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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1973
Page
1
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Harrisburg AP reports no single no fault car insurance bill advances as three factions the Shapp administration House Republicans and a Senate bipartisan coalition draft multiple measures for January 15 return. Sen Joseph Ammerman to reintroduce a bill identical to last session's died measure with backing implied from Shapp and Denenberg.
Wage earners in Corry and surrounding townships received 1972 income tax return forms by mail. All residents on record must file by April 15, 1973, even if no withholding occurred. Contact local tax receiver William Miller for forms and guidance.
Betty Sherard, 15, was killed by shrapnel from exploding train cars near Harrod Ohio as her father, nearby at a home, sustained injuries. Firemen fled scene and fire hoses lay idle while tanks of anhydrous ammonia at a chemical plant potential danger. Authorities report the girl died at a local hospital and her father remained in fair condition.
Washington AP reports the Nixon administration will seek a mandatory death penalty for cold blooded premeditated crimes while a Democratic senator proposes leaving sentencing to the jury. The clash signals a major congressional struggle over capital punishment as opponents begin to form battle lines.
The body of 14 year old Larry Keefer of Parker was found hanging from a small tree limb near his home after he was reported missing while out to bury a dead dog. Officials, including State Police troopers and the Clarion County Sheriff, investigated with no coroner ruling yet. The article also notes national discussions on the death penalty with various lawmakers proposing or debating mandatory or reinstated capital punishment.
Erie County Commissioners discussed establishing a permanent voter registration office in the city. A feasibility study on costs and voter base will determine if the site proceeds, with the matter to be placed on a future agenda. Officials noted two staffers would be needed, affecting expenses. Carry voters and politicians will watch the progress with interest.
Senate Democrats urge immediate cutoff of Vietnam War funds unless Paris peace talks settle by January 20. A 36 to 12 vote backed Kennedy's plan to halt funds. Brackets include Brooke Cranston and McGovern Hatfield proposals. White House warns talks could be affected as Kissinger and Le Duc Tho meet. Melvin Laird to testify next Monday. Senate committee assignments widened to seat McGovern and Humphrey.
Officials of the Pennsylvania State Police at Lawrence Park completed an inquiry into a Corry area raid on a local business without informing city police. The report will be forwarded to Troop EB Commander Capt. Hankinson and then to Harrisburg for the new state police commissioner. Lt. Robert Gorman led the inquiry, with Capt. Hankinson to issue a statement next week. The raid followed a tip about slot machines. nothing was found. State Police say action will be taken to correct the practice.
In 1972 residents faced widespread damage as the year recorded 51.33 inches of rain, the wettest in six years. The data show 1967 at 55.05 inches and 1971 at 41.66 inches, with Agnes driving the surge in June. Farmers Home Administration loans offered with a January 15 deadline, and statewide disaster designations noted, outlining emergency aid and processed applications to date.
In Erie County court yesterday LaVerne Silvis 21 of 612 West Pleasant street was found guilty of a dangerous drug act violation after a tipped police search netted marijuana. He received court costs and two weekends in jail. Verner Swanson 52 of 104 Wayne street pled guilty to drunken driving and received a $200 fine license suspension for a year and two years probation. Two more Corry offenders faced court today as of press time. Kentucky needs jobs says Commerce Commissioner Damon Harrison predicting 300000 to 350000 new nonagricultural posts in 10 years to keep pace with growth.
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