02 May 1956
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1956
Page
1
Fragmentary text lists several personal names and numeric terms, likely from a local notice or brief. The readable elements include names such as Whit, Ritnlski, Youngsyne, and Mortansburg with scattered numbers and phrases. Content coherence is limited by OCR garble.
Fragmentary OCR text shows an auction context with a name Corrs and an auctioneer role. It mentions items like rubber McDerring and a box w and a unit. The legible fragment hints at cash 3 and a listing. No clear event date or full details emerge.
A fragmented report notes a forthcoming event or match involving notable figures, with unclear wording. It references two weeks until a decision or outcome and mentions potential terms like sincerity and feat or trait. Names and places are unclear due to garbled OCR.
U S secretary of state Dulles arrived in Paris to renew energy in the North Atlantic Treaty Organization. He planned talks with British and French leaders on expanding Atlantic cooperation beyond military ties, addressing Palestine Cyprus and Russian policy while preparing for NATO ministerial meetings. The aim is to strengthen unity and explore new expressions of shared purpose within the Atlantic community.
Miss Alice G. Rickenberg 47 of Sheffield admits diverting about 62,000 from the Warren National Bank at the field branch where she was assistant manager. She allegedly spent the funds over two years and was arrested on a complaint from the bank officials. She was released on own recognizance as authorities pursue the case.
About 330 Pennsylvania lawmakers and representatives attended a reception at the Willard Hotel hosted by the Pennsylvania Chamber of Commerce. Willard Rockwell of Kitte Hureh spoke on federal aid for education and its potential impact on the state.
Police tied suspect J Stewart Swartz to a Warren bank robbery after his Riverside Drive Plymouth was linked to the getaway. Investigators traced a green 1951 Plymouth used as the escort car to a garage in Trasfer Pennsylvania and towed the vehicle to Warren as the probe continued. Swartz's defense pled innocence and claimed he was miles away at the alleged time of the crime.
Grand Jury yesterday returned indictments against two Corry residents, tied to gambling charges at Esso Hall. Witnesses testified McGraw paid off players for pinball wins, with Van Dyke arrested March 23 and McGraw later charged. Both free on bond pending further court actions. David Kilnger of Corry faced a morals charge at the next term.
Elven representatives of the Minkrymen area and groups including Gorry Grange and Totter Organization met to plan the Potato Festival. They set August 22 to 25 for the annual event and discussed possibly combining with Old Fashioned Days. Everitt Johnson to chair the committee and appoint chairs for the event.
Washington efforts push former New York Governor Thomas Dewey and Ambassador John Sherman Cooper toward GOP Senate bids. Eisenhower aides deny White House active plotting, while Kentucky vacancy looms after Barkley’s death. Kentucky dynamics center on Morton and Clements with party factions eyeing Barkley successor.
Ray Murphy of the Life Assurance Society of New York urged Congress to empower the Federal Reserve Board with standby powers to curb inflation by regulating consumer and residential mortgage credit. He warned the 1958 outlook shows continued growth financed by debt, with consumer spending outpacing new capital and steel and commodity prices rising. He praised Treasury efforts to keep monetary policy inflationary but argued indirect controls may be insufficient without reserve powers.
Mayor Cherry announced a new Food Distribution Point using the Baltic Union Army Citadel center. The Armory will store food in a locked room while the Citadel remains open to the public. Details on hours will be released later as merchants withdraw from the program.
Military police say an area soldier who asked to return to civilian life was ordered to remain in service. The man, AWOL after alleged misconduct with minors, faced court action as authorities described ongoing efforts to resolve the case and potential consequences. The report notes past incidents and mentions a prior Erie County court proceeding continuing on page six.
Texas lakes and rivers overflow as heavy rain continues. In Brownwood, floods climb near 12 inches with water spilling over railway tracks and d potential dam overflow. About 50 residents evacuated while guards monitor rising levels across Gatesville and Windale area. One confirmed death, a 12 year old on a bus washed away in Mest-flond after bridge collapse. further patrols report impending flood crest along Trinity River near Dallas. Authorities appeal for emergency aid as river jams cause further disruption across central Texas.
Two New York men were arrested in Washington for passing counterfeit checks to buy high priced cars. Authorities identified the suspects as Ruell Brubaker, Guyland Phone, and Soyen Stepp. State police said the suspects were caught after attempting to pass phony checks to obtain vehicles.
Folsom of Alabama lost a Democratic primary for a national committee post while Stevenson led Kefauver in delegate counts. The Alabama delegation totals 26 pledged votes, with Stevenson gaining the larger share. In the District of Columbia primary, voters faced a close count as party leaders weighed future nominations.
An oxygen explosion at a Cadiz area pit owned by Han nit Com Co killed four men William Stevens 25 Cadiz Harry Deaton 49 Bloomingale Bud Hawthorne 24 Jewett and Richard De Lome 24 Bloomingale. About 80 workers were in the 15 foot deep pit when the blast and flying debris injured others. A power shovel nearby was broken and the incident occurred while workers prepared to use the oxygen for blasting. The liquid oxygen was in carbon filled cloth bags and ignited by an electric spark. The incident marks the third time liquid oxygen has exploded in that span. Other regions reported casualties in a separate road race crash.
The stamp plan for a 3 percent state sales tax faces a partisan fight as Democrats push timing and Republicans demand no basic changes. Senate leaders back the plan while Gov. Shafer weighs options, with adjournment tied to final appropriations and legislative deadlines. The dispute unfolds amid broader tax and education funding actions and a push to raise teacher salaries.
In Washington President Eisenhower and many officials attended a service for Alben W. Barkley at Pollandry Methodist Church. The service honored the late Kentucky senator and former vice president, with Henry Cabot Lodge representing the President at the service and plans for burial in Paducah, Kentucky.
Washington Pennsylvania could gain three additional federal district judges if a House bill to create 20 new judgeships in 15 states and Alaska passes. A separate measure would add a Western Pennsylvania seat, with both bills advancing to the Judiciary Committee.
In Minneapolis Methodist delegates clash over racial segregation amid a tense General Conference session. Atty.Charles Parlin proposes a resolution opposing segregation in church structures not based on geography, while emotions run high as debates echo century old lines. Prince Abu Bakay of Johor dies in London after an apparent illness.
In Damascus and Jerusalem, attempts to secure a cease fire with Israel hinge on pledges not to divert the Jordan River. Lebanon backs Syria while Lebanon’s leaders demand guarantees before any water deal resumes. Dag Hammarskjold plans to report to the UN Security Council as regional tensions deepen.
Liffle League hosts a two day tag sale this Friday and Saturday starting at 3 30 p m with proceeds supporting youth programs budgeted at 32 800 with expenses covering sporting gear insurance and trophies led by Mire Oly Bachhe and the Ladies Auxiliary in behind the Tesh Lengue area behind the concrete street scene
A public event honoring Gavarnar and Mrs. Leader takes place in Mala in Philadeletia on May 28 conducted by All-Pennsyigents Commission for Wie Gols Teabir Woodlard. Officials will extend tributes and speak on community goals and leadership.
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