14 May 1956
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1956
Page
1
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Five people, including three children, drowned in three separate incidents across the Corry area during Mother's Day weekend. A rescued father saved his two daughters as a canoe capsized in French Creek. Bodies were later recovered or remained missing as authorities halted searches.
Washington Pa attorney George Bloom declares willingness to head to the state GOP committee meeting in Philadelphia with support from most of Allegheny County’s nine committeemen. Robert Werle Jr of Hampton Township endorsed Bloom but seeks voting freedom at the state gathering.
Montgomery Clift sustained nonfatal injuries after a weekend crash in Los Angeles. Doctors reported bruises and a possible concussion with a broken nose as he was hurled against the dashboard during the collision. His condition was stable, and physicians said he would not be permanently scarred.
Farris Island Marine training plans changes to ease load on drill instructors. Gen Wallace M Greene says the 42 week program replaces 40 weeks, with instructors gaining two weeks free time and recruits getting less bused time. Sgt Matthew C McKeon, 31, Worcester Mass, faces court martial June 14 for manslaughter, alcohol charges, and oppression of recruits following a fatal march.
Prime Minister Eden organizes government strategy as Parliament outlines plans for a tense session on the Ednabapge frogman incident with the Soviet warship. Lawmakers demand details on the diver Sidgel Crabb and the river mystery at Portsmouth Portmouth Harbor.
A private and two Erie teenagers were killed in a two car head-on collision about five miles east of Erie on Saturday night. Pvt Joseph McMillen, 26, a Lawrence Park barracks veteran, died at St Vincent's Hospital after patrol duties. Fred Natshor, 18, and Thomas Cooper, 15, died from injuries, while Pvt Paul Dell, 47, and Fredrick Wikander, 17, remained in hospitals with critical injuries. Dell, wounded in the crash, is listed with extensive injuries. The diver, Natshor, attempted to cut back into traffic when the cars collided. McMillen is survived by his wife Audrey and mother Virginia Teiman. Funeral arrangements are pending in Erie and Conneaut.
Washington former associate justice James P Byrnes attacked the Supreme Court urging curbs on its power amid reactions to the Brown v. Board decision. He warned the court risked usurping authority and questioned unanimity of the ruling while recalling his long career under Roosevelt and Truman administrations.
The Journal notes a wider page by nearly half a page after Goss Corulet press upgrades adding an inch to columns. Ler Yniler leads the work with specs, while a list of names from Alex Tron Works and Abro Supply receive public thanks for assistance during the project.
An official in Moscow revealed a Soviet plan to replace labor camps with corrective labor colonies. The move would turn camps into factories for convicts with deportation limited to political criminals after due procedure. The source notes the announcement came during a visit by French socialists.
The Associated Press reports conservatives gain eight seats in Austria's parliamentary vote, bringing total to 76 alongside a Social Democrat coalition risk. Raab likely to form a new cabinet. the election slows nationalization ambitions as industry remains a key battleground with discussions of coalition and Western alignment.
A torrential storm lashed Corry and Meadville areas with record rainfall, flooding streets and basements. High water forced highway closings, knocked out power, and prompted multiple rescue efforts. Authorities reported the worst storm in 60 years, with dozens evacuated and two drownings feared near Mill Run and the Allegheny River.
Pete Marty, a Corry gambler, was released by Judge Evans after serving 80 days of a 12 year sentence on a lottery charge. District Attorney Herbert Johnson declined comment while noting Marty’s release followed his guilty plea and parole for the remaining term. The case was tied to the Erie bribery scandal and involved other defendants, with mixed outcomes and dismissed charges over time.
RIDGWAY Pa James Le Cotta 48 year old area painter shot and killed his 17 year old wife during an argument as they traveled near Campron County Enos. Police said Le Cotta shot her in the head with a .42 caliber pistol then surrendered to a guard awaiting an inquest tomorrow.
Health Department chief Mitton criticizes the proposed budget of 30 million nine hundred thousand dollars. The Associated Press notes the official warns of reduced public health services while urging stronger funding to sustain vital protections and programs.
Fragmented dispatch cites Gov Leadar opposing a proposed tax change in Pennsylvania with a January 1 deadline. The report notes confusion and political pushback amid other world briefings about China urging national meetings and upcoming local elections.
A violent attack in Tunis left two dead and multiple injured as gunfire and an explosion hit a Tunisian owned shop in the capital. Officials report 3 dead and 14 wounded, with continued violence across the city and surrounding areas.
A massive blackout hit western New York from Buffalo to the state’s western boundary and into Ontario. Niagara Mohawk officials say the fault originated at the main generating plant with a widespread outage affecting Erie and surrounding counties. Power was restored gradually after about an hour and a half, with officials promising a full investigation into the root cause.
The driver Lawrence Ferrell age unknown was cited for reckless driving after a three car collision on Route 6 two miles north of Union City at 2:40 PM. Dale Khamy and Joseph Bandwai faced related charges as investigators noted no injuries. Damages were listed at 120 dollars for Ferrells car Bandways car 235 dollars and Rays car 200 dollars.
A lumber schooner was cut in two by a larger freighter during predawn darkness about 20 miles south of Monterey Bay. Three men were lost, two were missing, and 24 survivors were rescued from the icy water. one of the rescued men later died. Captain David Kennedy of the freighter said two dead and four missing from the schooner were initially reported, with additional salvage details from nearby vessels.
A Pittsburgh woman died from severe burns sustained in a house fire. The incident occurred in the Shadyside area with officials listing the cause as accidental. Funeral arrangements were not immediately disclosed.
Severe windstorms in the Cleveland area left six dead and many injured. Destruction spread across multiple suburbs with heavy damage to trees and buildings. The Weather Bureau warned the danger had passed, but authorities reported extensive power outages and traffic disruption.
Ronald Strodp 20 of State College was shot in the left thigh while posing at a target practice session with a 22 caliber pistol near Corry Saturday evening. He was listed in good condition at Corry Memorial Hospital and expected to be released. Police described the shooter as Health Chile 21 of Corry, claiming the weapon discharged as Strodp hid a few feet away. State Police are investigating the incident.
Ruth and Jack Gilbert report $50,000 in damage from a storm that felled fourteen planes and wrecked an airport area near Julius Quarter. Mrs Gilbert and her husband escaped unharmed. In other news, Matyi Le Enger, 19, a dean at the University of Chicago, died Friday.
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