Suspect Confesses In Erie Serious Case
Louis J. Allessie Jr. faced charges in Erie after the death of William N. Berry whose body was found in a car near the lakefront. Police interviewed Allessie overnight and reported a confession but officials declined to comment citing case-law. He was arraigned on serious case and robbery charges and committed to Erie County Prison without bond. investigation led by Detective Sergeant Walter Gajewski and Detectives Dom DiPaolo and Dave Bagnoni.
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Palmisano
Allessie
Berry
Lakefront
Samuel Rossiter
Erie County Prison
Walter Gajewski
Dom DiPaolo
Dave Bagnoni
Stolen Kirghiz Prayer Rug Cursed Says Owner
Concord report says a $3000 Kirghiz prayer rug stolen from the New Hampshire Historic Society exhibit may trigger a curse. John Gregorian notes the 18th century rug, woven by Kirghiz tribesmen of central Asia, carries a strong taboo against theft among Moslems. The case is linked to a broader squad of unusual notices in the lighter side.
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Concord
New Hampshire Historic Society
John Gregorian
Gregorian
Central Asia
NPH Seeks Pup Diapers Amid Severe Weather
The Northwestern Pennsylvania Humane Society appeals for old newspapers to make puppy diapers as deliveries slow. Executive director James Smith says the Erie shelter needs about 250 pounds of newsprint daily to care for roughly 165 animals on hand, about 100 dogs plus cats, rabbits and other pets, with 1,600 animals passing through monthly and two thirds euthanized.
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MRIE
Northwestern Pennsylvania Humane Society
Ean
James Smith
Smith
Roses Scarcer More Expensive This Valentine's Day
Roses and other blooms are scarcer and costlier due to a cold wave hitting Florida and farms. Long stem red roses in New York rise to about $2.50 each, or $24 to $36 per dozen, up 15 to 20 percent from last year. Florists push spring alternatives as carnation supplies grow, while candy and cards also trend higher with cocoa prices up.
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Loube
Associated Press
Society of American Florists
Florida
Jay
New York City
New York
W Group
Colorado
Plaza Florists
National Association of Greeting Card Publishers
Arlington
Harry J. Cooper
Association
Cooper
National Confectioners Association
Chicago
Cold winds test a Philly pretzel peddler's grit
Philadelphia vendor Sam Alstin braves a bitter winter as he stands by his pushcart near the City Hall, bundled in multiple layers and offering pretzels despite freezing temperatures. He reflects on endurance, the weather, and memories from Rigside before 1900 as crowds pass by.
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Philadelphia
Sam Alstin
Alstin
Odd
Rigsala
Sie
Rane
Entertainment Briefs by Bob Thomas
Film notes review three releases Freaky Friday Thieves and Fun with Dick and Jane. Barbara Harris Jodie Foster play mother and daughter in Freaky Friday with laughs and a Disney chase ending. Thieves stars Marlo Thomas Charles Grodin with witty scenes amid New York cynicism. Fun with Dick and Jane stars George Segal Jane Fonda as a couple turning to crime in a light moral comedy.
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Bob Thomas
Associated Press
Barbara Harris
Jodie Foster
New York City
Marlo Thomas
Charles Grodin
Jane
George Segal
Jane Fonda
May Embarrass New Congressman
U S District Judge P Barron McCune rules John Lignelli of Donora must finish three years probation despite potential embarrassment to newly elected Congressman Austin Murphy. Lignelli pleaded guilty to involvement in a local gambling operation from 14 months ago after being hired as a liaison.
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Pittsburgh
U.S
P. Barron McCune
Washington County
McCune
James O'Malley
John Lignelli
Donora
Austin Murphy
22Nd
O'Malley
Lignelli
Mary
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