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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 05, 1956
Page
1
Waterhouse to seek dredging of Hare Creek to end floods. Reported measures hinge on rainfall patterns and municipal action. Officials discuss sewer backups and introduction of drainage works to reduce overflow risk.
Work crews prepare to place massive steel girders for a raised structure. The operation, linked to a Betsy Moved project and Glenn Myre as owner, involves lifting and anchoring giant DADs into position. The site powers down during a planned sequence, with workers awaiting favorable conditions before continuing.
A Union City driver was placed on probation following a traffic incident described as risky. The event occurred near Marker and Wine Die Mero in Joensstown, with authorities noting the driver’s birthday and age.
Fragmentary OCR lists ages and names with garbled phrases about birthdays and weather. The readable bits reference a 17 year old and neighbors reacting to mood, with stray terms like birthday cake and pain. No clear event or outcome is established.
A car skidded off a road in Indiana and struck trees, killing two teenagers and injuring three others. Victims identified include Carol Patterson 15, John Layton 16, and Gladys Kunkle 17. Driver Wayne Trigg 18 was hospitalized with broken collarbone and burns, while another passenger was treated for injuries.
President Eisenhower spoke on space policy and campaign travels at a busy news conference. He tentatively agreed to attend a major event in Newton and referenced a forthcoming rally at Gettysburg. He dismissed plans for a studio speech and urged calm on civil rights while defending Supreme Court rulings.
Mr and Mrs Carl Brown of Centerville allege their daughter suffered injuries after a basketball hit her head at school. They claim United Insurance Co failed to pay medical expenses totaling 407.70, seeking compensation for medical bills and damages. The incident reportedly occurred January 20, 1905.
An analysis of the November election presents a complex voter problem landscape. The piece contrasts Republican and Democratic positions, notes inflation worries, and hints at campaign rhetoric while questioning trust in candidate messaging and media coverage.
Meadville Jaycees and Meadville Chamber of Commerce report petitions urging retention of Route 6 in the federal highway system. Delegations from Bradford and northern tier counties plan to deliver to Gov. Leader and Highway Secretary Lawler. Counties along the corridor push for Keystone Shortway to become a limited‑access four‑state route.
Harrisburg residents and agricultural groups prepare to testify as the Legislative Study Committee schedules hearings for September 17 on flood control and water resources. Rep Breth says federal aid could fund dam construction with state and local cooperation, proposing a U.S. Soil and Water plan with dams ranging from 5,000 to 25,000 acres in scope.
Police arrest the secretary of the Greek Orthodox Church faction linked to the illicit BOKA underground in Cyprus. Gov Harding orders crackdown as evidence mounts of involvement by Kranidiotts in the group, tied to violent activities against British rule amid colonial tensions.
Robert Bow us Or. 36, found dead in bed yesterday. Coroner's office reported post traumatic conditions that may have resulted from a car crash overturned in Baldwin Borough last Thursday. No injuries were complained of prior to death.
August saw a 50 percent rise in new employment applications in Corry, with 105 applications versus 72 in July. Job openings doubled to 86 from 32, and 105 people were referred with 70 placed. Placements by field included unskilled and entry 42, services 9, professional and managerial 2, skilled 3, semi skilled 3, and agriculture 1. Claims for compensation totaled 194, weeks claimed 886, with 21 denials for reasons including not being considered unemployed or unable to work. Last month, more people worked in Corry than any August in the past three to four years.
Corry Chamber of Commerce directors debated funding the full time executive secretary and raising the annual budget. A 9 member committee was formed to study the problem, with Bracken, Dowd, Bulless, and Gibreath among others, and plans to nominate a slate of officers.
A fragmented report notes Lamamca leads in a case involving a 33 day old Gewr Weinberger and an alleged insanity tied to a fatal kidnapping. The text cites Victim Gewr Weinberger and a judicial proceeding in October with references to accused parties and the case timeline.
Amid school integration orders, nationwide disturbances persisted in spots across the South. Knoxvile and Clinton saw few students in class as National Guardsmen maintained order, while Knoxville reported racially charged incidents and a few arrests.
A Columbus voter registration drive shows 51 registering as GOP and 24 as Democrats, with several nonpartisan registrations. Voters cite presidential influence and support for Eisenhower, suggesting GOP potential in forthcoming elections.
City Finance Director Gry Abbey told Council that Alderman Melvin S. Cobbett will pursue 847 tax records from 1947 to 1954 to collect about 810,976 for the city. Taxpayers will be contacted as collections proceed, and if successful, the city will bear only half of the remaining collection costs if some cases prove doubtful. The council had approved the work months ago, though the exact date was not recalled.
Harrisburg leader says he will seek a grand jury investigation of the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission under Republican control. Attorney General Cohen will file a petition to call a special grand jury to pursue charges about alleged misused funds and related dealings. The governor cites a firm linked to a Turnpike official and questions about a nephew of a former commission member. A reading office comment calls the claim a serious charge as officials dispute the accusations.
The United States Air Force reported no collision between jets near Nakova. A pilot died when a fighter crashed, while a Japanese teenager was injured as the aircraft struck a house. Names were withheld.
A child named Mike with blindness begins his school journey in a feature describing his early experiences. He explores a bright nursery, touches toys, and asks questions as his family and teacher observers note his determination to learn by touch and imagination. Pages hint at ongoing stories about his progress and the people supporting him.
Debris from the Santa Fe Chief collision with a mail train on a northern New Mexico siding leaves twenty railway workers dead and many injured. Officials say the toll may rise as wrecking crews clear twisted cars. The Chief’s crew and fifteen lounge car staff were among the victims. Names of identified dead include Babe Foster fireman and engineer W. Adams. Survivors and the wounded are hospitalized in Springer, with several in critical condition.
About 2,390 students reported to Garry and area public schools this morning as Columbus and surrounding districts opened for the new term. Elementary and secondary classes started with large totals across multiple grades and buildings, including St. Keyens School and Harding, Wright, and Concord districts.
City observances mark the Jewish High Holidays with services across congregations. Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur activities are listed, including morning and evening prayers, with communal meals and warning on calendar dates. The report notes closures and special services at local synagogues.
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