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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1956
Page
8
A garbled crime trial record references defendants with multiple counts and varying dispositions. It notes a study of sentence delays and lists several named individuals and judges, including Evans and Barrow, with references to unpaid debts and deferred sentences.
Archie A Patton dies suddenly at his Corry home on January 21. He lived in the city most of his life and was a retired worker from multiple local firms. Survived by wife Jeria Pion and several children, services set for tomorrow afternoon at 2 o clock with burial in Pine Crow Cemetery.
The 28th Division memorial shrine near St. Louis Concordia Cen near Highway 333 was dedicated in ceremonies honoring World War I and II fallen. Lt Henry Jamison French, an adviser to the division, received wreaths as the 13th Infantry Monument and new markers were unveiled. Pierre Gabard, the French consul, laid a wreath on French service member Lamy’s grave as Roy and Purman provided the main ceremony.
President Ike woke after 27 holes of golf amid confusion over his condition and health. Doctors, including General Howard M. Shysors, stated no serious change as he prepared a farm property tour with neighbor George E Aten, marking a quiet day since the earlier September 24 incident.
Corry Band reports tonight at Mead Park. Automobiles for sale, featuring ribs and upholstery services by Schroder method. Dry soapless suds ensure perfect cleaning with next-day service. Dial 2-541.
A 1955 automobile sale issue advertises many used cars with deals before Decoration Day. Promises free gasoline with every used car sold and lists Chevrolet, Ford, Mercury, Packard, DeSoto, Dodge, Plymouth models with prices and conditions. Open evenings and Saturdays. Trades and guarantees offered.
The ad lists numerous used cars for sale including a 1950 Mercury Convertible, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air, 1953 Mercury Monterey, 1954 Chevrolet Bel Air, and 1953 Mercury Spur Coupe among others. It notes radio, heater, overdrive, power features, two tone paints, and mentions an inspection valid until January 31 with business hours and a contact phone number.
A garbled advertisement page lists numerous properties for sale or rent including a 7 West Pleasand street house with several rooms and baths, a 18 West South street home, a 4th Avenue income property, and rural parcels. Many entries note prices, beds, utilities, and location hints across Franklin Street, Central Street, West Washington, and more, with broker names like Cobbett, Spath-Jarrett, and Scobbetta.
Wholesale prices and market quotes from New York claim a steady day with varied bid levels. A fatal accident in Allegheny County Hospital followed a crane collapse during a street intersection rescue attempt, prompting a police and hospital response.
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