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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1961
Page
1
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A 72 year old woman, Mrs Addi Wright, perished in a $600000 blaze tearing through the Coliud Building at the Chautauqua Institute. Firefighters battled the early morning fire in below zero temps, with one firefighter hurt by ice and debris as crews searched for the victim. Survivors include Miss Mitu Terry of Carry, Ohio. The loss is being tallied as inventories are completed. The fire started on the third floor and was discovered near a baseboard by resident Marion Cornell.
Two crashes at the icy North West and West Pleasant intersection injured four people and caused about 275 in damages. Ted Kenniston and Robert McCray collided first at 4 30 p m near Northwest street. Pred Lindsey and Derry Rote crashed at 4 45 p m with Lindsey’s car sustaining 50 and Rote’s 75 in damage.
Franklin D Babcock of 1000 West Pleasant street faced assault and battery charges from his wife Samh after an incident Saturday evening. He pled guilty, received a peace bond, and paid court costs at Erie County Court after initial plea of not guilty and $500 bail.
A Titusville area collision involving Emmerson T. Campbell and his wife Marjorie on a rural road left both vehicles with substantial front end damage but no injuries. A wrecker at the scene was called from Ter- Mice Farm to recover the vehicles.
A severe cold spell grips the Deep South and Midwest with subzero readings from Minnesota to New England. Weather linked deaths rise to at least 70 nationwide as storms and blizzards strain homes and roads, while some southern locales report unseasonable freezes and light snow.
Police said husky Robert Sichel WW admitted last night that he killed a middle aged neighbor woman with a bayonet. They were still determining motive as Capt. Mal Sylvia said Sichel, after intensive questioning, admitted stabbing Marie 58 and then attempting to burn her corpse.
A two week harbor strike paralyzed New York harbor with tugboat and marine workers walking out against 11 railroads. Mediators led by labor secretary Arthur Goldberg reached a settlement at 6:18 am after marathon talks. City leaders Wagner and Rockefeller praised Goldberg and unions prepared a turnout meeting in Brooklyn.
A frigid wave kept Pennsylvania in its grip with subzero readings across cities like Bradford and Allentown and a fresh dusting of snow atop last week’s heavy fall. Philadelphia expected about an inch, while many areas saw widespread travel disruption as schools reopened after closures. Five weather-related deaths added to the weekend toll.
Washington AP Kennedy opens a sweeping review of a master plan to safeguard peace with the Communist bloc. In his first White House week he holds morning and afternoon talks with Secretary of State Rusk and Defense Secretary McNamara, signaling priority on easing East West tension while bolstering defenses. A secret Moscow message to Khrushchev hinted at hard positions despite private talks. Bowles attends a White House luncheon previewing Rusk’s views.
May stir controversy as the Steering Committee of the City Planning Commission meets in Room 20 at 7 30 p m at Lomervine Corry Area High School The final curtain on a long study of the city's master plan is scheduled with notes of protecting residents from unfair housing ordinances and ensuring safeguards for those with modest means The meeting guards against substandard housing while weighing the impact of new housing restrictions on individuals and property owners
Mrs. Illyssa Keeley Ritts, 89, of Pleasantville, died Saturday in Titusville Hospital from severe burns sustained in her home. Deputy coroner Dr. C. M. Sonne states the fire began before the blaze, with Ritts found 8 a.m. by a neighbor. She was hospitalized after being found by the bed in a room with clothing burned off and burns on hands and face. The exact origin of the fire remains under investigation. neither stove was lit.
Week end fires across the state killed three people and caused extensive damage. The most damaging blaze struck a five story main building complex in a central business district, collapsing floors and injuring several occupants. Fire crews battled flames for hours as nearby structures and multiple tractor trailers were damaged. Owner Jacob Trinley reported losses around 1000000 dollars while others were reported injured. Continued on Page Three.
Dr. Daniel Chast, president of the Pusan trot, died unexpectedly on a November day. The longtime figure led the organization and helped shape the event’s direction, with tributes pouring in from colleagues and participants.
State Police hunt a red and yellow hit and run vehicle linked to a morning crash on Route 6 three miles west of Corry. Wilbur Gates reports $250 damage to his parked car as officers investigate possible drowsy driving. several injuries and other crashes noted in the area with police awaiting further details.
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