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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1957
Page
1
Fragmentary 1981 classified style note mentioning a duplex at 1 Second Avenue with extra lot, kitchen, and utilities, plus brief references to rent or sale terms and a drive to restock. The readable portions show little coherent detail and no concrete offer or buyer actions.
A violent incident unfolds as a burglar shoots and kills two police officers and escapes in a stolen car. The pursuit spans multiple locations, with officers pursuing through residential areas and hills. Authorities describe a chaotic scene and ongoing investigation with multiple firearms recovered.
Industrial Development Committee pushes for $80,000 loans to acquire Aero Supply real estate. By noon only $51,100 secured with employees pledging up to $500. Committee fears not meeting the $80,000 goal by 5 p.m. but plans an afternoon wrapup to salvage Aero Supply operations and keep it in the community.
Retailers and citizens weigh options for a centralized Christmas display to lure shoppers. They favor citywide cooperation with the Chamber of Commerce but fear downtown lighting losses if a central display is adopted.
The Pennsylvania Turnpike features a ribbon cutting by Joseph J. Lawler acting for Governor Lander. The 15 mile extension connects Chinchilla near Scranton to DuPont. Attendees included industrial leaders, former governors Armitage and Fine, and officials from Pennsylvania and New York.
A U S Navy Observatory report says no moon landing occurred during Russia's 40th revolution anniversary celebrations. Scientists watched the moon through the night as part of ongoing International Geophysical Year studies. Despite a clear full moon, no decisive lunar event or rendezvous was observed or announced.
A 65 year old Corry man, Roy S. Wii, was struck by Bruce Rankin’s auto on West Washington Street at 8 18 p m. He suffered a left shoulder injury and was taken to the hospital after an x ray. Rankin claimed speed under 25 mph and skid marks showed impact. Police investigated and Rankin aided the wounded man. The incident occurred near the VEW area during a south to north crossing.
The Chest Drive campaign reports $6,721 collected today toward a $40,262 tally, with an overall aim of $46,020. Officials note limited time remains and that two divisions show shortfalls, including School Employes and Professional groups, while the porchlight drive added $149 citywide.
Shanley announces bid for Republican nomination to the U S Senate in New Jersey. The 54 year old former Eisenhower appointments secretary cites need for GOP victories locally and nationally amid recent campaign setbacks and a governorship loss. Marlon Brando’s wife Anna Kashfi hospitalized for diagnostic studies after arrival in Hollywood, doctors say a checkup was performed.
President Eisenhower plans a nationwide radio and television address from the White House tonight at 8:20 p.m. to discuss scientific progress and national security amid Soviet space milestones. ABC and NBC will carry the remarks, with wall-to-wall coverage of the policy speech and related political reactions at a special Cabinet meeting.
Reports say United States researchers are pursuing new fuels for rockets to improve performance for long range missiles. Solid propellents are highlighted as advancing toward rivaling liquid fuels, with a Birmingham Utah test plant capable of two million pounds thrust. Russia reportedly tested a rocket delivering 820,000 pounds of thrust for potential ICBM use.
United States monitors Soviet space activity amid reports of Sputnik 11 and a second dogged satellite. Observatories track lunar passes and possible earth satellite launches. Officials note Sputnik 2 or 3 could be aboard with dogs or equipment. The race to space continues as scientists report telemetry on heart action and respiration from the satellite.
A chaotic, OCR rough report describes a Moscow parade of Soviet missiles and troops marking the Bolshivik Revolution, highlighting mobility and power. It mentions intermediate range weapons, artillery based on new propulsion, and a large display claimed to include warheads. Observers note no new military technology. officials emphasize strength amid diplomatic scrutiny.
Western delegates hailed a 37 to 9 General Assembly vote approving a 24 nation disarmament proposal. Diplomats doubted how to force Soviet participation, with Russia as the sole opposition bloc. Officials predicted a tough path to real negotiations, as Western fans saw the vote pressuring Moscow toward talks despite distrust.
At the San Aranvemazam–With o' of urgency session in the Opera House, A. Herter warned delegates that nationalism sweeps Asia and noted 10 sovereign births since World War I. He urged a westward focus toward Asia, mutual interdependence, and the proper use of cultural diplomacy to avoid political manipulation.
State College Moonwatch members reported Sputnik II at Pinegrove Milly Station. David White remarks the satellite appears similar to others, brightens quickly, and is visible near the horizon around 8:90 a.m. The team notes it moves from faint to bright and plans further observations.
The Air Force released a report rebuking claims of 100 sightings of flying saucers across the country. It warned there is no physical evidence or material trace of any object, and no basis to conclude interplanetary space craft or national security threat. The Pentagon said the findings do not confirm alien or advanced Russian space activities.
Six area youths were arrested after a police investigation into vandalism at a rural schoolhouse and church building used as community space. Four teens, aged 14 to 16, were detained for juvenile court processing. two 19-year-olds from Wattubury, Robert Bush and David Yost, appeared before Justice of the Peace for malicious mischief charges and were released on bond.
AFL-CIO cites actions by the UTW Union after corruption charges. George Meany says the merged labor group still trusts trade union leaders if seven officers comply with instructions. UTW presidents and treasurer resigned and a new accountant and system will be installed. Union counsel removal and governance changes follow AFL-CIO demands.
Governors Averell Harriman of New York and G Mennet Williams of Michigan invited 10 northern state colleagues to a December meeting in New York City to plan a program addressing racial and discriminatory issues. Participants include Robert Dreyer of New Jersey and George W. Leslie of Pennsylvania, both Democrats, with a conference set for November 8 in Detroit to draft the agenda.
Bulletin from The Time State notes WARIENGTON dismissed Cam pmcuist party chief NTKite Kir slwhey midweek call for an East-Wrat summit. The State Department said Kirusholev’s proposed meeting would be possible only with reasonable grounds for expected benefits and fronts.
Seek County Planning Board discussed selecting one of seven applicants for the top post and approved interviewing a candidate. A tentative budget of 20100 was proposed based on peers' experience, suggesting costs around 33 per person for the area, including 10000 residents living outside the county. Bids for a survey ranged from 21500 for one month to 132000 for two years, with several members set to attend a regional planning meeting in Pilotsburg on November 15. Representing Corry at last night’s session was S. B. Andersen.
Voters approved multiple questions in a Philadelphia area election amid garbled OCR text about referenda and absentee ballots. The report lists vote counts such as 1007465 and 286,609 across precincts and mentions a proposal to fund a war-related program. names like Bergman and Roberta Tossellinh appear but context is unclear due to text corruption.
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