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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1956
Page
2
In Corry City vicinity reports on smoke abatement targets at Tillotson Furniture and nearby mills, a beer warehouse break-in solved, and local policing actions. Jamestown planning officials discuss parking survey with the Chamber of Commerce, plus weathered farm and church events, service changes, and town market ads.
Meadville Borough Council approved a budget of 26571 at a reorganizational meeting last night, about 4600 more than last year’s figure. Real estate and occupational taxes are expected to bring in around 10000 of the sum with the rest from other revenue controls. Police retirement noted of Jamestown officer after 34 years of service. An Esso Hall turkey dinner offered for 1.00 on Sunday at West Smith Street. A 30000 gift to Carnegie Public Library from two trust funds was announced by First Seneca Bank officers. Drake Building in Oil City undergoing remodeling to add offices for South Penn Company and Pennzoil Division. Fashions on sale at local shop. Clarion banker Mabel Clark appointed assistant vice president and manager of First Seneca Bank and Trust Company office here, replacing Hufingel effective December 31.
Edward McMahon and Sharon McMahon, administrative assistants to former Secretary William D. Thomson, will leave their $10,500 posts January 16. McMahon will stay two weeks to aid his successor John S. Fice as the new office chief takes over in Harrisburg.
Harrisburg reports a delay in school aid drawing GOP fire as Rep. Smith questions why funds reach other programs but not schools. He notes a $561 million education appropriation passed, with $50 million idle in the motor fund and $16 million available via tax anticipation notes, accusing the governor of inaction.
The Pennsylvania Supreme Court rejected Cheltenham Township residents appeal and upheld a Montgomery County ruling that a proposed Oak Lane supermarket in a largely residential district is not a nuisance. Legal experts say the decision could influence suburban development statewide.
Philosopher Larmien Snerwoon spoke to about 60 guests at the Steel Ave Foremen's Club meeting in the Hotel Corry for Ladies Night. D A Hillstrom praised the Corry James town Mfg Corp and a planned clubhouse on East Columbus Ave was announced for early spring pending weather.
Property owners argued the supermarket and 250 car parking lot would depress real estate values and harm living conditions through noise and congestion. The Supreme Court ruled these fears unjustified, upholding the establishment.
Division Manager K H Ishler announced 1956 plans to boost Penetec capacity in downtown Erie from 10 000 kilowatts to 17 000 with a 70 percent margin. Projects include three new transformers, high voltage line reconstructions from File to North East and from Powell Ave to Albion, plus a Meadville to Harmonsburg study for a new 4 500 volt line.
Substation projects for the year include rebuilding Hu ron street and Reed street substations in Erse and remodeling Harmonsbure Substation. The company will buy a portable substation for use across the division to ensure continuous service during emergencies or maintenance. Modernization of the Meadville service building is planned with an Electric Demonstration Center to educate groups on new appliances. The Meadville project adds space for line and service trucks and offices. Several Evie District distribution lines will be relocated for a Pennsylvania Turnpike extension toward the New York border.
Harrisburg report states Gov Leader and the General Assembly are urged to give favorable consideration to a State Employes Council request for a 500 dollar yearly wage increase for all state employees. Council president Reuben H Miller says the rise would align state pay with gains in industry federal and other public employes.
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