31 May 1956
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1956
Page
1
A partial OCR snippet mentions a tax executive for a school board and a person named Eric Alte noting a figure of 156 at Corey School. The readability is limited but indicates discussion of district tax measures or school funding and a named individual associated with the Corey School.
A fragmentary line reports percentages and figures with unclear subjects. The readable portion hints at a comparison or rate but lacks identifiable names places or events to anchor a concise news item.
Washington officials said many top Soviet figures would be invited to visit the United States. President Eisenhower and key aides weighed whether to accept a Soviet invitation after Moscow's June 24 aviation day. Twining and Air Force leaders pushed for an invitation while allies urged caution. The decision balanced expanding military contact with Russia against maintaining vigilance amid Cold War tensions.
Francis Doc Duke, lifelong city resident and mason by trade, died suddenly at Cory Memorial Hospital after complications following surgery. A World War I veteran of the 28th Division, he was a member of St Thomas Church and the Elks among others. Survived by his wife Fern, son Dugit Duke, daughter Mrs Florence Dempsey, and brother A Duke Covey, with many relatives. Funeral arrangements and burial at St Thomas Church Cemetery set for 4 p.m. Sunday. Burial at St. Phong Cemetery.
The holiday period yielded about 110 predicted deaths, with roughly 10 percent fewer fatalities on highways. Twelve states and the District of Columbia logged a holiday with no fatal accidents, while drownings reached 29 and other violent deaths totaled 40 nationwide. Safety officials urged stronger efforts for future holidays.
The UN Command accuses North Korea and China of using the commission as a shield while hiding armed activities. It demands halt of teleoperations and a pullback into the neutral zone. North Korea says it will reduce its armed forces and accelerates plans to mobilize 400 000 troops, with China and North Korea denying the charges. The commission’s members include representatives from Sweden Switzerland Czechoslovakia and Poland and accuse the North of violations while other diplomats question the evidence and intent.
Smith is renamed to the Milk Commission as Gov Leider delays confirmation. Jamin Hy Wellyt Waynexboro and Cumberland County residents are noted. The interim appointment, tied to a $10,000 figure, faces Senate resistance and a potential adjournment.
Representatives of United Steelworkers and 3 major producers including U S Steel and Bethlelhem Steel opened unprecedented joint bargaining talks. About 350,000 union members would gain in proposals for substantial wage increases and benefit programs, with sessions set to resume in York Tomorrow ahead of broader industry negotiations.
The Interstate Commerce Commission revises braking system requirements to reduce runaways on highways after deadly crashes in San Francisco and New York. Rules push continuous air and vacuum monitoring, emergency train signals, and dash warning devices. The Aero Supply Co holds a license to make an approved emergency brake, with Everready Emergency Brake Co developing the system.
A Pittsburgh jury found Thompson guilty of murder in the first degree for the fatal shooting of Wallace Russell, a 57 year old bartender, on September 14, 1949. The case, tied to a 1950 conviction and retrial proceedings, reflects ongoing post trial proceedings and the impact of an electrocution sentence being postponed pending appeal.
The signed bill makes Warren and Danville eligible for emergency aid due to hurricane damage. It covers Moody and surrounding areas including Pennhury, Golinty, Prints Park, Morton Homestead, Deingrare Colty, Warelor, Roo Chirey, Moottsimmer, and related townships. State officials urged rapid disbursement to support homes and businesses recovering from the floods.
Campaign coverage shows Kefauver and Stevenson courting voters for California's Democratic presidential primary while Stevenson gains in Florida where he won a slim majority. Florida delegates split with Stevenson securing 12,000 votes to Kefauver's 200,447 statewide, amid accusations about Stevenson’s veto record in Florida former governor tenure. The piece notes Eisenhower Republicans plotting influence as the nominating convention nears.
French Prime Minister Mollet confronts a confidence vote as Algeria unrest deepens. Assembly friction centers on policy, security measures, and reforms for the North African territory. Dispatches report rebel actions, French casualties, and military plans amid mounting domestic pressure.
The city paid tribute to its war dead at a Veterans Day service led by the local Veterans Of Foreign Wars post. Over 100 residents gathered as speakers from city and military groups, including W. W. Walertiousa, addressed the assembly. Rev. O. B. Kelly opened with invocation, followed by remarks from local officials, Boy Scouts, and veteran groups emphasizing unity and patriotic duty. A benediction closed the program as attendees reflected on fallen servicemen.
Four year old Debri Gifford of 412 Main Street East Abby suffered severe burns at home when boiling liquid spilled as she and siblings moved about. other local residents, including Mrs Minty Hoffman and John Freebourn, experienced injuries ranging from lacerations to scalp wounds in separate incidents yesterday and Tuesday. A Corry Memorial Hospital treated several patients with varying injuries from workplace and domestic accidents, including a 26 year old Corry Jamestown Manufacturing Corp. employee and a steel company worker.
A youth named Jewell pleaded guilty to disorderly conduct after an incident on North Center Street involving police at a chase. He was fined and ordered to pay costs with a promise to pay by June, bond posted, and magistrate George Gat McHeKtOrditys overseeing the case.
A 17 year old, Robert Brege, was charged with first degree murder in the fatal shooting of his stepfather Harry Lannen at their home on the Nutech road near Jamestown. Lannen died from a bullet wound to the chest early Tuesday. Virginia Lannen, the widow, said she does not believe her son committed the crime and that he found the body after being alerted. Brege waived examination and was ordered held for grand jury in Chautauqua County Jail. The June grand jury will consider this case along with another first degree murder charge against James Carter, 34, jailed for a shooting in the Boomertown area.
President Dwight D. Eisenhower warned supporters against complacency and urged hard work for a steady middle of the road governance. He spoke at a Citizens for Eisenhower event in New York advocating a Republican Congress to bolster his administration and national security aims.
Governor plans a Middle East and Europe tour with his wife and son Michael. Officials say the trip will be funded by union sponsors and a bond corporation. He will depart New York by plane and visit several sites including a forest dedication.
Reports from NICOSIA describe civil unrest surrounding a British military base on Cyprus south coast. An explosion injures a worker. British troops search the site detecting exposed mines. Strikes by Cypriot workers follow amid rising fear of further accidents. Five deaths and widespread clashes are noted with British and Greek Cypriot casualties.
Senator McClellan a Democrat from Arkansas urged accelerating U S military air power and suggested diverting part of a 400 million foreign aid bridge fund to finance stronger air forces. He sits on the Appropriations Committee amid a defense budget debate that could raise Air Force funds by one to five billion dollars and possibly boost Army funding. He warned progress is too slow and must be accelerated to strengthen U S air power against Soviet threats.
Officials authorize George Hartley to operate an automobile auction on West Smith Street with rules: no body or repair work, no parking on the wrong line, and double signs attached to mall vehicles. Public protest not recorded, hearing held Tuesday night in Elly. restrictions limit lot activity to auctions within set boundaries.
A holiday voyage aboard the Canadiana from Crystal Beach to Buffalo ended in widespread violence as white and Black youths rioted aboard the ship. Police detained nine Buffalo youths. three Negro teensages were jailed. About 15,000 to 20,000 people attended the park event with most passengers described as Black. several dozen injured and treated, with a chaotic scene on board the crowded vessel.
Police report a southbound vehicle jumped a curb on Washington Street near North Center, damaging a shop and two cars. No injuries were recorded. Dolores Barber reported a collision at Pilch Sterling area, with estimated damages around $300 to the Barber property and a second vehicle.
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