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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1968
Page
1
A damaged ad lists metal scrap including brass copper and iron. It notes furnishings pieces from a residence such as a 7 piece Westinghouse set and appliances like a refrigerator and dishwasher. Contact numbers and addresses are given for inquiries.
SAIGON AP Another U S Air Force Fill fighter bomber crashed Monday night on a bombing mission against North Vietnam and is believed down somewhere in Thailand. It was the third crash in Vietnam since the winged jet arrived in Thailand in March. The second crash occurred March 30 in northern Thailand with the crew rescued. The first crash, March 28, is believed to have gone down in a remote area of Thailand. The squadron resumed combat missions April 12 and has flown nightly since. In ground fighting, 115 Viet Cong were killed 20 miles south of Saigon and seven South Vietnamese died with 47 wounded in the Mekong Delta. The capital region was placed on full alert after a North Vietnamese defector warned of a large offensive.
General Earle Wheeler told senators that U S aircraft losses in Vietnam totaled 182.5 million with 122 planes and helicopters destroyed by ground fire and 590 damaged in 66 and 67. He said protective shelters proposed for NATO bases in Europe could have cut Vietnam losses to about 7 million and urged congressional approval of 60 steel and concrete shelters, despite prior opposition.
Republican Sen. Javits disputed a national poll showing Nixon beating three leading Democrats and pressed for Gov. Rockefeller to join the race. Nixon aides lauded the poll, while Javits argued it understates Democratic strength and does not prove Nixon can win a united general election.
City Council unanimously approves a housing plan for land between Macadam Hill Road and Johnson Street. The project, mainly in Wayne Township with some city land, requires Planning Commission and Zoning Board review before final approval. A May 1 Zoning Board hearing is planned after prior clearances.
A Titusville resident was treated for minor cuts and bruises after a two car crash in Hydetown. Robert Dupont 24 was southbound on Route 8 when Samuel Small 81 turned left into his lane. Total damage was about 1450 to Duponts 1966 coupe and 250 to Smalls 1959 coupe. Charges are pending. Henry J Topping NY investor and brother of Dan Topping died in Naples.
Chief Hershey told a House panel that the 1964 draft call may reach about 297000, up from the 240000 figure used by the Pentagon. He noted 100000 more could be tapped if the war continues, and linked 1967 induction levels to 1980 needs. The Defense Department also proposed drafting 29500 in June and boosting May summons to 45900.
Larry Rieck a 1966 Corry High School graduate and former CAHS athlete remains in serious condition at Buffalo General Hospital after a head injury from a line drive during practice at Houghton College New York. He was initially taken to Cuba hospital before transfer for specialized care and has shown some improvement while remaining in ICU.
The report notes voting proceeds at a sluggish pace with about 35 to 40 percent of the electorate expected to vote. By midday the anticipated excitement from five constitutional questions failed to materialize, with figures recorded through early afternoon.
City Council passed on first reading Ordinance 1105 to annex part of Wayne Township including the municipal golf course area and nearby residential zones along Macadam Hill road. The revised petition aligns with Third Class City Code and Second Class Township Code to avoid future appeals, though Wayne Township plans to challenge the move in court.
Detroit AP says Dr. Martin Luther King Sr. received a threatening telephone call the day after his son was buried. He said he will continue preaching but remains afraid and notes he has faced dangerous calls for a long time.
Washington AP report says Senate conferees near a principle agreement on a 10 percent income tax surcharge paired with spending cuts. Details await mid May as Johnson plans meetings after a Texas Hawaii trip and renewed pressure to pass the tax bill.
A State Liquor Control Board official said losses to state stores during Pittsburgh disturbances totaled 13 097 dollars. Western Division superintendent William J. Mall reported the bulk of losses were taken by two operators, one in the Hill District and one in East Liberty, covering April 5 to April 11.
Philadelphia observers watch write in support in the Pennsylvania presidential primary as Eugene J. McCarthy appears solo on the ballot. Write ins for Humphrey and Kennedy could challenge the expected 200000 Pennsylvanian votes. Governor Shafer lacks ballot placement but seeks favorite son status to focus on constitutional reform. Continued on Page Three.
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