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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1972
Page
1
National guardsmen and volunteers hunted for an estimated 400 missing after floods wiped out communities in Buffalo Creek hollow. Investigators focus on a dam break linked to a lake of mine waste as bulldozers search 14 coal camps along a 20 mile valley.
City police investigate a combined burglary and malicious mischief in which an intruder wrecked an apartment at 108 Snyder Circle. From 4 p.m. Saturday, windows, drawers, and a record cabinet were damaged. cash, coins, a watch, and cigarettes were stolen totaling over 150 dollars. The thief fled on foot. search ongoing.
President Nixon returned to American soil after a week in China where he pledged to withdraw all U.S. forces from Taiwan someday and to expand bilateral trade and exchanges short of full diplomatic ties. The two governments kept opposing views on Vietnam, and the welcome in Anchorage featured brief remarks and a 1,750-word communique outlining positions and future cooperation across science, culture, sports, journalism, and trade.
Two Cleveland area motorists collided on Route 6 near Union City causing 1400 in vehicle damage. Nancy Catchpole 17 and William Pfingsten 54 crossed paths after her curve error with no injuries. A second crash on Route 8 near Titusville involved David Peeples 21 losing control, sideswiping two parked cars, and ending in the roadway. total damages were assessed at 2700.
In Clairton, a weekend house fire claimed the life of 11 year old Keith Fontaine. His brother Gilbert Fontaine, 15, was listed in critical condition at West Penn Hospital after transfer from McKeesport Hospital to the burn unit. Firefighters said Keith was found in the kitchen of the two story frame home.
Senate Republicans push tax cuts as central issue in 1972 politics in Harrisburg. They predict a large budget surplus and seek to reduce personal income and corporate taxes, while Gov. Shapp calls the moves irresponsible. Democrats control the chamber by a slim margin and the plan could shape primary elections with action delayed.
State Police from Corry Warren and Eric moved on a cockfight on Schramling road outside Columbus Saturday night and rounded up 72 enthusiasts. The raid led by Trooper Harry Jabo found 30 fighting cocks seized, six dead, and paraphernalia. All 72 fans pled guilty to cruelty to animals with one exception. Those charged included names from Corry Union City Spartansburg Pittsfield Youngsville Bear Lake Sugar Grove and nearby areas.
Taiwan newspapers denounce the Nixon Chou accord as a unilateral move undermining Taiwan’s security. Taipei stocks fall while Chinese on the island fear Beijing gains. Tokyo papers blast the shift as a betrayal by Sato’s government. Soviet Pravda voices misgivings over the summit.
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