13 Jun 1956
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1956
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR text shows unclear phrases about ties and bids, with no complete names, dates, places, or actions to identify a full event. Reads like garbled snippet from a public record or notice, lacking verifiable details for a confident summary.
Police investigate a fatal Brooklyn cave incident where earth collapsed during an excavation near an underpass. Six children aged 7 to 11 perished, with several siblings among the victims as rescue workers and frantic relatives crowded the scene.
U S Steel mine remains shut as transportation workers refuse to move gear. United Mine Workers vote to end the walkout but some crews report for duty while a miner, Lloyd Myers, is in critical condition after an accident. A company spokesman says drilling requires the use of a crane and safety protocols.
The House committees on UK American activities voted to begin contempt proceedings against Paul Robeson for failure to provide passport details. The committee released testimony from New York attorney Leonard Bouin and referred the matter to the Justice Department for action on possible expulsion from the Communist party.
Harrisburg lawmakers hear the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission chair say toll changes are postponed to November 15. McSorley notes surveys may extend into October. Senate committee pushes for the original plan earlier, with proposed increases for DUtoMobile tolls and trip counts. The delay shifts earlier July and May targets, leaving final fate uncertain.
Four Republican senators, Mulrict of South Dakota Pine of Maine Bridges of New Hampshire and others, say Eisenhower will run if he can. They note mounting support and say his candidacy remains possible despite questions about a second term.
Columbus residents report a goat missing from near his home. Police respond to an afternoon call about a resident claiming his goat had been taken on June road Hud ttneddip HE Corry. Officers investigate the claim and locate the animal with no injuries.
The motor ship Sit silty Magis arrived from Pokesbina yesterday on the Nietupalden voyage.
The text notes proposed increases in road funding in 1956, with amounts doubled yet questioned for sufficiency. It discusses state appropriations, local matching, and anticipated receipts to cover street and paving projects. Officials estimate total needs around 1 110,800 with state funds covering about 1 000 and local hard costs remaining.
A fragmented notice outlines a Flag Tribute set for tomorrow at Harborcreek featuring a speaker and organized by the local Chamber of Commerce. The program includes invocation by Rev. Wilcox, a musical sequence, a pledge, and benediction with community sponsors and a pledge of support.
Buenos Aires reports continued pursuit and swift executions after a weekend rebellion against President Peron. General Rayl Tanco and General Juan Jose Valle were among leaders executed by firing squad, as authorities claim key conspirators were captured or killed. Unofficial sources note Valle’s death at a penitentiary. the government cites martial law and purges to suppress ongoing resistance.
Police confiscated 3022 calibre rifles and pellet guns from two youths in the west end during a rampage that damaged telephone facilities. Dennis Beardsley, 18, was questioned and released with no involvement found. Olin M. Poley, 19, of Conheaut Ohio, was to report for questioning. the case prompted city officials to urge responsible behavior amid recent district damage.
Unclear OCR text describes plans to buy ships to boost exports and rail industry figures. Mentions Walker Tuony as president of Ohio Railway and a joint effort by a corporation to promote export trade on a broad scale. Names and several phrases are garbled, leaving uncertain specifics about dates and entities.
A Cincinnati four story brick building on Reading Road U.S. 42 suffered a subterranean blast that killed Robert Swarts, 31, and injured 14 others, three critically. A two month old baby, Dorothy Miller, was among the seriously hurt with a fractured skull. Bud Marrs, 25, and Mike Rilly, 48, are named among the severely injured. The blast shattered the building housing seven families and fire officials warned of possible further collapse.
The last British soldier left Suez Zone at dawn, ending 74 years of occupation. Brig. Lacey handed over the harbor house at Port Said as 10 officers and 80 men sailed to Cyprus aboard the Evan Gibb. The Union Jack was lowered, and Egyptians assumed control of key bases with Britain reserving a five year option to return if regional powers threaten. The canal remains under the operator ship, with Egypt preparing celebrations and displays as Cairo and Alexandria mark the withdrawal.
The National Academy warns that waste from industrial plants and nuclear activity may carry latent radioactivity. A 20000 word study calls for immediate steps to guard against all radiation sources, including nuclear tests and power production. It urges a medical and reproductive exposure history for individuals and cites potential radiation limits by age.
Five people were treated at Corry Memorial Hospital yesterday and today. Robert Robinson of 123 Park Street had a foreign body removed from his left eye. Kern Sanford, 29, of Random Raid, sustained a laceration to the right elbow while opening a window and the pane broke. Charles Fleming of Mottstro reported a fall injuring his right elbow and undergoing x ray observation before release. Ernest N. Dirk, 95, of Clymer, suffered a laceration to his right wrist from a piece of iron. Elian M. Taylor, Gib, and Mr. and Mrs. George Taylor were discharged after treatment. she sustained a fracture of the right shoulder with details incomplete.
In Moab Utah two Uranian prospectors capsize a boat on the Colorado River. Charles J Robinson 43 from Hot Springs Arkansas is rescued after eight days in the wild. He pounds berries and lizards and loses about 42 pounds. A companion Bert Walder 52 of Lone Beach is saved after a long overland trek of nearly 100 miles. Deputies in Utah piece together the dramatic escape as search parties pursue the incident along the rugged river course.
Ten Republican senators endorsed President Eisenhower's call for increased foreign aid funding. They urged fellow lawmakers to support his leadership for peace as Senate action on a $3.8 billion foreign aid bill moved ahead behind closed doors.
Washington reports President Bivoth discussed Cain's proposals amid Senate scrutiny. Cain, a Republican and former Washington state official, faces possible removal from a $215,000 post as critics press for changes. The briefing notes concerns over anti-democratic actions and due process in government inquiries.
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