04 Apr 1960
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1960
Page
1
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Washington AP report on a looming Senate showdown over civil rights legislation as it proceeds with amendments. A key rule change removed a demand for public hearings by court appointed voting referees, while leadership aims to finish action before a weekend recess. Southern opposition signals possible further changes before final passage and a House agreement.
Hollywood reports a month-old actors strike casting a pall over the 32nd Academy Awards while NBC telecasts a 40 minute prom tonight at 10 30 pm EST. The ceremony promises glamour despite absences and a possible bonus 30 minutes. Open with nomination highlights including Elizabeth Taylor Simone Signoret Audrey Hepburn Katharine Hepburn Doris Day and Paul Muni expected stars and Charlton Heston is favored for Best Actor with Stewart and Lemmon as challengers.
Merchants in Marshall Texas met to discuss possible economic countermeasures as integration protests surge. In Baton Rouge Louisiana less than 20 of about 5000 students withdrew after sit-in arrests while Thurgood Marshall urged solidarity and non oppression. A South white group was proposed by 17 colleges for broader sit-ins and extended boycotts at Highlander Folk School in Monteagle Tennessee.
Police report a husband shot his wife Cloyd R. Bossler, 76, and then killed himself with a 20 caliber rifle at the couple's home in Jurndlu WA. Their son William found them. Authorities gave no motive for the double shooting.
SAE Police investigate malicious mischief after mailboxes in front of homes of Thomas Koark Carleton Curtis and James Curtis in Columbus were knocked over last Friday night. Federal officials noted the timing and location under their jurisdiction.
The Corry Area Ministerial Association unanimously urges defeat of the pari mutuel harness racing referendum on April 26 1980. They argue gambling harms families and moral character and warn the vice could open doors to broader gambling in the community.
The Corry Area Junior-Senior PTA appeals for cash donations to cover about $125 needed to run the post prom party. Checks can be mailed to Mrs. Willard Dyckes on Grace Street as the PTA meets tomorrow night to finalize arrangements for the event at an as yet undetermined time.
Police report a group of five to seven year olds involved in a months long theft ring, with four youths admitting taking pipes lighters bracelets and watches from several Erie area retailers. One 5 year old admitted taking a wrist watch. case not pursued for a related victim.
The surge of the Mississippi River roared through western Missouri farmland as a major levee break near Meyer north of Quincy released miles of water across about 30 000 acres of corn and wheat. Evacuations reached roughly 2 007 residents in Meyer Warsaw Canton and Alexandria as National Guardsmen and volunteers fought to halt the flood advancing toward the levees.
One week old Sharon Rush, first daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Rush of Minneapolis, posed with her mother while siblings Michael, 5, and Douglas, 13, stand nearby. The article notes she won’t face hand me downs from older siblings, highlighting the family’s pride in the newborn.
Soviet Premier Khrushchev stated Moscow will push for a German peace treaty acceptable to the Western powers while again urging separate treaties with East and West Germany. He warned West Germany’s Adenauer tried to mobilize cold war allies against a pact, and noted talks with De Gaulle highlighted Soviet positions. He spoke to about 17,000 at a Paris friendship rally, stressing disarmament as the world’s top issue and signaling Geneva’s divergent views.
Flood damage across the one story school floor except the gym prompted Corry Civil Defense units to coordinate pumping and cordon operations. A four man local crew began Friday night, with additional teams joining through Saturday, totaling 135 man hours to remove water before schools in Cochranton reopened the following day.
Milwaukee AP report says Wisconsin poised as politi cal sphinx before pivotal primary. Voters may exceed one million Tuesday as Kennedy and Humphrey vie for delegates and psychological edge. Kennedy aides note undecided voters, while Humphrey grows confidence with polls and Labor support. article continues on page two.
Local students have raised 3500 of 7000 needed for a foreign student fund for next year. The city must raise 700 more or abandon sending a Corry student to Europe. Fund-raisers say business groups and clubs have not yet responded satisfactorily. A local family will host next year’s student, with three finalists remaining for the honor.
Dublin native Patrick Power 83, manager of the Pairmant West Virginia Hotel, died in a two car collision on Route 59 near Gratton West Virginia. His body will be sent to Pocono for funeral services.
In Stockbridge Massachusetts civics teacher Joseph R. Cischino admitted to a secret dual marriage life with two wives and four children. Police Chief William Obanheim reported Cischino divided his time between homes eight miles apart and worked a part time job at a South Lee resort to cover subsistence. He pleaded guilty to bigamy and is held on bail as details emerge of marriages to Mary Dischina and Margaret Bishop, with children aged 14 to 4.
At the Geneva disarmament talks, Soviet Deputy Foreign Minister Valerian Zorin rejects a standalone ban on nuclear space vehicles unless the United States abandons overseas bases. He calls Eaton's satellite ban proposal unacceptable and accuses the West of pursuing disarmament talks to curtail Soviet advantages. He demands acceptance of the Soviet four year plan for total disarmament as the basis for progress.
William Caton 19 of East Pittsburgh strapped a holster and fired a pistol in a fast draw demonstration. He shot three times in rapid succession. on the third shot the weapon discharged. Friend Thomas Linesenbigler 16 was wounded in the chest. Caton said he believed the gun was not loaded.
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