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08 Dec 1971
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1971
Page
1
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A White House briefing says the United States did not anticipate India’s Nov. 22 attack into East Pakistan and reiterates calls for a cease-fire and withdrawal of troops. It defends neutrality while noting U.S. aid tops $500 million this year to ease refugees and pursue a political solution. The briefing also deflects charges of anti India bias from Congress, with Nixon, Kissinger, and Rogers said to be seeking negotiating positions.
The UN General Assembly calls for immediate cease fire and withdrawal behind borders, plus early political solution for refugees in East Pakistan. It passes 104 to 11 with 10 abstentions, though India and Pakistan say they will not comply. The vote follows Soviet vetoes in the Security Council and a revised assembly text.
The Pay Board considers requiring advance approval for any wage increases exceeding 5.5 percent annually, even for small agreements affecting under 1,000 workers. Current rules let such deals pass with IRS spot checks, a setup pushed by Cost of Living Council.
Elmer Simpson, a longtime Pennsylvania Game Commission figure, was feted at a retirement dinner in Corry after a 30 plus year career. He joined in 1941, led the Erie County District from 1950, and promoted firearm safety and school cooperation while advancing recreation plans around Union City Dam. He recently completed new homes in Waterford before retirement.
John Hornick, appointed housing inspector for the Fourth Ward urban renewal, reports 632 building checks and 733 rechecks this year. Seven substandard buildings burned by Stanford Hose Company, with 17 apartments affected, plus two more to be burned. Seven more structures are being demolished or readied for demolition, totaling 14 apartments. Hornick insists demolition does not cause a housing shortage as vacancies remain.
Officials from the U S Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh office say flood risk along French Creek downstream of Union City Dam is unlikely. They note the creek could rise another six inches but should not reach 13 feet, and that full flood control benefits rely on two additional dams in Crawford County on Woodcock and Muddy creeks.
United Fund officials at their annual dinner at the YMCA reviewed the 1971 drive and planned for an improved effort next year. UF president Carl Taylor framed it as partial success with work ahead to build rapport with agencies and the community. The group planned to study the treasurer’s report to understand shortfalls and set goals, plus elect directors and coordinators. Andy Anderson received a plaque for his drive leadership and echoed the sentiment of striving to do better.
The Salvation Army at 127 West Washington accepts applications 9 to 3 this week only for Christmas food baskets. A master list and a clearing house system prevent duplicate aid, with lists kept by the Salvation Army, Capt. James Korp Agencies, and local clubs. Last year 56 family baskets were distributed. area schools and fund drives will aid this year’s effort.
State Police at the Corry substation investigated two crashes yesterday. Mrs. Helen M. Molner 27 of inesville swerved to avoid a deer on Route 77 east of Route 4, lost control, and ended in a ditch causing $2,000 damage. no injuries. A second fender bender near Titusville involved David E. Evans stalling on a rural road when Charles Fitch Jr. rear collided, with $125 damage and no injuries.
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