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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Sep 06, 1955

Page

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Holiday Crashes Take 7 Lives in Corry District

Seven people died in Labor Day weekend crashes in the Corry area as local and state police investigated twelve accidents. A family of four from Corry escaped when their car hit a hydrant and poles, flipping and rolling. the male driver, Willover, faces reckless driving charges. Two other fatalities occurred Friday and Saturday near Corry and Route 1, with police estimating extensive vehicle damage and scene injuries.

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Red Cross Flood Relief Fund Donation Surpasses Goal

Charles Clark, chapter chairman, announced that local donations to the American Red Cross flood relief fund totaled 516 dollars, exceeding the 325 dollar goal. He noted the national appeal aims for 10 million dollars and praised community generosity across the western states.

Red Cross Flood Relief Fund Cara Suay American Red Cross Charles Clirk Sid Clark Tuition Red Cross Americas Publc Ijtrane

Check Passer Is Released within Pail Bugttive 82

Corry official s negotiated a settlement in a check fraud case involving Bushline bad theory peeuaed by Lo sept B McConnell. Bushfine must repay 4447 and cover costs by September 10, keep steady employment for six months, and report weekly to Alderman Cobbett. If further misconduct occurs the case could go to court and penalties would be stiffer. McConnell, a building contractor, supports keeping Bushfine on payroll.

Corry Pote fMhli Winie B. McConnell Tisonpilo McConnell Bushfine Damian McLaughlin Melvin Cobbett Cory Bashline Timi Cuthbert Bushifne

Red China Frees Nine Americans in Geneva Release

The United States says nine American civilians detained in China are released and can travel home within two to three months. Ambassador Wing reports the release follows negotiations with China and notes no fixed date for full freedom beyond exit permits for three others. Estimated timing varies, but all nine are slated for repatriation.

Geneva United Shilns China Walip Hiniesman Ward Alexis Johnsdnae Collie Joniver al Oficer Anibasadors

Coffin Breaks Jail And Then Gives Self Up

A convict in Quebec escaped custody with a carved soap gun, fled across a bridge seven miles west, and surrendered after the chase. The incident involved lawyer Raymond Maher and a tense pursuit before Coffin returned to police.

Coffin Self Quebec Wiibert Yoann Hien Garpy Bs Luyser Raymond Maher Tus Trint Aisha Quellen Bridge Goffin Atin Corin Ganlun Lace Leluboner Maher Hoiduysburg Hunter Peters Milur Excise

Stop Sign Collision Near Concord Crossing

A two vehicle crash at the Route 426 crossing near Concord injured two women and a child who were taken to Gi Memorhtl Hospital for observation. Officials described leg injuries and suspected shoulder damage while road crews redirected traffic and police investigated the scene.

Gi Memorhtl Hospital Wim Pnt Bocott Irv M Wirkwite Sue Stoulder Madbulie Vantlunder Garni Wind Karen Kathryn Cobetkld Thie Tye Thin Velie Hospital Piwee LN Wiel

North East man drowns as boat capsizes on lake

A North East man drowned when a boat capsized at Midway Park while a family swam to shore. The accident near Maple Springs Beach drew divers from several departments. the victim was identified as a local man, with relatives and friends at the scene as rescue efforts continued.

Jamestown Mart Midway David Cook Brie Cook Blyth Alers Mr Cook Melvins Cook Melvins Cook, 36, of Erle, Nis Helen Cook RD. 4 North Bast Gordon Arlip North East Maple Springs Eldon Auge Chalangua Nous Alg C Richard Penholson Suga Gravié Robfet Nelson Green Jack Bole Thendore Morse Broceton Iaipedin Verrifieat Ugeldental Hith Inter Mulgin Coyle Mid Ay Park Vinbine Layla Cook Win Waldhing Timu Hugh Mrs. Cook Ken Tim

School Bus To Run Tomorrow

School bus service will operate tomorrow on the new Corny Army High School route. The first bus leaves at 7:33 a.m. from Center Street Washington Shreve and Pleasant Street. The fare is 15 cents per trip, five trips to school and five trips home, with a monthly pass available. Some streets near the new school will be closed for a driving program, and drivers are advised to use alternate routes.

Avalon Eiseis Ab Corny Arny High School Beinho Publis Lentil Commission Taniere Colmbis Nvonue Waynestre Matt Atreck Ind Douglas Buyeyie Malsort Wright Charlies Gubert Philip Memir Gabe A Leacher Jobngan Colecyy

Membership in churches soars to all time high

National Council of Churches reports rapid growth in church membership across America. In 1954 congregations total more than 300 000 with 5597 more than a year earlier. Funds for building and ministries rise sharply with new church contracts and larger per capita giving.

Associated Press New York Am ‘Vipin Benson “ Landis Chusell Can’ Organization Statisties Pover All American Chirches Philtelies Rouell

Stevenson Attacks Eisenhower Abroad Policy Debate

Senator Stevenson criticizes Eisenhower foreign policy programs and Looks Magazine accusations of failures. He predicts Democrats will frame future policy, argues for changes in international aid and bluff backdown. cites domestic farm talks and 1956 campaign context.

Washington Provident Eisenhower Hickenlooper Senate Adin BH Stevenson Look Eisesiinyer Regord ii Synnitt Hiekenowpir Lapisilo Eigenhower Europe Steventoth Kasson

Jewish Leader Dies in London at 65

A Jewish leader, Nosh Burvit, aged 65, died in London after a short illness. The obituary notes his long service to the community, leadership roles, and international ties through organizations like World Jewish Congress. His death leaves a void in local and global Jewish affairs.

London Jetajeansiy Wink

Republican Pressure for Eisenhower to Seek Re-Election

Denver dispatch reports mounting GOP pressure for President Eisenhower to run again in 1956. Vice President Nixon urged support, stating those close to Eisenhower are optimistic he will seek re-election. Party leaders across 48 states plan strategy meetings at Eisenhower’s vacation HQ as McCarthy and others push for a stronger challenge or full backing.

Eisenhower Associated Press Denver Republican Party Eiserhhower Nixon GOP Tran Héfe Lo Sen McKesethy McCarthy Congress Wixor Maccarthy Appleton Wis

Assembly In Ninth Month Of Tax Deadlock In Harrisburg

Harrisburg report on Pennsylvania's General Assembly entering its ninth month without resolving the $1.8 billion budget. Legislature battles Gov and party leaders as 207 bills in the Senate and House lag behind 268 from the prior session. House and Senate days and total bills introduced are noted with projections on budget cuts and future action.

Harrisburg General Assembly Pennsylvania Democratic House Senate Senate Policy Committee Andrews Lander

Eight Injured Over Week End

Eight persons were treated at Cory Memorial Hospital for injuries from various accidents over the weekend. Clara Haight, 84, in satisfactory condition after fracturing a left hip at home Sunday. Saturday injuries include William Be Rees, 14, with a fracture of the right init from a fall at home. Roberta Brown, 4, with a middle finger injury. Carol Crouse, daughter of Mr and Mrs Ellsworth Lohreven Abst, with a facial laceration from a barbed wire incident. Roberta Greer, 1, possible fracture of right ankle from a wagon fall. Allen Bromfield, 18, injured in a second-degree injury. Gree Bins, wife of a man named, with a leg injury from a power lawn mower. Ei Husson, mp, and Georg Harmon, all treated for various traumas.

Corry Memorial Hospital Clara Haight Marion Street William Be Rees William Rees West Golimbliy Avenue Hospital Robert &. Brown South Center Street Carol Crouse Ellsworth Lohreven Union Roberta Greer Robert Greer RD 2 Centerville Ainkle Har Hore Allen Brom Uy Atton Bromisy Sy Meads Avenue Tate Ei Husson Sai Sit Georg Harmon Cory Snyder Clyck

Traffic Toll Tops Records In Labor Day Weekend 1954

Americans faced a near record Labor Day traffic toll with 599 deaths from August 6 to 9, including 480 traffic fatalities and 80 drownings. The National Safety Council warned of high injury costs, while experts blamed inadequate highway networks for the surge, amid estimates that 60 million motorists were on the roads.

Associated Press America Dot National Safety Council Safety Council Ned H. Dewy Hord Millaene Veta

Jail Youth On Parole Charge Amid Confusing Parole Case Details

A jumble of names and phrases describes a parole hearing or violation involving youth in Erie County. The text mentions Warren Chins, Khriotipsor, and a parole review process with references to testing, weekly summaries, and reminders of parole conditions amid unclear context and scattered locations.

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