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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1957
Page
1
An incomplete OCR fragment mentions a mineral related topic, a figure of 85, and references to Ford trends. Names and full context are unclear, with garbled phrases about entities possibly including Arnold and Carne Mineral.
Inclement weather is forecast for tomorrow's primary, likely yielding light turnout. Voters focus on water supply issues while candidates Kinley and Cherry vie for the GOP nomination in a heated council race. Community groups, volunteers, and campaign workers plan efforts to mobilize supporters.
Tomorrow's primary election focuses on local candidates and issues with no statewide posts at stake. Mayor David L. Lawrence seeks a fourth term in Pittsburgh amid broader county and borough contests across 21 counties.
A French and Swiss expedition crosses the Pacific aided by a bamboo raft after a Tahiti to South America voyage? distress call from five sailors. Winds and rain battered the crew. one man was killed by a shark and the raft drifted about 1 0? miles off the Chilean coast as rescue efforts continued. The boat launched near Tahiti was missing.
In Manorville North Carolina seven year old Benny Heppey Jy fell into a wet well in his yard and was rescued after about four hours. He remained in an oxygen tent but told reporters he feels better and wants to go fishing once doctors release him. His family visited and thanked rescuers who battled through the night to reach him.
The $3.88 billion foreign aid proposal is to be submitted this week as President Eisenhower plans to outline his revised plan. Secretary Dulles will handle public hearings while reaction from the White House remains uncertain. The plan shifts toward development loans and long-range funding, with up to 600 million dollars for an economic development fund and up to 150 million yearly for the following two years.
Soviet Premier Bulganin sent a 23 page letter to French Premier Mollet. Translation prepared for public release follows an official delivery by Soviet Ambassador Sergei Viygorodsky to Mollet for Saturday.
Harry E Ward 11 Buffalo New York was killed yesterday when struck by a car driven by Gail Barone 98 of Buffalo Barone allegedly ran a red light and struck Ward as he neared a corner curb Barone remained at the scene until police arrived Ward born 1874 in Cory and survived by a sister Caroline McVilish Cory and several nephews Burial at Pine Grove Cemetery Cory will occur with services at the Brooken Turner Home in Buffalo Highways traffic authorities issued a citation for failure to yield the scene of the accident. details of the funeral and survivors follow in the notice.
Harrishury Mrs Gare B Schmick of Lykens is jailed in Dauphin County for allegedly hurling her 20 month old son into a 70 foot well at their home. The body was recovered. daughter Wickle, 2, said the mother tossed the child and fled barefoot. A sanity exam was discussed as investigators review the tragedy occurring Saturday morning.
A report notes no final decision yet on a proposed state visit by Queen Elizabeth II to the United States. British officials say the government under Prime Minister Ann Ne Wy will decide by the end of May to allow arrangements for the monarch’s possible entertainment and travel.
A Greensburg native, Francis Fensnelly, 1, was killed Saturday after a collision involving a construction trader on Route ? near Latrobe. The incident occurred while he was returning from work. police and a coroner are investigating the fatal crash.
An editorial argues fluoridation is safe and effective, citing studies and widespread use. It compares costs with dental care savings and urges adults to vote for fluoridation to safeguard children, challenging opponents to consider broader medical knowledge.
A speeding car, traveling over 100 mph, struck a utility pole and parked vehicles near the bottom of a curve on Route 88 just inside the Fisleyville municipal limits, killing four people and injuring another. Victims were Margaret O'Day, 33, of Pittsburgh. William Capwell, 39, of Fisleyville. Charles Kellan, 31, and John Harper, 33, of Library. The driver was not identified and the condition of the injured man, Charles Bowen, 28, of Library, was reported as serious. Police could not determine who was driving. All victims were in the speeding car.
Harrisburg reports the 1987 Legislature opens a heated budget battle with Democrats and Republicans trading early salvos after a controversial funding plan surfaces. GOP leaders defend their proposal amid charges of cuts while vowing to maintain essential services. The House Appropriations Committee says current funds support present operations without service reductions.
Harold D. Cooksey faces a bad check charge in Greenburg Missouri. A fugitive warrant issued by authorities in Los Angeles led to his arrest plan and future court action. The case involves a driver named Kruck and a motion for release on bail while awaiting further proceedings.
Oklahoma floods recede with major damage across Tulsa and Bixby as water levels drop. Crests near Muskogee expected to pass today with continuing river banks. Civil Defense estimates total damage around 25 million dollars and nine deaths reported across Kansas and Texas.
The Corry area school directors plan to meet to discuss the proposed budget and fiscal plans for the school system. The meeting will cover joint budget approval steps and directed actions for implementing the upcoming fiscal year.
The orchestra and chorus under Hy Lynn Weise will perform a spring program at 8:16 p.m. The concert features piano and vocal solos, duets, and group numbers. Students participated in preparation during the year, including various instrumental and vocal pieces.
UNITED NATIONS NY French Foreign Minister Christian Pineau asked the UN Security Council to urge adherence to principles for Suez Canal operation. Egypt defends its plan and opposes new council action while arguing the 1957 principles guide transit and the canal’s opening remains under contention.
Dave Beck, longtime Teamsters leader, declares his temporary removal by AFL-CIO illegal and demands charges be dropped. George Meany announces the decision to permanently lift the prior suspension amid ongoing investigations into union funds and related allegations.
Rumors grew that Haiti's Executive Council might cede control to the Army as the Council faced a volatile political crisis. Gen Leon Cantave and troops entered Port-au-Prince while rebel leaders pledged allegiance only to the city’s authority. Crowds called for the army to take over as gunfire tests were reported and the council appeared to weaken amid ongoing tensions.
The White House said President Eisenhower was satisfied with public reaction to his budget broadcast last week defending the 71.8 billion dollar proposal. White House press secretary Janus G. Fuperty offered no details on private messages or the audience reception. The president was to discuss next steps in a nationwide TV address planned for tomorrow and was seen conferring with Secretary of Defense Wilson regarding the military budget request.
A chaotic breakout at a Kansas City courthouse involved three prisoners who gained control of the facility after overpowering guards and trusties. The escape triggered a manhunt. two inmates were later recaptured and one remains at large.
The trial in the Victor Riesel actio blinding case was postponed as prosecutors reported several key witnesses threatened and unavailable. Judge William B Herlandh adjourned proceedings until Thursday.
A four year old girl Antoinette Nover daughter of Mr and Mrs Donald Nover of Waterford remained in critical condition at Wilon City Memorial Hospital after being struck by a southbound car driven by Carl Pott of Kansas City Missouri. The accident occurred as she darted across a highway to join other youngsters at a mailbox. Police said there were no witnesses and no charges will be filed against the driver as no avoidance action could have prevented the collision.
Six people died when a car crashed into a concrete abutment at the south end of a bridge near Wilmington Delaware. Police tentatively identified the driver as Cleveland Outlaw, 22, of New York City. A woman identified as Fergie Phillips of the same address was among the victims. A 4 or 5 year old boy was the sole survivor, unable to name the victims. The Auto was headed north when it veered and struck the bridge abutment, the crash prompting investigation and the recovery of rough papers on the bodies.
Two youths were arrested after stealing a family automobile in Chambershire Pa. Police, acting on a tip, traced the car to a nearby gas station where a confrontation occurred. The owner, identified as Gere EckNard, declined to press charges while the youths were held for their parents' custody pending further action.
The new government faces a fragile start as parliamentary support remains unsettled. Coalition talk centers on the Christian Democratic party and allied groups, with May outcomes unclear and earlier cabinet backing facing lukewarm reception.
Baffling garbled notice from Altoona reports a fatal incident involving Pratt and an unnamed youth. It mentions a pre-dawn event and names Byer and Yellin Whitgat Byer with unclear roles. The text reads like damaged OCR with many garbled phrases and broken sentences.
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