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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jun 02, 1955

Page

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Ford Walkout Averted As Union Studies New Proposal

Detroit—UAW postpones strike to study Ford's latest offer including a potential 55 million dollar fund and stock purchase options. Walter Reuther pledges action Monday if no satisfactory settlement, while auto talks shift from Ford to GM expectations.

Reuther Associated Press Detroit Detroit News Ford Motor Co CLO United Auto Workers Ford United Auto Workers Union UAW Genevial Motors Corp Walter Reuther Cio-Daw Cal Stetlato Stellato Unes

Beaver Furniture Store Fire Causes $200,000 Loss

A Beaver Pa furniture store in the heart of the business district was destroyed by fire yesterday with damage estimated over $200,000. Nearby businesses suffered smoke and heat damage as fire crews from Beaver and four neighboring communities fought the blaze.

Beaver Dt. Anderson Furniture Third Street E. A. Moore Whro Firenet Thom Beaver

Plan One Unit For Air Defense Of North America

Montreal report quotes Air Marshal Slemon urging a unified U S Canadian air defense command. He notes progress toward a single over all unit with headquarters at St Hubert and U S command at Colorado Springs. He says military steps have begun though political approval remains in doubt.

N. America Associated Press Montreal Canada North America CR. Siemon U. S Air Defense Command United States St. Hubert Here Colorado Springs Colo

Stevenson urges federal aid for private health plans and schools

Former Democratic candidate Stevenson calls for government subsidies for private prepayment health plans and for assistance to medical schools. He spoke at the dedication of New York University Bellevue Medical Center’s $10 million Medical Science Building, urging long term, low interest funding to expand private coverage and research without imposing costs on individuals. He argues government help is needed to remove restrictive laws and to prevent domination while expanding medical service access.

Associated Press New York Adial E. Stevenson Stevenson Winds Fies Stevens Son Twitfin Bravennon

Snake market opens in Rock Hill amid copperhade demand

A local market in Rock Hill introduces new serpents for religious services. Vendor Joe Powonnu emphasizes copperhade and Tuttesakes as preferred species.

Snakes Rock Hill 5. c Joe Powonnue Mikes Tisker Sein Réligiouis

House to Okay Boost in Truck Weight Limits

Harrisburg report on a plan to raise truck weight ceilings from 45 000 to 60 000 pounds and single axle limits from 20 000 to 29 400. The measure, drafted by the Pennsylvania Motor Truck Association, faces House passage amid backers optimistic about broad approval.

Associated Press Harrisburg House Bobyt Pennsyvania Albert S Headiiger House Mote Veneral Committee Mieh If Tilroads Pennsylvans State Chamber of Commerce Pennsylvania Motor Trick Association Senate West Virginia Line Sharon Stroudeberg Philadelphia Allergheny Berks Delaware Lackawanna Luzerne Montgomery

House set to speed postal pay raise in Congress action

The House Post Office Committee moved to approve a Senate bill raising average postal worker pay by about 8 percent retroactive to March with a minimum six percent increase for all, boosting payroll by roughly 164 million dollars a year. Chair Murray said the House would push the measure next Tuesday, with broad support expected.

Imma Washington House ‘Post Office Committee Murray Post Office Committee Senate Congress Civil Service

Peace Feelers In British Rail Strike Amid Turmoil

UK Railway strike continues as Eden’s cabinet debates government moves to end walkout affecting Seaports and industry. Labour unions demand wage increases while the government backs emergency measures and pacifying talks with the TUC and rail workers.

Loren Gontmills Tiritaln Mister Ede Siilly Dumait Eden Cbiefly Powerfl Britintt Trades Union Congress Hriligt Juboris TUC Kurlkes Picye Dbs Seversmitth

Stores Close For Arthur Colegrove Rites

Leo Ui president of the Corry Chamber of Commerce asked merchants to close their establishments from 3 to 4 p m Saturday to honor the late Arthur Colegrove and allow friends and associates in the business life of the community to attend the funeral services.

Arthur Colegrove Leo Ui Corry

PSEA President Speaks in Corry During Year-End Meeting

The PSEA president addressed about 75 Corry Area teachers at a year-end luncheon in the Corry High School cafeteria. He outlined bills in committee and discussed teacher pay, salaries, and education goals while recognizing retiring educator Marion Gage and honoring longtime staff with gifts.

Skul Pennsylvania State Education Associaion Corry Terrors Association Egroup Ctteteria Corry Area PSEA Bkala Hardishire Hir Lsd Bluln Dean School Columabus Chaiman Wasoolution Charles Warner James Harper J. M- Doughis Harpers Toonteichers Association Manton Gage Gage May McGortick Bertina Moray Ruby Stump Garry School Systin Duc Edinboro Civehers College Way Township

Washington selects site for defense mobilization plant

Fragmented OCR reports a proposed site in Ohio near the Western horizon of Pennsylvania for a major defense mobilization facility. Officials reference a sizable $84,061,000 project funded by the Office of Defense Mobilization with strong ties to Pittsburgh interests.

FOI Washington Beaver Office of Defense Olym

Trooper Killed On His Day Off In Warren

State Trooper Edgar P. Leonard 28 of Warren died when his car left a highway near Warren on a Memorial Day pass. Investigators say he failed to negotiate a curve, crashed into a guard post, and the car burned. He was returning from duty at the Butler Barracks. He is survived by his mother, Mrs. Robert Jainen of Warren. Funeral arrangements not set.

Pennsylvania Warren Edgar P. Leonard Butler Barracks Caliteo Mld Leone Ard Leonard Warren County Ed C Lowrey Lancey Wein Amit Leonard Hurse Warren General Hoopla Nei Warren City Wrve Kor Fook Bik Bute Police Hetahey Warton High Sajal Hik Robert Jaynen

Erie Man Faces Two Charges After Daring High Speed Stop

Police say Jonathan Aplin of Erie drove 36 mph in a 25 mph zone and was stopped in Columbus street area. He was cited for speeding and for possessing a stolen license plate, with information filed for additional charges pending.

Columbus Nverine Shadywypnoe Hate Street Hewim Jf Halstro Jonathan Aplin Olr Eri Diko Vic Hibi Benny Auhourn Bing Corts Abr Ville Harley Drake

Woman Sentenced to Life for Poisoning Four Husbands

A district court in Tulba, Ola, convicted Griindma Nane ilu Dok after she admitted giving rat poison to her four husbands. Judge Wimner advised the defendant that she faced a life sentence or possible immunity options. The case details include the ages of victims and the prosecution’s charges.

Amdocsey Naneilu Dok Tatolsun Te Tolle Gumbel Pulley Wimner Advis

Red China's prisoner release talks studied in Geneva

U S officials report a Geneva discussion aims at early release of some Chinese prisoners, tied to Beijing’s formula. State Department spokesmen note limited group releases and ongoing talks, with conditions on repatriation and access for detainees who wish to stay.

Associated Press Washington UB Heyst Heir Hast Peare Contepenre Geneva Red Chine Spoken I & Grievation Nispovermment Kod Records Morvley Broadea Tor Ulb JettHlers Kristin Meo Bi Weaters Diplomite St Wnidl Writen United States State Department Department Meniry Suva Tld Telervnice Ly Jie Genera Pratkitny Gowen Suydam Chinn China Gmeva Red Chinn Chitamaine Jay Ieney Korea

Building collapses in Dallas. three dead and many injured

A downtown building collapse in foggy conditions killed three workers and injured several others. Rescuers dug through rubble as witnesses recounted trapped victims and chaotic efforts. A 65 year old man, Carl Miller, was fatally injured in another early incident nearby.

Dallas Rash Ben Tulling Charles Morris Kore EH Mint Lulkef Clofzitns Alvis B. Simmons Sid William Kirby Misa Mary Herry Daltia Garl Vogel Pittamrch Carl Miller Pitaburgh

Freed American Fliers Detail Two Years Imprisonment

A war time account describes the two years spent in prison by American airmen. The Health Service announces initial vaccine shipments and future supplies under revised standards. Details on facility locations for the research remain undisclosed.

Washington Childpett and Sepview Ducortin Morinierd Elbe Putmhin Moare Ga Fiinaville Tom Alice Tally Cor Parke, Bayin and, CO Detroit Health Service

Penelec Opens New Service Center in Erie

Penelec unveils a modern Service Center at 1 S44 Evans Road Erie designed for its Northwestern Pennsylvania operations including Erie, North East, Corry, Meadville and surrounding areas. Open house hours are 1 to 9 p.m Friday and 1 to 9 p.m Saturday. The center aims to speed service for over 6 000 customers and house more than 300 employees with air conditioned offices and advanced systems.

Pétinisyvania Evans Road Erie Pennsylvania Electric Company Penelec Albloh North East Corry Meadville Kenneth Ut Isher Pilottf Np Mjre Northwestern Pennsylvania Tocution Divic Aion Almo Lata Peneleo

Four American fliers freed after two years in Chinese prisons

Four U S airmen held by Communist China for over two years were released and reunited with families. They described long periods of solitary confinement and lack of letters, and thanked officials for securing their freedom. They claimed they were coerced at times but remained steadfast against brainwashing attempts.

U. N Associated Honolulu Ray Hansmarakjould Fischer Swen Cole Edwin Teller Wynne— Wood Anaid Chile Chieewin Mip Tyre Lyle Camerous Tincoln Roland W. Parks Omaln Drinewneh Fey Wischer Bory Smith Smith Mdi

New Post Office Hours Revised This Week

The post office operations will shift to new hours effective this week. Window service remains mostly the same on weekdays while some windows extend to 12 noon or 8 0, with Saturday afternoons open for the Doug Store substitute location.

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