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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1957
Page
6
Officers said Mead Park Girl Scout camp was broken into last Friday with a window smashed for entry. Patrolmen reported vandalism overall, and several youths in the area are being questioned as part of the investigation.
A liquor store in New York reported a telephone stickup attempted by a man with a gruff voice. Clerk Herman Chernow, 50, described the caller as ordering him to move to the back of the store and implying a robbery by appointment.
Rep W Stray Helm speaker of the House defended the 1957 Legislature during a fiery address to the people. He said the session achieved major goals and rejected calls for an apology to Gov Leader, accusing him of waste and tax increases. Senator Burr criticized tax exemptions and revenue estimates revised upward by Leader.
A Pittsburgh South Side street crash saw a loaded work truck skid, hit a car, and slam into a three story dwelling on Harry street. Driver Norman R. Palmer, 40, unhurt. Leonard Wall, 27, vehicle operator, treated for shock. House owner Mrs. Johia Czlapinski, first floor unoccupied. A separate incident notes a store cash theft of 107 dollars observed by an onlooker Chernow after a retreating suspect.
Washington reports say President Elvetris intends Ralph J. Cordiner to replace the current defense secretary. The article notes Charles B. Wiliuring plans to depart when Congress adjourns, and mentions Dwight D. Eisenhower in connection with the decision.
Ex boxer Gi gante is believed sought as the gunman in a May 2 Costello shooting. Police say 30 year old Gigante is the prime suspect though Costello did not name him. Deputy Police Commissioner Arm confirms Gigante is wanted for questioning in a routine investigation.
Police say teenage hot rodders around Pottsville Pennsylvania tune into police radio to track patrols. They move fast between locations during weekends, using radio-equipped cars to stay ahead of law enforcement.
A man attacked a family last night, prompting police to fire. Officers encountered him at his mother's home where he allegedly lunged with a knife before shots were fired. He was wounded seriously. another officer reported a withdrawal attempt and a struggle at the scene. One suspicioned drink prior to incident.
A 1957 Audit Bureau of Circulation study reports U.S. and Canadian newspaper circulation rising by 1,698,274 copies from 1996. The survey covers 239 papers, with the average issue total around 11,810,505 copies. Forty reports reflect the period, and 24 papers posted notable gains.
A Italian Communist Party delegation led by Assistant Secretary Luigi Longo departed Rome by plane yesterday for Moscow to hold talks with Soviet leaders Jaud 215 indicated as the meeting point.
The funeral service for Mrs. Eff Wetherbee was held yesterday at the Torrey and Hays Funeral Home in Spartansburg. Rev. Donald Rettger of the Spartansburg Baptist Church officiated with burial in Whitney Cemetery. Bearers were Alvin Dyne Gerald Wetherbee Albert Fuller Frank Ehrhart Glenn Cook and Fred Burlingame.
Erie County reports June bond sales totaling 754 607 up from 735 007 in 1956 with gains driven by increased activity in surrounding counties Forest County saw a drop in other counties Crawford and Warren show mixed results James Kepler Davis chairs Forest County while John Harper leads bond efforts there J Hopkins presides in another county Harry W Conarta is vice chair in that county
Wonils sales in the state for June surpass the first half goal for 1957. Last month sales hit 329 units while the six month total reached about 600, with Pennsylvania’s 1987 target cited as a comparison.
Edward Martin of Pennsylvania backed a civil rights bill motion in the Senate while Joseph Clark of Pennsylvania supported the opposition. The motion to amend and report back in seven days failed 54 to 35 with Chik voting against the motion, leaving civil rights action unresolved.
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