13 Dec 1971
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1971
Page
1
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In Port Huron Michigan former safety inspector Roger Roubaud charged that superiors allowed safety lapses to meet deadlines on the six mile Lake Huron water tunnel project. He cited debris clogging the tunnel and electrical shorts as evidence of negligence amid a disaster that killed 22 workers. Investigators planned to inspect wreckage for more bodies as DMWS officials assessed damage to a $120 million facility slated to supply Detroit.
Wayne Township plans an open budget review leading to an increase of two mills. The rise funds repairs for a grader and the Jim Brown Bridge while accounting for anticipated revenue drops. Budget notes include no wage hikes, supervisor stipends, and a projected end-period reserve of about $7,000 amid significant upcoming road and bridge expenditures.
Indian troops moved within 15 miles of Dacca with three advance columns and a paratroop battalion dropped north of the capital. Pakistani officers warned defenses were disorganized as Lt. Gen. Niazi refused surrender. Attacks spread to Khulna and Dinajpur while a large airlift evacuated foreigners from Calcutta.
John Sprovers of 629 Mead Avenue owned a car declared a total loss at about 2100 dollars after a carburetor backfire ignited the flames. Stanford Hose Company volunteers used chemical extinguishers to douse the fire as Engine 3 and Emergency Truck 5 responded with six officers and twenty men. George Nevagt of RD 1 Corry phoned in the alarm and was on scene.
Washington AP The Sherrice Commission advances toward guidelines for residential rent and health costs as post freeze rules remain in limbo. Chairman C Jackson Grayson Jr pushes action at this week’s meeting with two advisory panels awaiting recommendations. A decision could come late Tuesday or Wednesday. The Pay Board nears release of wage reporting forms and debates what paperwork is needed. It resists a 5.5 percent annual cap and requires advance approval for higher deals. Frictions linger over wage and price controls after the freeze ended. Congress moved tax cuts and sent a wage price control bill to a joint committee for final talks.
The sister of Mark Geddes urges the two remaining suspects to surrender after a Friday shootout left one man dead in the investigation of the murder of Cpl. John Valent near Lewisburg. A radio appeal promises safe transport to city hall if they surrender.
New York AP reports David Sarnoff, a broadcasting pioneer who built RCA and led NBC after founding the National Broadcasting Co, died Sunday at age 80. Born in a Russian village, he began as a messenger at five dollars weekly and rose to shape electronic media for more than five decades. His empire in 1970 topped $3 billion in annual sales with over 12,000 products.
Oil City alderman John E. Mackintosh was found guilty on three of four charges stemming from a November 8 search of his office. He received a $100 fine for possessing a blank titled form, $10 fines for two false temporary vehicle registrations, plus $30 in costs and seven days in Venango County jail. He will pay the fines and not appeal.
New York police sergeant Warren J. Sulmasy with 17 years of service was suspended after being charged with soliciting and taking Christmas gifts and a free meal from a Queens restaurant owner. He faces departmental charges of conduct unbecoming an officer and prejudicial to the department's good order and efficiency.
The United Nations Security Council heads to a vote on a U S draft calling for a ceasefire and troop withdrawal between India and Pakistan essentially replicating a prior Soviet vetoed text. Some diplomats warn of another possible veto unless amended. Ambassador Farah of Somalia urged permanent members to show leadership and seek unanimous agreement.
State Police at the Corry substation investigate burglaries at seven hunting camps on Bush road Spring Creek Township discovered yesterday by Daron Taylor of Bear Lake. Taylor’s cabin door was forced. other camp owners unlocated. Estimated loss from his cabin about $15. Troopers also probe a morning theft of a white 1967 Ford belonging to Walter T. Storm of Erie, found missing near Union City after leaving ignition keys in place.
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