21 Feb 1964
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 21, 1964
Page
1
An incoherent OCR fragment describes a sale listing with terms like cattle, hay, water, mowers, beds, and lamps. It references New York and northwest directions, vague dates, and items such as a lag boat and silage equipment, suggesting a rural farm auction.
A fragmented OCR snippet mentions stores, readers, and various items like wallpaper and plumbing parts. It references schools, authorities, and schedules with scattered dates and numbers, but the readable content is incomplete and unclear.
Staff Sgt. Bobby Gene Callison, 34, of Vista, died after grabbing a live M26 grenade tossed by Pvt. James Cromer, 17, of Indianapolis, who pulled the pin and dropped the lever. Two trainees were wounded, Cromer serious with abdominal wounds, and Pvt. William A. Quaring, 17, neck wound. Investigators credited Callison with preventing greater loss of life.
Garry Moore says he will resign as host of I've Got a Secret and end his daytime radio show. CBS will drop Moore's variety hour this season. He cites a restless mind and refuses to face a future with limited broadcasting hours. He will be paid over $100,000 annually under a contract with CBS.
In Erie a court ordered the three properties Hotel Corry Fassett Hotel Wellsville Colonial Hotel into Chapter 10 bankruptcy. The firms operated at a daily loss totaling about 100 dollars while debts reached 450 557 prior to trusteeship. A quick reset and possible reopening within 0 to 20 days was discussed with lenders and buyers eyeing asset revival.
In Ashtabula Ohio the sixth UAW Local 1169 session with Molded Fiber Glass Body Co. failed after two hours under federal mediator George Harris of Cleveland. A seventh meeting is set for 2 p m March 2 with no resolution. Stanley A Zur 36 of Ashtabula forfeited bond on assault charges tied to an incident involving Gerald Sensabugh a truck driver for PMG. Zur is a striker with UAW Local 1169. Frank J Anasti said PMG would release the list of strikers named in incidents when the strike ends.
A movable crane rolled over 51 year old John Perris at a Buffalo scrap yard yesterday, crushing him to death. The incident occurred at the city yard as workers struggled to reposition the heavy machinery.
An ex-convict from Destruit testified he was promised a presidential pardon to work undercover against Teamsters leader James R. Hoffa. He said Walter Sheridan, adviser to Robert Kennedy, employed him from 1962 to 1964. The witness, Shobe, noted his state convictions and parole.
LARAMIE WY AP Ber jmice Karraker, the county librarian, found a library book three months overdue slipped into her laundry bundle yesterday. The incident highlights ongoing concerns about overdue materials and borrowing etiquette in the county.
President Johnson warned Communist China against meddling in South Viet Nam and said global Communist troubles surpass U S issues. He spoke at UCLA, ahead of Palm Springs talks with Mexico, reaffirming U S support for South Viet Nam’s independence and urging restraint as he warned that the civil war among Communists is a greater danger. He cited Cyprus and Cuba and pledged swift response to any peace deeds while stressing no complacency in foreign policy.
Washington AP Secretary of Defense Robert McNamara remains silent amid Senator Barry Goldwater's sharp verbal attacks. Allies say he will not publicly counter, fearing further fodder for Goldwater's campaign. Goldwater calls missiles undependable and McNamara critics say the senator hardens his critique.
About 1,200 students were sent home after a bomb scare at Union City High School shortly before 8 am. Principal Russell Palmer, aided by cafeteria manager Joseph Diesner, notified police. Corry State Police and Trooper Walter Krupa joined the search as officers checked the building and grounds for a possible device.
Harrisburg Pennsylvania Selective Service headquarters announced the state's quota for the April draft at 1,166 men yesterday. The figure directs local boards to proceed with registration and induction planning as part of the national draft rollout.
The Erie case closes after Alderman Norbert Bachemer fines Steve Tinke 20 dollars and 9 dollars in costs for cruelty to animals. The court orders confiscation of the 37 gamecocks, with the Humane Society sheltering most birds while some were destroyed. Owners denied ownership at the raid, and a complex custody dispute developed.
In Erie the defense for John H. Willman, charged with killing Mrs. Laura Mutch in 1960, opened today with attorney Bernard F. Quinn presenting eight witnesses and declaring he will prove Willman did not commit the murder. District Attorney Edward Carney wrapped up his case minutes after the session began. Witnesses included bartender Michael DeSantis Sr. and Mrs. Davida Boyer, who has accused Willman of attempted assault. Police Capt. Paul De Dionisio testified that Willman admitted killing Mrs. Mutch on repeated occasions.
New York stock exchanges and most commodity markets are shut today for the Washington's Birthday holiday observed ahead of tomorrow. Trading resumes after the holiday with markets closed and operations limited in major centers.
A Youngsville woman, 19, was admitted to Corry Memorial Hospital with head injuries after a two car crash on Blue Eye Hill road north of Spring Creek. Mrs Kuzminski and her husband were passengers in one car while Mrs Jaquith Jr., 42, of Spring Creek drove the other. Jaquith sustained minor injuries. both cars suffered about $850 in damage.
The Allegheny County Medical Society will sponsor a polio drive using Sabin oral vaccine to reach about 1.6 million residents. The plan will be outlined next Wednesday and physicians urge taking the Sabin dose in addition to any prior Salk injections.
The Madrid based Pegaso company said it has shipped the first 18 trucks of a planned 110 to Cuba. The state owned National Institute of Industry holds substantial stakes in Pegaso, signaling strong Cuban interest.
City planning officials, Chamber merchants, realtors and residents urged a downtown central plaza to spur renewal. A proposed block razing would clear North Center and East Washington to surround Perkins with shops, with Parking Authority concerns driving the concept. Local leaders warned without a plaza Corry could lose shoppers to nearby towns.
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