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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 24, 1956
Page
1
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Reports say Floyd Wilson attempted to escape from Alcatraz twice, was found near the east water edge on the Rock after an intensive search, and surrendered when cornered. Warden Latimer confirmed the recapture as federal investigators pursued details of the breach.
Taylor Hiri Taylor, 25, of The West Hirsans street, was found guilty of disorderly conduct at a morning hearing before Alderman Grome Gordon. The hearing identified three persons who testified before the verdict. The defense denied the sworn testimony of officer Daniel Gorsei claiming the defendant and his wife were not intoxicated, and that he choked and bled. Police testified Taylor attempted to run when police entered his apartment and tried to jump stairs, necessitating restraining him. The hearing suggested a possible prior argument with the wife. Witnesses noted no bearing from unrelated witnesses. Gorski testified Taylor used profanity toward a local woman. The defense argued bystanders were not disturbed, so no offense occurred. Magistrate Gordon sentenced Taylor to $10 and placed him on parole. deputies later arrested him for parole violation and took him to county jail. A judge is expected to decide on the potential sentence. Taylor may be released on appeal. Both Taylor and his wife maintained he had not been drinking, though police noted signs of drinking.
A man who triggered a gas blast died today at New York City’s Queens hospital. The explosion occurred in a two story building, injuring others and leaving damaged rubble in the vicinity. Police say the blast was self-inflicted during a dangerous experiment.
Eisenhower's brother, a veteran educator and diplomat, was elected president of Johns Hopkins University. He previously led Kansas State College and Pennsylvania State University, with a career in government service dating to 1924 and roles in agriculture and international liaison.
New York reports representatives of major steel companies held closed door talks to craft a new offer aimed at ending the nationwide steel strike. Negotiators for the United Steelworkers of America joined discussions as union leaders warned of refinery and plant idle time, with industry price policy and wage terms under scrutiny.
At Parris Island a Marine testified he saw S. Sirh Matthew McKeon raise a bottle before leading Platoon 71 into a marsh for discipline. Pvt. David J. McPherson said he could not confirm a drink. McKeon faces general court martial for involuntary manslaughter and related charges after six recruits drowned in the April march. Witnesses described the unit as a goof off group seeking a "gung ho" image, while bitterness toward the instructor surfaced.
Pennsylvania Gas Company began a new round of hearings in Erie County Court House on a proposed 14 percent rate increase. Expert witness D Blood of Ebasco Services testified on replacement value and depreciation, highlighting a $54 million facility replacement value and a $21 million net value. City and county solicitors will challenge the testimony as further experts from Tivestors are expected.
The June cost of living hit a record high in the United States as consumer prices rose seven tenths of 1 percent from May. The Bureau of Labor Statistics put the June index at 110.2, up 1.6 percent from two years earlier, with food costs driving the increase. Worker pay and living costs showed gains, while wage data was disrupted by OCR errors.
Health Service announced that 17 states returned parts of allocated bulk polio vaccine. Seven of these waived rights to a new release totaling 722,244 doses, with Pennsylvania and Dr William Schrack overseeing allocations. Overall, 5,604,097 doses were allotted to other states and territories, with 4,60 doses licensed for export.
Senate opposition was stated as Congress acted on admitting Red China to the United Nations and authorized related food control, navigation, and public works projects. The package includes $1343,871.0 in funding, with total costs for water and land control projects estimated at over 1.2 billion dollars. construction requires further congressional appropriations.
Associated Press analysis reports Harold Stassen, special assistant on disarmament, publicly challenged Vice President Nixon's ticket and coordinated with unnamed Republican pollsters to gauge sentiment on running mates. Stassen claimed he acted to fulfill duty to party and country, warning the move could threaten his own political future.
GOP leaders pressed a bill amendment to the 4.11 billion foreign aid package seeking a ban on shipment of jet fighters and other new arms to Yugoslavia. Senators Knowland Bridges Smith and others supported the move, arguing to cut off arms while allowing older equipment and intel parts to continue.
Rainfall in Pittsburgh reached a record level with 7.91 inches in the three days cited, according to the Weather Bureau. Henry Raskwich of the Durrell station notes the period pushed total rainfall to 48 inches below previous highs, signaling a historic wet spell over the last four decades.
A 30 mile northeastern Pennsylvania turnpike extension will open by September 1, per commission chairman G Franklin McSorley. He expressed strong confidence as he discussed opening segments from Norris to Scranton and onward toward Wilkes-Barre, with about 40 miles of the 110 mile line completed. Bids, dates, and contractor names are referenced, with trustees noted for Shenandoah area schools.
Pennsylvan ia Turnpike Commission faces a debate over truck tolls after a survey by Michiel Byker & Associates urged realism. McSorley pushes for a realistic appraisal while the five member panel weighs Baker report guidance and potential toll changes.
Harrisburg reports a leader and 64 county chairmen meet to campaign on a record and to critique the administration. The event features Miss Gengyléye Blair and other party officials urging support for policies in mental health welfare education and broader state work.
Southern Democrats blocked a move by Northern colleagues to move the civil rights bill from the Senate Judiciary Committee. Senate Leader Lyndon Johnson protested the effort to derail orderly procedure. Senator Hennings sought to bring the bill to the full Senate, but faced unanimous-consent opposition from Senator Russell and other Dixie senators.
President Eisenhower signals support for Nixon’s renomination as Harold Stassen pushes Massachusetts Governor Christian Herter as a Nixon substitute. Polls reportedly show Herter could boost the ticket, while Eisenhower aides publicly resist the move. Stassen claims backing from unnamed Republicans and vows to press the effort, amid White House denials and ongoing convention tensions.
Mock bombing drills and civil defense notes described as forming a manageable plan. Emergency headquarters near Washington reported evacuations ongoing with many officials staying at distant inland locations for safety.
A banker named Edward Haubenstein faced a magistrate on charges tied to a $65,000 theft at the Corn Exchange Bank. The bank reported irregularities in audits, and investigators noted customer interest accounts and loan collections were affected during the period.
The Scruple Works Conspitive reports approval of a water project funding bill in Congress. Projections show cost around 4.82 million dollars with figures indicating substantial total work and potential spending across the program yesterday.
Pot ato Dinner tickets are on sale for a festival dinner to be hosted by Corey Aves Ali School in AUpUsE ynd. Dr Lemine Jackson of Penn State University will speak at 6 49 p m in the school cafeteria. Guest list includes Janet Mickinhaupt of Coury and festival royalty candidates. Tickets available from Polaty Growers Co operative office in Wb Uolon City or from Everett Johnson or OT Brseeon mm An Cony.
A garbled historic clipping notes deaths linked to tire failure near Pike. The fragment mentions authorities or investigators, a local firm, and a state official, but the precise details and names are unreadable.
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