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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Oct 10, 1955

Page

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Marital Strife Ends in Death in Erie and Rimersburg

In Erie a man who spent his last money on a gun killed his wife Ann Werling and two others before taking his own life, after a four month estrangement. In Rimersburg a retired miner fatally shot George Shaffer then killed himself after a feud, leaving a note. Police say both shootings stem from domestic discord and long-running feuds.

Associated Press ERIE Dist Atty Damidn McLaughilin Edward M Werling Ann Oscar Eriksen Eriksen Werling Ara Laughlin Sythe Momercantile Establishment Shaffer Michael J. Kreyda Clyrion Child Investi Vitor Sid Yates

British truck and arms stolen in Cyprus incident

British army vehicle loaded with rifles and Sten guns was stolen from an army depot near Famagusta Harbor in Cyprus. The raiders fled with the truck after tying up a civilian, claiming they took the weapons for freedom as tensions rise between Cypriot Greek factions and Britain. The incident followed warnings by Governor Sir John Harding to curb terrorism and amid Cyprus’s Enosis movement.

Cyprus Associated Press Nigasia Famagusti Harbor Winton Greece Bumiamusta Britain John Harding Colon Cimpaljn Enosis- Unio Harding

Bremen Votes Rebuke German Arms Policy in State Election

Bremen voters rebuffed Chancellor Adenauer by electing a Socialist majority in the state parliament. The anti rearmament Socialists won about 52 seats, shifting power from the Christian Democrats and Free Democrats as Bonn faces NATO and Soviet relations amid Germany’s wartime legacy.

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The Office Burglary Reported In Morning Break In

A burglary was discovered at 7 40 am when Philip Zalzneck opened the office. Entry was gained through a window forced outward about eight inches, suggesting the intruder used the opening though the main lock remained intact. Nothing else was disturbed and the office had been locked since Saturday night.

Philip Zalzneck Ingene

Eisenhower Faces Long Convalescence With Possible White House Absence

President Eisenhower shows satisfactory progress but faces a lengthy recovery. Medical bulletin notes continued improvement with complications and raises the possibility he may not return to the White House this year. Experts question his fitness to run again, amid retirement speculation.

White House Associated Press Denver Eisenhower Mldear

Plan For Six Interchanges On County Pike Route

HARRISBURG The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission approved plans for possible interchanges on its Erie County toll run to connect the New York and Ohio borders. First sections of the 46 mile northeastern extension from Plymouth Meeting toward Philadelphia are advancing, with traffic expected later this year. Commission member David E B Wilson said interchanges will be built at North East and near Brie with one more between here and another city, while surveys continue on routes across the region and traffic impacts are studied.

Harrisburg Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission Erie Coulty New Ohio Pontifie Plymouth Meeunk Philadelphia David EB Wilson Sid Barricide New York North Wy Taunt Brie Franklin Surrey

Fire in Sharon Furniture Store Brings Large Blaze

Firemen battled a rear fire at a three story frame brick building that housed a 110 year old furniture store. The blaze injured a worker and attracted crews from Sharon, Farrell, Slokory, and Girardville as investigators sought the cause.

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Harriman Not Committed To Back Stevenson

Gov. Averell Harriman said he has no obligation to support Adlai E Stevenson for the Democratic presidential nomination and is not committing to any candidate. He noted he will be 84 next month and may not attend this year’s convention, expressing neutrality about whom he would back.

Associated Fresh New York Averell Harumn Adini E. Stevenson Stevenson Wynn Harriman Presidentsnominifon Quide Wells Harrriman Uhooke Witor Crunnn Jake Harriman Tromuti Sowenson Lbiniy Waldorf-Asoni Truman Albiny Chile Albany Truman Fied New York State Aurpiman Tlinois Tihinols

India eyes states reshuffle amid planned redraw

Report outlines government consideration of redrawing state boundaries after a commission recommendation. Prime Minister and ministers weigh potential changes before upcoming elections. The plan aims to address political and administrative efficiency, with broad public interest and opposition scrutiny expected.

Boys Break Two Street Lights Rumor Patrol Report

Residents complained after youths damaged street lights on West Washington Street. Police claim youths were seen near the scene and plan to charge the offenders. Authorities warn broken lights will be repaired and offenders parents may face action in a future case.

West Warhington Golsine Solon

Senate Moves to Ease School Aid Shortfall in Pennsylvania

Harrisburg reports Senate Republicans push two sets of bills to provide 16.741 million dollars in state aid to local school districts. One plan would charge the administration of Gov. Pine, the other targets Governor Lender's administration. State aid payments are due this month but blocked by appropriations.

Associated Press Harrisburg Senate commonWealth Weill Senator Muhiny Muhinny Pine Mahany

Road projects under way in Corry area PennDOT reports

A PennDOT report states traffic is maintained on four highways while two are closed with detours. Delayed reconstructions on Columbus to Tottsville Pond road near Rowe 95 percent complete by November 18. Widening on Route 27 between Plewarntville and Garland expected by mid April with detours. Royle Road between Erie and Waterford nearly finished by November 15 with no detour. Route 1 widening and resurfacing near Pittsfield to Columbus to be finished by December 15. Additional improvements on Routes 8 and 64 near Franklin toward Oil City ongoing.

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Mickey Cohen Freed From Pen By Associated Press

Mickey Cohen is released from prison after serving time shown in reports. He steps from the prison door near Los Angeles and tells an Examiner reporter he will face new charges while detailing parole conditions and a portion of his sentence fulfilled.

Mickey Cohen Assciated Press Mickey Colin Witti Amnio Halle Coles Meng Feira Turich Hal Los Angeles Lov Angtlen Examiner Fyadh Griltix Bevis Mirani Mylw Cohem

Dulles Plans Talks After Legion Address Then Denver Visit

Secretary of State John Foster Dulles prepared for a broad foreign policy address at the American Legion convention in Miami. He would then brief President Eisenhower in Denver before joining the Big Four talks in Geneva on October 27, outlining plans to confront Soviet obstruction and pursue disarmament measures. He urged world opinion to pressure the USSR on East Germany and satellite nations while supporting inspections and exchanges of military blueprints.

Associated Press Miami Fla Dulles American Legion Russia East Germany Europe Eisenhower Johnn Foster Dulles Denver Geneva Legion Natonal Fund For the Republic Withbt Unesco United Natisis Edureational Ford Foundation Nublications Commission James F O'n¢H New York Américan Légion Magase A Ainimai Jett Robert Maynard Hutchins Auteh— Ing

Three Injured In Waterford Car Crash

Three people were injured in a two car collision on Route 97 near Sunset Drive south of Waterford at 11:15 p.m. State Police said George Roberts 85 and Myrtle McFadden 72, both injured, were in one car. The other vehicle driven by Dansus Bliley 2 caused the crash and received $700 damage. Roberts was hospitalized for knee and chin injuries. Mrs. Roberts and Mrs. McCrillis are reported with serious to minor injuries. Investigation ongoing.

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Gifts To Chest Campaign Tops Donations Of 1995

Report shows Chest drive raising $1,095 locally with total gifts reaching $1,995. Adavance Gifts Chair Bruce Ellsworth notes three days before kickoff the drive officially opens. Posters depicting Chest functions are being prepared for public schools as part of the effort.

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MUNA DIES VIENNA AIBN THEPTOR CUT

An obituary notes the death of Muna in Vienna amid unclear details. The short notice mentions the name and place but lacks concrete dates or biographical data.

Muna Vienna Aibn Theptor Mba Catholin Mhureh

Hitler death story told by valet after release

A valet recounts the death of Adolf Hitler by his own hand in 1945. The account, released after years in captivity, blends rumors and fragments about Hitler's final hours, the escape route, and the chaos inside the bunker. The narrative cites witnesses and mentions Berlin officials and the aftermath, with cautions about reliability and conflicting details.

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Home Rule Plan Approved by French Assembly in Morocco

French Assembly approves Edgar Faure's Moroccan home rule plan by 47 to 140 as tensions rise over the regency and leadership. Protests intensify across Casablanca and other cities as colonial factions clash with nationalists amid calls for reform and a new Moroccan government.

Associated Press Paris Edgar Saure National Assembly Faure Mier Algeria Sultan Mohammed Ben Moulay Arafa Planned ‘Agency Council Fomote France Pierre Boyer de Latour Si Belekal Mer Pashs Sefvou Mohammed Ben Youssef Belden Morocco Casablanca Lis Riff Mountains Dountyswar Bolsa Frontier St. Edenise Lyon Lille Mutz

Union City Man Wounded In Foot By Shotgun Blast

A Union City man is wounded in the foot by a shotgun blast near Ye ML. The victim is under medical care as authorities investigate the incident and possible suspects.

Union City

Martial Law Declared in New Castle Indiana

garbled text appears to report a martial law order at New Castle Indiana. the fragment mentions a governor and dates or events but is too corrupted to identify clear names or outcomes.

New Castle Ind

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