18 Sep 1957
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1957
Page
1
A fragmented classified notice describes livestock including cows and 14 month bulls, farm machinery such as a tractor and hay equipment, and housing repairs. It mentions addresses in Pennsylvania and references names like Paul C and Mrs Wil. The ad blends sale, services, and real estate fragments with unclear details due to OCR errors.
United States works to block seating Red China at the United Nations with Britain backing deferral. India’s proposal to seat Nationalist China faces a General Assembly debate as Steering Committee prepares for a formal item on the agenda. Support grows among several delegations including Soviet bloc and some African nations. Continued coverage on Page Three.
Thailand’s new leadership vows to maintain strong ties with the United States as the government forms. The armed forces, dominant in politics, pushes for stable relations while planning ongoing military cooperation. The report also notes a separate clergy move in Pennsylvania.
Tropical storm Esther lashed the Louisiana coast with winds over 64 mph marking the third Gulf storm to strike in less than three months. Esther spared New Orleans heavy damage though rains caused flooding nearby as it moved northeast toward Mississippi and Alabama. A second system, Hurricane Carrie, hovered northeast of Bermuda and drifted east-northeast as shipping was urged to exercise caution.
The Census Bureau announced the U S population topped 171 percent of a certain baseline last August. The report shows an increase of about 29 778 000 people since April 1950 and highlights the expanding share of armed forces members.
Utica High School principal Sallee staged a gruesome prank during the senior initiation. Decked in burnt cork and animal mask, he hanged himself in a farmhouse kitchen after students and staff conducted the mock scene. The death prompts sheriff questions and forensic review.
A source says the AFL-CIO Ethics Practices Committee informs the Teamsters Union it fails to meet federation standards for ethical union conduct. The Washington report by the American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations accuses the Teamsters of domination by corrupt influences and outlines a window to address abuses before October 15 to November 1.
The Whitney atomic test shot postponed due to unfavorable weather. Arnold Miller, 28, a hot rod racer from Oklahoma City, died in an explosion during the National Hot Rod event as the blast reportedly burned him and a fellow participant.
Mead Park could reach a record 70 000 visitors this season as park caretaker Clifford Long reported on improvements at a board meeting held at Nichols Lodge. He noted 465 feet of stone wall around Memory Lane, 120 picnic tables, ongoing reservations approaching 370 for 1958 and nearly 70 000 total visitors with reservations and nonreserving guests, plus two new drinking fountains planned for Hillside and Elks pavilions this fall.
In a dramatic move, Sarit Thanarat consolidates power after deposing premier Pibulsinggram. King Phumiphon urges government obedience while Sarit claims no political aim, seeks SEATO cooperation, and confirms continuation of American military aid as Bangkok becomes the focal point of Thailand's uncertain political transition.
General Clark proposes a nationwide summer camp for boys in every military establishment to fight juvenile delinquency. He cited the Citadel camp in Charleston as a model teaching discipline character and love of country while awarding junior defender pins. The program would cost about two dollars per day per boy and accommodate hundreds of thousands, with focus on the Constitution and Bill of Rights. The Legion parade on Atlantic Avenue drew up to 200000 spectators.
A three car collision on Worth Center street yesterday afternoon caused about $1,250 in property damage with no serious injuries. Robert McCray, Dale Henry and Joy McFadden were involved. McCray faced charges for operating his auto recklessly endangering people and property.
Portland mayor Schrunk, 44, had charges dropped after a state prosecutor found no grounds for trial. He said he faced framings by a local underworld and “kingmakers” as he claimed to pursue reform. The dismissal closes the probe against the city leader.
Corry Chamber of Commerce faces a roughly 1300 deficit from the potato festival. Most receipts from sponsors and banquet tickets were not yet paid or canceled, leaving outstanding debts after a near final tally. Bank loans will likely be negotiated to cover the shortfall as planning moves to the 1954 festival in early September.
Washington reports the Navy officially canceled the Triton guided missile program designed for 1000 mile range from submarines. About 24 million had been spent. Development was led by Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory with contractor partners McDonnell Aircraft, Gentex, and Keefe. The Polaris IRBM version remains years from readiness as Regulus I production is accelerated.
Rain fell across Pennsylvania ending a drought that stretched over two months. The weekly federal state crop weather summary notes up to 2.0 inches in some regions with a few spots reporting slightly more. The pattern began the August warmth and persisted into mid September before a wetter spell reduced dryness.
A scrambled report connects federal policy with local school choices. It mentions Rep. Hays Arkh mediating between factions, notes a National Guard reference, and cites development concerns and property interests tied to a state commission.
Baltimore The Air Force plans a four stage research rocket flight atop a large balloon to reach 100000 to 4000 miles above Earth in a research probe. Phase 1 used a 200 foot balloon to 104000 feet carrying a two ton load. The test, part of Project Far Side, seeks data on cosmic rays and Earth's magnetic field.
An explosion rocked the Panisir Queen in Tacoma, with one man believed dead aboard. Alil Webber, a 45 year old welder from San Pedro, was missing while Nike Medi, wife of San Pedro, escaped uninjured. Ammonia fumes spread for hours as fire crews searched the charred vessel and waterlogged areas.
Workers removed the body of Arle Davis, 50, of Herndon Heights, a Wyoming Couss ly miner, among three killed in a Premier Pocahontas Co. Tierney No. 1 mine roof cave-in. Three other miners escaped, crawling to safety through a hole as rock collapsed about 4,000 feet inside the mine. Arnold T. Wingo Jr of South Mulliens and Paul D. Kreatich, 43, of Princeton, were also recovered.
64 year old Nacht Niedawiecki of Clymer is listed in satisfactory condition at Cor Ty Memorial Hospital after his motor scooter collided with a tractor trailer on Blair City road between Sherman and Clymer at about 8 20 PM. Deputies say the deaf mute rammed the truck driven by Averell Cochran 49 of Clymer Cochran was not injured and the injured man awaits x ray tests to assess his injuries.
Reports of Asian flu outbreaks spread across New York Mississippi and Texas with schools in Hastings Oswego County New York and Conroe Trinity and Dallas experiencing absences and suspensions. Dr. A L Ory and Dr J E Cook warn the epidemic state with hundreds of cases and potential hospital shortages as health officials mobilize nurses and classes at home.
Government prosecutor plans to wrap up the case against Frank Laurett of Philadelphia in the bribery trial tied to construction of the Army Signal Corps Depot at Tobyhanna. Laurett, employed by John B. Kemmel Inc, faces charges after a lengthy federal grand jury investigation.
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