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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 16, 1955
Page
1
A top administration official says Geneva failure has revived the cold war and the White House will re-examine policies and adjust as needed. He notes shifts may occur in foreign aid emphasis, but expects no major policy drift and calls the Geneva talks a failure.
President Eisenhower will begin work on the 1951 budget with Secretary Weeks and other aides flying in from Washington. Weather disrupted plans at Gettysburg airport, delaying official calls today while Dulles travels for foreign ministers conference. A White House briefing signals a busy schedule including cabinet and security council meetings next week.
Secretary of State Dulles, returning from Ceylon, will promptly arrange a trip to the Far East. The likely aim is a meeting of the Southeast Asia Treaty Organisation ministerial council. Dates target February or March with visits possibly to Japan, South Korea, South Vietnam, or regional centers in the area.
John Gilbert Graham, 23, father of two, to be arraigned on a murder charge in the dynamiting of a United Air Lines plane. The blast killed Graham's mother and 43 others. The case was turned over to Denver officials for filing by US Attorney Donald Kelley. The complaint accuses Graham of murdering Daisy E King, 54, in Denver. The bomb exploded after takeoff near Longmont. Graham, held without bond, showed little emotion and was under heavy security. FBI involvement followed a neighbor tip about a gun hidden in luggage.
Union City mother Louise Fish Stowe was jailed after her infant son was found in a garbage van. Winton Gill and Marvin Petty received indefinite prison terms and child support orders were set. the baby, Bobby, now 3, was placed in protective care as officials review living arrangements for his custody with relatives in Cleveland.
The city saw a wet and windy spell with 11 inches of rain reported at times and a chilly 41 degree low. By morning the temperature rose to 61 degrees and a weather bulletin foresees snow flurries and colder air tomorrow.
A Japanese amateur reportedly killed himself in Manila after a year in jungle captivity. The Philippine military spokesman said Seanman No sort Flnorblew, 33, had earlier faced Philippine army troops and was said to be ashamed to return home.
A 27 year old Corry man died yesterday in what is called a silent death. Deputy Coroner Ri Lawrence Davison reports indications point to poison poisoning while asleep. The case involves a heating unit tied to a hot water radiator in a room at Mund dead in Ik Room. Mrs Fanmis Kozlowski of 16 East Bord Atret testified.
Mead Park Association elected officers and directors at its annual meeting. Roy Reed continues as president with Honey Wheeler as vice president, Hazel Merker as assistant secretary, and Don Williams as secretary by office. Directors re elected for three years include Zalenecke Perry Nichols Louis Sears FB Whittle Roy Reed Clifford Tong and MF Bettes. A committee to study bylaw amendments was formed after the elections. Attendees heard progress reports on park improvements including a new softball field, stocked pond, hobby shop, and added pathways with several projects nearing completion. Estimated costs for park improvements and the hobby shop were discussed, with donations and in kind contributions noted from community members.
AAKHISBURL Gov Lepdar said yesterday he was delighted with AdInL Stoyguisd's declaration of eligibility for the Democratic presidential nomination. The former governor of Tihow announced his candidacy at Chicago. Democratic state leaders threw their support behind Stevenson as the best candidate to lead the party.
Atty William A. Peiffer was named head of a community wide YMCA fund campaign to raise 100000 for a modern building at 14 North Center Street. Peiffer, former Community Chest and H Club leader, emphasized youth leadership and character while noting the drive runs June 2 to February 6.
District attorney details a new arrangement in the Pow Marty case. Charges of gambling and related offenses are dropped, with Pow Marty of Corry Hielvouier set to plead to a single charge before Judge Samuel Rossiter. Other defendants face deferred court dates as bribery and lottery counts are resolved.
A governor backs commutation for former mayor Thomis We Flaties affecting eligibility for a sentence reduction. The plan follows a state party panel report and could allow return to public office after serving a minimum term, with dates and officials referenced in the deliberations.
The Corry Moose Lodge prepares a four day dedication starting tomorrow at 332 East Washington Street. The 80 by 80 foot building cost 850,000 with total outlay including furnishings rising to 585,000. The facility features a large auditorium for dances and meetings and a roll out stage for speakers, plus a skill row bar and modern kitchen facilities to serve parties.
Police say two women were found shot to death in a Queens office building yesterday. Victims Mile Gaz 32 of Fair Lawn New Jersey and Kathleen M Egan 35 of Elmhurst were killed. the motive and shooter remain unknown. Evidence showed the women were attacked from behind and robbed. handbags and a small amount of money were missing.
A jury in Warren Ohio found Ken Von Jordan 18 guilty of first degree murder in the killing of Sylvia Tutor, described as one of Trumbull County’s most brutal crimes. The verdict included a mercy recommendation, sparing a death sentence and mandating a life term.
Harrisburg Sen Dent and Senate Democratic leader say Republicans have a final chance to back an administration tax package. The plan mixes income and manufacturers excise levies with a sales tax veto threat amid debate on meeting frequencies and ballot timing.
William 19 of Bear Lake RD 1 was cited for reckless driving after a 605 East Main Street crash at 5 30 p.m. damaged a utility pole. Passenger Burch Gordens 58 suffered a fractured right hip and multiple lacerations. Gordens and May were hospitalized while pole lines and a 1959 sedan incurred about 475 dollars in damage.
In Allentown two young brothers died in what authorities ruled an accident after a fire near a shack. Fire officials say the brothers William and Davin Stetler were found alongside the structure, with investigators noting the scene suggested a nonintentional ignition.
In Fremont Ohio two men from Pennsylvania were jailed for 1 to 30 years for a hotel robbery tied to a September incident. The court sentenced Charles Lloyd Bond and Edward McLiet Mail sick among those named in the case, with the proceedings conducted by Common Pleas Judge A V Baumann.
A one day strike disrupted activities in Wayne’sburg Virginia affecting local operations and schedules. Rail and road stoppages limited travel and commerce while organizers and officials urged cooperation and orderly conduct during the stoppage period.
Sultan Sidi Mohammed Ben Yous sef arrives in Rabat after a long exile with a civilian parade planned. The welcome features guards, a decorated city, and chants from crowds as talks with France resume on constitutional reform and home status.
The Geneva conference closes with the West rejecting Molotov’s proposed European security statement. Dulles calls the draft a false impression of Western aims and reports the failure to reach agreement on German reunification disarmament and steps to ease barriers. The ministers wind up with only a brief communique and speeches, leaving European settlement prospects remote.
Washington report cites Dean Acheson accusing the Eisenhower administration of widening Truman era errors in the loyalty security program. He argues the policy harms individual liberty and government stability, criticizing secrecy and weaponization of policy.
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