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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Mar 11, 1957

Page

1

Marble slab fatal for Corry boy in home playroom

A four year old Corry boy was crushed to death by a falling marble mantlepiece in the rectory playroom at 6:40 p.m. Saturday. His sister, Claudia, six, was bruised but unharmed. Deputy Coroner Robert Bracken ruled the death accidental and the weight of the mantle was estimated over 400 pounds. The slab’s remodeling had not secured it, and the incident is being investigated as a fatal accident at Emmanuel Episcopal Church services.

Clinton Sena Plainiauer William Edward Seitz Dr Seite William Cattenden Emmanuel Episcopal Church William Soil Jhaw Claudia Ken Corry Memorial Hospital Toy Robert Bracken Seitz Maple Avenue Bracken

West Sees Little Chance To Block Nasser In Canal

Western officials see little chance to block Egyptian President Nasser from shaping Suez Canal operations. The future of the canal and transport options likely to be discussed by Eisenhower and Macmillan in Bermuda. Egypt insists on ownership and tolls payable to Cairo, rejecting Western plans to share control through an international agency. Enduring tensions center on compensation and UN involvement as talks loom.

West Nasser Canal Yashingtow O—Western Grive Eisenhower Harold Macmillan Bermuda

Youths In Police Reports In City Over Weekend Disturbances

Police records show several juvenile incidents during the weekend. A boy was assaulted by two youths at a theatre, prompting fears of further beatings. officers advised avoiding trouble. A separate call stemmed from a disturbance on Wayne Street involving youths in a vehicle, leading to a restraint and injury. A third report concerned a distraught mother and a missing person, with authorities checking homes and tracing possible leads as they pursued the case.

Guyerue Anne Ye Corry Tong Tong Faud That Had Been Olly On Betwest Uye Wayne Street

Bradford Moose Lodge Destroyed In 250000 Fire

The Bradford Moose Lodge was destroyed by a fire that started about 4 20 a m. Firefighters battled the blaze for hours, with smoke and flames belting the three story brick building. Damage was estimated at about 250000 and no injuries were reported. The cause was not determined.

Palm Bradford Riley

SEATO Opens Third Session In Australia

SEATO Council of Ministers met in Canberra to intensify an eight nation effort against Communist subversion in Southeast Asia. Representatives from the United States Australia Britain France New Zealand the Philippines Thailand and Pakistan gathered in the Parliament Building for a three day session. The council urged maintaining military strength and internal security, promoting economic independence from the Communist bloc, and launching a multilateral cultural program to foster mutual understanding. Secretary Dulles said international Communist power in Asia is a passing phase, not permanent.

Caneers Seato Council of Ministers Southeast Asia United States Australia Heattin France New Zealand Philippines Thailand Pakistan Represtitatives Chamber of Australia Alliance Gounell State Dulles Council Asia

Beck Back Says He'll Go Along With Probers

The Beck back story reports Senate investigators prepared to subpoena Teamsters Union President Dave Beck and seize his financial records unless he cooperates. Beck, arriving from Europe, declined most questions and said he would likely go to Washington soon. The probe centers on racketeering influences in the Teamsters and potential links to underworld figures and public office holders in the West Coast.

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Probe of Pittsburgh Police After Shooting

Allegheny County GOP leader Edward Ly Flaherty called for a public investigation into the police department after recent incidents involving Acting Lt. Allen Carnahan and Detective Joseph Becker. He alleged the Becker and Carnahan cases are not isolated and urged a full inquiry. League of Women Voters leaders also demanded an investigation while Mayor Lawrence could not comment.

Elbisburgnun Pittsburgh Edward Ly Flaherty Allegheny County Republican Organization Allen Carnahan Joseph Becker Carnahan Becker David J.mcdonald United Steelworkers McDonald Flaherty Huherty Allegheny County League of Women Voters Aso R. Templeton Smith Constance Field David L. Lawrence Democrat Europe

Leader to Testify Before Senate on Surplus Issue

Lente plans to go before a U S Senate subcommittee on Wednesday to testify on proposed federal legislation addressing a nationwide surplus problem. The governor said he would also testify on a redevelopment plan, arguing the surplus issue is national, not local.

Pereeeeneeeneweens U. S. Senate Jabal

Bridges Agrees Knowland Sees $1 Billion Aid Cut

Washington Republican Leader Knowland says Congress will cut about a billion dollars from President Eisenhower's foreign aid request. Bridges backs the forecast of substantial cuts to the program while Poland talks and possible aid extensions loom as a potential wedge. Senate aides warn of rough sledding ahead as negotiations focus on Poland and broader foreign aid strategy.

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Pacific Still Trembling As Quakes Rock Aleutians

The Pacific region trembled after Saturday’s powerful earthquake striking the Aleutians. Seismographs at Berkeley logged continued shocks about 21 hours later. Reports from Honolulu and Japanese coast guard noted volcanic activity and high waves in Hawaii and Hawaii’s Kauai isolation from damaged bridges. Casualties included two reporters in a plane crash. several villages faced destruction and relocation with damage estimates around two million dollars.

Associated Press Jostrah Aleutian Island Hwatt Japan University of California Berkeley John Denoyes Aleutians Coast and Geodetic Survey Office Honolulu Mi Vsevidos Aleutian Unmark Hawai Samuel Wilder King Kauai Paul, Beam Sarah Park Star - Bullein Hawaii Hokieaiso San Diego Bay

Nasser Still On Fence Over Israeli Ships

Nasser hesitates on allowing Israeli ships through the Suez Canal and Gulf of Aqaba amid conflicting reports. Egypt says ships will not pass while at war with Israel. a World Court ruling could influence access. American tankers reportedly prepared to sail Gulf waters, signaling potential clashes over the strait.

Canican Nasty Israel Suez Canal Gulf of Aqaba Nasser Tsrael Cison Tremel Gazelle Goldit Moir Egypt International Wibinal Tirin Strait Cuip Aqaba Tajueli Eliot Gatro Jerusalem Gulf Bilal

Drivers Change Story At Hearing

Two Corry youths revised their account about who drove a mule team on East Columbus Avenue after a hearing before Alderman M. Cobjiert. Dennis Venentur, 17, and another rider admitted switching places just before police stopped them. Prosecutors said no restitution or weapons were involved. fines were issued to those linked to the incident.

Corry Columbus Avenue David Et al Cobjiert Dennis Venentur Cory Polley Wettenburd James Woodworth HDJ Collinbus

Worker Injured at Pittabunk Steel Foundry Plant

A foundry worker at Pittabunk Steel Foundry Corp in Glassport was injured. Holy Martin Evoy, 24, suffered internal injuries after a mold operation failure caused him to slip and strike a wall inside the facility. The incident is under investigation by Whiten County authorities.

Mskeesport Fuyeile County Kgajiar Martin Evoy Pittabunk Steel Foundry Corp Glassport

First American Jet Airliner Aims for Flight Record

The Horse 707, America s first jet airliner, launched from Long Island for a press flight to Baltimore with about 20 company employees aboard. Tex Johnston and Mista Uhr piloted the craft, aiming to set a long distance record. The flight path covered 2,290 miles toward Baltimore.

America Lonzorrow Tex Johnston LaEnes Boning Ballimorn

Sumatra Joins Indonesian Political Crisis Amid Rebellion

Indonesian political crisis widens as Sumatra joins rebellion against central government. Premier Ali Sastroamidjojo’s coalition faces defections and pressure as rebels demand an end to the government while Sukarno weighs controversial policy moves. Continued on Page Five.

Stehaila MGV Indonesia Ali Sastroamidjojo Jakarta Sumatra Jeoupo Militons Sukarno J ‘Biigy Sukere Ali Bantronaidyojo

Britain Refuses West Europe Withdrawal Claim

Britain will not withdraw from the European mainland says Prime Minister Macmillan after talks with French Premier Mollet in which both leaders affirmed a common stance on the Suez crisis and allied security. Macmillan stressed Britain intends to keep forces in Germany and modernize weapons while reducing regional garrisons.

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Ike May Leave For Florida Soon

Washington sources report President Eisenhower plans a trip to Florida this week. White House press secretary Tarnien Hagerty said the president hopes to reach Marl Voor after talks with advisers. The medical situation appeared “improved” but officials cautioned about the timing and risks of the journey.

Ike Florida Washington Kell Tannien C. Hagerty Rowemery Eisens

GOP leaders push to drop emergency penny from gas tax

In Harrisburg Republicans push to end the 1-cent emergency gas tax as part of a broader tax package. Senate leaders target next week to move a group of tax bills including a permanent 3 percent sales tax while House plans to reduce the gas levy from 6 to 5 cents.

Harrisburg Republicann Senate House Rowland B. Mahany Pennsylvania Gov Pennsylvani Hardy Alber W. Johnson Johnson Mahany Ilser Edward J. Kessler Rrancaster Senate Finance Committee Seite Mahony Paulet Tesies Berner GOP Chaimman Berger George. Bloom Norman Wood Lancaster Hour

State Agencies Seek More Data on Stroudsburg Sharon Route

Washington reports the U S Bureau of Public Roads has asked Pennsylvania for additional cost data on the Stroudsburg Sharon route and U S 62 as part of evaluating interstate status. Deputy Commissioner George Williams noted modifications suggested by the bureau and said final approval rests with the Washington office after state recommendations. The data request may delay a decision while the PennDOT work continues and a follow up report is prepared.

Washington U. S. Bureau of Public Roads Pennsylvatine Highways Department Stroudaburg-Sharon State Highways Department Stroudsboro-Sharon U. S. 62 George Willams Williams U.S Wins Finn Roads Bureau Wiliams Harrisburg Pennsylvania Jantar

UN Ready To Clear Canal

UN readiness to clear the Suez Canal is reported as Egyptian approval pending. Aged obstructions remain with the last two to be removed. Lt Gen Raymond A Wheeler leads operations with phased clearance scrapped in favor of total near term completion.

Sanget UN Amiyage Teame Suez Canal al Miosi-Amonthy Raymond A. Wheeler Ais

Japs Ask Russia to Stop Bomb Tests

Fragmentary report notes Japan urging Soviet authorities to halt nuclear tests amid ongoing tensions. The Foreign Office reports limited details as Soviet leadership addresses public concerns and international reaction.

Russia

Thieves Loot Junk Car Lot On Rage Main Street

State Police report thieves broke into Corry Junk and Auto on Rage Main Street and stole a fatter wires and copper. Holter a writer-operator told investigators the building had not been previously entered and this was the first time other junked car parts were taken.

Corry Rage Main Street Sim ‘Holter Hallamivp

UN Troops Face Gaza Riots and Tear Gas Protests

Cairo protests to the UN secretary general over plans to halt gunfire as UN forces disperse Gaza riots. Arab claim 7,000 civil workers may refuse to work until a UN emergency force civil administration is established in the strip.

Cairo Epyal Dag Buminar- Akjold Gaza Kir Gaza Strip Israel Arabia Reyphat Strip

Violence in Gaza grows amid protests demanding Egyptian administration

Violent demonstrations continue in Gaza City demanding the return of the Egyptian administration. A military governor, Danish Colonel Cattne holm, heads a five person civil supervision committee. About 200,000 residents including 21,000 Palestinian refugees face spring sentiment as protesters wave banners, shouting for Egyptian rule. Troops and vehicles cleared streets as clashes erupted near the town center, with stones thrown and arrests reported.

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