24 Oct 1957
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1957
Page
1
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Moscow reports Marshal Konstantin Rokossovsky is assigned to command Soviet troops on the Turkish border amid rising tension. The move aims to bolster Syria and deter Western influence, with observers noting the Kremlin’s intent to project strength in the Caucasus region.
A Vanguard test firing reached 40.8 miles altitude in a three stage launch. The Navy reported a peak speed of 4 250 miles per hour and the missile fell 28 miles off the Florida coast. The test aimed to assess satellite launch hardware within Project Vanguard and not an actual satellite launch.
Corryife resident Wuyid A. Millstrom has been named a member of the Salvation Army Pennsylvania State Advisory Conference. The announcement notes his long service with the organization and his involvement on the board of the Joost Baty Hon Army.
The dog owned by VR Webatier of Waterford is blamed after a steering mishap near Onion City. The dog became entangled in the wiring wheel causing the vehicle to veer off Wooster Way at about 4 p.m. The car struck a forward and stopped. Damage to the gar was estimated at 200. Police reported the incident and Wooster implied the dog’s involvement may be clarified later.
Dior the postwar fashion giant died at 52 after a heart attack while holidaying near Florence. The French designer of the New Look collapsed in his hotel room with a priest and physician at his bedside. Dior rose to prominence in 1947 transforming couture and remained the era’s dominant figure until his death.
In a U N Assembly session on the Syrian crisis delegates warn of a Soviet driven push to seize influence in the Middle East. They compare current tensions to the Korean and Egypt crises and doubt any rush to war, while noting Soviet use of propaganda to undermine pro Western regimes.
Reports show two more deaths at the Penn State School for the Men in Chester County raising the Commonwealth flu toll to 63 for the month. The Corry area notes improved attendance in schools though Conway and Senior High show higher absences. New York City reports 40 more deaths as Philadelphia has yet to report flu related fatalities.
Two burn victims were treated and released from Corry Memorial Hospital yesterday. Bernard Ross of Columbus sustained first and second degree burns on his right hand and forearm while working with gasoline at Waterhouse garage on West Main Street. Janice, 16 4 month old daughter of Mr and Mrs Harold Tidd of 129 Lenon Street, suffered second degree burns on the soles of both feet and the palm of her right hand after stepping on a floor register at home.
A limited group can join a Corry journal-Eric Railroad sponsorship to spend two days and a night in New York for November 15 18. For 70 dollars adults 30 dollars, tickets to The Most Happy Fella or comedies A Visit on a Small Planet Tunnel of Love, plus meals and tips, are included.
William F. Rogers to head the Justice Department replacing Herbert Brownell Jr. in about two weeks with Senate confirmation next year. Rogers, Brownell’s deputy, supported civil rights bills and said policy differences were minor. Brownell resigns after more than 40 years as top legal officer, planning private practice. Brownell noted for enforcing desegregation with troops, while Rogers is a Nixon ally. Continued on Page Mort.
Washington Air Force officials disclosed a long range interceptor missile fired from Cape Canaveral and a drone aircraft shot down over the Atlantic more than 100 miles from shore as snow falls today.
Investigators probe why a plane piloted by McVickeray failed to return after a survey flight over Erie County. The aircraft ran dry of fuel and crashed near Mayville after three hours and 25 minutes aloft. Authorities found no mechanical fault and note McVickeray may have tried to land if fuel had lasted. Lake Erie and Lake Chautauqua checkpoints aided the search.
Corry Music Boosters kicked off a member drive at the first off-season committee meeting. Membership is $1 per person, with Vice Presidents Mr and Mrs John Freno leading outreach and Mr and Mrs Harry Hotchkiss heading the contact committee.
Corryie sued in a civil case over a 1955 farm accident near Spartanshire. Marty At RD Cony is named in the suit. the case continued in Crawford County court today. Kelty Fralick suffered injuries when his farm team ended the hay wager. Marty's wife is cited in the proceedings.
Bankruptcy sale for the How ard tannery set for November 21 on the premises. Referee Charles A Murlens indicated a formal meeting will likely occur November 13. Ralph Bowne of Baltimore named auctioneer. total indebtedness in the case about $1020.
President Eisenhower and Prime Minister conduct day two of discussions with allied leaders. The White House says the talks cover global affairs and security issues amid dinners and sessions with foreign ministers and military officials.
Boston's Peter Bent Brigham Hospital hosts twins in possible lifesaving transplant. 13-year-old Jimmy Foster may need a kidney. his twin Jerry may donate with court approval. Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court previously approved a minor donor case.
Chest officials describe how local donations are allocated in 1956 57 with 603 people aided across divisions. Heart division accounts for 1711 dollars in 431 days of care across five agencies. Welfare and group work divisions support Salvation Army Boy Scouts Girl Scouts YMCA YWCA totaling 592 people helped for 2835 dollars in expenditures.
The AFL-CIO Executive Council weighs punishment for the Teamsters over corruption charges. Reported options include suspension or expulsion, with possible probation under supervision and a consulting committee to guide cleanup steps. Hoffa’s leadership and calls for leave are mentioned amid calls to curb union influence.
A British Comet jet airliner completed a London to Johannesburg flight in 19 hours 01 minute, beating the previous best of 17 hours 12 minutes set in 1953 by four hours.
The report notes U S gains in long range weaponry and a new air force test site at Varigiard as it outlines progress toward a 4000 mile altitude rocket and an instrumented stage to launch a satellite by year end. It also mentions a prototype ocean depth charge development and Soviet tech comparisons.
Police report a church secretary Miss Maud Lind 57 killed and Pastor Rev Martin Hollis 69 wounded after a nighttime car ride from Canal Street church. An unknown dark skinned man forced entry, bound the secretary, demanded money and jewelry, then fled. Hollis hospitalized with throat and head wounds but expected to survive.
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