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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Feb 16, 1961

Page

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Kennedy Boosts Sick U S Economy Amid Congo Clash

President Kennedy touted steps to revive the economy and curb unemployment while warning the Soviet Union against intervening in Congo affairs. He urged rapid action in Congress on his program, outlined swift measures already ordered, and disclosed $4 billion in tax refunds and 734 million for highway spending to spur recovery.

Washington Kennedy Thos Hus Congress Miso Soviet Union Congo United Nations United States U. N Joseph Kasavubu United Arab Republic Stanleyville

11th Hour Order Forestalls Layoff At Local Firm

Thompson Maple Products Co. of East Washington Street avoided layoffs after Thompson, its head, confirmed a last minute order for bowling pins from Brunswick Inc. The Brunswick order, routed through Corry Co., secures work for the firm’s bowling equipment division and supports Thompson’s manufacturing line.

Thompson Maple Products Co East Washington Street Nelson Thompson Focal Brunswick, Tho Corry Company Thompson Brunswick Brunswick Inc Brunswick-Bulk Calendar Co

Commies Support Rebels In Congo Crisis Deepens Global Divide

The article reports Soviet Union backing rebels in the Congo and condemns Western reactions. It notes recognition by Ghana and others outside the Soviet orbit, United States concerns, and international responses from the UN Security Council and major newspapers. It highlights depictions of the Lumumba murder and calls for restraining intervention.

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Corry Merchants Promote Two Day Dollar Days Return

Corry merchants plan a two day Dollar Days event sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce Rela Division. Thirty four local retailers will offer $1 items on a promotion that harkens back to the original dollar day concept with windows dressed in pennants and banners. The sale aims to spark post holiday shopping and clear inventory with bargains across hardware footwear clothing and more. Participants include All-Wey, Barach’s Home Furniture, Barney’s Firestone Bennett, Brighan’s Hardware, Corry Evening Journal, Citizens National Bank of Corry, Evans Drug, Johnson Brothers, Leeds, and others.

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Standard Chair Head Denies Large Plant Layoffs

Charles Hateh, president of Standard Chair, denies wide scale layoff reports at the Ghalr Cg plant. He says cutbacks are temporary due to the recession, with 1 the 20 percent of staff at risk out of 145. The company sees rising orders and government work that may steady the plant.

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U S Balloon Space Shot Marks Test of New Rocket

Washington AP reports the United States launched a space vehicle from a Strat of the NASA test program. Officials could not confirm orbital success after the fourth stage placement and a view of the launch from Wallis Island. NASA aims to test solid propellants for a cheaper, simpler rocket with a satellite goal.

Washington United States National Aeronautics For Sime Watlipe Island NASA Cape Canaveral Flas Tin Pacific Missile Range California Nie Johannesburg South Africa Yeattlys

Smith Warns Of Pending 61 City Tax

Carlton Smith city treasurer warns of pending 1961 city tax notices. He notes $6,016 outstanding for 1960 and outlines totals by ward for land and buildings values, mills, and expected receipts. The notices are due March 1 as past due accounts pile up.

Carlton Smith

Fire Claims Mother and Three Children in Pleasant Valley

A mother Mildred McDonald and her three daughters Janet 13 Joliet 18 and Eileen 19 died in a house fire in Pleasant Valley New York near LaGrange Town. Neighbors report the blaze started early today and the family was unable to escape. Mrs McDonald reportedly lived with her children and the tragedy left the community in shock.

Pleasant Valley LaGrange Townshin Mildred McDonald Joli Janet Eileen Allinney McDonall

UN Chief Hammarskjold backs amid Congo clash

United Nations Security Council support for Dag Hammarskjold grows as he resists Soviet demand for resignation amid Congo debate. Six of eleven council members back his stance: United States, Turkey, Nationalist China, France, Chile, and Britain. Soviet resolution to oust him fails.

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Nine Million Injured Nine Thousand Three Hundred Died In U S Accidents

National Safety Council reports 9 million injured and 93,000 killed in U S accidents last year. Traffic crashes caused most deaths, with motor vehicle accidents numbering about 38,200. Home accidents and workplace mishaps also produced significant totals and economic losses estimated at 34 billion dollars.

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Area Weather Outlook Good For 30 Days

Weather outlook predicts normal to slightly above temperatures for the next 30 days with cooler nights. Driving conditions are expected to be slick tonight due to a light freezing rain glaze but no major accidents reported. The forecast calls for generally calmer, cloudy days in Gary and vicinity with intervals of cooler air and near normal precipitation.

Gary Winger Weather Bureau Fortis

Mercenary Priest Probe in Small Village Case

A local case centers on a priest suspected of treating church funds as a mercenary asset. The Rev. Julstic Fi pelt is accused of demanding payment to influence church bells and services, with a suggested threshold of at least 100 francs for abbey contributions.

Wupui Cobine Statw Prosecum Cuttal Julstic Fi Pelt Wilhelmstall Heri Hell Fur

Plane scatters Patrice mourners in Havana protest

A chaotic riot on the Havana University campus disrupted a demonstration honoring a former prime minister. Protesters clashed with attackers, a blast wounded multiple people, and officials described the incident as a violent disruption amid tensions.

Boy 16 Months Suffers Severe Electrical Burns

A 16 month old boy named Blessed Warner suffered severe electrical burns after grabbing an extension cord and touching a live TV outlet. He is in critical condition at Corry Memorial Hospital as doctors treat burns to his mouth and body.

Boy Aerry Corry Memorial Hospital Warner Logan Warner Rachid Wisith Tive

Demonstrators Protest UN Congo Policies in Cities

Demonstrations against United Nations and Belgian policies in the Congo erupted in New York City and Washington, D.C., following riots at the UN. Negro demonstrators clashed with police, with arrests after rocks and snowballs were thrown toward the Belgian embassy and UN premises. Benjamin Davis Jr. spoke amid calls for unity among Negro nationalist groups.

United Nations Congo Patrice Lumumba New York City Washington, D.C Manhattan Times Square Neera Harlem Benjamin Davis Jr Communist Party Washington Security Council United African Nationalist Movement Davis U.N

Couple Sues Army and Others Over Farm Fire Losses

In Harrisburg a couple filed a $2 million suit alleging the U S Veterans Administration and multiple defendants caused or allowed a fire that destroyed their Fairfield County farm after they paid a mortgage and moved there in 1954. The complaint cites Keller Snyder and Hallie Snyder seeking damages from the Army and additional parties as the civil case proceeds.

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Primary election filing fees set by Erie County officials

Erie County election officials revert to filing fee rules for 1971 offices as a state commission ruled exemptions for certain posts were improper. Fred Lamberton noted contending offices such as tax collectors, justices, police, aldermen, supervisors, assessors and stables workers may face fees, with petitions and nominating papers costing up to 35 dollars for the 1971 cycle.

Erie County Election Fred Lamberton Rhe Police Aldermart Tone Lamberton Contitissinners Tay Call Ofilene

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