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A damaged OCR fragment provides limited readable facts about a local event with sparse names and places. No clear date or outcome emerges from the legible text.
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1958
Page
1
A damaged OCR fragment provides limited readable facts about a local event with sparse names and places. No clear date or outcome emerges from the legible text.
Early forecasts say America's third earth satellite Explorer 3 will reenter and disintegrate around mid July. One transmitter has failed and the other is erratic, with possible collision by a meteoric cloud damaging radios. Moscow reports Sputnik 1 and 2 in orbit while Sputnik 3 nears its 28th circuit as Soviet progress strengthens the space race.
The Soviet Foreign Ministry pledged a radical solution to disarmament and said agreement is possible with other states if the West stops dictating terms. It reviewed past Soviet proposals for nuclear test bans and a weapon-free zone in Europe, criticized Eisenhower’s Arctic patrol plan, and noted the veto of that plan in the UN Security Council. The statement also cited Hammarskjold’s support for the idea and said Western efforts to impose terms hinder progress.
America observes Armed Forces Day with parades speeches and a military show at Andrews Base Maryland. More than 100 warships at 52 ports invite public inspection of rockets missiles aircraft and defense equipment under the theme power for peace. A separate report notes a tractor accident in Johnstown Pennsylvania fatally injuring 68 year old Mr. Kelly after his clothing was drawn into a drive shaft.
A January night fire in a ramshackle South Phoenix building killed six children aged from five months to eight years. Alfred John Stafford, nine, escaped with minor injuries. Stafford said he lit a kerosene lamp before bedtime, woke to flames, and tried to rescue the others. The fire department confined the blaze to one apartment. mothers Betty Low Warrick and Freddie May Williams returned to scene in tears.
New York congressman Powell Jr pleaded not guilty to 9 counts of income tax evasion related to returns filed for himself and his wife pianist Hazel Scott. He appeared unperturbed as supporters packed the federal court, with about 800 outside. He has faced criticism for past political actions and receives checks from followers during the courthouse appearance.
The Corry Chamber of Commerce announces a slogan contest with a $25 Savings Bond prize. Slogans must be 10 words or fewer and relate to Corry's story for travelers. Submissions go to the Slogan Committee, Municipal Building, Corry, Pa by June 1. judges reserve final say.
Washington sources say President Eisenhower will sign the House defense reorganization bill even if passed as is. The Armed Services Committee approved a compromise giving Eisenhower most of his aims for unified command while preserving Congress prerogatives and service autonomy.
Four Navy airmen died in a collision between a photo reconnaissance plane and a Cougar jet near Little Talbot Island State Park, about 20 miles northeast of Jacksonville. Lt. David McCulley parachuted to safety, unharmed, while three others were named among the dead with two more tentatively identified. The jet and wreckage were reported in the surf and ocean.
Colleen Greany, four, died in Shadyside Hospital from injuries after being struck by a car near her home in the Mosungsie district. Police identified the driver as Richard Moline, 20, of Aspinwall.
AP reports Lebanon spirals toward sectarian violence after the murder of a pro-Nasser Maronite editor. Rival factions tied to pan-Syrian nationalism, anti-Nasserist, and Communist currents clash as security forces try to contain riots and arsons without triggering a full scale war between Muslims and Christians.
A blaze at the Zalzneck Warehouse on West Washington Street caused about 20000 dollars in damage to a frame building housing repair parts and metals. Two boys, ages 5 and 6, admitted starting the fire after entering through a window to play with matches. no contents were insured and no injuries were reported. Firemen fought the flames from 8 50 p.m. to after 1 a.m., aided by shoring and hose lines, while authorities arranged a meeting with the youths and their parents.
Ambitious emergency powers spark fears of a power grab as Pflimlin mobilizes police and militia units to block a de Gaulle led coup. Paris defense swells with troops while Algerian tensions loom and the general stays at his rural home awaiting events.
A Route 77 crash east of Syium Creek injured 35 year old area man while attempting to stow a duchy omitted from the damaged vehicle. Aly Deaton of Unda New York escaped injury though his car sustained about 209 dollars in damage and the other vehicle caused around 100 dollars in damage. Troopers reported.
Government reports show initial jobless claims fell for a sixth consecutive week, with total new filings around 293,000 as seasonally adjusted data indicate ongoing improvement in labor market conditions. The figure reflects early-year trends despite continuing economic concerns.
A four year old girl wandered near a lion enclosure at a Washington zoo and was dragged into the cage. Rescue attempts failed as the lion killed the child amid a chaotic scene, with witnesses and authorities investigating the incident.
A garbled report notes youths in a car involved in a complaint and a police response last night. Authorities question whether charges will be pursued as the coroner may testify.
An explosion at a garage in the Montmartre area of Paris killed ten people including three firefighters and several children. The blast shattered windows in a crowded residential district as emergency crews arrived to inspect gasoline fumes.
Dauphin County treasurer David S. Kohn indicated a potential to set aside a suburban family's tax sale. The six room home built by 18 year old William H. Hornung and his family was sold three years ago for unpaid taxes of 22.88 including interest and charges. Hornung said he never received notice and believed the home would not be auctioned.
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