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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Nov 23, 1955

Page

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Corry Man Sentenced to Die in Electric Chair

Former Corry resident Joseph Reade was found guilty of first degree murder in the slayings of his brother's wife and her 19 month old daughter. The jury returned no mercy recommendation. Justice Hagerty will impose the mandatory sentence next Friday December 2, with a mandatory appeal to follow in the State Court of Appeals in Albany.

Mayville State Court of Appeals Tri Albany Willi Hie Hoor Willis J. Small Hyme Ts Elostne Miltdeter Marne Maine Jamestown Joseph's Homie George Junior Republic Corrections School IBM

Mueller Commerce Aide Named in Roosevelt Era Shuffle

President Eisenhower accepts resignation of Commerce official Teetor and names Frederick W. Mulley of Grand Rapids as assistant secretary of commerce. Teetor, once target of CIO attacks, had remained board member of Perfect Circle. Rumors swirl over confirmation delays and related defense and research appointments.

FTES Washington Iwnhower Viet Hin Lottis Poeter Commere Frederick WW. Mulley Grand Rapids Mich Yenituee Masufnoeurgy Surro Ars of Commerce Teetor Perfect Circle Corp Joe CIO Webbs Cirdle Ind Difford Cook Furius Vie Univerity of Buffalo Axsistant Defense For Donald A. Quarles Air Force Mugler Furnow Senate Perivenes Perfect Circle Cicr George Wig Tadlarim Ferestec

Grandmother 36 Perishes In Fire At Pleasant Gap

A 36 year old grandmother died in a fire at Pleasant Gap near State College PA. The two family dwelling burned quickly in the morning. Norman W. Emeigh, son-in-law, rescued his wife and two year old daughter from a second floor window but was injured. The couple, including a second family, escaped with minor injuries to their children. detailed names and exact relations are unclear in the fragment.

State College Luther Emeith Fleaxant Gap Aimes Norman W Bsisible Len Struble Emeigh

Eisenhower backs Benson amid farm policy pressures

Gettysburg Pa November headlines report President Eisenhower maintaining support for Agriculture Secretary Benson despite Republican intraparty attacks over farm price declines. Press Secretary Hagerty dismissed resignations and Milton Eisenhower’s alleged intervention, stressing the President alone appoints cabinet members and will not replace Benson.

Gettysburg Birnhower John S. Eisenhower Cabinet National Security Council Inge Camp David Eisenhower Secretary of Agriculture Benson Jst Denver James C. Hagerty Administration pFeanton Benson Hagerty Fémieres Milton 5 Hugerty New York Milton Eisenhower Henson

Woman Acquitted Of Murder Charge Dy nted Press

Arlington jury acquits Elizabeth Gorlokl aged 40 of murder in the slaying of her husband after they argued over pork chops for dinner. Deliberations lasted six hours. The defense cited self defense claims and emotional distress from the May 27 incident.

Arlington Miethu Aergiwih

Baghdad Pact nations wind up talks in Baghdad

Baghdad Pact members conclude talks in Baghdad as Lebanon and Jordan are expected to join the group by next spring. The United States has begun military aid and observers attended the inaugural meeting. The group aims to coordinate political, military and economic cooperation in the Middle East amid Arab tensions and regional opposition.

Lebanon Jordan Associated Press Baghdad Triq Diderase Ehuse Aereskian Ganiaition Allinner Ineliit Turkey Pakistan Tron Bete Win United States Aleaty W. J) Gollan Hie John H. Cissady Trnq Soviet Union NATO Britain Southeast Asia Prital Pele Middle East Harold Mucrlton Fila Merwis Kanese Camille Chamoun Beirut Feynt Ant Salif Arabia Jordans Joineeria Egypt Saud Arqua

Mrs Woodward to Testify Before Grand Jury Friday

Mrs Woodward plans to appear before a grand jury session in Nico County to address the killing of her husband, William Woodward. Her lawyer says she will testify and waive immunity if necessary, facing possible prosecution while denying the shooting was self defense.

Nika County Grand Jury Mirmy Gurfein New York Ily Grand Jnry William Woodward Woodard Hug Woodward Hayeck

Bank Robbery Sought in Ohio Three Bandits

Ansormen SENTON Ohio police sought three men who robbed about $10,000 from the First National Bank of Nearby Borest yesterday. Bank officials described forcing workers and customers into an open vault before fleeing. A car believed stolen earlier in the day may be connected. The incident mirrors a prior 1954 holdup with a lone gunman may be involved.

Ansormen Ain McElroy Mansfeld Adquist

Scott Land Use Costs City 764 Dollars

City solicitor Roger Brown reported that a land damage case involving a sewer line on Mrs Aus Blakeslee Beott and Mrs Beatty Aled property in Erin was heard by three viewers on November 16. The award totals 550 dollars plus 214.50 interest from 1049, with a final amount of 1,485.50 dollars to be ordered, and an appeal contemplated by Wine Bowes. The case stemmed from tax actions and prior borrowing.

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Pittsburg Session Sets Next Meeting Date

Limited legible text indicates Pittsburgh session set for March with names Louit and Noll involved. Further details are unclear due to OCR errors.

Louit Pittsburgh Sevnton Harti Mir Seatenday

Corry’s police force smaller than similar size cities

Corry’s police staff is smaller than in most cities of comparable population. The International City Managers Association notes Corry has a lower per 1000 population staffing level than peers, with about 1.49 officers per 1000, and most comparable towns run 1.46 to 1.38 per 1000. The analysis discusses funding, costs, and the role of police in prevention.

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Far-Reaching Passport Ruling Is Handed Down

Washington based ruling by District Judge Youngdahl limits use of confidential information in passport denials. He demands a quasi judicial hearing for Leonard B. Boudin and orders a hearing within 20 days, signaling the first court ordered passport hearing. The decision questions use of Communist affiliation in denials and stresses proof and due process.

Associated Press Washington State Department Passport Office Youngdant Pwite Y. Wroheht Youngdahl Te Meunis Leonard B Boudin New York Communist Party Boudin Youngdad

Missing Buffalo Girl Sparks Police Search

Buffalo Police hunt for Lola May Banterly a first grader who vanished after a school dismissal. Father Gasper Easterly says she did not return home from school yesterday around 4 p.m. Neighbors reported last sightings near candy stores as authorities widen the search.

Lola Thn Ikerts Gasper Police Cherker Soholinme

Up License Fee Proposal Affects Wagons and Motors

A proposed increase in vehicle license fees would redefine wagon and motor vehicle charges, applying higher registration rates nationwide. The plan, led by Rep. Redwinds Democratic floor leader, aims to raise the assessment to 18 mills for all suburban motor vehicles, with other bills advancing to committee to permit higher third-cut taxes and modify the BO mill rate from 15 to 18 on each dollar of assessed valuation for general revenue.

Houe Rap

Brazil Moves to State of Siege Amid Coup Tensions

Brazil's Congress approved a state of siege led by Provisional President Nerelim Ramos to block any Supreme Court ruling restoring Joxo Cate Filho. Cate remained under house arrest with telecoms cut and troops outside his residence as Congress and army leaders maneuver to prevent Kubitschek's January 31 presidency.

Rio DE Janeiro Congress Corr Joxo Cate Filho Brax Nerelim Ramos Senate Chamber of Cate Cates Ro Uni Supreme Court Ramos Cale Serge Rutos Cafe Henrique ‘Teixeira Lott Juscelino Kubitschek Kubitschek Getullo Vargas Cate Tos Coimbra da Lua Chamber of Deputies Lott Lua Luz Air Force Case Varkus Sulicide

Rescue 52 On Radar Island in the Atlantic

In the North Atlantic 110 miles out a week of storm ends as 37 refugees from a radar island, including Navy officials and two AP staffers, reach Boston after being rescued from a damaged platform. An Aleutian Island tug captain guided El-Sol to the tower amid 25‑foot waves, with a crane operator aiding the last transfer.

Boston North Atlantic Navy Washington Associated Press Patrick Oarlough Ming Carlough Tom Barrett Gurlough

Aero Furloughs 76 Employes

Aero Supply Mach Go announced a furlough affecting most workers with 46 in the shop and 30 in the office. The workforce cut totals 821,744 dollars over the next eight months as the firm balances its budget amid a planned reduction in staff.

Aero Supply Whlott Exfiari Bysuese

Worker Burns When Oil Ignites At Spartanburg Plant

James Willis, 18, of Spartansburg, suffered burns to both legs after oil splashed during a mishap at the Amisty McFadden Block Plant on S54 Shady Avenue. He was treated at Curry Manimal Hospital after the incident.

Amisty McFadden Shady Avenue James Willis Spartansburg Curry Manimal Hospital Dirst

Budget Sessions In Jamestown Council Room

City intends to adopt budget practice in public sessions this year reversing past secrecy. Mayor-elect Garl F. Sanford says opening budget session and all future meetings will be public with promised transparency. Corry previously used secret talks for years. Jamestown officials note no indication of change, but a regular meeting is set for next Monday with budget disclosure planned.

Jamestown Corry Garl F. Sanford Hin Campolan

City Pauses For Thanksgiving Observance

City offices including banks and state facilities will close all day for Thanksgiving. Most nonessential services suspend operations after today with limited hours for food outlets and newsstands. Turkey remains a centerpiece as grocers report strong poultry and other meat sales, while many businesses operate on reduced schedules.

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Union Rejects Pennsylvania Road Proposal

The Transport Workers Union rejected a Pennsylvania road proposal, opposing the plan as unsatisfactory for workers. The vote reflected union concern over job terms and the impact on employees, signaling continued bargaining and no immediate agreement.

Patladelphia Do Transport Workers Union Queler

Measure Wins Passage By 109 To 88 Vote In Harrisburg

In Harrisburg the Senate Finance Committee set hearings for next Wednesday and Thursday as Governor Leader’s plan to tax manufacturers 3 percent advances. The House approved a 3 percent manufacturers tax by 109 to 88, aiming to raise 406 million for the current plan, with lawmakers noting likely further shifts in Senate action and exemptions amid a heated revenue debate.

Associated Press Harrisburg Senate Finance Committee House Commonwealth Senate Kessler Saster Sen Muhany Ender Pechan Lovett O'Neil D-Clearfield Smith Rep Reudinger Abe Akela Yous Gore

President Hall To Air Party Matters

President Hall plans to air party matters next Monday in a broadcast. Details outline discussion of Eisenhower second term prospects, with remarks on campaign strategy and potential film features to accompany the program.

Hall

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