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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1972
Page
1
A fragmented notice from May lists H. in a mineral matter with timing unclear and no further details readable. The readable portion notes an event or filing related to mineral matters occurring in May but lacks specific date, place, or action.
A package of election reform bills and flood relief measures neared a final Senate vote in Harrisburg. The compromise, reached between the Shapp administration and Republicans, aims to align state law with federal rules while addressing voting and registration concerns. Provisions include mail registration for certain voters, extended absentee ballot reception, and direct grants for flood relief, with a Sept. 1 enactment deadline and House action pending.
Erie County Hospital administrator Shirley Colvin declares perfect health and ongoing work amid a tug of war over hospital operations. County Commissioner William Hill Jr says a recuperative leave may be sought if she does not rest, while other officials express uncertainty about the dispute and action.
Washington reports a congressional commission warns the federally run railroad retirement fund may go bankrupt by 1988 unless rapid financial reforms are made. The fund is jointly financed by rail employers and workers, and a proposed overhaul faces labor unrest fears as pensioners rise.
Two Pittsfield flyers escaped unharmed after an emergency landing in a rough field near Curtis dairy farm on the Columbus Lottaville road. The 1946 Aeronca suffered heavy damage as propeller bent and landing gear smashed. Pilot John T Brown and passenger Justice of the Peace Jay Thompson, both Pittsfield instructors, were uninjured. Further details incomplete.
In Miami Beach, Nixon secures renomination for a record third time and backs Agnew for a repeat running mate. He aims to mobilize youth support, pledging a strong fall campaign as the GOP closes their convention and faces McGovern Shriver. Balloons burst over Convention Hall as supporters cheered his triumph.
Corry born Miss Pennsylvania Linda Kay Olson will ride a Pennsylvania Bank and Trust float in Titusville Lions Day parade. She eyes the Miss America Pageant in Atlantic City in September. Nixon’s primary vote tally stood at 1,347 with McCloskey and Lujan each receiving one vote. Demonstrators outside the hall clashed with police as they protested the convention.
An orientation for prospective seventh grade students and their parents will be held at Corry Area High School on Friday at 10 a.m. Principal Russell Brant and guidance counselor Mrs. Martha Pfusch will attend with several seventh grade teachers to discuss programs and answer questions. A building tour will introduce seventh grade rooms and staff.
Miami Beach police clashed with protesters outside Convention Hall as Nixon's renomination drew 216 arrests and multiple injuries. Vietnam veterans and SDS members joined a diverse crowd, with Zippies present, blocking streets and scuffling with police amid painted faces and antiwar placards. Organizers warn tonight's demonstrations will intensify.
CHICAGO AP Senator George McGovern told the American Legion that despite pledging defense cuts he would ensure sufficient power to resist attack and deter diplomacy by blackmail. He argued his budget could destroy Russia and China twice over while promising an invincible defense. He planned a meeting with Chicago Mayor Daley, seeking Illinois support, and noted his wartime service as a bomber pilot.
Peek n Peak Recreation Inc of Clymer reports record revenues for the year ended June 30 1972 with gross operating $951 400 up from 897 100 last year but net income drops from 365 000 to 26 150. The weak northeast ski season and high start up costs for new facilities cited. The company runs Peek n Peak Ski Center Clymer Peek n Mountain Youngsville and Peek n om the Lake Findley Lake plus a 3 million expansion including Inn at the Peak two golf courses a resort and year round facilities.
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