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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1958
Page
1
Ma Watt East reports a cryptic numeric note 1 232 84 with ambiguous value. The fragment hints at measurements or codes and lacks clear event or names. No identifiable persons or organizations are present. readable context is limited to the numeric sequence.
In Pennsylvania primary politics Harold Stassen seeks the GOP governor nomination on an independent ticket as party organization backing favors McGonigle of Reading. Livengood runs independently for the GOP nomination with Heyburn as running mate for Senate while Lawrence leads the Democratic ticket for governor.
Valant Flick of RD 8 Corry asked for a hearing for drunken driving before Alderman M. Cobbett this morning after a two car crash on West Smith Street at 9 p m. Flick was held in city jail overnight and released on $500 bond after a hearing set for 10 am Wednesday. Police said Flick’s car side swiped Kenneth O Day of 613 Liberty Street who was eastbound on Smith Street. A physician declared Flick intoxicated. Damages were estimated at 3000 to Flick’s car and 400 to O Day’s vehicle.
In a tense campaign scene Harold Stassen gains momentum among Republicans while Democrats see a local push by Attorney Jack Spiegel for General Assembly nomination. Corry Union City North East workers back Spiegel as GOP lines split over McConigle and Mihany. Polls open from 8 am to 8 pm with a notable shift in turnout expected in the Third Ward precinct.
Jamestown district reports a strike at Art Metal Construction Company after failed talks on a new contract. About 100 workers joined the action, with picket lines set yesterday and likely to continue through negotiations. Additional strikes in the Jamestown area have occurred recently, expanding labor unrest in the metal industry.
Three youths from Western Pennsylvania, Charles Busnock and Edward Williams both 15, and Charles Croghan 16, were arrested after allegedly stealing three cars. They had escaped from a Waterloo jail after a guard failed to lock the cell and were recaptured within hours.
Senate Foreign Relations Committee opens an inquiry into anti American demonstrations linked to Nixon South America visits. FBI director Hoover says communists inspired attacks, while the committee weighs CIA and State Dept roles amid possible political agitation. No indication Nixon will testify before the panel.
Police report a disruptive scene at Findley Lake fire station when a movie was about to start. Westfield officers removed the projector and film after a confrontation with the fire chief, leading to a Justice of the Peace hearing and a $25 fine plus costs for possessing indecent material. Complainants included unnamed mothers belonging to the fire company.
CAPE CANAVERAL Fla Army Jupiter IRBM nose cone recovered intact after a near perfect reentry. Navy submarine rescue ship crew plucked the cone from the Atlantic about 40 hours after launch and transported it to Huntsville Alabama for study. Details remain classified with unofficial range reports suggesting a 1900 mile test.
Government forces regained control in Tripoli after days of bitter clashes with insurgent Muslim nationalists. At least 60 people were killed in the city while wider fighting across Lebanon reportedly left many dead. President Chamoun blames Nasser's UAR for inciting revolts as Muslims demand policy alignment and fear a constitutional move allowing a new term for Chamoun.
Independent candidate Vaughan of Beaver County predicts an upset in the upcoming primary. He states election votes will be cast by independent thinking Republicans and emphasizes his campaign as a fresh choice.
Paris leaders gather to discuss state relations tax cuts and civil rights during a winter conference. Democratic and Republican governors push different plans as a 1940s election year shapes talks on in state commissions school integration and federal aid while party lines blur.
Paris faces a tense political crisis as police guard the city while France awaits General Charles de Gaulle's plan to resolve the upheaval. Communist workers in the Paris region mobilize but no nationwide strike is seen. Pimlin seeks reassurance that republican institutions will stand, amid speculation de Gaulle may assume power legally.
State Police at Corty substation report three two car crashes Saturday night caused $1225 in property damage with no injuries. The first crash near Watlablibie involved Ned Nielsen s pickup and Hubert O Donnell s vehicle. The second crash three miles west of Spring Cheek damaged Wayne Stufflebeam s car and Clifford Buesints auto. The third crash two miles west of Corry involved Charles Lewis and John Bulck. all damage totals listed.
The New Jersey Supreme Court ruled that regional high schools may transport parochial school children on regional buses while maintaining limits. The decision, tied to a Berkeley case, clarifies whether buses serving public students can also carry parochial riders in grades 7 through 12. Additionally, IPPENHEIMER OFF TO ISRAEL: Robert Oppenheimer leaves for Israel after lectures at the University of...
The 20 year old Kirkham, the sole killer in the Frame homicide plus 50 dollar grocery holdup, rejects clemency as his execution nears. Jurors sentenced him after 18 months in death row while an earlier related case tied to Ruth Webster’s murder remains referenced. He speaks of rebellion and lifelong Mormon ties, showing defiance during recent interviews as state pronounces the hanging to proceed in 46 days.
Local church in the Erie diocese plans a 6:30 pm undercroft supper at Emmanuel Ghureh to raise capital for the Jubilee Fund campaign. Sheldon Potter will speak. George Or cult chairs with a committee including Edward Feldt Edgar Alexander and Robert Davidson. campaign treasurer Wallace Youray.
The Clymer Tulip Festival drew large crowds with a notable highlight featuring Mrs. Marion Wiltsie returning to lead the parade. Visitors from the tri state area attended, enjoying the official celebration and local events.
Ronald Colman aged 57 died in Santa Barbara after a long film career. He had been living with his wife Benita Hume at their bungalow, and his illness led to a period of quiet illness before his death. The actor was known for his stage and screen work and left a lasting legacy in early Hollywood.
Venezuela's ruling junta faced its gravest crisis since seizing power, with two civilian members Eugenio Mousoni and Blas Lamberti resigning. Military leaders warned of a general strike if civilians are replaced, while promises of nationwide elections remain unfeared with no date set.
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