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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1963
Page
1
A partial OCR fragment references a historical land or trade item with numbers like 600 bats and 38 or 7. It mentions acres, water access, and a lamch related term. The legible content suggests a property or production note rather than a full event.
Slim hope persisted for miner Louis Bova as rescue teams drilled toward the trapped trio in Hazleton Pennsylvania. Two other miners David Feilin and Throne were located without food, while drills faced routine difficulties. Gov. Scranton was expected at noon to oversee the operation as teams pursued a 12 inch escape hole and prepared a larger bore to reach the men 331 feet underground.
Navy physician Lt. Richard Anderson briefed reporters at Sheppton on the mine rescue of three men trapped since August 13. He cautioned against timing guesses, noting food and water boost survival, while praising the miners' stamina and resolve amid a tense, endurance driven effort.
Michigan trims its general fund deficit from 85.6 million dollars on June 30, 1962 to 23 million as of June 30 this year. Controller Glenn Allen Jr. predicts further improvement could lower red ink to about 5 million annually if the economy stays robust. Governor George Romney’s fiscal stance gains credibility amid talk of tax reform ahead of a possible 1964 run.
AP reports in ES OPEVILLE Kan that Jame Sue Wells aged 10 died after a pogo stick mishap. She fell onto a wheel and axle from a toy wagon, the axle piercing a vein in her neck as she bounced. The bizarre incident is under investigation by local authorities.
The Power Commission approved New York State Natural Gas Corp of Pittsburgh to modify its Sabinsville storage field in Tioga Pa at a cost of 1.9 million dollars. The changes will cut cushion gas investment by about 2.1 million and enable use of about 5.5 billion cubic feet of gas to meet winter market growth.
Evangelist Billy Graham, speaking in Los Angeles, said the Peace Corps is “almost completely materialistic” and cannot accomplish all that might be hoped without God at the center. He urged the audience to reframe the mission toward spiritual purpose.
New York mayor Robert Wagner ends the 44 day civil rights sit in outside City Hall after a clash that left three policemen hurt. Pickets tried to chain themselves to a pillar, a melee erupted, and demonstrators marched toward Park Row as mounted police dispersed the crowd.
Washington AP report says Democrats hold slim control as the House nears final approval of Kennedy's 4 billion foreign aid authorization. Republicans fought the money, while Senate action stalls until after limited nuclear test ban hearings. The outcome hinges on the later appropriation bill, likely less than the authorization by year end.
Erie County Democratic Chairman Peter Schaaf said about 10 Corry men seek the postmaster job, with five already in the department and eligible for veterans preference. He expects a recommendation within two to three weeks to Sen. Clark, then to President Kennedy for Senate approval, though timing remains uncertain.
Khrushchev flew to Titograd for talks with Yugoslav President Tito and his wife. The leaders and spouses planned a two day cruise from Titograd to Kotor aboard Tito's yacht, sailing up the Dalmatian coast toward Brioni Island in Yugoslavia.
The Go Ahead Golf Commission advances planning for a public Gulf course here. It selected an architect with experience building 40 plus courses, urged a special council meeting, and proposed a schedule of income and fees. The plan envisions a fully facilitated site with swimming facilities and public operation, with financing discussions underway and a potential tax or rate structure to make the project affordable for most residents.
Erie County gas station attendant Donald Perkins was shot twice in the left temple and robbed of cash at the Wilson Preston Mobil Service near Harborcreek. State police, D A investigators, and detectives scoured the scene for clues as six money bags were taken and fingerprints were not found.
Corty YMCA youths hold a car wash in the parking lot from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. to raise funds for a bus for all programs. Proceeds go to the bus fund with trading stamps offered for $1 per book. Reservations via Ted Dahlstrand at 2174.
AP report says James Lamp, longtime Associated Press newsman covering the three trapped miners, was hurt about 15 feet into a pulley rig at the rescue site. A doctor treated a severely nicked hand and ordered hospital care for stitches. Doctors estimated 12 to 45 stitches may be needed.
The Milton Hershey trust provides 50 million to create a new medical college in Harrisburg by 1965, to be operated by Penn State as the seventh Pennsylvania medical school. Judge Swope signed the transfer decree. admissions and governance rest with Penn State, with a related science center in Harrisburg. Government officials call the move momentous and philanthropic.
Elgin Hose and Tne Elgin-Beaverdam-Vetre leer firefighters finalized plans for a food tent at the Wattsburg Fair. Members will depart Elgin at 10 a.m. for setup, with equipment moved from Corry at 2 p.m. Volunteers sought, with the Hose Company Ladies Auxiliary assisting.
Sydney report quotes Rev Gordon Powell a Presbyterian minister back from two months in the United States saying American churches display embarrassing wealth He notes ministers share concern over values and money while observing church incomes cited between two hundred thousand and four hundred thousand dollars
Washington DC. The Senate Commerce Committee schedules a vote on four rail bill options as a path to arbitrate the work rules dispute ahead of a potential strike. Chairman Warren G. Magnuson outlines possibilities including turning the dispute over to the Interstate Commerce Commission for a two year work rule ruling or creating an arbitration panel with management labor and public representatives. The plan aims to resolve key issues of job eliminations and train crew makeup while leaving wage talks to separate talks. Continued on page two.
Madison Dred Scott, 41, great grandson of the slave whose case helped prompt the 13th 14th and 15th amendments, will sue in Grand Rapids Superior Court to overturn a 30 day suspension and demotion from sergeant to patrolman. He seeks a trial without jury after a year-long dispute over alleged conduct unbecoming an officer.
Prime Minister Fidel Castro said the Cuban revolution is going ahead and will win despite counter revolutionary attacks. He made the remark during the opening of Cuba’s annual student games after gun raids on refineries and factories by counter revolutionary groups.
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