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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1969
Page
1
Ross Bailey, manager of the Raymond Division of Associated Spring, makes a $15,000 pledge. The announcement notes Bailey’s role and the contribution amount in the context of the company’s fundraising effort.
Snow and freezing rain disrupt travel and close schools across the Pacific Northwest central Rockies and northern Plains. Fog and heavy rain raise hazards in the Midwest and South while Indiana faces flood threats. Blizzard conditions hit the Columbia Gorge and Oregon. a 12 car pileup slowed interstate travel. Loggers and mills suffer from deep snows as customers stay home.
The merger of the Corry Area School Jointure and Sparta Merged School District could be finalized by June 30 with the merged district operating next year. State Board of Education action and possible Sparta appeal could affect conventions and initial board setup.
An American engineer on loan to an oil company may have been charged with espionage by Iraq when he was arrested weeks ago, his family says. The State Department said Bail and his wife Elizabeth were arrested in Iraq, which has a history of detaining alleged spies. Bail, employed by Humble Oil and loaned to Iraqi Petroleum Co., is in prison as authorities reportedly consider charges.
An early morning fire heavily damaged the James Brink home on Route 89 between Concord Corners and Spartansburg. Volunteers from six companies responded after a 1:30 a.m. alarm. Fire officials suspect wiring in a second story bathroom started the blaze. Brink reported flickering lights before smoke and flames filled the upstairs.
Cmdr Charles R. Clark testified at a Navy court of inquiry that the Banner’s light armed intelligence craft concept is valid but he would not again operate near Red China or North Korea. He paralleled Cmdr Lloyd Bucher’s Pueblo experience, noting the Banner was not seized or held captive. The court heard that no forces were readily available to aid Pueblo, with planes and ships from other commands too far away or unavailable.
Iraqi army says seven Israeli jets attacked Iraqi units along the eastern front in Jordan. One Israeli plane reportedly shot down with no Iraqi casualties. The raid followed Baghdad and Basra executions of 14 Iraqis for spying for Israel, including nine Jews, sparking international outcry.
The House Ways and Means Committee schedules a multi month review of tax laws starting February 18 focusing on tax exempt foundations then charitable gifts. The agenda later covers oil depletion, executive stock options, trusts, part time farming losses and accelerated depreciation amid broad reform pushes. Rep Byrnes backs universal high income tax.
U S sources say 15 to 19 B52s bombed Communist supply routes through Laos daily and some strikes reached north of the 17th parallel. North Vietnam accused a raid in Quang Binh province. U S denies raids on North Vietnam or the DMZ since Oct 28.
City engineers discuss three options for disposing of the 180 by 396 foot Raymond Avenue garage site as the city moves to a new East Smith Street facility. Possible actions include selling as is, tearing down for a single lot, or removing the building and selling as building lots. Early spring occupancy for the new building is planned with bids for the old warehouse to follow in late summer.
Mrs Carl L Smith of Pittsfield billed the city 6 16 for laundry costs after a water main break flooded her washer The items claimed include soap depreciation and three hours labor at 1 25 an hour She sought compensation from city authorities. Also Manila reports an earthquake in Davao no casualties yet.
Erie County commissioners face possible county participation if a permanent pool is added at Union City Dam. Col. Wayne Michels says participation would require county funds, but no money is currently available. A Corps representative was to brief commissioners, unclear on the meaning of participation.
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