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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1955
Page
1
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West German Chancellor Adenauer convened his cabinet to study Moscow's surprise invitation to visit. He declined comment, while Speaker Gerstenmaier backed resuming diplomatic relations. The Socialists and opposition debated how a meeting might affect German unity. Adenauer planned a U.S. trip next week to meet Eisenhower and Dulles.
Opening night at the Columbus Firemen's Festival drew a crowd but the weather cut into turnout. Organizers expect stronger attendance tonight and throughout the week. Major attractions include the Holly and Frame shows with rides for children and adults, an aerial net act on an outdoor ladder, and the Corry Jujets dunking booth. Food and concession tents are operating, marking what officials say is the largest festival held.
President Eisenhower expressed utmost confidence that West Germany's Chancellor Adenauer will stand by the western world in dealings with Soviet Russia. He noted Moscow's invitation for Adenauer to visit Moscow to discuss diplomatic and trade relations and said the decision to accept rests with West Germany alone.
The Senate voted 80 to 25 for an omnibus housing bill to extend federal programs for a year and authorize 125000 low rent units over four years, far above the President's proposal. The measure includes four billion dollars for private mortgage insurance, more FHA authority, and programs for military housing, elderly housing, student housing, farm housing loans, and smoke abatement.
The Pennsylvania House backed a measure to raise truck weight limits from 45 000 to 90 000 pounds and add a 1 year 1.0 billion boost in road fee revenue. The bill moves to the Senate with a goal of Governor action within weeks, aiming to align state policy with federal highway aid plans.
Heavy rains threaten the Wear Frederick street sewer replacement in Wylie. Engineer Don D Williams warns complications loom as a large section of pipe is removed and an open ditch carries sewage and storm water. Braces and steel piling support the eroded trench while a concrete base is poured. water and gas services to nearby homes are shut off pending completion.
London reports a widening bid to end Britain’s railway and dock lockdowns as Sir Brian Robertson negotiates with 67 000 engineers and 20 000 dock workers. The Trades Union Congress pushes for immediate talks, while Eden hesitates until unions acknowledge a plan for wage talks and negotiations.
An old National Guard dinner was revived last night at the State Armory on East Washington Street. Battalion Commander D. W. Meise led the event with Maj. Thomas Knox and others. remarks by Mayor Hurlbut and Col Meare followed a brief armory inspection.
United Steelworkers push wage demands on Bethlehem, Republic, and U S Steel with talks set for today. McDonald resists, observers estimate 26 cent rise, average earnings $233 annually. Deadline for settlements targets August 30 with potential strikes looming if talks stall.
A new cement block addition to Roberts Outlet, run by Charles Roberts, rises west of the existing store in Columbus. The expanded space will house a large display of household furnishings and home appliances, with the former area devoted to furniture. Grand opening runs through Saturday with door prize drawings and gifts for all ages.
In a prison riot at St Louis city a large tear gas deployment and police action broke up the disturbance. Inmates damaged windows and mattresses while more than 100 guards contained the outbreak. a blaze was extinguished and two police officials were injured in the incident.
Surgeon General Scheele warned vaccine supply may lag as manufacturing remains a 90 day process. He stressed safety over speed citing revised testing standards and mandates for six licensed producers to meet new requirements before summer inoculations.
About 750 children registered for vaccination but delays and uncertainty stalled the program. The city school system decided to refund the $2.50 fee to parents as doctors and officials reassess vaccine availability and future scheduling.
Brotherhex of Railroad Trail says a nine day strike will date the nation s railroad system with 250 daily wage increases. WP Kennedy writes to the union s executive committee in Chicago while Washington considers a postal pay compromise and tax proposals endorsed by Pennsylvania labor leaders.
Edward Saloum Falward B Saloim of Corry received U S Patent No 92521 for a stacked disc type fluid filter with a reversible cartridge arrangement. The invention improves filter efficiency by maintaining a clean cartridge and allows easy installation and removal with noncorrosive materials and adjustable grain size. The device suits gasoline oil and water filtration and is designed for interrutt cohitiastiont engines.
General Motors appears ready to present a fresh contract proposal to the CIO United Auto Workers as talks stall near a deadline. Ford strikes continue at Rouge plant and other locations with demands for wage gains and improved benefits.
In a hearing before Alderman Melvin Cobbett, Corryite pleaded guilty to disorderly conduct. He was fined $10 in costs and a total of $737.50 in fines and charges, with payment arranged. A neighbor named Mira Manin CiuIson provided details about the case. Police indicated a warrant existed for Taylor, who surrendered at the station after learning of the arrest.
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