16 Oct 1957
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1957
Page
1
An OCR fragment shows a garbled estate sale style list with mentions of prices like 17 800 50 and items such as tops and fine goods. Names and details are largely unreadable, with scattered phrases about lands and anniversaries and utilities.
Washington officials debate defense needs after Soviet satellite success. Representative Cannon and Senator Taber push better allocation rather than bigger budgets, focusing on missile programs while noting not all see a need for rapid rise. Democrats offer differing views with continued discussion expected.
Severe weather moved from Texas through the Deep South with thunder, tornados and heavy rain. Nineteen people injured as two tornadoes struck Opelousas, several homes leveled, while a broad 60 mile front stretched from Baton Rouge to near Mobile. Rainfell in Houston surpassed six inches in 24 hours, over ten in the past two days, as warm humid air from the Gulf fueled a wet belt across the lower Mississippi Valley and beyond.
A Corry area music boosters group elected officers for the coming year headlined by Douglas Cook as president and John Freno as vice president while Earl Blilay and William Miller serve as secretary and treasurer. The group aims to fund a high fidelity record player and improve music rooms through drapes and decor. They plan to seek recognition for music students, arrange concerts in nearby cities, sponsor a musical competition, and publicize fundraising efforts at the high school athletic field.
A NASA scientist and other experts warned Sputnik could burn up within a week as it circled Earth at about 147 miles altitude. Robert Jastrow of the Naval Research Laboratory noted variations in orbit possibly due to electromagnetic forces, while Smithsonian officials urged caution, citing standard gravity and atmospheric drag as the primary causes. Moscow radio added the satellite may fall from space within weeks as analysts monitor orbital changes.
City officials report a two vehicle collision on West Washington Street as driver New Newel tried to miss pedestrians and struck a metal pole. Daniel Culver stated he attempted to turn from North Center Streetonto West Washington Street and veered right to avoid people, hitting a pole and a car driven by Charles McAvoy. Damages: Culver’s car $100, Culver’s vehicle $40.
Firemen battled three stubborn blazes in 24 hours in Cory and Spartansburg area. A grass fire at Neil Gates farm spread from sparks and required trench digging for containment. A separate dump fire at 797 Liberty Street and a garbage blaze behind a West Main Street home were quickly controlled, with police notified for enforcement of burning rules.
Quentin Reynolda is reported in fair condition at North Western Westchester Hospital after a heart attack. He is under treatment and in stable condition.
West European Socialist leaders snubbed Nikita Khrushchev s call for an alliance against U S Turkish threats over Syria. He warned imperialist oil interests and urged cooperation with Communists for Middle East peace. British Labour leader Gaitskell met with leaders amid cool reception.
Court order delays action on the Teamsters leadership crisis as Judge Letts weighs the legality of the Hoffa Beck convention. A court-ordered receiver could run a cleaned union if control is shifted from internal factions. The AFL-CIO faces possible suspension and expulsion actions as Hoffa or Beck appear poised to lead.
In Clarion Pennsylvania, forest fire crews report escalating danger from extreme dryness across several northwestern counties. District Forester O L Mutholsen warns the risk will persist without heavy rainfall after a sparse rain last September 14. Three new fires sparked in Clarion County and another near Clintonville has burned since Saturday, plus two blazes in the Allegheny National Forest area near Tionesta.
The Queen travels from Canada to the United States on a six day tour. She lands at Newport News and visits Jamestown and Williamsbyrg for a five hour span before a reception and dinner marking an 80th anniversary. A large crowd greets her as she greets guests for more than 80 minutes.
The article notes a milder flu wave with 49 cases in SSAvania and local clusters in Corry. It advises rest, light diet, ample fluids, aspirin or alcohol rub for fever, proper tissue disposal, and to call a doctor if fever lasts over two days.
A collision about a half mile east of Union City yesterday left one car with estimated damage of 25 dollars while the other’s damage is unknown. Earl Mages, 17, Union City, reported he didn’t see an approaching vehicle as he planned a right turn. The second car struck his vehicle from behind and the driver left after a brief talk. Deliberations identified the other car as owned by Marvin Martz of Brookville. driver identity remains unclear. State Police are continuing the investigation with no injuries reported.
Flu peaks drive statewide closures as schools shutter and pupil absence soars. Five children die at Penshurst State Training School for Mentally Retarded Children in Chester County while efforts probe Asian flu links. 25 Lehigh Northampton schools and counties report high absenteeism. Pittsburgh reports high attendance as districts weigh ongoing openings.
Secretary of State Dulles warned the United States must stay on guard against a potential attack by Syria and Russia on Turkey. He said the U S would not retreat from the Soviet Union as a sanctuary and stressed the UN focus lowers chances of a Middle East war. Dulles noted Soviet missiles may outpace the U S but asserted U S leadership in heavy bombers gives its forces an edge today. He foresaw missiles possibly becoming decisive in 5 to 10 years and urged continued push in that field, while calling security funding the priority amid tax cuts. He commented on Russia's successful launcher of the Sputnik satellite as a useful development.
Arkansas College cancels a spring appearance by Louis Armstrong known as Satchmo after controversial remarks he made regarding Little Rock integration. University officials defend the decision, noting the move aims to avoid controversy and maintain prudence. Armstrong’s manager calls the date a moral victory, while campus students criticize the action as inconsistent with integration efforts.
Local report shows duck hunting strong with good to excellent prospects across Spartansburg and Trilon City areas. Canadian duck production supports a robust season, though dry weather reduced woodcock sightings as birds migrated to wetter areas. The Great Lakes migrants arrive as ponds dry, and hunters brace for a challenging yet hopeful opener. Elmer Davis of Madison faces three months in jail for stealing a luxury handbag after being restrained by police.
Fragmented text indicates a policy restricting access to a location named Carty Murereme to members of immediate families only. The document references safety concerns, possible detainee or inmate context, and a decision process about imposing a prohibition that affects all persons, including those visiting or seeing family members, with no clear dates or authorities fully stated.
A community fundraising drive opens tomorrow with a reported total of 46920. Various divisions and quotas are listed with designated chairmen and assigned amounts including Corporations, Industrial Employes, Retail Sales, Service Stations, Fraternal and Service Clubs, Professional, School Employes, House to House, Townships, Gov t Banks Utilities and Hospital, and an overall total yet to be finalized.
A Dee afternoon in Cincinnati ended with 6 year old Michael Schalblecr firing a gun, striking babysitter Mrs Naotai Bale in the right arm. Investigators say the weapon was found and a written note claimed the boy intended to shoot. He was arrested as a suspect in the accidental discharge.
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