26 Oct 1956
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 26, 1956
Page
1
Turbulence surges across Tunis and Algiers as protesters clash with security forces after new violence. Reports say French military convoys and Algerian tensions spark arrests and injuries, with Europeans targeted and multiple leaders urging calm amid mounting casualties and regional retaliation.
East Germany may enter the fray in Hungary as Soviet and local forces tighten security. Reports say 117000 army troops and 180000 security personnel poised for action, with travel restrictions and political instruction imposed while Soviet troops reposition from the Polish border.
Open house highlights Mead Park's new Holly shop and activity building opening weekend. Park director Roy Reed announces public hours from 1 to 6 p m Saturday and Sunday with Norman Idinger's 24 by 56 foot structure featuring woodworking tools. A commemorative plaque honors architect Norman J. Bainger for volunteer labor and park improvements costing about 3500 dollars, funded by donors.
A fire at the Rumi Mairitt residence on South Second Avenue was blamed on a heavy fuse causing the motor to burn while the fuse blew out. Firefighters from Brustard Hose Company responded yesterday, inspecting the scene and estimating the loss at ten dollars.
Polls across states show Eisenhower leading Stevenson with wide margins in New York Ohio New Jersey and Michigan while voters in Maryland show Stevenson gaining. Early returns highlight Eisenhower 59.7 to Stevenson 40.3 in New York with statewide samples varying by source. Stevenson gains noted in tailan county and nationwide shadings, with undecided margins present.
Reported clashes spread from Budapest to the frontier as Austro Hungarian border troops and Russian forces fired on Hungarian demonstrators near Magyarovar. Witnesses say farmers revolted and railroad workers halted service, with Danube shipping disrupted and trains moving for troop movements only.
GOP candidates are slated to speak at a local event this fall. A motor truck carrying campaign materials will depart at 7:00 a.m. from Erle and be parked in front of Buesink Motor Sales on North Garter tract to welcome shoppers Friday night. Attorney Harry McKintey of Thornbury borough, a founder of the Allegheny County Bar Association, has died after a long illness.
Union machinists at the Corry Jamestown Mfg Corp voted 308 to 45 against a two year pay raise averaging 13.4 cents and 265 to 87 against a one year pact with 2.2 cents. They prepared to strike at noon Monday unless talks yield a new deal before the 10 day contract extension expires October 18.
President Eisenhower pledged an initial 11 000 pounds of Uranium 235 plus more from other nations to the new international atomic energy agency. Louis L Strauss delivered the pledge at an energy conference on behalf of Eisenhower, who urged ratification and funding to transfer special nuclear material to the agency. He urged parallel national steps to prove international controls feasible and acceptable for peace.
Feewart Hue Lamy will assume duties as manager of the Corry Chamber of Commerce near Monday. Board of directors appointed the tocall min to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of EF Belles.
Mr. Long, longtime chamber proponent and former director and president, will be joined by Earl J. Smith and Associates of Chicago to launch a fund raising drive next month for the next year’s budget. Directors hope the campaign expands memberships and raises the annual budget while preparing for the drive through November.
A Corry man, Charles Berkhous of 343, faced possible burglary charges after a home break in on Lemon Street. Wells reported a intruder fleeing after smashing a screen door and stealing $31 in coins. Berkhous admitted to the act but claimed he was driving a friend home. DA Herbie Johnson and Chief Marley Drake awaited a conference result on prosecution.
Latest tallies from the year’s Community Chest drive indicate total cash contributions of $16,162.43 with pledges and in-kind gifts still being tallied. Divisions report varied progress and several groups are working with donors to complete timely contributions, while the overall goal remains in reach as reports continue to come in.
Beers 35, an employee of Schwin ure Bormigh, was buried paleftly after a tar burn accident at the Morntieh garage. He was taken to Ridgway Hospital for treatment of neck and face burns and was in a comfortable condition. A foreman for stohinesibirg Bor Vcald, Beera melted tar when hot material exploded while repairing city stoats and splashed him, prompting ambulance transport.
President Eisenhower condemned Soviet military meddling in Hungary and said forces should have been withdrawn under the 1947 peace treaty. The administration weighing legal and political steps, while noting Warsaw Pact context and the ongoing Budapest conflict.
In London the Jordanian embassy and the British Foreign Office denied rumors that King Hussein of Jordan has been assassinated. An embassy spokesman said the king is in the best of health and conditions are normal. Officials noted surprise in Amman upon hearing of the reports and stated they had not heard the rumors.
Former U S military attache Col Kopesa told Greensburg Lions Club that the United States should secretly aid people in Soviet satellite nations seeking to revolt against Communist oppression. He warned U S action would require war, said satellites have troops and arms ready to stifle uprisings, and urged support to help free Hungarians.
The Grange convention in Erie elected Gol Mas McSpurran of Drumore Lan caster County as master to succeed Beatty H. DimMil of Thiana Coline. Delegates approved a resolution from the Lumerne County Grange urging repeal of a state law barring school boards from using funds for extra curricular activities and called for more spending to improve scholarship, proposing money from redirected funds tied to federal road programs.
Two top Army specialists forecast that future warfare will use rocket driven space ships to carry nuclear bombs or troops. Wernher von Braun and Maj. Gen. J B Medaris spoke at an army conference, envisioning space stations orbiting Earth and bombing from above within years. Von Braun warned of precise electronic guidance enabling remote strikes from orbit.
Fire from an overheated chimney leveled the hunting camp of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Shoup at Bast Branch this morning. Firemen from Spring Creek and Spartansburg fought the blaze but the one story frame structure was destroyed. The Shoup family and a son were reportedly away hunting when the fire started. several hours later they had not been located. Insurance status and full details could not be confirmed.
Israel told the UN Security Council it will not initiate hostilities but reserves the right to act if attacked. Jordan and other states condemned the rhetoric as aggression while diplomats called for restraint and warned of possible sanctions.
Across Hungary the anti Communist revolt faced an all-out military push as Soviet and Hungarian forces attacked to crush the Budapest uprising. Witnesses reported thousands dead or wounded, civilians shot by tanks, and cities like Gyor, Szeged, Szolnok, and Pecs under heavy fighting. Budapest remained isolated with communications cut and trains halted, while Soviet troops suppressed demonstrations near the border.
SARRISBURG reports that hunting season resumes tomorrow with rabbit season leading the second phase of the state’s game openings. Officials estimate about 750,000 hunters will participate, alongside ongoing seasons for wild turkey and other game. Hunting hours begin at 8 p m EST and continue until 5 p m daily except Sundays, with special rules for daylight saving time observance.
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