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Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Apr 11, 1963

Page

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Wheels Stripped From 14 Cars At Columbus Garage

Turben Chevrolet agency on Route 6 reports 14 wheels and rims plus batteries and assorted parts stolen from 10 cars parked outside in the early hours. Trooper Raymond Anderson says losses exceed $700 and a $100 reward is offered. Police seek tips on the overnight theft, noting a likely truck involvement and multiple thieves.

Avita Parts Route 6 Columbus Raymond Anderson Corry State Turben Chevrolet Agency Anderson

Sniper Misses Ex Gen Edwin Walker at Home

An unidentified rifle shooter fired at ex General Edwin A. Walker through a back window of his home in a fashionable north Dallas district, narrowly missing him by inches. Police say Walker, at his tax desk, moved just as the shot from a 30.06 rifle tore through wood framing and glass. Walker, a Texas native who moved to Dallas after resigning from the Army in 1961 amid allegations of teaching extreme right politics to troops in Germany.

Pabbar Tex Edwin A. Walker Walker Tra van Clove Ghalley Germany

Corry seeks sewer funds as house restores money

Rep James Weaver Erie Republican 24th district voted yes to restored 500 million dollars for Public Works. Mayor Zaleneck said city engineer Ward will submit a 50 thousand dollar request for a northside sewer system. Corry’s prior funds were shelved. Weaver cited unemployment and fairness, warning funds won’t fix long term economy.

Corry In & Telegram Journal James Weaver Erie Republican Philip Zaleneck Victor Ward Syilent Weaver Congress Cclllge Mons

Chinese Communists surrender 144 Indian POWs to Red Cross

New Delhi reports that 144 Indian prisoners of war were turned over by Chinese authorities to the Indian Red Cross yesterday. The exchange marks a notable wartime prisoner handover as the conflict continues.

New Delhi India Indian Red Cross

Starling Nest Fire Sparks Kitchen Blaze Near Spring Creek

A starling built a nest in a chimney at M. L. Wrights home four miles west of Spring Creek on the Spring Creek Titusville road. The nest caught fire, igniting the kitchen ceiling while Wright was absent. Seven Spring Creek firefighters and neighbors quickly extinguished the blaze. no damage estimate was available.

Corry Fire Department Spring Creek Titusville Corry Warren M. L. Wright Fire Department Wright

Labor Opposes Sales Tax Hike

The Allegheny County Labor Council AFL CIO representing 145000 unionists voted unanimously against a proposed rise in the state sales tax from 4 to 4 percent. The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers argued the broader tax base would hurt those with less ability to pay and poorer families.

Freipouyen Allegheny County Labor Council Afl-Cio International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers

Corry Erie Phones Go Dry In Dual Erie Cable Accidents

Two unrelated Erie incidents cut General Telephone Co service for thousands. A pole fire damaged a splice, burning worker Charles Stroup and severing the Union exchange from Bearsarge and Erie central offices. Repair crews restored many lines by morning as another accident alongside a plumbing error disrupted the network.

Erie General Telephone Co Burns Westside Charles Stroup Hemet| Hospital Lee Doehrel Robert 2. Zabrosky Bearsarge Unien Ama Summiit Greene Townships Eresoutt

Navy race to save Thresher crew tests rough Atlantic

Washington AP reports the Navy battled heavy seas and 8,400 foot depths as deep water and a storm hampered a search for 129 men aboard the nuclear submarine Thresher after a Wednesday dive. A court of inquiry was ordered in New London while the fleet pressed seven ships and Seawell to locate the missing craft near Boston.

Washington Thresher Atlantic Boston Massachusetts Air Nationau Navy Seawell Skylark Atnpinet Vnen Kennedy Naval Court of Inquiry New London Conn Philadelphia Ap) — Navy John W. Harvey New Tondon Manning_ J, Harvey Glenn Laird Helser Topen Thomas B. Johnson Montoursville Anthony W. Rushttsii Allentown Pentagon Adm George W. Anderson Naval Operations Anderson Associated Press William Keller Green Bay Wis Ronald D. Keller Aaron S. Gunter Jacksonville Fig Aaron Jade Gunter Walting Portsmouth N.H Gunter Doris Mae Danerine Balt Ralph’ Grafton de Witt N.Y Syracuse John G. Grafton Anna Kantz Ann Arbor Mich Thomas C. Kant Marvin T. Helsius Trout Creek Bruns B. Helsius Spokane Wash Everett B. Wilgins Lewis | Wiggins Wiggins Exeter Thresher , Jenks The

Washington watches steel price storm in Kennedy era

Washington eyes possible White House action as steel price dispute nears 1960s style showdown. Reporters note Kennedy concerns and delayed presidential departure to Palm Beach while whispers tie Wheeling Steel price hikes to possible AFL CIO wage moves. Continued discussion hints at upward pay adjustments under industry talks.

Waaninwiun Far Ostington White House Kennedy Florida Palm’ Beach Wheeling Steel Corp Afl-Cio United Steelworkers of America

CHEER Seeks Local Volunteers For Parties And Crafts

CHEER seeks volunteers in many roles including baked goods kitchen leaders craft leaders crafts assistants game leaders and nurse helpers. The group plans one annual intake and invites area residents to list suitable activities with Mrs Norman Tarbell CHEER president. Morgan Beverly CHEER registrar notes no fundraising drives will occur.

Ames Norman Tarbell Tarbell Morgan Beverly Cheer Register

Crest Toothpaste Kits Sent to City Schools

Reading the OCR fragment, Crest toothpaste kits are given to city schools as teaching aids. Paul W. Glaypool notes kits include a toothbrush and toothpaste and aim to promote good brushing habits among second graders. The program, sanctioned by the School Board, is described as nationwide and new to the district.

Seuuuuseeae Stuuehis A Proctor and Gamble Co Paul W. Glaypool Wieht and Concord Clypagl Claypool

Letter Appeal Seeks Cancer Fund Support Citywide

Families and friends wait and pray as a community mail campaign aims to raise 2750 for this year’s cancer fund. The drive runs April 15 to 30 with educational materials and no personal calls. Local leaders include Mrs D Armour Hillstrom Roy Reed Keith Henton B G Barney Bennett John Kennedy Allen Kulu and Dr A E Tate.

Cancer Fund Wieh Corry Ene County D. Armour Hillstrom Roy Reed Keith Henton B. G.barney Bennett John Kennedy Allen Kulu A. E. Tate Sam Baressi George Sarople Martin Keppel Cancey Corry Journal

Sub Would Crack Like Nut At 8400

Portsmou th Naval Shipyard waits in the dark for news on the Thresher missing in 8400 feet of sea. Rear Adm. Palmer and staff stay in a base room as families receive no word. Chaplain Kevin Kenney consoles grieving kin while Navy wives offer quiet support through the night.

Mat Polit Navy Portsmouth N.H Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Admiralty Village Cr. Palmer Rye John Holmes Kevin J. Kenney

Corry Hospital Receives State Fund Share of 4464

State Auditor General reports $90,396 in aid processed over two months for eight area hospitals and three schools of nursing. Corry Memorial Hospital totals include 1463.85 and 481 for the September quarter and 2519 for December quarter. Other listed hospitals include Meadville City Hospital and Spensor Hospital Meadville with varied percentages and amounts.

Ranroadurg State Auditor General's Department Corry Corry's Corry Memorial Hospital Meadville City Hospital Spenter “Hospital Meadville Titneville Hospital

Millcreek Mother Kills Two Children Then Takes Life

Police say Kate Winkel, described as well adjusted, killed her two children Gretchen 15 months and Hans 4, then hanged herself in a Millcreek Township cellar. A note reportedly stated everyone will be better off without me.

Eran Millcreek Clark Kaw Winkel Gretchen Hans Kate Winkel

Time And Temperature Clock Unveiled By National Bank

The National Bank of Carry unveils First One and Temperature Clock at Clinton and North Center. The Double TT device displays time and temperature with 184 lamps, 142 contacts, and 1750 parts. It features automatic correction every 60 seconds and power backup for up to 10 hours.

National Bank of Carry National Bank Clinton and North Center Streets Martin Keppel Lwa Avery

Local Spellers Compete in Erie County Finals at YMCA

Five students from Cony Area schools advance to the Erie County finals at the YMCA. The top county winner goes to Pittsburgh for the state title with a chance to reach the national championship in Washington DC. Contenders include Deborah Gill, Beth Sanders, Deborah Blegm, and others spelling for spots. The event starts Saturday at 1 PM at the downtown Erie YMCA.

Cony Area Jpinluté Schoois Ee County Pittebireh Washington, D.C Wwitner Deborah Gill Wright Lar Ify Beth Sanders Coneway School Deborah Blegm Dean Colurttas Marten Zajac Wright School Erie YMCA

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