25 Apr 1960
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1960
Page
1
Fragmentary ad copy mentions a Deere actor, 15 inch hitch point, beds, rug, sink, and aVeith reference. Readers puzzle whether it describes tools, vehicles, or furniture as part of a seasonal sale and a hidden pun within a public notice.
Corry voters head to the polls tomorrow amid debates on rights and government, with interest spurred by a pari mutuel betting issue and concerns about crime. Three local candidates vie for state offices, including W. W. Waterhouse for State Senate and J. Fred Kinley vs William Peiffer for General Assembly, in a three way nomination contest shaping the county's political balance.
Seven people died and two were injured in three private plane crashes across Pennsylvania over the weekend. In York County a single engine plane struck a farm home and yard injuring two, killing the pilot Lynus F Schowalter 42 and James Hickey 37. The other deaths involved a Cessna 172 near Donegal interchange and a Cooksna plane in rugged terrain near Williamsport. investigators seek causes.
Police arrested four boys aged 12 to 15 after they fired a rifle near a South Center street trailer. A resident reported shots whizzing past his home and officers later found the group, including a 12 year old who had been involved. They will appear before Chief Harley Drake to answer for their conduct.
REALPORT Leonora Nigh 22 of Buller fatally injured about 12 15 a m yesterday when his 1960 sedan left a curve on Route 4 eight miles from Smethport striking four utility poles. He died at Bradford Hospital at 2 20 a m suffering a fractured skull and multiple injuries. State Police said he was alone. the car left the road struck a pole and skidded 150 feet before stopping. The body was found 25 feet from the wreckage.
In Pennsylvania's Tuesday primary, two congressional races unfold in GOP strongholds, with incumbents or successors replacing a late congressman. Presidential preference lists Nixon on the Republican ballot with no Democrats, while write-in dynamics and party loyalties unfold amid Rockefeller's campaign ties and Kennedy's organizational activity.
Tear gas and gunfire erupted in Seoul as protesters demanded the resignation of President Syngman Rhee and Vice President Lee Ki-poone. Demonstrators clashed with troops under martial law. reports of deaths were disputed.
W W Doc Waterhouse candidate for State Senate pledged to back the rebuilding of the Columbus Dam. He said concerted action in Harrisburg is needed to outline the dam’s importance to the Erie Warren area. Estimates ranged from 60.09 to far lower costs. his statement aimed to secure support in tomorrow's primary.
President Eisenhower and French leader Charles de Gaulle wrap up talks in Washington with agreement on Berlin policy and hope for a disarmament deal with Nikita Khrushchev. They meet with foreign ministers, De Gaulle plans an address to Congress, while both leaders insist on firm Western unity and proceed with summit plans in Paris.
Two shipwrecked Americans plundered rescuers, killed charter boat skipper Captain Ancus Boatwright, 55, and fled with his boat Isla Moriada off Elbow Cay Bahamas. Coast Guard planes pursued. Barbara Table, 18, and Alvin Table, 23, plus an accomplice were identified among the wrecked group. The Muriel TT, a Florida cabin cruiser, was involved as the stolen vessel.
Saturday night a resident reported two incidents near Concord School. Mrs. Vallettì called police at 6 pm to say a young man in a car tried to lure two small children from the playground. Her husband retrieved their son. the driver left. A second report described a red and white car dangerously near the playground with no damage to equipment found. Police located the vehicle by 2:30 am. Walter Bowen of East Bond Street admitted stopping at the playground to pick up youths. He said his car’s wheels dropped on the driveway and caused damage while attempting to turn around, leading to a collision with swings, a fence, and a tank to regain the street.
The March living cost index rose, with food prices up for the first time in six months. The department's CPI climbed to around 125.7, pushing up costs for over 800,000 railroad employees and boosting payrolls by about one million dollars annually. Arnold Chase of the Labor Department warned prices may stay high into late summer.
Miss Betty Aham 28 stepped from her car on the Plesdilit Hill road about five miles south of Corry into the path of a northbound Buick driven by Howard F Crawford. The impact broke a window and struck Aham’s arm, causing a bruised limb. Police estimate window damage at seven dollars.
Bulletin reports that President Charles de Gaulle told U S Congress that destroying nuclear arms by common consent under international supervision is the only hope for humanity. He warned that if major powers refuse to give up atomic weapons, France will be forced to arm itself.
TEHRAN Iran AP a giant earthquake devastates the south Iranian city of Lar and nearby villages. official death toll 1200 to 1500 with unofficial estimates higher. Rescue teams recover 380 young bodies while more are sought among the 17000 residents. The disaster collapses key buildings including the town office as relief is urged from Tehran.
Corry Jointure districts report 1960-61 budget work with mixed outcomes. Property tax millage rises in Corry Elgity Concord and Wayne Townships while Spring Creek and Columbus show varied effects. In Corry millage shifts to 17 with half to the school district. Elgin Township seeks milage changes and higher yields under new assessments. Conard and Concord adjust per capita taxes and new levies while Wayne reduces millage but raises per capita tax. Spring Creek retains 17.2 mills and $10 per person with 4 paid wage tax and act 481 effects.
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