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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1959
Page
1
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A powerful earthquake, measured at 7 on the scale, devastates Veracruz, Oaxaca, Campeche, Yucatán, Puebla and Tabasco. At least 10 dead with reports up to 40, plus 190 feared injured. Jalaipan, Acayucan, Chinameca and Sayula suffer multiple deaths while infrastructure collapses and communications fail.
In the tri state area Food Fair A and P and ACME reached a tentative contract with the Retail Clerks International Association. The deal covers about 500 stores and 30 000 employees in eastern Pennsylvania southern New Jersey and Delaware. Ratification by seven locals is pending this weekend.
Governor Lawrence sought a new personal property tax to balance the budget, but Republican leaders in the Senate rejected the idea. Senate President pro tempore Harvey Taylor said the bill would be killed over his dead body, and Senate Majority Leader James Berger doubted its passage. Republicans favored trimming appropriations and relying on existing tax revenue, while Lawrence warned of vetoes if appropriations exceeded revenue estimates.
In Hondo Texas 16 year old Pilar Cantu IM a sophomore halfback at Hondo High School died after a scrimmage helmet collision with a Mcarthur High School San Antonio player. He left the field feeling sick and fainted in the shower after the game and died minutes after reaching the hospital.
The Corry Community Chest plans a 1960 budget of 53535 for this year’s United Fund appeal, a 2 percent rise from 51190. Local Red Cross chapter funds, typically around 10000, will be combined to approach a total near 65000 for 1960. Campaign timetable runs September 3 to October 2 with fund appeal October 16 to 28. Committees are organizing, pinning sessions held, and goals raised about two percent.
In Harrisburg the House approved wage bills increasing salaries for county officials from 1200 to 82800 dollars each. The raises target county positions including commissioners tax treasurer and district attorney among others with the larger sums tied to 1980 eligibility upon re election. Bills originated in the Senate and progress to the governor while other class counties await concurrence.
President Eisenhower and West German Chancellor Konrad Adenauer conferred in Bonn to discuss allied unity and Eisenhower's upcoming visits with Khrushchev. The 28 hour Bonn stop began with a ceremony at the chancellery and a greeting from thousands of cheering West Germans as he toured the embassy housing project. The plan continues with stops in London and Paris to reassure Western leaders about unity and disarmament amid Khrushchev talks.
Arthur Tinson, 24, of Morton, Ravage Handbook, was arrested on murder charges in the death of 54-year-old Malvern resident Arletha Miller. Police say the two left a bar, argued, then he attacked her in a car, struck her face, and kicked her head and face before she died.
The United States announced increased emergency aid to Laos to bolster the 25,000 man Lao army and supply light equipment as Laos seeks to counter Communist attacks. About 30 million dollars had already been given this year, two thirds for payroll. No figure was given on final monetary or force size, and there was no plan for American troops. The BEATO alliance was to meet in late September.
Titusville Pa marks the 100th anniversary of Drake's oil discovery with a week long centennial that drew an estimated 35 000 people far beyond the town of 9 000 The program features a time capsule a commemorative postage stamp messages from governors and remarks by Postmaster General Arthur Summerfield Governor David L Lawrence and other officials The celebration continues through Saturday with speeches ceremonies and a chance to reflect on the region s pivotal role in oil history
Witness James Frye recalls a girl standing on the desert road before a truck veered off course and killed her instantly. Frye described the moment as shocking as the vehicle roared forward and the girl did not move, her gaze fixed toward the oncoming danger.
A teen girl Mary Ann Stretter, 16, died after a knife in her mouth caused fatal bleeding aboard a boat near the Mississippi River. She had gone with two friends. the boat moved, rocks and water caused a fall, and witnesses described the blade piercing upward as she leaned toward the boat. Dr Tweedy reported the accident as the boat tipped and the knife punctured. Authorities investigated the scene and the cause remains under review.
A Centennial oil parade will roll through Titusville on Saturday with local groups including the Chamber of Commerce and Civil Defense joining the procession. The route will pass major landmarks and feature a 40 to 60 foot float, while police and Salvation Army units prepare to participate and ensure orderly marching.
Corry residents receive Information Return notices for 1969 income tax. The city urges all adults over 16 to file and mail the completed form by April 15. Employers must supply employee data. reminders stress accuracy and cooperation with the tax receiver's office in the Law and Finances Building.
Union City youths Charles J Rosey 18 and Ernest A Petersons 17 were arrested by Corry State Police for stealing two Aloites from a Concorde Townsite farm. They were taken before Justice Want Bluley where they paid restitution plus a $28 fine and court costs after the 1 am Tuesday theft.
Sen. Lyndon B. Johnson urged Americans to back President Eisenhower during Soviet Premier Nikita Khrushchev's visit. Johnson said the public will see through Soviet brainwashing and should judge by policies and deeds, while other leaders urged a balanced stance amid protests at the Legion convention.
State Police report a car left Route 18 near Conneaut Lake and crashed into trees and an overturned vehicle. Driver Charles J. Maybray about 30 died. Passengers Ruth A. Barris 20 of West Middlesex sustained injuries and was admitted to Spencer Hospital Meadville. The crash occurred when the auto failed to round a curve.
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