Damel Erie Fends Off West Penns For Narrow Win
In a tense game, Damel Erie narrowly defeats West Penns with a late rally. Erie capitalized on key plays to secure the win and move higher in the standings.
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1968
Page
1
In a tense game, Damel Erie narrowly defeats West Penns with a late rally. Erie capitalized on key plays to secure the win and move higher in the standings.
A partial OCR fragment mentions a TINT reference with unclear context and missing surrounding details. The readable portion hints at a catalog or note titled TINT though no dates names or places are confirmed.
Corry officials face a clash with federal rules as the city housing project for 80 low income and 20 elderly units requires razing or repairing 20 substandard dwellings yearly for five years. Housing Authority members Helmintoller and McHale warn the cooperation agreement ties urban renewal to costly federal conditions and could derail the plan.
Three local brothers and a 16 year old cousin were arrested by city police at 3 am after a plan to raid baked goods from a Quality Market delivery box was foiled. Officers captured a 15 year old, two younger brothers, and a 16 year old girl. an 18 year old was not yet determined. Parents to appear Friday for explanation.
James Haas 25 of Sheboygan Wisconsin, employed by Clyde Beatty Ringling Brothers Circus, suffered first to third degree burns when a broken sledge hammer handle ignited gasoline and clothing. Fellow workers smothered the flames after attempting to wrestle him to the ground. Condition reported as fair at WCA Hospital Jamestown. In York Pennsylvania state police recovered the body of Charles Reppert 47 from the Susquehanna River.
Police filed intent to negotiate nine points to upgrade pay and status. The move follows Pennsylvania’s labor bargaining law signed by Gov. Shafer setting a July 1 deadline. Firemen also asked Council, but missed the deadline. members considered waiving it.
The South Carolina Alcoholic Beverage Commission bans beer sales from vending machines after reports of their presence in golf pro shops. Officials say such sales are hard to control and not a real issue, citing limited locations and enforcement concerns.
In Erie County court the Duane Troyer Trucking Company of Elgin was ordered to pay 1400 in withheld employee wage taxes plus a 1 percent penalty. The borough filed the claim for 1965 wages and related tax charges, with the firm required to file returns and remit the assessed amount.
Paris reports indicate the United States and North Vietnam may be quietly exploring de-escalation options in Paris. Publicly both sides claim progress but remain deadlocked on bombing cessation and military restraint as talks continue with Harriman and Thuy leading formal sessions.
AP report notes ground fighting south of Saigon intensified July 1 and early August with American casualties and Viet Cong movements westward toward Saigon. Da Nang Hue and northern areas assessed as potential targets for a broader Communist offensive amid a recent lull.
In Moscow and New York the start of Soviet Aeroflot Pan Am service faced delay at JFK due to heavy air traffic. The Ilyushin 62 arrived on schedule but landed 27 minutes late. VIP departures were pushed back as well. The flight carried 93 passengers including 54 officials and stopped in Montreal. About 1,000 welcomed the arrivals with Russian and American flags present.
Accidental discovery of 35 road marker signs in tall grass behind Corry Area High School leads to questioning of 20 youths alleged to have vandalized signs. The value and damage could reach $600 as police continue the investigation with Trooper Raisley and Cpl Pass.
Harrisburg AP Gov Shafer signs a bill to license motorcyclists like operators of tether vehicles amid rising two year fatalities. The act requires riders to wear protective headgear approved by the Secretary of Revenue and protective eye gear if owned. It bans operation when the muffler inner baffle is removed.
The Senate canceled today’s session to blunt delaying tactics and ensure Judiciary Committee questioning of chief justice designate Abe Fortas. President Johnson’s nomination faced intense scrutiny as Ervin opposed Fortas while Thornberry’s confirmation was delayed.
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