Nixon backs ABM growth in State of World message
President Nixon told Congress Russia's missile buildup poses a serious threat to U S retaliatory capability and urged expansion of the Safeguard ballistic missile defense program as the immediate response. He cited 1,990 Soviet missiles vs 1,710 U S on track by year end, with 1965 figures showing a sharp Soviet rise. He outlined a broader policy shift toward negotiation, partnership, and regional cooperation while endorsing measures to reduce U S involvement and promote international collaboration.
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Stanford Hose Company to draft bids for new emergency truck
Officials from the Stanford Hose Company were authorized to draft specifications and seek bids for a replacement emergency truck. The city’s vehicle reserve funds lack enough money, with estimates up to 12000 dollars while only 10000 are earmarked. The current 1958 truck has logged about 1200 calls and is deemed inadequate for the tasks and equipment load it must carry.
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David Johnson
Thomas Lathrop
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YMCA Plans Expanded Facilities At Corry Meeting
At the annual Corry YMCA gathering 500 members heard plans for new tennis courts by 1971, summer shuffleboard and horseshoes, ice skating next winter, and a possible gymnasium and softball diamond. Remodeling included parking expansion and interior upgrades. The treasurer reported 51 209 in income with a 4 575 deficit, United Fund support of 322 500 and 17 164 in member fees, plus major outlays for building and staff.
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United Fund
Olin Bracken
Dave Schweigert
Ann Gould
Betty Buesink
Jack Stahl
Walter Gilliland
Steve Welch
Elwin Fuller
Housing Tally Aims To Map Corry Needs Across Families
Corry plans its first modern housing assessment breaking down needs by family size income and renter or buyer preference. John Smyth of Mullin and Lonergan Associates arrived to collect data for a report to the Corry Area Industrial Corp due March 5.
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UC Council Nears Housing With Rezoning Plan
Union City Borough advances 14 new homes by rezoning Putnam street area from R-1 to R-3 with a 60 foot frontage. Hearing set for March 16 and weather permitting, construction aims to start soon. Fire at Norman Penoyer home on West Main Street caused $1,500 in damages as authorities responded.
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Auto Fees Gas Tax Boosted By House Vote
Harrisburg AP The House approved a package to raise motor vehicle license fees from 10 to 14 dollars and lift the state gas tax from 7 to 8 cents with truck fees up about 4 percent. The votes were 151 to 44 on licenses and 137 to 57 on gas tax, crossing party lines. The Senate’s fate of the House measures remained uncertain.
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Robert D. Fleming
Fleming
Marvin V. Keller
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Keller
House Senate Conference Committee
K. Leroy Irvis
Arson Probed After Union City Building Fire
State Police fire marshal from Lawrence Park investigates two fires in Union City Municipal Building last night. First fire near 1 a.m. outside involving a trash barrel. an hour later rear fire damaged the reserve ambulance and caused heavy smoke. Over 30 firefighters responded. ambulance totaled at $6,000, building damage over $1,000. Investigation continues with no arrests reported.
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Jaycees Propose Snowmobile Rules for Corry Area
The Corry Jaycees draft a set of snowmobiling guidelines to educate riders and reduce hazards. Rules prohibit riding on sidewalks or city streets, restrict underage operation, require owner consent on private property, curb excessive speeds, and urge caution with others’ property while respecting right of way. The draft seeks publication and city council consideration, with plans for a booklet and potential local snowmobilers group.
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Forest Hopkins
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Robert Grice
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