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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1956
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR notes show a Bay area item with references to an athletics event and possible attendance. Readable terms include Bay Alp, Lo, and atte, suggesting a local club or meet. Further details unclear. summarize limited available names and place hints.
The Associated Press reports a heated campaign dynamic as Eisenhower faces Republican splits over foreign aid. Democratic leaders like Humphrey and Sparkman push for changes, while Harriman criticizes the administration. Republicans defend the president amid ongoing steel strikes and political maneuvering ahead of key conventions.
The YMCA Board requests year additonal 400000 to complete the Pittsburgh YMCA building project. After bids exceeded expectations, directors consider redesign or lower material quality to reduce costs while seeking public support and input.
Two freighters Estoril and Maxila collided in thick fog about 450 miles east of Boston. All crewmen were saved after distress calls. Estoril home port Phnum Penh. both ships sustained damage, rescued by Magella.
Westbury New York authorities report FBI forces intervened in a dubious holding against will case involving a baby and a ransom demand. Federal authorities seized control days after the incident, with investigators citing evidence the child was moved across state lines. Local police, reacting to frantic reports, coordinated with federal agents while the child’s mother faced ongoing distress and uncertainty.
In Thira Athens tremors rattled villages causing damage and evacuations. Queen Frederik and King, amid panic, watched the sea as builders reported destruction. Greek authorities and aid ships moved to assess Patmos and nearby islands while rescue teams sought survivors.
The Jewish group here announced new officers and discussed plans to wind up an appeal seeking 38,500 in donations. Officials including secretary Gono and others outlined upcoming events and holiday observances.
In Moscow the two nurses of the Supreme Soviet announced unanimous approval of a Moscow appeal to World Parliament proposals, urging support for arms tests amid a broader agenda. The session featured high level officials and ministers, with delays and speculation about timing and significance.
A senate committee reported no justification for increasing Peninsular York Turnpike tolls. The five senator panel urged the Joint Government Commission to study administration and report findings to the legislature. The plan included revisions affecting passenger cars and trucks, with potential bondholder impacts and references to the Delaware River Extension and related bridge projects.
Bulletin from Harrisburg reports a government policy clarifying wartime duties and actions. The notice notes a fixed date for a key enforcement measure and mentions official departments and numbers tied to the decision. The language emphasizes order, national effort, and readiness across bureaus.
Washington report shows Representative Taber reversing his aid stance and urging a boost to foreign aid by about 1.4 billion over a year. Republicans suggest a potential late shift on a three to four billion dollar bill while Eisenhower faces cuts and Dulles warns of harmful effects.
Police probe the death of Nancy Dickson wife of Wally Dickson radio announcer at their Edgewood villa. Dickson found his spouse with two bullet wounds and a fractured skull. investigators report two men Frank Mulick and Theodoris Dowley with the couple from 8 pm to 12:30 am Monday. Coroner's pathologist notes two bullet wounds and skull fracture. Wallace Dickson questioned, polygraph test given but results inconclusive.
Democratic party officials in Harrisburg decided to delay appointing a new county chairman. The executive committee ruled Conway ineligible for next election and named no immediate replacement while a special election is planned within two weeks.
Bradford Republican Rep. Albert W. Johnson accuses the Lawler administration of backing a plan to substitute the Sharon to Stroudsburg route for Route 6 under the Eisenhower road program. Johnson says the change threatens Pennsylvania’s vital Route 6 corridor and could costly ly divert traffic from the Pennsylvania Turnpike, calling the proposal an injustice to northern counties. The Sharon Stroudsburg plan would create the Keystone Short Route linking New York and Chicago.
A White House spokesman said letters circulating in wartime Europe urge the United States Army to quit Germany and for a military withdrawal. The letters allegedly promote an independent Germany and appear linked to a broader anti Allied campaign. The exact origin and intent remain unclear amid speculation they may reflect neo-Nazi or extremist agitation.
A Raymond worker suffered severe burns when a mismixing of a water solution boiled in a cleansing tank splashed him. Tack Weidner, 63, of Spartansburg is hospitalized and may lose sight in one eye. A second employee, Welter, poured the solution and was treated. he is recovering.
Second Ward homeowners press for relocating the city warehouse on Raymond Avenue. They want the facility moved out of the ward or city, arguing it uglifies the neighborhood and blocks proposed development. Neighbors claim razing could free land worth about 7000 for a new garage and storage quarters. City Council motions unclear as petition expected at upcoming meeting.
Washington press conference quoted Secretary of State John Foster Dulles urging the Soviet Union to grant full independence to its satellite nations. He warned that only robust democratic institutions within the Soviet system can counter despotic power and that the world will watch the outcomes of current Soviet policy.
The month so far has been unusually wet and cold with record rainfall. Through July the total neared 2.47 inches in a single night, and the overall July total surpassed prior marks. The coldest July since recordkeeping began, with daytime highs not rising above the mid sixties, was reported as a key note. A weather conference with Gov Harrisburg was shifted to Pittsburgh for this week with planned meetings tomorrow.
Federal mediators meet management to set stage for talks with United Steelworkers as a strike paralyses U S steel output. John A Stephens heads U S Steel Industry negotiators while Chief mediator Joseph F Finigan says talks are grave but bargaining, not government imposed, will end stalemate. David J McDonald says union is ready to bargain though strike was industry driven.
Washington report to Congress details government owned surplus goods disposed of under the Agricultural Trade Development Act of 1955. About 959 million dollars were shipped abroad in the first half of the year, with roughly 1.2047 billion contracted or donated. Trade programs include barter, donations, and welfare aid. some commodities remain held valued near a billion dollars.
Mrs Bera wins the powder puff derby in an event held in California. The race saw notable performances from runners including turnout by Pal Berry and others.
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