13 Dec 1960
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1960
Page
1
Readable fragments describe a disruptive surge affecting a device and a reader winding issue. The report notes a faulty auger mechanism and erratic readings causing operational disorder. No further names or locations are provided in the fragments.
A terse probate snippet notes Franz E Cort named as executor in a Pennsylvania will. It confirms letters testamentary issued and lists related court actions and formal verifications regarding the estate and the appointed administratrix.
In Lancaster Pal a snowbound driver and bystanders aided a woman delivering a baby in a car stranded on a deserted road. The mother, two months premature, named Joseph, weighed under three pounds and faced a 50-50 prognosis after birth.
Dr Charles H Bool Pennsylvania superintendent of public instruction said he had been contacted about forming a pool of people for positions in President elect John F Kennedy's cabinet Boehm from his Morrisville home said a decision would be difficult if offered the post of U S education commissioner
The Culiy Are Joint School Committee met last night to consider expanding the high school and junior high as enrollment grows. Dr Willan E Rodemeyer urged a study of expansion plans, noting 128 current seniors and about 150 students in the Hemertary synteny while about 200 more would join later. The committee discussed costs, teacher needs, and the impact on facilities, with plans to form four assistant committees and study property, administration, and insurance before proposing a formal plan to Condado Pays.
Meerdink wins the jointure head role amid a clash with McKnight with lingering disputes over leadership. The article notes elected officials, a candidate list, and the ongoing power struggle affecting local governance.
Corryites observed a rare sun dog with halo and rainbow fragment. locals note parhelion often precedes storms. In Somerset, Pa., Martha Gorsuch, age 103, died at Somerset County Hospital, mother of 10 with five surviving.
recreation director Low Hanna announced a two pronged plan expanding activities at Capes Area School. basketball and wrestling will be offered for mixed ages from fifth through ninth grade with varsity level practices starting later in the year. The program aims to provide more sports opportunities for younger boys while preserving high school schedules at Wright School and the high school gym.
In Philadelphia a fire killed Ellen Sherocski age 4 and brothers George 2 and William 1 in a North Philadelphia home. Charles 5 and Fred 6 months were hospitalized in fair condition. Edward Jr 7 outside playing was unharmed. The mother, returning from a store, was restrained from attempting a rescue and treated for shock at Temple University Hospital. Father Edward Sherocski worked as a truck driver.
Harrisburg AP reports a snowstorm delayed the Pennsylvania Senate Republican organization meeting and postponed officers' selection as only 14 of 25 GOP senators attended. Senator Berger Potter, expected to win floor leader, cited travel issues due to heavy snowfall. A separate fire incident killed three children as rescuers removed victims from the wreckage.
Snow blanketed Pennsylvania with up to 15 inches in Philadelphia and heavy drifts statewide. Cars and buses were blocked, schools closed, and only main roads reopened by morning as the Weather Bureau warned of continued cold and gusty winds.
The Northeast endured a brutal blizzard with record cold and winds as high as 32 mph, leaving more than 120 dead and halting transportation and business. Snow depths reached up to 20 inches, with drifts up to 10 feet in parts of New Jersey and widespread school closures and flight delays across New York and surrounding areas.
The region endures a severe cold snap with temperatures plunging below zero, record lows in several towns. Erie County highway crews receive four extra pieces of equipment planned for January to prevent road closures from snow and ice. Kate reportedly hits minus 17 degrees, with Titusville Warren and Mercer also posting low readings.
An 11 month old baby in Oxford England earned 43 283 pounds 121 192 after a farthing bet in a British soccer pool. The entry was listed under the mother Tacqueline Cox who described the win as extraordinary. The pool claims the result is a world record for a farthing bet.
The article reports that the University of California was viewed as ready by John F. Kennedy's team for his choice of ambassador to India, according to the New York Times.
Warren's 15 member council passed an ordinance directing the Warren Water Company to fluoridate the community drinking water as a tooth decay preventive. Dr. Ross Bryan, who introduced the measure, announced the plan and noted guaranteed funding coverage from the water company. The ordinance passed 12 to 0 with three absent, and final reading is set for January 9 amid threats reported to Dr. Bryan.
Agnes Upperman, residing on Spring Street, held for Erie County court over alleged non delivery of toys paid for by customers. Hearing showed six women charged, with 16 attending. Upperman claimed deliveries were still possible before Christmas. $324 taken in payments cited. Case bound over for next term and $3600 bond noted.
In a joint trip to Port ESA, Tiltinum director al travels with Sonal Das Gupta, the script writer once linked to his name during his marriage to Ingeld Bargmat. The episode links notable figures amid ongoing speculation about both professional and personal ties.
Five children escaped the Knights of Pythias Home during a bitter cold snap and were found huddled in a briar patch near Clayton North Carolina. The group, barefoot and red from sub freezing temperatures, said they ran away after one child was mistreated. They were taken to Raleigh hospital in good condition after an all night search by about 1,500 people and helicopters. Shirley Pearson, 14, reported that a matron whipped her brother Jimmy, though officials disputed the claim.
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