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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1968
Page
1
Manila endured fresh tremors 39 hours after a predawn quake that toppled an apartment building, killing at least 83 with the toll expected to rise. Rescue work continued, cranes aided digging, and authorities warned the death count could reach 200 as 251 injured were reported.
Milan Italy AP reports an Italian Airlines DC 8 with 95 aboard crashed into a pine hillside amid rain and fog. Pilot Fabio Stafiore 59 said a downdraft doomed the flight. Surviving passengers describe flames enveloping the jet as they evacuated through emergency exits.
Former Vice President Richard M Nixon and four partners of his 1963 law firm were named in a 300 million dollar federal suit filed in Manhattan. The Louisiana financier accuses them of conspiring to reorganize Atlas Sewing Centers and raid assets. The defendants include The Irving Trust Co Beneficial Finance of North Jersey and several partners. Nixon calls the suit a political stunt.
President Johnson heads to his Texas ranch during congressional recess to quietly observe the steel price situation and potential further government action after this week’s labor contract agreement. He travels with Defense Secretary Clark Clifford and aide Joseph Califano Jr. and plans to spend the weekend away with their wives.
North Pittsburgh Little League will face Corry today at Clarion with a potential path to the state crown. North Pittsburgh already beat McKeesport this week and would advance to Williamsport if Corry wins or advances.
The Republican presidential race narrows to two front runners as Nixon and Rockefeller seek to prove their credentials ahead of the Miami Beach convention. Reagan is not expected to secure the nomination. Nixon supporters push southern delegates to block early ballots toward Reagan while some favorite sons hesitate before committing. Continued on Page Six.
President Johnson stated there will be additional action in the steel price situation though he offered no specifics. Within hours four more firms announced selective increases as the government signals a firm stance. The steel dispute follows Bethlehem’s across the board hike and a new three year contract with the United Steelworkers Union.
North Vietnamese forces attacked a Marine radio relay station near Khe Sanh, killing six Marines and wounding 11. The assault followed recent heavy losses in northern provinces and included mortars, grenades, and a helicopter landing zone seizure. Additional actions across South Vietnam involved downed helicopters, captured weapons, and strikes on matériel moving to enemy units.
In Bratislava Soviet leaders and five allied parties signaled optimism as they outline an agreement to shield the Soviet bloc. The pact reportedly promises noninterference in Czechoslovakia’s liberalization in return for continued Communist alignment. Alexander Dubcek praised ongoing liberalization while talks with Czechoslovakia, the Soviet Union, Poland, East Germany, Hungary, and Bulgaria proceeded near the Danube.
The city advertised for bids on a new maintenance building to be set on East Smith Street near the sewage plant. Proposals are for a 60 by 192 foot option or a 60 by 198 foot option. After completion and relocation, the Raymond Avenue building and its lot will be offered for sale with demolition required within a reasonable period. The current site has space for four building lots, says City Engineer David Johnson.
A small plane struck a sign atop a 28 story Las Vegas tower then crashed into the nearby convention center killing the pilot Everett Shaw 99 of Las Vegas. Wreckage scattered inside the center with no other injuries reported. The LV sign and wing remained lodged in the building’s structure and officers investigated the incident.
Merchants prepare for Sidewalk Bazaar Daze with signs reading Sponsor in the week ahead. Booths line North and South Center streets offering bargains and refreshments for all ages. The event closes with a free public street dance on East Washington near the fire station, featuring Rainbow Release.
City police investigated a late evening break of a large plate glass window at Root Used Furniture Store on Eas Main Street reported by Edward Berry of Avalon Bowling Alleys. No witnesses found after checks. prior vandalism at Root Furniture earlier involved a man kicking a hole in First Avenue window. Guards strike at Trenton State Prison spreads to Rahway Bordentown and Yardville.
Sirhan Bishara Sirhan, 24, pleaded innocent to Kennedy murder. Attorney Russell Parsons may pursue diminished capacity to reduce charges, aiming to prove mental defect prevented specific intent, malice, and premeditation. Trial set for November 1. brain scan and psychiatric reports pending.
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