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11 Jun 1957
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1957
Page
1
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Fragmentary OCR reads like a brief sports item mentioning Ary, 1952, a two mile event, and references to timing or pacing. Names and precise details are unclear, but track context remains evident.
Corry school board reversed a prior decision and approved a summer music program after a delegation of parents led by Mrs Page Louderback and Arthur Burgess pressed for reconsideration. Ronald Rable of the music staff outlined details. new registration set for tomorrow and Thursday from 3 to 4 PM at the high school. rental arrangements to be discussed. at least 23 students required to start an eight week session for grades 4 through 12. cost estimated at 720 with 70 percent potentially covered by the state. superintendent L M Douglas noted state reimbursement requires prior approval.
Corry area athletic director and football coach Lou Hanna wins a six year contract uniting his multiple roles under one title. The deal guarantees a base salary plus stipends for coaching, teaching, and recreation duties, running September 1957 to September 1963. Ward members expressed disappointment, noting Hanna said the contract would be his last for some time, while two officials abstained.
Gangs of French students riot through Algiers smashing shops and attacking moslems in retaliation for a Sunday bombing that killed French people and wounded eight. A general strike closes banks and shops by noon while public transport slows and troops move in.
The athletic committee rejected Vic Cragg head basketball coach request for an additional seventh and eighth grade coach after he bypassed the athletic director Lew Hanna. All but one board member opposed the plan citing potential overreach and future demands.
Two local places were broken into last night or early this morning. A Dairy Queen on East Columbus Avenue was robbed of cash, candy, gum, cigarettes, and a watchman readout. the burglar pried drawers, escaped with about six dollars, and cut himself on broken glass. The Nichols Lodge concession stand in Med Park was broken into with a window smashed. the thief failed to grab the cash box, leaving blood traces and a broken window. Police say both heists appear connected and may be the work of one person.
The Wright School and the adjacent Bates building will receive major construction before the new term. Plans call for relighting the entire facility replacing incandescent lighting with fluorescent units to reduce eye strain and improve study conditions. A survey by engineer Richard Yaple supported by the school board led to bid preparations, but the process stalled as President Robert Ott urged action.
President Eisenhower, back at the White House, shows signs of improvement after a stomach ailment. An morning bulletin said he would not return to his desk immediately but may soon handle papers and brief staff. Photographers and reporters were briefly admitted as he greeted them in good spirits, with hopes of progress noted by aides.
A mixed train freight hit a truck near Vroman West of Rocky Ford killing 12 aboard the vehicle and injuring several others. Driver Sylvester Licano of Rocky Ford among the dead, as reported by radio station KBNZ. The incident occurred at a Grade crossing near the entrance to Tint a Quarter west of Vroman.
Arch Lautere an internationally known stage designer and professor of speech and drama at Mills College for 11 years died Sunday in Oakland California. Born in Cha fitsalls Obvla, his death ends a notable career in theatre design and education.
Three teachers resign from the NoCar Cant Carry On Safe Driving program amid a meeting about summer driver training. Douglas reports local women show interest in driver training and a decision on a driver pool is still unsettled. A local dealer offered to rent a car for the district for the summer at 100 per day, but the board rejected the plan to avoid higher costs. Proposals that drivers supply their own cars were continued.
Civil rights legislation moves toward a House floor vote this week after debate closed yesterday and amendments opened. Southern opposition themes persist as the bill heads to the Senate, where past blockades by Southern Senators loom again. The measure aims to protect voting rights with federal injunction powers and potential juror trial guarantees in contempt cases.
Senate leaders moved toward a $3.25 resident fish license fee after Dent endorsed altering the House bill to keep a $2.50 fee, saying he backs the change as sportsmen influence was guiding the decision. The House had set a 75 cent increase as the option presented. Dent claimed support from sportsmen groups and expressed trust in the process even as officials signaled a decisive move.
Local minister received threats as Ku Klux Klan activity led to a burning crisis in Newton County. A caller warned the minister and family, while community leaders urged calm and moderation after the disturbing incident near the Five i had Wades area. The Rev. Mr. Nowtor condemned the threats, emphasizing restraint in the wake of the incident.
Highways Secretary Joseph J Lawler testified in Dauphin County Court alleging strained relations with Democrat McSorley while noting that Torrance and Evans faced conspiracy charges tied to a 10 percent commission scheme. He claimed whistleblowing on Manu-Mine payments and described drilling cuts in 1956 as costly to all parties. The cross examination covered his role as ex-officio Turnpike Commissioner and questioned the Mann Mine contract details.
Mead Park directors and Corry Junior Chamber of Commerce members discussed clearing undeveloped areas of Mead Park to install a youth playground. The project, funded by Jaycees and donations, aims for a $30,000 total cost with $15,000 for equipment and $15,000 for improvments, supported by local citizens and organizations.
A group signs up for a New York tour to sightsee and enjoy a weeklong trip fraught with travel details. The trip costs about 48 750 with included expenses as passengers plan to depart Friday morning. A tragic air crash near Connelsville results in a fatality. The carrier is identified as Pelle Viahesky, 58, with the body recovered near a river crossing.
Conservatives won the most seats in Parliament led by 61 year old John Diefenbaker after a campaign promising change, while Liberals under Louis St Laurent saw potential resignations as they failed to gain a majority. The tally showed Conservatives 110 to Liberal 103 with others closing the gap.
Lawyers for Army Specialist 3C William S Girard push a habeas corpus challenge to keep him from being tried in Japanese courts. The defense argues he was on duty when the incident occurred and a 1950 US Japan agreement places him under US court martial. Government and White House aides warn upsetting US policy could cause untold damage as Eisenhower backs the Japanese court path.
The Colby school committee defended its 1957 48 budget figure of 50 000 dollars as the anticipated revenue from income tax. The Journal has questioned the gap between the district figure and the city total of 448 000 dollars. The response noted the city taxes nearby communities not taxed by the district. Deputy figures include self employed and business filers. Reported disputes center on the number of taxpayers and city versus district responsibility.
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