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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1976
Page
3
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A garbled OCR fragment discussing an elected official named Michael and a ballot fate. No clear event, date, or jurisdiction, but shows political context and uncertainty about a vote or outcome.
Mattsburg Agricultural Society hosts the Erie County Fair at Wattsburg Fairgrounds from August 30 to September 4 with a Vesper Service August 29. Senior citizen free day on September 2 offers free parking and access. antique farm equipment display. amusement-ride bonanza on September 1 for $2 with coupons. regular adult admission $2. children under 12 free.
Erie hearing on computerized assessments argues automation could improve equity but experts warn hardware alone won't fix the tax system. Witnesses say property values must be continuously updated, while critics note political fears hinder frequent revaluations. Proposals include five year reviews and independent citizen panels with potential oversight.
A Pleasantville Grade School construction accident left foreman Greeg Pay with burns over 30 percent of his body and a deep leg laceration. The blast occurred when acetylene cutting torches ignited a drum marked flammable, striking a wall and injuring co worker Paul, who remains in stable condition in Titusville Hospital ICU. Paul’s son worked at the site. no other injuries reported.
Cochranton area volunteer firemen fought two hay fires on Sunday one apparently set. Chief David Stockton said four large bales belonging to Robert Dickson were set afire on Frank Lippert’s property in Wayne Township. Neighbors reported midnight smoke and car activity and some nearby mailboxes were damaged. Investigation continues. Later fires at Pettrow residence near Conneautville involved smoldering hay that had broken containment.
The Corry YMCA announces a pre-kindergarten program under state private schools rules. Eligible children aged 9.5 to five may enroll for one or two years, with two sessions each Monday Wednesday and Friday. Classes capped at fifteen to ensure individual attention, starting September 13 with rolling registration. The Y hosts many programs including swimming, fitness, clubs and day camps. contact 884-7757 for enrollment and information.
Schuldt of the Marine Bank and Allen Schell YMCA director pose by a bank poster extolling the Y program services. Schuldt chairs United Fund drive this year and Schell represents a UF agency in this Journal photo by Eaton.
In Erie County Court Judge Edward Carney hears a no counts case against Alexis Doubet for receiving stolen goods. Key witness Wille Jones testified he sold the ring to Doubet while Doubet’s defense argued the jeweler paid a fair price and did not know the ring was stolen. Experts testified a fair resale value ranged from 60 to 250 dollars. India treasure found and to be returned after 20 years. Norton Simon negotiates with Indian government for idol surrender and exhibition in Pasadena before final repatriation.
Edward Raphael, 56, of Erie, was pulled from Lake Erie waters by the Erie County Air Rescue Helicopter after his 12-foot outboard capsized about 150 yards from shore off Millcreek. The Coast Guard assisted. the boat was towed to Walnut Creek Access. Raphael, fishing at the time, wore a life jacket and remained unharmed.
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