid a two day revolt by prisoners who may have hidden weapons. An armed escort was requested as guards outside the walls faced assertions of danger. Warden Lawrence Gilmore Jr and state officials debated the next steps and a security plan while nine hostages were released and authorities sought a peaceful resolution.

Walla Walla, Wasl Bock Walla Walla Wash Prion Ba Natitutinn Poe Tie Ching Fam Stateipon Ny Rvottteaten Atnte Department Lawrence Gilmore Jr Tata Lawrence Delmondr Thine Fatrix Krycin Hmter Artur Bfuymats Helene Chirlee Simon Harris Promt Simon

City Dump Truck And Auto Collide

A dump truck driven by King, 02, of R.A. Corry collided yesterday morning with a vehicle driven by Victor A Froncek, 18, of RD 2, Curry. The crash happened when the dump truck began a turn onto Liberty Street from Penna valley while Froncek attempted to pass. No injuries were reported though damage to the right rear door and passenger side was noted. Estimated damage totaled 94079.

King R.A A Corry Victor A Froncek RD 2 Curry Folke Anid Libbity Stivot Penpaylvaiin pVventur Travelline Aoad Francek

Sherwin Williams to Open Paint Store in City

Sherwin Williams signed a lease for a new paint store at 27 North Canterbury Street, formerly Turnell's Men’s Wear. Curry Sayings Fund Lawn Association provides the loan. The store aims to be a full service color and finishes center with contractor services and finishes from interior to exterior. Remodeling is underway with a target opening around August 1.

Sherwin=Willnnn Co. lodny North Canter Street Turnell Curry Sayings Fund Lawn Association N Barrett Conera Reba Sherwin-Williams Idealors Corry Barrell Mh Barritt Auartars Nellides Barrett

Fisherman Cady Lands 40 Inch Musky on Chautauqua Lake

Ralph Cidy, once of Corryie now living near Oberlin, caught a 40 inch musky at Lone Pole on Chautauqua Lake while fishing at night under a full moon. The catch weighed about 28 pounds, marking an early season milestone for local anglers.

Cady Ralph Cidy Oberlin Huisbury Moon Lone Polok Chablauqua

Washington debate over China in the United Nations

An Ansocated Prem Washington report summarizes U Nu remarks and congressional responses on China’s U.N. admission. Rep. Richards and others call for disclosure of officials, while officials warn against replacing Nationalist China without U.N. charter obligations. Bridges notes opposition to de facto recognition amid fresh policy moves and possible international reaction.

Prem Washington Sen.friduen R-Nhiekoday U Nu Eohlands China U Nu Washington Teil Red Chin Benhower New York Nies U.N Prjier Cini Atte Conwrestas Corigrens United Nations

Cigarette Firms Shift Ads From TV to Newspapers Says Chief

Los Angeles report quotes Philip Mania Te chief O Parker McConne stating cigarette makers will move advertising from radio and television to newspapers, expecting ad space to nearly double next year. He argues dropping top rated TV shows leaves room for print ads and notes industry demand.

Los Angeles O. ‘Parker McConne Philip Mania Te Next Hie Newamen Penote Road Phily Morrie

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