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18 Aug 1961
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1961
Page
1
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In Norfolk Virginia ten Cuban defectors aboard the Bahía de Nipe, including the captain, sought political asylum after diverting the 3800 ton sugar laden ship to Lynnhaven Roads. They were removed to Norfolk Naval Station for processing as U S officials consider refugee status. The Coast Guard and immigration authorities monitored the vessel as it remained at anchor in Chesapeake Bay.
The Pennsylvania State Employment Service office reports July placements reached 30 workers from 71 referrals as 48 jobs opened. Seven positions lacked qualified applicants for specialized talents. A case showed an applicant with new training missed due to registration update. The job development program accounted for two placements and the office urges prompt reregistration with updated qualifications.
Erie County 4 H members from Corry area prepare for the Erie County Roundup at Wattsburg Fair Grounds. Activities include livestock judging, a tractor driving safety contest, fashion show and awards. Organized by the Erie County Extension Office with Simon Garber leading 4 H activities. Admission is free. residents urged to attend.
Mrs Idella Hilliard a longtime resident of the Tinian Convalescent Home Brookville died last night two days before her 103rd birthday. She came from a family famed for longevity with her mother Mrs Catherine Goss and sister Mrs Nettie Pandourner both living to 101.
Three major drug makers Pfizer American Cyanamid and Bristol-Myers Squibb and their top executives were indicted on price rigging and monopoly charges. The grand jury charged the firms controlled about 70 percent of the market for aureomycin tetramycin and tetracycline and accused them of withholding information to obtain the tetracycline patent. Co defendants Olin Mathieson Chenica Co and Upjohn Co were named but not charged.
Chancellor Adenauer said West Germany will tighten defense within limits to counter East German moves on West Berlin. He warned military action alone cannot solve the crisis and will seek Western Allies support for East West negotiations. Mayor Brandt backed human rights and called for international intervention if needed.
As Berlin reports on the Marienfelde refugee center, displaced Germans await processing of admissions and medical exams. Officials warn of red tape delays while families, including many children, seek meals and shelter amid ongoing West Berlin closures and political restrictions.
The Navy announced a program to raise its operating fleet by 42 ships by June 30 next year. The plan includes an additional attack carrier, more amphibious transports, and boats out of mothballs, with 26800 personnel kept in service and submarines boosted for hunter killer operations.
Police say Luminie Jean Kickighter Richardson, a Georgia housewife, killed her husband and three children with a pistol before taking her own life. A post mortem found she was two months pregnant, a fact detectives consider linked to the tragedy in a Fulton area home.
Shoppers flood the downtown business district this morning as a two day sidewalk sale opens under favorable weather. Merchants report hundreds buying marked-down merchandise with extensive displays and window decorations, projecting thousands of dollars in sales before 5 30 pm.
Report describes an eight hour revolt ending with convicts surrendering and hostages released. The story notes tear gas fear, police actions, and subsequent inquiries.
A Texas high school football player suffered fatal injuries after a game incident. Officials provided scant details, but the event prompted inquiries and memorials from teammates and local authorities.
President Johnson plans a Bonn visit this weekend at Kennedy's request to reassure West Germans amid the Berlin crisis. A coordinated Western show of force with United States British and French troops is discussed to reinforce West Berlin as East Germany escalates. Leaders including Konrad Adenauer and Willy Brandt speak on readiness and human rights while reports indicate troop movements and heightened tensions.
The article notes guard units not included in alert orders, with references to Company A of the 12th Infantry and awaiting status. It mentions national guard units, possible alerts, and uncertainty about which forces will receive orders as the situation develops.
Prison guards moved in at the Tennessee state penitentiary yesterday rounding up prisoners after a four hour standoff. Prison officials say rebels seized hostages including inmates and held them in the commissary with improvised weapons. The insurgents demanded talks with authorities on unspecified grievances.
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