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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1964
Page
4
In Our Opinion the piece argues Johnson’s retaliatory strikes against North Vietnam risked nuclear war yet are justified as a necessary defense. It cites past precedents from Fort Sumter, Korea, and World Wars, warns of brinkmanship, and notes reactions from Congress and public. It questions how many lessons the Hanoi move teaches.
U S financial figures show Americans repaying old installment debts at high levels while new credit growth slows. June retail sales slip slightly from May after a big March-June run, with cash buying rising and tax-cut rebates aiding savings. Installment credit extensions reach 5.4 billion in June, leaving outstanding consumer credit at 55.9 billion, the smallest May-to-June gain in a year.
The Corry Evening Journal masthead lists staff roles and advertising offices, noting publication details and mailing information. It includes staff names such as George A. Sempie general manager and Allan Habhrolik city editor, with advertising and production staff and office addresses in Corry and Detroit.
Jim Bishop observes Jackie Gleason relocating his TV show to Miami Beach with Mitchell Wolfson's Chanel 10. The move costs big money for cameras, facilities, and a fresh public image as Gleason commands attention yet looms possible burnout as sun, fame, and contract pressures mix with his sharp, lively persona.
Washington diary notes Johnson aides fretting over Australian beef imports amid Senate quota clashes that favor cattle interests and hurt allies. The piece cites Mike Mansfield and House leaders as key players, with Dunnings on Pork and Goldwaterites amid Viet Nam concerns and a Dean Acheson backlash over leaks to Smith College interns.
W. L. Hamilton of Union City is named superintendent of reinforced plastics manufacturing at Hays Manufacturing. Richard H. Strucker of Erie is appointed chief tooling engineer. Hamilton previously led in the Boat Division of Molded Fiber Glass Body Co and has prior superintendent experience.
A Curvy mix of World War II dispatches and local sports notes from Corry. Allied forces reported strong German counterattacks near Avranches while American armor pushed toward Paris. Meanwhile Pearl Harbor HQ announced a carrier strike near Tokyo and a Bonin Islands shelling, with several Japanese vessels sunk. Local driver faces charges after two crashes on Lovells Station Road. In Corry ball action, the Merchants beat Erie Pontives at Loveland Field as Russ Cassett drove in two runs with Cassett at left field, Vern Group getting the win.
40 years ago on August 7 1924 Corry sweltered under the hottest summer heat. Thunder showers the past two nights failed to bring relief. Mrs James H McCabe widow of the late Sunday noon death passed away at her Park Place home. Ellen Marie 14 missing since last Saturday searched for by police. Boy Scouts raised about 150 from an ice cream social in the city park with six hundred served. Miss Mary Squire and Lynn Peterson married yesterday at Erie and will reside at 720 Marion Street.
Labor and Industry Department data show 16 781 new unemployment claims last week against 18 517 prior week and 103 886 continued claims. Year ago new claims totaled 23 59 and continued claims 122 866. Local context mentions Erie and a graduate of Academy High School and the General Etsetne Apprentica schunl.
Hal Boyle reports veteran producer director Fred Zinnemann says Hollywood welcomes young talent as the industry broadens, with fewer gatekeepers and more freedom. He recalls arriving from Vienna, starting as an extra, winning an Oscar for The Search long after his arrival, and embracing a slow, passionate craft. He predicts a bright future for cinema if filmmakers stay true to their convictions and tell genuine stories.
Federal, state and Kern County authorities raided the home of Liegearold Otis Sledge yesterday to climax a three month investigation. They found 15 gallons of moonshine corn whiskey and Sledge was jailed on a charge of selling and possessing illegal whisky.
Harrisburg State Health Secretary Charles J. Wilbur announces the 13th annual conference to be held at University Park from August 16 to 20. The event is sponsored by the Health Department, the State Medical Society, the American Health, and the Pennsylvania Public Health Association.
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