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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1963
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR shows an auction action tied to Wil Hie Teer and associates with references to 2130 and a live merchant. The readable text implies upcoming sale events and parties involved, but details such as date, location, and exact terms are missing or unclear.
A 1-year-old Union City resident, John J. Harnak, died after being struck by a southbound car driven by Archie C. Brown on Route near Union City. The 84-year-old Brown from Tibusville stayed at the scene as Trooper David Miller and coroner Harry Musser investigated. Harnak died from severe internal injuries including a fractured skull and crushed chest. The car was traveling about 25 mph. investigation ongoing.
Noel Washington AP reports President Kennedy must complete the seven member board for rail labor dispute arbitration after carriers and unions named two members each. The four arbitration members must be chosen within ten days, with the president selecting the final three public members if needed. The unions named H E Gilbert and R H McDonald as two of the four, while Labor Secretary Reynolds noted progress toward completing the panel by next week. Both sides agreed to meet at the Labor Department to discuss procedures for arbitration on firemen and train crew eliminations and resumed negotiations.
A 20 year old man from Bloomsburg died after a high speed collision outside Columbia County town. State police reported the accident occurred when the driver’s vehicle struck a curb and overturned after attempted evasive maneuvers. Fire and rescue crews responded to the scene.
In Folcroft Pennsylvania a Black couple, the Bakers, faced a hostile crowd as police escorted them to a damaged home in a formerly all white area. More than 10 state troopers and mounted detail maintained order after a riot threat and rock and egg throwing. Eight arrests included a University of Pennsylvania professor James Van Dyk who urged protest against hate.
Mead Park dedicates Labor Day afternoon program at 2 30 featuring student and adult bands directed by Ronald Rairie. Rotary officials Mead Park Association Mayor Zalzeck District Governor Christy Joseph Pitcavage will unveil plaque and wreath. Speakers include Christy and Congressman James Weaver. Rotary wheel fountain to honor late Glenn Mead, park donor.
A special enrollment period for Blue Shield senior citizen coverage runs from September 3 to September 16. Eligible Western Pennsylvanians not enrolled as Blue Shield subscribers may apply for medical surgical protection under this program, with benefits including in hospital and out of hospital care, 30 home visits per admission, and radiation treatments. A 7 day in hospital medical care rider is also offered to extend inpatient benefit days, aligning with high level Blue Cross senior programs.
The U S Soviet direct line for emerg ency contacts is now operational linking Washington and Moscow. Announced by the Pentagon the system is intended for rapid direct communication between heads of state during crises to prevent nuclear war. Normal diplomatic channels remain for routine talks, with trained bilingual attendants monitoring the line day and night.
CHICAGO AP The first set of identical quadruplets in the United States lives in poverty in a broken home. The court ordered father Bernard Harris to pay 30 weekly for the quads and their brother. Mrs Delores Harris seeks separate maintenance. Harris left the family. The grandfather Lawren Smith reportedly provides main support.
The Erie County courthouse today fixed September 27 at 10 a.m. for the sheriff sale of the Hotel Corry in a Citizens National Bank of Corry action. The four story brick property was bought last year by Colonial of Smethport, which runs hotels in Corry Smethport and Wellsville New York. A separate writ of execution against Mr and Mrs David MacKenzie to sheriff sale on Wayne street is also recorded in Erie.
Fragmentary text references an official Los Angeles note involving a death and a grandfather figure. Mentions a William Ly or Ly of death and a founder named Stewart tied to an Undon Ou context, but details are unclear from the snippet.
A two engine Navy B26 crashed in an open field near Vance Air Force Base early today after the pilot and three passengers bailed out safely. Maj. James Stewart at the base said the pilot made four passes at 10,000 feet before the last man exited. The flight originated from North Island near San Diego and was bound for Joplin Missouri. The plane lost its left wheel during an attempted landing at Joplin, tried Olathe then aimed for Vance to crash with air-sea rescue support available.
In Chelter New York AP reports the World Council of Churches Central Committee gathering at Colgate Rochester Divinity School shows ongoing Christian unity efforts. Catholic observers join Protestants in dialogue as Vatican backing enables broader ecumenical work. A joint news conference stressed Protestant Catholic dialogue and baptism as a link between communities.
In Hazleton Pennsylvania a volunteer named Andy Drebitko examined a shaft near the Shoppton mine where two miners David Fellin and Henry Throne were entombed. A television camera spotted what looked like a man’s image but was later identified as a plug remnants. Rescuers continue drilling to locate Louis Bova who has been missing since August 1 as efforts widen to reach the chamber.
Hazleton Pennsylvania AP miner Andrew Drebitko, 36, said his 16 inch descent to reach a trapped miner 400 feet underground was "no different than normal." He watched the hole walls, doubting a capsule could pass, and supported officials’ plan to drill toward Louis Bova 54 from above rather than tunnel across. Two other miners, David Fellin 58 and Henry Throve 28, were rescued after two weeks via the same hole.
In Erie Pennsylvania an optician was killed when a car struck him and then sped away. Police arrested 34 year old Robert Kightlinger of Millcreek Township on charges of hit and run and involuntary manslaughter. The suspect’s vehicle was found abandoned near the crash site and witnesses say the car struck signs and newspaper boxes before hitting Donald Murphy who was en route to work.
Berryville Virginia reports Senator Byrd questioning the breadth of White House transport and luxury, noting helicopters, a private jet, multiple Boeing jets, a special railcar, two yachts, and Coast Guard involvement. He asks if excess spending is necessary while urging frugal example. The speech references a House subcommittee approving two superjet helicopters at 1.125 million each.
In Saigon a massive pro government demonstration gathered around the U8 Information Agency headquarters in front of City Hall drawing about 30 000 workers and students. Protesters carried banners praising Ngo Dinh Diem while security forces reinforced Marines and posted guards across four boulevards amid martial law and a crackdown on Buddhists. The event followed renewed fighting as two American advisors were killed and the city prepared for further actions.
Washington reports that French President Charles de Gaulle urged a neutralization plan for Vietnam with French cooperation. Senator George Aiken welcomed the offer as relief of U S duties in South Vietnam while noting the United States has invested about 3 billion dollars there. French Ambassador Alphand met Secretary Rusk to discuss the proposal, saying it did not intend to shape U S policies in Southeast Asia.
Civil War era unit revival seeks volunteers in Corry Pennsylvania for a ceremonial marching unit. Applications will be available at the Civil War display tent during the Red and Gun Club Field Day next Sunday. Local men may contact Babert Falls for participation in forming the Bard Pennsylvania Volunteer unit.
From Washington reports end today note the limited test ban treaty did not remove demand for nuclear powered submarines. The issue remains sensitive in Japan as policymakers weigh security and defense implications.
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