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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1963
Page
1
Fragmentary classified style note shows a trades listing with references to city areas Beav ery and Shed sburg, mentions heater price 45 per 0,435 and a 4e lot. Also alludes to a 28 out Hill ment and a 5 th garage, with scattered prices like 10. The text is garbled but conveys an old style ad for goods and garage space in a small town.
President Johnson planned a day of work at the White House before traveling to New York for the funeral of former Gov. Herbert H. Lehman. Security tightens as Johnson, wife Lady Bird and children prepare to ride a special limousine from Idlewild, with routes undisclosed.
Vatican officials studied a proposal by Patriarch Anthenagoras I for a joint meeting of Orthodox and Protestant leaders with Pope Paul VI during his January Holy Land visit. If held, it would mark the first papal Orthodox meeting since 1054. London and Cairo voices urged caution amid safety concerns and doubts about the trip.
A 340000 fire swept the top floor of the Goodwill Industries in Buffalo yesterday forcing about 400 physically handicapped workers to evacuate. Five people were treated for smoke inhalation. Firemen said paint fumes were ignited by a spark in a rear spray area on the top floor.
Raymond Peel of Waterford reported to Game Protector Elmer Simpson that a 195 pound six point buck was stolen from his back yard between 1:00 and 7:30 a.m. The deer had been shot Tuesday in West Spring Creek and hung in a tree. Corry State Police assist in the investigation.
In Niagara Falls an apartment blaze on the third floor asphyxiated Roslyn Dailey's children Tenita 4 Phillip 2 and Charles 10 months. Police say the mother was shopping when the fire began. Fire crews linked one blaze to a cigarette.
The Bureau of Employment Security reports 28,690 new unemployment claims for the week ending November 20, a decrease of 4,208 from the previous week and 6,796 fewer than the same week a year ago, according to the latest weekly release.
Washington report describes a two word filibuster by Senator Richard B. Russell of Georgia halting a Northern group effort to streamline Congress and enable civil rights legislation. Senator Joseph Clark and Senator Clifford Case push for action while Russell declares opposition and vows to return.
MIawaruias anex Bi gene Thompson, 36, was convic ted Friday of a brutal slaying of his wife in St Paul. A six-woman jury deliberated over a day before finding the attorney guilty of first degree murder. He was sentenced to life imprisonment by Judge Ralph Fosseen, with possible parole after 17½ years. The state argued Thompson killed for love and more than 1 million dollars in insurance. Archamba delivered the verdict as Thompson watched, head bowed.
A 58 year old A D from Spring Creek was sentenced to six months in jail and fined 151.50 after pleading involuntary manslaughter in a Warren County court. Ke Miles, who drove the car that crashed into a steel bridge railing on Scott's Crossing Road in heavy fog October 18, remains jailed. Larry Miles, 19, of Spring Creek died at Hamot Hospital two days after the crash. Kenneth Miles, uncle of the victim, pled guilty to involuntary manslaughter with a 100 fine and 51.50 costs.
Robert F. Ogden found a signed blank dividend check from Ford Motor Co. The amount was not filled in. A telegram followed requesting the return of the check.
Oliver J. Schubert died after returning from Royersford Foundry. His wife Elizabeth made two calls to a physician and a minister before collapsing and dying moments later. The Schuberts would have celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary today in Montour County community.
At Newport News Virginia the Polaris submarine James Monroe is commissioned marking the 14th Polaris vessel. Senator Ren Vaughan Gary cites Monroe Doctrine as core US policy and recalls JFKs Cuba response urging steady resolve against foreign aggression. The 7000 ton nuclear sub is 425 feet long built at Newport News Shipbuilding and Dry Dock.
A multi-car rear-end chain near Carmel California ends in the death of Paul F. P. Clark a 48 year old socialite and businessman. The incidents involved a dozen cars during the wreck, and the driver on the side managed to pull him free before he succumbed to his injuries.
Senators Russell and Cooper introduce a sweeping measure giving the presidential commission extraordinary powers to compel testimony and grant immunity in the Kennedy assassination probe. The plan, tied to Texas inquiry, would let federal courts enforce subpoenas and punish noncompliance as perjury.
William Bush 18 of Berwick was killed when his car collided with a coal truck on Route 11 in Berwick. The accident occurred last night and the investigation is ongoing.
Corry mayor discusses future city government options citing growing complexity in third class Pennsylvania cities. He suggests a full-time manager-council model with a high-paid professional or a substantial salary increase for future mayors to devote required time to running city operations.
Richard Lictn, 42, was injured when his car collided with a car driven by Ralph A. Peel, 54, of Painesville, Ohio, on Route 6 west of Corry. Lictn suffered fractured ribs and was hospitalized at Corry Memorial Hospital after Corry Ambulance Service transported him from the scene. Police reported total damage around $700.
The Corry office reports 23 hires from 132 applicants in November, up from October. William A. Michael says 182 new applicants competed for 4 openings, with 97 referrals made. Openings include turret lathe, engine lathe, tool maker, sales, live-in housekeeper, and manager trainee within 20 miles. Civil Service exams for clerk-typist and stenographer will be offered to qualified applicants including upcoming high school graduates.
Army Engineers won authorization to seize 276 acres in Warren County for the Kinzua Dam roads and a park. Federal Judge Wallace Gourgley approved the move yesterday. Hearings will determine compensation for the unoccupied condemned land. Ownership spans the state, 50 individuals, and the Child Arena Aid Society of Warren County.
Indiana Pa. Robert Earl Sparkle 48 of Tritians died when his Japanese rifle discharged at home while he was preparing hunting gear for a planned trip with his son. State Police reported the fatal mishap occurred last night as the weapon fired at his head.
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