17 Dec 1976
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1976
Page
1
A fragmented notice describes a Sunday program, a dinner for the elderly, and mentions several families and individuals including Mrs. and Mr. Jones, Henry Ich, and Rose Hill. It references a Meadows area event and a Lin city home, with scattered names and vague relations.
Harrisburg report notes federal and state health officials suspend shots after at least 107 Guillain Barre syndrome cases linked to the vaccine. Details cite six deaths and varying attack rates across New Jersey Alabama Minnesota and Colorado as agencies weigh a permanent halt versus resume only if a swine flu epidemic justifies the risk.
Warren area hunter Merle Eames, 84, went missing on opening day. Volunteers gathered at Cherry Grove firehall before dawn as search teams used footprints, bloodhounds, and a helicopter to cover Lower Sheriff Run and surrounding woods. Local and state agencies aided with dogs, a helicopter, and food for volunteers as the search continued.
Salt Lake City AP Gilmore regains consciousness and leaves ICU at University of Utah Medical Center. Hospital says he responds to questions, pneumonia improves, and drug tolerance may explain quicker recovery. Guards, Santa Clauses roam halls as case prompts questions about how he obtained barbiturates before scheduled Jan. 17 execution.
A tanker overturned on the west side of Indianapolis during rush hour spilling 3,000 gallons of gasoline. Firefighters feared gas could reach underground power lines and trigger an explosion. The driver, Lionald Moon of Clermont, Indiana, was in good condition with minor back injuries. the trailer rolled while the cab stayed upright.
Saudi Arabia and United Arab Emirates join to hold prices at a 5 percent rise for the coming year, breaking with OPEC’s planned 15 percent increase. OPEC members Iran Iraq Venezuela and others push for the 15 percent rise in two stages, while Saudi Arabia warns the cartel remains strong and dependent on its cooperation.
A stalled school bus rolled backward down a hill near Centerville at 4:05 PM yesterday, smashing into a following car driven by Jean Prather. The bus carried 25 Townville students. no injuries reported. Police assessed bus damage at $150 and both vehicles left the scene.
Park officials warn Mead Park Pond is unsafe for skating as the ice has become mushy due to recent warmth. They state only a hard freeze of about three days is needed and will alert the community when conditions improve.
Patricia Hearst told CBS she feels she was manipulated by the Symbionese Liberation Army and does not feel sorry for SLA members killed in Los Angeles. She described life with the group, discussed her bail, and said Christmas at home would be fantastic.
Columbus Volunteer Fire Department members elected Sam Dubrosky as president with Thomas Pelton as vice president Joseph Ficcardi as secretary and Gene Hasbrouck as treasurer Fire Chief David Curtis first assistant Leslie Dodd Jr and second assistant Lyle Smith were also named Trustees for the coming year are Jerry Hamilton and Lawrence Miller
AP report outlines Edward Swartz's 1976 list of dangerous toys sold nationwide. Bazooka Blaster risks eye injury, Wham Wads are swallowable darts, Pawt Putt N People has a dangerous screw, Flippy Submarine carries harmful fuel pellets, Romper Stompers pose sprain risks, Fuzzy Fun Friends may be ingested, Bumble Bee Pull Toy risks puncture, Extra Loud Super Bang Bang Caps threaten hearing, Precision Rubber Band Gun marketed as safe, Original Holly Hobbie dolls have flammable clothing. Swartz criticizes lax federal rules and urges safer design and labeling.
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