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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jun 24, 1955

Page

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U.S. Steel plots move to avert looming wage strike

U S Steel rejects a 10 cent hourly raise offered by the CIO United Steel Workers. Talks continue behind scenes as the union rejects the offer and plans a possible strike at midnight next Thursday. Union leadership indicates demands exceed the proposed raise, with wage talks ongoing across the industry.

U.S. Steel Pittsburgh U. S. Steel Corp CIO United Steel Workers David J. McDonald DSW Bijy Steel McDonald Hich USW Bill Hateton Hammond Ind Gifford F. Hood U. S. Steel Hood U. 5 Steel John Stephens U. 8. Steel USB. Steel

Corryite Injured When Car Flips On Route 89

John M Kolstee, 25, of 224 Spring Street, was admitted to Corry Memorial Hospital after his 140 sedan overturned on Route 89 four miles north of Titusville. He sustained contusions and abrasions to the right forearm and hand. he was treated and held for physician approval. cause cited as losing control on loose gravel. State Police investigated.

Wee Rai Holsen

Defense Dept. Aide to Resign as Cabinet Shuffle Looms

Deputy Secretary of Defense Robert B. Anderson plans to resign in the coming months. A Pentagon notice said Anderson informed Secretary Wilson of his plan with no reason given and live plans undisclosed. Speculation centers on Reuben Robertson Jr. as likely successor, with others like Chiles, Talbott, and Gordon Gray also mentioned.

Defense Dept Associated Press Washington Robert B. Anderson Eisenhower Pentagon Yesterdhly Ande Defense Wilson Anderton Reuben B. Robertson Jn Champion Paper and Air Force Harold B. Talbott Gordon Gray Defense

Peron weighs cabinet reshuffle amid revolt fallout

Buenos Aires, Argentina President Juan Peron reviews a new cabinet lineup after a mass resignation and claims he remains in office due to the people's need. Diplomatic sources predict a military-heavy cabinet with at least four members, while he blames naval and marine officers for last week’s revolt and hints at broader political groups joining.

Associated Press Buenos Aires Argentina Juan Peron Prion Peron Percy Montevideo Uruguay Incliditix Angel Borlesielis Borlenight Agai Ebirged

Governor vows veto if sales tax passes in Pennsylvania

Harrisburg reports the governor pledges to veto any sales tax proposal while pressing for an income levy. He unveils a new plan for handling insurance and employee bonding to save at least 100000 dollars annually, and backs increasing the weight limit on tandem axle trucks to 60000 pounds amid highway concerns.

Associated Press Harrisburg Jose Clayton Moul York Leader

Ladder Alarm Proves False in Downtown Incident

Police and Stanford Hose Company responded to a false ladder alarm at the Cohen building near Buesink Porch Agency. Three fire trucks arrived as smoke was reported from a second floor apartment, but the door was locked and no fire was found. About 20 firemen cleared traffic and determined the ladder was unnecessary after a housewife warned of no real blaze.

Stanford Hose Company Sunex Keppel Cohen Buesink Porch Han Atarni Focal Diatelet Bitte Rudlig

Democratic plan probes social security tax hike

Washington Democrats discuss a future 1 percent Social Security tax increase to fund new benefits for older women and disabled workers. The proposal includes lowering retirement age and allows early work, with estimates suggesting a near 2.2 billion dollar yearly cost and a 7 percent rise in combined payroll taxes by 1958, possibly continuing to 1957 if funds risk red.

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Search for missing Richard Green continues at Ningira Falls

Area volunteers and Air Force base helicopters scoured Choutaugia Lake near Ningira Falls for body of 17 year old Richard Green of Dewittville. Divers retrieved trousers and a jacket from the lake while debris and an empty boat tied to the youth’s canoe were found, suggesting he may have fallen.

Ningira Falls Choutaugia Lake Richard Green Dewittville Mayville Central School Charles McConkeos Holt Bom Tannen Civalisish Youtie Green

Erie Bribers Seek Release in Pardon Request

Harrisburg Erie bribery case defendants petitioned the state Pardons Board seeking commutation of sentences. Damian J. McLaughlin, Erie County district attorney, pressed for clemency for most petitioners while opposing some. He cited bribery conspiracy tied to mayoral resignation and noted most prisoners face one to two year terms after five months served.

Associated Press Harrisburg Elwin Damian J. McLaughlin Guelhoise Ope Hinself Uwidse Bele Pace

Col Wilhelm Awarded 751 Monthly Pension for Life

The Pennsylvania State Retirement Board granted Col C M Wilhelm a monthly pension of 751.64 for life. Wilhelm, former State Police commissioner, was replaced by Col Earl M Henry and would have reached 40 years of service by December 15th, having contributed to the retirement fund since 1924.

Nice Harrisburg State Retirement Board Col C.M. Wilhelm Wilhelm Earl M. Henry

Rumor of Teacher Resignations Denied by Superintendent

In Corry Area public schools rumors that about a dozen teachers planned to resign were called exaggerated by Superintendent J M Douglas. He said only two resignations were received, one from Miss Mutry Lou Signorelli and a verbal one from John Kissman, with several others considered but not submitted.

Corry Area Sys J. M. Douglas Mutry Lou Signorelli John Kissman Signorelli Concord Kissman Shunlor High Realgn

Boy on Bicycle Collides with Police Car

Dame Mereroimbly and Mrs Ernest McMichael report a boy riding a bicycle struck a Westbound Delaware Street police cruiser driven by Officer Pil French. The impact caused brush burns and minor bruises with no damage to the vehicle. The boy was offered medical exam but declined, noting the child was only slightly injured and later in good shape.

Dame Mereroimbly Ernest McMichael Esaee Street

Scientist AEC contradict on Soviet A tests

Dr. Ralph Lapp asserts two supbomb tests by the Soviets occurred recently, while the Atomic Energy Commission says there is no evidence of major Soviet tests. He cites April and May events and says some scientists detected radioactive indications, but the AEC maintains no change in policy and notes previous Soviet test announcements dating back to 1951.

Lapp AEC Amoviated Washington Russia Ralph Amenda United Suite Wiglration Informisip Boviel AMG United States Rem

Corry Firm Bids Low on Erie Paving Job

Corry business Fred Ewing claims unofficially the lowest bid on Erie paving contract. Award confirmation expected next afternoon or Tuesday. Project covers Melroone Avenue from 0 to 36th, Paterson from Melroone to Washington, Mare from Kilmond to Washington, West 35th from Elmwood to Washington, West 40th and West 6th from Cherry to Maze, plus Liberty Street from 42nd to Peach and Rue Street from Beach to Greenwood. Streets Director Joseph Waleaile notes Liberty and 8th Street projects. work to start by mid July. Fort Worth publisher dies after rising from poverty to multimillionaire status, head of Fort Worth Star-Telegram lineage.

Fred Ewing Corry Erie Melrone Avenue Ath 36Th Streets Paterson F Avenue Melrone Washington Mare Avenue Klmwond Elmwood 42Nd 35Th Street West 6Th Cherry Street Maze Street Ewing 42Nd Street Peach Street Beach Street Greeigarden Boulevard Joseph Waleaile Agid Liberty Street 8Th Street Aboud

Clock Clock Old High Recalled in Corry Ownership War

Controversy over old Corry High School clock and its 1000 pound bell surfaces as the town debates who owns the historic timepiece after the sale of the old high school building for 440000. The clock was a memorial gifted by Mrs Martha Smith in memory of her husband Jason Smith.

Corry

Clock and School Additions Mark Town's Timepiece Memory

The article recalls a school building project that added a large clock and master clock system in the high school, tied to about 600 attendees at a dedication service. It notes the district served as custodian for the town clock, with long-standing civic pride and a few speaking milestones.

Schaub South Center Street

Dulles Unveils Sting In Attack On Soviet Union

Secretary of the Treasury Humphrey pledges sharp cuts to reduce the projected 201 billion dollar deficit. He forecasts a temporary one year extension of the public debt limit at the current level while stressing economy and prudent borrowing.

Qxnociaien Res Washington Vrenaury Humphrey F Humphrey

Italian Coalition Talks Continue Amid Strong Right Wing Push

Italian confabs persist as far right and other factions push to shape government policy. Premier candidates include Chrimppe Pella and Halo Yur hon with President Giovann Cron seeking a successor. The Democratic party holds 262 of 590 deputies, fueling expectations of a Christian Democrat led coalition despite splits among Seolba and Serlba allies.

Associated Press Rome Ualy Seeths Polla Vax Serlba Christin Democrate Gainer Center Felix Vanont Pell Seolba Nik Yatew Bochiiste Pletrn J Nennl

Local Women Escape Injury In Auto Crash

Miss Bell and her mother Miss Chigles Bell of 18 South Street escaped injury when the car overturned on Route 6 near Union City. Bell suffered only shaken nerves. no serious injuries reported. State Police investigating. reports say Bell attempted to pass another car at under 45 mph, causing loss of control and rollover.

Sien Bell Taal South Street Contra Uiis Union City Bell Chigles Mas Mini Hell Bern

DROP PLANS TO BUILD PITTSBURGH OFFICE BUILDING

Pebploe Mistruc tion Bank and Trudt.Co. say they cancel plans for a $6,500,000 office building in Pittsburgh Gateway Cent Wer. The bank cites current changes in banking methods as the reason for scrapping the Dutchling project and states a study will guide future building plans.

Pittsburgh Pebploe Mistruction Bank Trudt.Co Cent ‘Wer

Dulles urges Russia to stop force in United Nations speech

Secretary of State John Foster Dulles told Russia bluntly that ending the cold war requires halting force against others and stopping subversion. He spoke at the United Nations anniversary meeting and challenged Molotov’s seven point plan to liquidate the cold war.

Associated Press San Francisco John Foster Dulles Russia Dulles VM. Molotov Moltov Exilier Tin Dulllew Molotov U. N. Churtey Heald Tov U.N United Nations Turshers Geneva United States Olin Nations U. N Ita

Street Painting Delayed in Corry Amid Sewer Work

Mayor Earl T. Chery announced delays in the Corry street painting project due to the West Frederick street sewer repair. The revised start is before Old Fashion Days, with new dates and traffic adjustments to highlight the event and mark curb outlines near intersections.

Wolke Frederick Earl T. Chery

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