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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 14, 1955
Page
1
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FBI alleges 23 year old John Gilbert Graham sabotaged a United Airlines flight. His mother Daisy Kisip died in the crash. he allegedly insured her for 97 600. Authorities say the bomber's plan failed when the aircraft exploded near Denver. He faces federal charges and possible long prison term.
Local Auxiliary reports poppy sales totaling 235 dollars collected over Friday and Saturday at 8235. A first prize of 2 dollars went to Charles Pound for the top sale and a second prize to Joly Patterson. Forty five children helped distribute poppies on Corry Street to aid veterans and child welfare programs.
Washington racketeer Joe Adonis agreed to deport himself by January in exchange for avoiding nine years in prison for perjury. His attorney William H. Calhoun said the deal was arranged with prosecutors. Adonis had been sentenced in April 1934 to eight months to two years for perjury before a Senate crime committee.
14 year old Tor Fijik admitted the elaborate kidnapping tale he told his mother was a cruel hoax. Sheriff Todman said Fijik broke down under questioning after his claim tied to the triple slaying of Jonni 13 Anton 1 and Robert Peterson 14, found dead nearly a month earlier. He said he invented the story to comfort Eleanor Schuessler, hoping to ease her worry about the unsolved murders.
Police hunt Thr Russell Tongay a former Florida prisoner serving a manslaughter sentence for his five year old daughter's death escaped during hospital transfer. He fled after a hospital desk incident prompting a statewide alert. Playwright Robert B. Sherwood, 59, dies in New York after a heart attack.
A freak thunderstorm struck the Corry area as warm week end weather shifted with a 20 mph west wind. Temperatures fell from the high 40s to near 60s with a rainy downpour totaling about 0. The weather reversed predictions of a Canadian cold wave catching residents by surprise.
Springfield mass police say a business executive killed his wife and two sons then killed himself. Allison R Sanger 41 admitted embezzlement of about 60 000 from Brooks Co He was vice president and general manager and had worked there 25 years.
Associated Press reports North American Aviation test pilot George Smith survived a nearly supersonic descent after a 35 000 foot dive when the cockpit control jammed and his parachute opened too late. He suffered severe injuries including liver damage and long-term eye damage but was rescued days later by fishermen.
In Harrisburg Republicans press for a sales tax cut as the sole basis for a tax package to fix the commonwealth finances. News says plans for a 425 million dollar program may be unveiled within ten days with debates on income tax options and constitutional changes.
Girard State Police report a motorist was robbed of 400 dollars on Ryan Hill four miles south of Fainviewstaam. The victim Felt did not report the incident immediately. A suspect was described as a man seen waving a shovel and threatening the driver before fleeing.
Martin Durkin, longtime labor leader and Democrat figure, died in Washington at age 61 after a prolonged illness. He served as President Eisenhower's first Secretary of Labor and led the AD itil WA Union, with much of his later career in hospital care.
Reported by Ansociated Press Moscow rejects immediate Soviet Bloc access to United Nations membership. U S diplomat Dulles reportedly prepared to abstain on four Communist states Romania Hungary Bulgaria Albania. Outer Mongolia remains a contentious issue with Western allies split on admitting Communist states. Lodge indicates US opposition may persist despite shifts.
A morning crash on West Main Street involved several vehicles including a car driven by Glen Jeo and an additional car operated by Robert MacDonald. Police report multiple injuries and possible further charges as they investigate suspects and collect statements. Damage costs include at least $60 to a front of a vehicle and reported bleeding injuries.
President Eisenhower departed Washington with Mrs Eisenhower for a six week recuperation at a Gettysburg farm home. The trip aims to determine plans for a possible second term as aides noted his heart attack recovery.
Sen Morst iD Orey backs a wide open Democratic convention and will avoid presidential primaries in Oregon. He denies plans to run as a favorite son candidate and insists he is solely focused on the Senate. The piece notes speculation around Adlai Stevenson Kefauver Estes Kefauver and others for the 1958 nomination with a Chicago meeting looming.
A multi person crash on Route West Columbia Street extension left several injured. Lrolid Ludsley 68 of RD 2 Union City and Miss Barbara Ann Allott were involved. Ludsley later discharged with unspecified injuries and Allott remained hospitalized with head injuries. Policemen noted vehicle control loss and a subsequent crash near Posty. one victim cited a $2500 damage estimate.
H Howara W Laviland of asount Maintree andi recently cashier at Citizens National Bank died last night at Menara Hospital at 7 18 following lisgeti ng the Mr Loveland resigned from the bank staff last month due to ill health. He lived at various times over the past year, attended local schools and graduated from Pennsylvithia State University. Survived by wife May 27 1914 one son Kenneth L ROM 4 Gorey one daughter Mrs Geoviee eForiHith Hefleforite and several grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at Bracken General Home and WGtenth Avenue at 11 am Wednesday with Rev George Myers officiating.
Provisional President Eduardo Lonardi takes office in Buenos Aires as Maj Gen Pedro Eugenio Aramburu is sworn in to form a new government. The coup ousted Peronist rule in a move the exiled Peron called treason while supporters shouted approval as the junta pledged to stamp out Peronist influence and restore democracy.
A Columbus couple reported burglars stole a car and a large cash sum, about 4150, from their home. Police said the suspects were two youths aged 14 and 16, who fled on morning patrol after breaking in. Detectives investigated entry into the Lindhes home and a tavern offer, with lead developments involving a local cafe and Beagle warnings to hunters.
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