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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1963
Page
1
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President Kennedy warned Congress that the U.S. economy will likely move into a downturn this year unless tax cuts are enacted. He urged a prompt, consensus tax bill, foreseeing a net reduction of about 10.2 billion dollars over three years. He also defended U.S. Europe defense and discussed De Gaulle and nuclear force plans.
The Dutch liner Maasdam struck a submerged wreck in fog at the Weser mouth. All 230 passengers were evacuated by boat to Bremerhaven as repairs planned. The Holland-America Line said the ship leaked in double bottom tanks but could steam to port under its own power.
Police received a call about youths sliding on West Pleasant street hill at 8 o clock causing poor visibility for drivers. Officers found 12 to 17 year olds at the hilltop with sleds and toboggans and sent them home after a strict lecture.
Philadelphia is urging Gov. Scranton to back a planned merger of the Pennsylvania and New York Central Railroads. Scranton, a Republican, opposed the merger after remarks by former Gov. David L. Lawrence, a Democrat, but his staff plans a study. Chamber president Richard Ss. Bond wrote that while the merger has flaws, it would overall benefit Pennsylvania and its economy.
In Paris six high ranking army officers were arrested on suspicion of plotting to assassinate President Charles de Gaulle. Reports say a rifle with a telescope was to be used when he visited a military school on the Left Bank near the Eiffel Tower. A French English teacher was also seized. The Interior Ministry gave few details as investigations continued.
Altoona report says Harry Bartley, 99, died in a early morning blaze that destroyed a two story frame house on a Clappertown farm ten miles south of Altoona. His wife and a one year old son were rescued. Cause of fire undetermined and no damage estimate available.
At the 17 nation disarmament talks, Soviet Deputy Foreign Minister Kuznetsov demanded Western concessions to keep a nuclear testing ban alive. He said Moscow offered two to three on site inspections yearly, while Western powers deem this insufficient to verify suspected Soviet tremors. Soviet spokesman Tchernyakov said concessions had been made and urged the United States to respond, insisting conditions favored banning all tests.
In Erie County court yesterday three local and area men were sentenced for looting Pennsylvania Railroad boxcars and burglary of a hunting camp plus a case of malicious mischief. A fourth man involved in the crimes died by suicide after the gang was rounded up. Fay Apthorp received six months in Allegheny County Workhouse on receiving stolen goods and accessory charges, and Mrs Fay Apthorp got three years probation. The defendants entering guilty pleas were Jack Foster, Harry Bemis, and Richard Proper. The fourth man, Clifford Proper, died by his own hand after apprehension. Judge Samuel Rossiter presided. The report notes continued on Page Six.
The Concord School Board reports only three of eleven property owners in the block have not signed option agreements to sell. Total site acquisition costs are estimated near $79,000 with negotiations continuing. Tax losses from removing properties from the tax roll total about $1,268, distributed as city, school district, and Erie County impacts.
AP reports a Venezuelan government freighter hijacking tied to a wider communist drive led by Fidel Castro allies. The Armed National Liberation Front or FALN reportedly plans assassinations, murders, and sabotage to destabilize Romulo Betancourt and reshape Venezuela into a Cuba-like state, with guerrillas active in the hills and links to Castro's regime noted.
Venezuelan destroyers and jet bombers chase the 2,127 ton freighter Anzotegui believed heading for Santiago Cuba. Nine members of the Armed Forces for National Liberation claim the hijack as Castro’s aid. Betancourt appeals for regional help while U.S. ships reportedly monitor positions.
Miami Beach AP report cites AFL CIO Steel Workers leader David J. McDonald signaling possible reopening of 1963 steel labor contract talks by May 1. He noted no White House word yet and pointed to weak 1982 earnings, recalling Kennedy’s moderating settlement last year amid price tensions.
Heavy snowfall and blowing snow kept city streets and county crews busy for 12 hours. Plows, tenders, and 60 pieces of equipment battled rural conditions, with buses running late but schools continuing. Port Erie Airport flights remained on schedule as ground transport followed near normal timetables. Temperatures dipped to two degrees below zero at night.
YMCA workers kicked off the annual drive optimistic about a planned gym by 1965 and expanded leisure activities. Sterling Wees reported 1962 feeding over 100,000 people, up from 75,000 in 1961, with goals to enroll 550 new and renewing members and boost building use through outdoor tournaments, lights for night play, and new downstairs exercise equipment. The drive, led by Douglas Rozelle, was attended by Alton Dahlstrand and Dr. J. Guy Butters with Rev. Elmer Ort fier offering the benediction.
Courthouse chatter in Erie County centers on Fred Lamberton possibly becoming secretary of the State Tax Equalization Board and leaving the county commissioner's post. Rumors also suggest Sheriff John Coates could fill out the remainder of Lamberton’s term, potentially affecting County Treasurer Al Carlson’s future.
A bomb threat forced the State Capitol into lockdown during the morning rush hour for over an hour. Major John D. Kime said the building was closed after 7 a.m. following a caller claiming a charged bomb in the main Capitol. Governor Scranton was among those sidelined.
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