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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1956
Page
1
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United Nations debates mediation with Russia and Egypt over the Suez crisis. Egypt rejects Britain's and France's London plan, favoring a negotiated, international cooperative framework while Nile authority and canal users seek fair terms and revenue shares amid calls for international oversight.
Robert Tunnell, Dota bable chairman, urged plant employees to donate at the bloodmobile. The drive, at Emanuel Episcopal Church in Corry, runs between noon and 4 pm with most donations between 4 and 6 pm. Schedule an appointment if possible.
Airman 25 from Allentown Pennsylvania was killed when his car crashed into a flagstone wall near Patuxent Naval Air Station in Maryland. Investigators described the crash sequence and noted the car struck the wall after leaving a highway.
A long civil court battle began in Portage Court seeking to halt government actions against the Hoxsey Cancer Clinic. Jurors were being selected to hear evidence in a 17 month case centered on unbranded pills seized March 29, 1985, alleged interstate shipment and claims of an effective cancer treatment. Supporters defend the clinic while authorities challenge the safety and legality of the remedy.
Elgin residents discuss forming a borough fire department in Conniensun rus oun Evens tion Week. Community members including Beaverdig Burvesk and Roger Vanderney express interest and plan a session at Huth Giarps in Wiidnesay to explore organizing a volunteer force.
Howard Tannery and J. W. and A B Mowward Tannery firms filed for Chapter reorganize under federal bankruptcy law. Petition seeks court authorization to restructure the company with a detailed plan to be presented later. Bank foreclosure actions by Citizens National Bank on East Mil Street property precipitated the move.
President Eisenhower and Republicans clash with Democrats over nuclear policy as Steven Stevenson mulls reentry. Humphrey releases an arms study on Asia while Bridges questions timing. Truman comments on misreading Stevenson and Truman’s stance on the H-bomb.
Clarence Birdseye, pioneer of the quick freezing process, died in the Gramercy Park Hotel after a long career that transformed frozen foods. He reportedly built his ideas from an experience with a fur trader in Labrador six years ago and built a business worth millions before his death from a heart attack.
The United States faces a split with Britain and France over Suez handling. Dulles seeks to bridge gaps in New York with Lloyd and Pine as Europe blames Washington for independence in colonial issues. Western unity shaken by US stance on Morocco Cypruses Indochina and Suez underlines core security tensions.
Supporters of acting President Julio Lozano claimed victory in a Constituent Assembly election marked by police deployment and gunfire that killed one and wounded nine. The National Union and Reformist parties said they won 36 of 66 seats, securing a majority to elect Lozano as constitutional president, with government supporters claiming presence in 10 of 14 departments including Francisco Morazán where Tegucigalpa lies.
Reported cattle near the Muralinga testing grounds in South Australia were heavily affected by radioactivity after atomic devices exploded. Two more devices are planned at the same site, with cattle slaughtered at Hamilton Downs northeast of Maralinga. Thyroid readings showed unusually high counts, prompting concern from scientists.
Uniontown report states a car struck a utility pole early today injuring five. Among the injured is 84 year old Sara Lake of Farmington, hospitalized with serious injuries. Her daughters Anna Mor, Vi, and Mary Eten, ages 12, were treated for minor injuries. The driver and a 10 year old passenger Beatrice were also injured. The crash prompted a health and safety response with multiple emergency services on scene.
President Eisenhower warned against ending the draft, saying selective service remains indispensable to national safety. He rejected claims it is wasteful and urged maintaining manpower and strength to deter attacks and support world peace.
The Community Chest announces its roster of co chairs and divisions for the coming drive totaling 37 048 dollars. Local citizens will conduct the fund campaign house to house with divisions including Corporations 15000 dollars and Government Banks 9000 dollars, led by Bruce Smith Keith Henton Jack Wilson and others.
Nine members of a Corry family, visiting relatives, lost their Park Avenue home when a blaze damaged the two story frame house Friday. Fire officials say the origin remains under investigation as the interior walls collapsed after the blaze spread through the structure. Emergency aid via the Red Cross and Salvation Army is arranged to provide shelter and clothing.
Harrisburg reports five people died on area roads during the past weekend as authorities review late summer traffic patterns and safety measures. The piece references political turmoil and campaign stops in Western Pennsylvania tied to Eisenhower’s 1952 campaign, noting public figures and party lines amidst the fatalities coverage.
Dauphin County court heard Manu Mines Research and Development Co claim the turnpike commission overpaid for work on the eastern extension of the super highway. The suit accuses the contractor of improper, unnecessary, and chargeable work totaling about seven million dollars.
About 10,000 members of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers at the East Pittsburgh Works of Westinghouse Electric voted today to accept a one month wage increase from 59.44 to 60.00. The ballot covered the Leesburg facility and reflected growing labor action in the industry.
State Police report a dangerous crossing at Riceville Corners with Route 77 traffic. Since a recent signal, five accidents have occurred, none in the first half year but five since July 29, involving out of town drivers. officials say drivers are stopping and a four way stop could further reduce crashes.
An off-duty city detective, William Christman, 39, was shot and killed outside Carmichael's Bar and Grill after an argument over a World Series game with Thompson, a 25 year old Brooklyn man. Police captured Thompson at his nearby home as bystanders reported the fatal confrontation and the bartender helped summon authorities.
Police cited four drivers over the weekend for traffic violations. Robert Lally was stopped at 113 percent? on Asis pj for reckless driving. Kent of Rev. 2, Wattsbury received a 50 mph ticket in a 25 mph zone on Eat Main street. Richard Mayes of 14% Frosiklin street was seen following a vehicle closely and cited for erratic driving. Ge Ouvlirnn of Hear Lake was cited for taking actions before oncoming traffic and for passing bars when not safe.
A 21 year old driver in Bile County faced a light sentence after a September 9 drunken driving incident. The court ordered him to report to the pursuing authorities but did not impose significant jail time, reflecting a lenient approach in the youth case.
Brutal highway crashes over the weekend in Northwestern Pennsylvania killed five persons and injured more than a dozen. The Riceville Corners collision near Corty routed Route 6 and Route 77 traffic, with victims including Louis Chester and his wife from Corry. Howard Emerson of Corry was injured when his car skidded on wet pavement hitting a tree.
Miss Beverly Richards Reichards age 23 of Garland was killed instantly when a car driven by Charlix J. Takati 21 struck a barricade and tree after speeding. Warren and a companion were hospitalized with injuries. Takati and a wife are charged in connection with the incident. Richards recently graduated from Youngsville High School and worked at Irwin Mfg in Garland. She was active in Bee County church activities and is survived by her parents and several relatives.
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