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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1955
Page
1
Government panels weigh tighter safety rules for the Salk polio vaccine amid scarcity and calls to slow inoculations in schools. Health officials consider dosage reductions and altered injection methods to preserve supply while delaying summer campaigns.
Former combat pilot Lt John M Conroy attempted a dawn takeoff from San Fernando Valley Airport to complete a coast to coast roundtrip, planning multiple refuel stops and aiming to return to Los Angeles by nightfall. He flew a Sabrejet in a mission aligned with Armed Forces Day and has prior WWII service including a Distinguished Flying Cross and a Medal.
About 100 people including five from Corry heard William Warrick of the state Department of Highways urge more road funding at the mid year meeting of the Route Association Loreal Chamber of Commerce in Wellaboro. Secretary E. F. Betles was elected secretary treasurer, replacing John Brandemore who retired after 26 years. The assembly, with Mayor Earl T Cherry and Assemblyman W W Waterhouse, discussed progress on Route 6 improvements and association projects for the year.
Michiel Behson eight year old son of Mr and Mrs Emory Benson of 418 Second Avenue was injured yesterday afternoon when he collided with a car driven by Louis J Tewinkle sixty two of Clymer. He was treated at Corry Memorial Hospital for abrasions to the right cheek left chest and multiple contusions and released after X rays showed no fracture. Police said the accident occurred at about 445 pm when the boy darted from the south curb and struck the eastbound car on West Pleasant Street.
West New York New Jersey authorities say Alfred Carpenter 35 of Hollis murdered Mrs Jonny Empson 26, who had spurned his marriage proposal in 1950, then shot himself beside her after a store stabbing. A doctor failed to save the baby delivered by emergency cesarean.
Babson Park column urges using telephones to curb downtown crowding and auto accidents. Merchants should install customer call phones and promote telephone orders to keep shoppers from staying home and reduce bumper to bumper traffic.
Duff and Aiken expect Ike to seek a second term and delay any official announcement until next year. They cite Ike’s broad esteem and note Democratic officials may intensify opposition through criticisms of his administration. Duff and Aiken discussed the matter after visiting the White House and Philadelphia mayoral candidate Longstreth.
The administrator of the Hoxsey Cancer Clinic in Portage Cambria County refused to answer government investigators questions invoking the fifth amendment. He provided only his name age address and occupation as officials press for details on the clinic’s controversial treatment and shipments.
Report from Saigon states a government order arrests two aides of Bao Dai on treason charges. The case centers on plans to weaken Diem and support a rival regime. Key figures named include Nguyen Van Thanh and others linked to the Can Dal revolt and Bao Dai’s inner circle.
The 167th General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church in the United States urged speeding up refugee admissions. The assembly asked the clerk to send the request to President Eisenhower, Secretary Dulles, and relief administrator McLeod. An appeal from the World Council of Churches was endorsed for study by presbyteries and churches.
AP News Briefs report arrests of civilians by federal police amid an alleged clerical plot to overthrow the government. Headlines linked to church state tensions after constitutional amendments vote. Tokyo radio cites Indian official remarks on China and Formosa with a top adviser to Prime Minister Nokiru aboard a plane.
Frank Ay Dahl, 30, of 968 East Mill Street, admitted guilty to operating a motor vehicle under the influence after police arrested him at 12 20 this morning on Main Street. He was held at the police station, examined, and ordered to appear before a judge next week with plans to plead guilty.
Senator Gore says he is confident of victory for the Democratic road construction bill he sponsors, while Senator Martin R plans a substitute aligned with Eisenhower’s highway plan. The fight centers on funding levels for a five to ten year program and the source of funds, with the administration’s plan favoring a bond and federal gas taxes. The debate continues into midweek with votes anticipated soon.
Four armed men robbed a Jacksonville bank yesterday as a teller described being forced to help stage the heist. The robbers, wearing work clothes and masks, used silencers and escaped with about $40,000 after threatening a teller and his family. A witness reported the men warned of deadly violence if any alarm sounded.
A two vehicle collision occurred when Leroy Luis 46 of Sues Row Columbus rear ended a northbound vehicle on North Center Street. Forrey Otten 45 of RD 3 Spartans bike sustained minor damage. Police estimate left front bumper damage at two thousand dollars. investigation ongoing.
The Corry Area Schools Authority will meet next Wednesday at 6 p.m. at the Area High School to consider a Joie Board recommendation that a gas line be laid for a medical facility serving Higuy and Concord and Wayne Township. The panel expects approval as it plans to delegate line decisions to the Joint Board and Joint Committee. Bills regarding the start of construction on the new 13 room millcharge will also be on the agenda along with other items.
Settlement completed ending a nationwide rail tieup that disrupted work for over 75,000 workers across multiple regions. The shutdown caused millions of dollars in lost wages and involved significant violence, highlighting the scale of the labor dispute.
Report details a 68 day telephone strike and a complete settlement of a railroad walkout affecting over 75000 workers in the South. It notes wage losses, property damage, and freight delays while contract terms promise a one year agreement ratifiable by May 27 with no lockouts during the term.
Unclear notices indicate Corry polio vaccination dates were canceled or postponed. Officials say vaccines will be administered when available with distribution to start after school sessions and no transport issues anticipated. parents to be informed of dates.
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