17 Oct 1957
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1957
Page
1
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The Asian flu surge pushes deaths past sixty with about sixty five thousand suspected cases, many linked to institutions for challenged children. NYC reports sixty five thousand suspected cases since September. testing limits and differing state methods hinder precise counts. nationwide, outbreaks affect schools, colleges, and sports schedules.
Six children died as a flu outbreak spread across Pennsylvania. Hospitals in Allentown expanded isolation wards and reported dozens of serious cases. An autopsy was planned in Berks County to determine if a young mother’s death from the flu was related, with the wider outbreak prompting schools to close and doctors to work long shifts.
Science editor Christian Clausen reports from a European scientist that Soviet Moon rockets will be launched November 7 from a Caspian Sea base. Unmanned missions precede crewed flights, with plans to select Russian air force personnel for life on the Moon and training to survive there.
A 2,200 foot Alaska Highway suspension bridge collapsed over the Peace River yesterday, cutting the main highway into Alaska. No injuries reported though about 200 to 300 vehicles per day were rerouted to a ferry downstream. The bridge stood about 1,400 miles north of Vancouver and 40 miles northwest of Dawson Creek, BC, as engineers noted earlier.
The Corry Memorial Hospital reported a new record for September with zero deaths. The board noted 45 births, 26 major and 6 minor operations totaling 83, and 235 admissions with 1519 days of service. A new recovery room addition passed inspection and will be in use. an exam room is due to be ready in two weeks. Notable visitors included Ira A. Mins and Mrs Mary Austin. Directors present were Brundage, Elston, Edinger, Fuller, Hillstrom, Nast, Sample, Slattery and Young.
Stocks plummeted today as the Syrian Turkish crisis intensified and trading on the New York Stock Exchange lagged behind a flood of sell orders. Key shares fell $2 to $3, with steels, international oils, aircraft, and guided missiles among the hardest hit groups.
The drive starts with $86,000 turned in by two division chairs. George Orcutt reports $2,000 raised for Advanced Gifts and Robert Olt notes $4,000 deposited for Corporations. The campaign targets $46,920, aiming to surpass last year by about $13,000 as it runs through the month.
Flu outbreaks continue to rage with several Gerry public schools closed and no clear measure of its severity. District reports show high absenteeism as most remaining classes operate, while adults largely endure the blitz.
Blue Cross of Western Pennsylvania asks state officials to approve a 21 percent rate hike to offset higher hospitalization costs. The rise would raise 21-60 and 21-day plan premiums from 1 to 45 cents to 135 dollars for some subscribers, with larger increases for 21-90 and all-day non-group plans. Hospital losses through eight months of 1957 totaled $921,855, projected to hit $1,170,000 without higher income, triggering public hearings scheduled after filing.
The event, hosted by Erie County Democrats, names candidates including Marguerite Mattis for county controller and Arthur Jackson for sheriff with Attorney James G. Hanes as featured speaker. Expected attendees include Howard Lee, Robert Wotus, Sam Baressi, Fred Jackson and Francis Slattery.
Madison area residents raise 261 dollars to fund a merry-go-round for a local park. They say the effort shows civic responsibility beyond merely enjoying a free ride.
The October board meeting report by Superintendent LM Douglas sums junk costs for Corry and nearby townships. It details per pupil and per capita tax figures, comparing local effort and state budgets, with numerous columned costs for Corry City and surrounding areas amid UN mid east crisis references.
City officials plan a review of the Nichols Disposal firm and the collection method as part of a debt and service issue. Attorney John Spiegel Ray Weber and Arthur Laurell are named to draft changes to the city ordinance while the Chamber of Commerce handles questions. Action is unlikely before the November 6 ballot for mayor and council.
Corry area sees light rain after a dry spell of 23 days. Temperatures ranged from 14 to 55 degrees with a forecast of continued cloudiness and possible showers. Experts note this season has been among the driest in 20 years, raising concern for tinder-dry woods and fire risk. In Chicago, thieves struck Otie Aiken’s barbershop, stealing tools and a television set.
CBS plans a televised Madison Square Garden gala for Mike Todd and Elizabeth Taylor to celebrate Todd's film anniversary. about 16,000 guests will attend a blue and silver spectacle with a 90 minute program, cake cutting, and a star-studded guest list as press reports note a ticket scramble and high public interest despite mass invitations.
Plans were finalized at the Municipal Building for the annual UNICEF Halloween fund drive to be conducted by children of Corry on October 31. Eight sponsoring groups Catholic Daughters Holy Name Society Rotary Hi Wanis Elks Madse Wright School PTA and local churches will distribute coin boxes and oversee post drive parties at Wright School Presbyterian Church St Edward's School Lutheran Church Episcopal Church Harding School Salvation Army Hall Seventh Day Adventist Church and possibly more. The event aims to keep children from mischief while raising funds for the United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund and providing a citywide after party from 8 to 9 pm following the 6:30 to 7:30 pm collection period.
Corry departments were called out for a third time to the Neil Gates farm near Corry to extinguish a smoldering woods fire that began Monday afternoon. Twenty seven men from two companies used 2300 gallons of water and 000 feet of hose to quell flames near timber owned by Green Brothers of Blackville. A bulldozer cleared a fire rink around the moldering center and the state forestry service was notified. A state fire inspector will check the area to determine the actual cause and completion of extinguishing the fire, said Jack Downey, fire chief.
U S and British scientists discuss Sputnik fate with Dr. Fred J L Whipple predicting a two month span while Dr. Robert Justrow and Dr. Cabell A. Pearce of the Naval Research Laboratory hedge on precise lifetime estimates. They note electrical charging may shorten Sputnik’s life as Moscow radio reports fluctuations continue.
Washington reports say Russia and Syria push anti Turkish sentiment across the Middle East to extend influence. Officials suggest Moscow frames Turkey as US rival to unite Arab nations against Ankara, painting the United States as Turkey’s ally and Syria’s foe. Moscow and Paris plan ballet movements through late spring.
Washington greets Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip as their royal aircraft lands at National Airport. The scene blends military pomp with a bright, engaging queen who jokes with crowds, while President Eisenhower and other leaders observe. The arrival marks a historic moment as Anglo American ties share the spotlight. Continued on Page Two.
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