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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 21, 1975
Page
1
Government data show consumer prices rose six tenths of one percent in January led by food costs. Cereals bakery products and fruits and vegetables drove the gain while meat prices fell for a fourth straight month. overall CPI was 11.7 percent higher than a year earlier and remains near the lowest monthly rise since last April.
The Labor Department index shows consumer prices up 12.2 percent in 1974 with December rising 0.7 percent. A government economist expects wholesale declines to reach retail, especially for food, as farm prices drop 13 percent in the year. The Commerce Department revises 1974 inflation to 10.3 percent via the GNP index, with fourth quarter declines at 9.1 percent annualized and full year GNP down 5 percent year over year. The Business Council forecasts a midyear low and gradual recovery, with a 3 percent 1974 GNP decline.
Washington reports HEW cut AFDC funds to states by 97.2 million for the first quarter as part of a broader anti fraud drive. New York leads with 27 million in reductions followed by Illinois 10.7 million and Pennsylvania 9.5 million. Most states face cuts. Nevada, Montana, and South Carolina under review. AFDC rolls stood at 10.85 million in October as unemployment rose nationwide.
Two papers report a secret Feb 4 indictment of Kenneth Moss for the drug overdose death of Robbie McIntosh after a September Hollywood Hills party. Cher Bono testified before the LA County grand jury and may have saved bassist Alan Gorrie. coroner cites heroin morphine intoxication from nasal use.
A PUC attorney warned at a Harrisburg hearing that rate increases for Metropolitan Edison and Penelec may be denied if the companies do not promptly provide requested data. Met Ed seeks 58.2 million dollars for 325000 customers and Penelec 50.1 million for 472000 customers. Both firms have delayed five months, though attorneys said data would be provided soon.
IRA cease-fire under strain as three men are killed and 27 wounded in violence across Northern Ireland. Bombings target two Belfast bars run by Catholics, with security officials blaming Protestant extremists and fearing a collapse of the 1 day old truce.
Washington AP reports a House Ways and Means Committee bill proposing 21.28 billion in tax relief for individuals and 5.07 billion for business cuts. It includes a 10 percent rebate up to 200 dollars for those with tax liability, a minimum 100 dollar refund, and higher income thresholds with increased exemptions.
Burglars hit three locations in a single day as state police investigate thefts. At the Pennsylvania State Liquor Store in Linesville, thieves took 15 cases of whiskey worth 900 dollars after removing a rear window and using a dolly to move the loot to a waiting car. A R.D. 1 Union City home under construction and a Meadville area business were also targeted, with stolen tools, a 12-volt battery, an electronic calculator, whiskey portions, and gloves reported. The total value was not fully listed for all items.
John N. Mitchell H R Haldeman and John D Ehrlichman sentenced to 20 to 8 years by U S District Judge John J Sirica. A fourth defendant Robert C Mardian got 10 months to three years. They may appeal and remain free on bond. The case ties to the 1972 Watergate break in and cover up. Nixon is pardoned by Ford.
USRA official Robert E. Hetherington said the preliminary rail reorganization plan due February 26 will include some form of service for Corry and other heavy traffic areas like Warren and Clarion. He stressed service to Corry, Warren, and Clarion but did not specify the mode or extent. Public hearings will follow the plan’s release, with sessions planned for Erie and Pittsburgh.
City Council authorizes a long term project to renumber houses across Corry including West Smith Worth Turnpike North Center White East Columbus Hatch and Johnson streets and the annexed Wayne Township area with mixed old lot and new numbers creating confusion as officials seek orderly reform. Councilman William Halfast home on Johnson street bears number 137 on one side while across the street remains unclear.
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