22 Feb 1961
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1961
Page
1
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About 175 attendees at the Chamber of Commerce annual dinner in the Moose Home heard Dr Hart Gunnison Brown and Miss Pennsylvania 1960 Priscilla Hendricks. Brown argued for land tax over building taxes, saying it spurs growth and curb speculation, while criticizing taxes on improvements as hindering development.
An unofficial report from Cienfuegos says Fidel Castro will announce that anti insurgent operations in the Escambray Mountains are near completion and should end within five or six days. A TV address is expected to confirm the army and militiamen have swept insurgents from southern central Cuba strongholds. The Armed Forces minister denied new details and the source offered no specifics. A separate note mentions the disappearance of insurgent chieftain Capt. Joaquin Membrive.
County officials aim to boost funds by pursuing personal property taxes. Rose Cousey reports the 1960 four mill tax on stocks and bonds, with commissioners hoping $40,000 more revenue. Clark Lord, tax chief, says many are failing to pay and tax forms are being sent to suspected investment club members.
Miss Jeyseni Hendricks, a 20 year old beauty queen, wins Miss Penny crown during a July 4 celebration in Warren. Priscilla meets Navy figure John Bayieson at the event, with further ties to Annapolis and the Miss America pageant. Plans include marriage to Midghip, graduation from the academy, and a long Navy career.
The Humane Society urges action against rabbit hunts described as cruel. The article notes members and friends organizing and hosting these events, with the group accusing the hunts of clubbing rabbits to death and seeking stronger restrictions.
Gov. Lawrence signs six new tax measures aimed at generating about 97.7 million in revenue. Amendments modify liquor sales rules and taxes on cigarettes, banks, utilities, insurers, and building loans. The legislation foresees prepayment requirements and immediate effect, with changes to Sunday liquor sales and tax stamps.
Trooper Raymond Anderson says a 10 year old boy narrowly escaped death when a home made bomb detonated near West Washington Street failed to fully explode. Foster noted the boy reached the hospital with burns and shrapnel wounds. investigation continues to determine motive and device origin.
Daryl Mass, 15, at Wedgerville High School, killed his parents in their Weaverville area home after planning for a week. He shot his father, struck his mother with a rifle, and injured a woman nearby before surrendering to police. He cited family strife and wanting to leave home as motives. The father, a Mormon Church elder, and the mother died. a 20-year-old woman, Joan Ann Taylor, was injured. Mass was in Boy Scout and senior leadership roles.
A train wreck near Parlin North Dakota after a derailment sent nine cars off the track at high speed. Thirty one travelers and sixteen crew were aboard with many injured. Emergency crews rushed to the mud filled site as passengers crawled free and telegraph lines were damaged.
Cape Canaveral Florida AP reports two satellites launched aboard a Thor Able Star rocket, Transit TI B and Lofti, marking the nation 5th and 7th space success this year. The nose cone delivered both payloads at 10 45 pan and 2 hours later ground officials confirmed in orbit. An Atlas missile test also carried an unmanned Project Mercury capsule, reaching 12 850 mph and 107 miles altitude before recovery in good condition 1425 miles downrange.
Frank Bell was found guilty of burglary after an Erie County jury verdict. He was apprehended near a grocery store where an alarm sounded and glass fragments linked to his clothing were found. Bell denies involvement but faces sentencing next Monday before Judge Samuel Rossiter.
The French today announced they had accepted and smashed nine large, armed forces opposing Algeria from Morice.
A Sunday afternoon session is planned at Corry Area High School to discuss public education and civic participation. Organizers include Els, WEW, Amnon Leyton, and the Corry Area High School PTA, with a focus on informing residents about Wayne County matters and encouraging public input during the two hour event. The program aims to engage attendees on community priorities and future planning.
Spring Corporation announces a 19 cent per share dividend payable to shareholders of record March ts. The Raymond division affiliate reports 1960 earnings at 115 to 168 dollars per share with a 13 percent sales drop from 1959. President Carl F. Barnes notes 1959 underperformed and 1960 shows improved outlook, expecting a reversal in 1961 as markets recover.
Texas State Police report a deadly explosion at a Phillips Petroleum Co construction site near the Alamo mast. At least six workers were killed and several injured as crews battled the blaze. Authorities emphasized initial figures may rise as they assess the scene.
A young girl wandered the downtown area yesterday afternoon causing concern for her mother Edna Chamberlain and Corry police. Officers, aided by three bystanders, tracked the frightened child to Chamberlain at the West Pleasant Street home declaring she had wandered away from siblings and playmates. The girl Detra Kaye was returned safely after about an hour, with no injuries reported.
AFL CIO announced a drive to unite labor for President Kennedy’s health plan for the aged. The effort aims to counter opposition from AMA and other groups while proposing financing through Social Security to help workers buy insurance against rising medical costs.
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