30 Jun 1959
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1959
Page
1
A fragmented classified ad page lists multiple rental offerings and properties. It mentions rents, addresses, and features like appliances, garages, and baths, plus contact notes and a bidding tone from a 1959 classification page. The readable items reference locations on streets, basements, and garages with contact numbers.
President Eisenhower warned of a 1959 deficit near 12.9 billion dollars in his January budget message, with Budget Director Maurice Stans suggesting it could be several hundred million lower. Revenue may exceed 68 billion, but outlays likely total about 80.9 billion, making the deficit more than twice any previous peacetime high. For 1960, Eisenhower sought 77.03 billion in spending, predicting 7.1 billion in revenue and a fragile 70 million surplus if gasoline taxes and postage rates rise as forecast. The administration expects higher receipts despite spending exceeding January projections.
Covington Louisiana AP Gov E K Long moves toward recovery from a nervous breakdown rather than mental illness. He plans to cut about 40 state payroll positions and has been committed to mental hospitals twice this month. Three psychiatrists say overwork and a small stroke contributed to a marked rundown, with the governor now rational and functioning.
U S officials report Thor missile achieved successful tests from 300 to 1500 miles with its nose cone landing in the Atlantic. Polaris naval missile also met main objectives after earlier failures, simulating a warhead 700 miles away. Haile Selassie visited Moscow during a two week stay and met Khrushchev and Vorshilov.
Weathermen say relief from the stifling heat is coming as clouds gather and scattered showers move in. Today will see cooler temperatures, with highs around the upper 80s to 90s and muggy nights around 65. Winds 15 to 30 mph accompany the rain, while the national outlook shows mainly 70s to 90s nationwide.
An injured Area man was admitted to Union City Memorial Hospital after an auto crash on Hatch Hollow road. Richard Huntley, 28, a passenger, and driver Robert Post, 26, escaped serious injuries, while Huntley will undergo skull X rays to assess brain injury and other trauma. Car damage was estimated at 400 dollars. Nearby police reported Post lost control on a dirt road. no cause was given. The incident occurred yesterday afternoon three and a half miles north of Union City. In another brief: Tom Van Sickle, 22, of Fort Scott, was named executive secretary of the National Federation of Young Republicans, succeeding Ned Cushing.
Forecasters predicted a cold front from western Ohio would lower temperatures across Pennsylvania though readings still reached the 90s in Philadelphia Allentown and other cities. The city faced water pressure issues as many residents opened fire hydrants seeking relief from the heat while drownings rose with three boys lost Monday and eight over the weekend.
Charles Baum 88 co publisher of the Perkasie News Herald died yesterday in Grand View Hospital Bellersville Funeral services will be held Friday in Perkasie local death notice notes his longtime role in the newspaper community
Washington AP reports Supreme Court rules the private plant security screening program is not authorized though government officials study changes to continue protecting secrets for three million civilian workers. The decision does not affect government employees and centers on workers denied access to classified information.
About 125 students have enrolled in the Corry Area High School band program led by Ronald Rairie. Offsite residents may register their children in the school music room this evening at 7 30. A music firm will assist in instrument selection and rental arrangements for the sessions.
An uncrewed U S Air Force jet rammed a Okinawa school area near Na ha injuring many and killing at least nine to ten Okinawans. The craft exploded and set fires as rescuers moved victims to hospitals. Lt Gen Burns pledged a personal investigation and condolences.
The Soviet Union launches a 42 day exhibit in New York at the Coliseum near Columbus Circle. Premier Kozlov and Anastas Mikoyan outline aims for peaceful competition and expanded US USSR trade as President Nixon and Eisenhower view the 10 000 displays spanning six acres.
In Harrisburg Republican leaders reject Lawrence's latest tax plan while he demands a joint session push for the remaining 207 million dollars in revenue. Sen James Berger warns against new administration schemes, urging a viable compromise to end the stalemate.
Corry manufacturing plants will close for vacation periods with two firms using staggered breaks. Rogers Structural Steel and the Raymond Division of dated Spring begin vacations, allowing partial operation for some workers. Aero Supply Mfg Co and Ajax Thorn Works start closures July 6 and 13, while Corry Jamestown Mfg begins a two week shutdown from July 28 to August 20. Metales Steel Co delays production shutdown from July 46 to August 6.
AAR TAT shows tragedy as model wife Olson-Smith ends life after a life of chores and dusting. Her husband Cyril found her dead on returning from work. A note reportedly laments a life of misery and relentless toil.Vivien Marton, 2, reportedly recovered.
A newborn dies after formula contains a mistaken toxic substance while being prepared at Putnam County Hospital. Two other infants were evacuated to Riley Hospital and Indiana University Medical Center in Indianapolis. one survived, another remained in critical condition with family grief expressed. The mother identified the deceased infant as Chimbolt, son of Mr and Mrs John Gambold of Coutesville. other infants include Jeffrey Coffman and Amy Taylor.
Corry Jewish Welfare Society reports the United Jewish Appeal drive is about halfway to its $3,500 target. The appeal closes July 10, with Harry Barach as drive official urging Corry residents to contribute.
Chancellor Adenauer defies Communist pressure by flying to West Berlin for a turnout meeting as East German aggressions intensify. Electoral College members from West Germany and state representatives gathered to address the Berlin crisis and ensure a peaceful path to resolution.
Washington reports Prime Minister Antonio Seen of Tealy will visit the United States this summer at the invitation of President Eisenhower, with the White House announcing the planned trip.
Stanley Billey 65 bank president shoots his son Arthur 26 a cashier and then commits suicide at Lowry State Bank. Police report the elder Billey died by a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Local residents recall him as well liked and mild mannered.
Two boys die after a freight train strikes them on a railroad trestle yesterday. One boy, Lathan, was knocked into a creek and drowns. the other, Willing Hasward, 8, is dragged to death by the engine. The boys were riding on a catwalk opposite the trestle when the train passed, and witnesses recall a sudden, fatal impact.
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