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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1973
Page
1
A fragmented text shows alleged trial testimony surrounding Albert Blazer in Kentucky. It references Blonski and a 1973 Penn bout, with claims of misdirection and a dream filler. The piece hints at jury testimony and a participant named Shapp in a legal context.
A nationwide pause on Christmas displays shows cities and businesses cutting or abandoning electric lights to save energy. The Chicago Merchandise Mart dropped its display for the first time since World War I, while Norwalk, Lorain, Tempe and other locales report reduced lighting or altered schedules.
At a long city council session, officials debated allowing the Stanford Hose Company to own a pickup truck, housing it at Fire Station No 1 with city providing fuel and maintenance. Fire Chief Lathrop argued for a limited city role, while Councilman Galderone warned of a dangerous precedent and suggested title and insurance stay with the city. The proposal, described as a luxury, awaits further committee study and council discussion.
City Council approved the purchase of a new police cruiser from Cliff Buesink Ford Sales at a trade difference price of 2825 dollars the lowest of two bids with Crotty and Ferrando Chevrolet Oldsmobile the other bidder. The cruiser will replace a 1972 model and must meet city specifications.
A recount of the November City Council race confirms Benjamin Calderone defeated Laurance Barton 70 to 788. Dems sought review over irregularities in Second Ward and Third Ward voting and were willing to pay $150 for three machines. One Third Ward ballot issue on vets bonuses showed three versions of the no total, leading to waiving charges for that machine. County will consult the judge of elections.
At a regular meeting the City Council approved drafting an ordinance to raise the treasurer’s bonding from 65 000 to 200 000 amid the water department’s addition. Other officials remain bonded at 10 000, with total city funds exceeding 1 million annually.
Arab guerrillas hijacked a Lufthansa jet at Rome's Leonardo da Vinci Airport, killed several hostages, and forced Greece to release two Black September members. After a hold at Athens, the hijackers surrendered to Kuwait authorities, releasing the remaining captives and fleeing.
Erie Disposal Company seeks permission to close its transfer station at the old city dump. The council, told by solicitor Rozelle that contract terms must be revised to preserve service, considers three proposed steps to maintain curbside pickups and contractor container options. Industry input is sought before ruling.
City police last night questioned two juvenile boys, ages 13 and 14, regarding recent incidents. Officers Rhodes and Turner reported the pair admitted involvement in a burglary, a theft, and two counts of criminal mischief, clearing four cases while two new inquiries remain open. Names withheld due to age.
A derelict house at 127 Gould Street, part of the Baumgarten estate, will be demolished after City Council awarded a contract to Crosscut Construction for 35 dollars. The city deems the property unsafe and too near neighbors to burn.
City Council appoints Jack Downey to fill the seat left by Robert Grice who resigned for a city role. Downey will serve two years, completing Grice’s term while Grice heads the water department and aids the engineer-administrator’s office. Calderone urged Downey’s selection citing six years on council and party balance. Mayor-elect Kibler backed Laurance Barton as a potential replacement.
An early morning explosion and flash fire at a Marine National Bank drive-in in South Erie injured three women tellers and scattered cash and records into a busy plaza. Police cited no immediate cause and noted the blast ripped windows and walls, with two or more tellers burned and the area cordoned off for investigation.
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