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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1963
Page
1
OCR reads like a damaged classified item list from Elgin area notices. It mentions a base measurement 50x113, a kiln or base object, possible renter or buyer terms, locations including Akam and Ket washer. Dates 15-18-19 12 AD appear fragmentary and unclear.
A wide array of scientists and observers gathered for the solar eclipse, with totality limited to a 16 mile swath through Alaska and Maine. While roving aircraft and rockets will study ionospheric effects, the main event hinges on the sun moon alignment as it travels from Japan to Alaska, with observers citing efforts to analyze the sun's halo and atmospheric interactions.
AP reporting from Moscow that Red China accuses Khrushchev of capitulation and mind poisoning over nuclear war talk. China vows to air both sides of the dispute in broadcasts and publications to persuade the world and test truth in the Communist camp.
Two Altoona men Harry Kimberlin aged 65 and Daniel Savino aged 57 face grand jury action over a gambling raid in Altoona conducted by state and local police. They were arrested during raids at a pool room and newsstand and released on $500 bond each after a hearing.
Cambridge, Md. AP Integrationists threaten to resume demonstrations in Cambridge under martial law as National Guard patrols remain. Gov Tawes blames leaders for hindering talks and the Maryland Bar Association race relations committee could mediate to avert further clashes. Fourteen arrests were made last Tuesday as talks stall and a Baltimore meeting is planned.
Three people were injured in two auto accidents near Corry yesterday afternoon and evening. Betty Lloyd 40 of Pittsburgh stopped to read road signs on Route 89 north of Wattsburg and was rear ended by Wilton Gabriel 31 of North East. Gabriel had a nose laceration but declined treatment. Damages were 250 and 150 dollars. The second crash occurred near the Corry Drive In Theatre injuring William Dunnewold Union City and Agnes Hauling 43 of Erie as she drove west on Route 6 when Dunnewold pulled from a side road into her path. Both were taken to Union City Memorial Hospital. Police said charges are pending.
Harrisburg AP reports the Pennsylvania Banking Department and the federal government raised the interest rate ceiling on certain time deposits. The maximum for 90 days to six months rises from 2% to 4%, while six months to a year climbs from 3% to 4%. No change for savings deposits or notes under 90 days.
The U.S. naval mission chief Col. Roy Balterton and four Marines were ordered expelled by President Francois Duvalier for unauthorized trips into the Haitian interior. Aides Capt. Don Lane and two other officers, plus an enlisted man, were declared persona non grata amid border tensions with the Dominican Republic.
Former Vice President Richard M. Nixon arrived in Vienna from Budapest and urged expanding People to People contacts between Americans and East Europeans. Nixon, on a private European tour with his family including a three day Hungary visit, said Eastern Europeans are eager for such contact. The Nixons planned to depart Tuesday for Berlin.
Nelson C. Drummond, Navy yeoman, 34, found guilty on a conspiracy count to aid the Soviet Union. Jury failed to convict on a second espionage count. sentencing set for August 15. Drummond admitted receiving 20000 to 24000 dollars from Soviet agents over years. He owned a Newport RI bar and grill while stationed in Maryland and was arrested in Larchmont after alleged passing of information to Soviet secretaries.
Indonesia aims to build four air bases with Soviet guided missiles on Natuna Biak Tolldastoll and Indonesian Timor to bolster defense against external attack. Brig. Gen. Askari of the Army Air Defense Command disclosed the plan to Amira News Agency. The islands lie near Malaya and Australia amid regional federation tensions with Malaysia, Singapore, Sarawak and North Borneo becoming a federation on Aug 31.
The Rex Theatre will show a free children’s program during the solar eclipse. The bill includes the cartoon Showdown and Audie Murphy, with several city businesses sharing the cost to keep kids indoors and away from retina risk.
President Kennedy urged measures to avert a railroad strike and congressional action. Senate Labor chair Lister Hill said passage would be fast if proposals satisfy parties. White House plan includes a July 29 hold for new work rules and unions agreed not to strike before then.
A heavy storm drenched Erie County with 2.03 inches of rain ending a long dry spell. Gov. Scranton had been urged to declare a disaster area as the downpour damaged utilities and fed pastures and crops. No major injuries occurred, though one minor crash happened on North Center Street.
An elderly man, 82, of St Marys, died last evening after a car driven by 17 year old William Stroup of St Marys failed to stop. The incident occurred five miles west of Corry near the State Police post. Further details are scarce in the report.
Reporting indicates Whitford and his daughter pulled off after smelling smoke. Stroup, driving westward, topped a rise and struck the Whitford vehicle as it backed into a private driveway, with Stroup losing control and the car overturning. Whitford was carried by the seat into a gully embankment. Stroup and Gentilindt sustained minor injuries and were treated at Corry Memorial Hospital.
City officials discuss off street parking as a Parking Authority reviews options on nine Center Street properties for new lots. Mayor Zalmeck and Councilman Clark show signs of backing the plan, with a August 6 council meeting to consider Authority recommendations. If funds and options align, parking could precede Christmas. progress remains cautious.
City program aims to offer every woman in Corry a Pap test for cervical cancer. Dr. Hugh Gilmore and others from state and county cancer groups meet Corry Cancer Committee to discuss a several week mass screening. Early detection boosts recovery. funds come from Erie County Cancer Society and state health department.
Harrisburg AP reports Dr. Daniel J. Kirk was dismissed as superintendent of MeSellysarove State School Hospital following a clash over alleged political patronage. Arlin M. Adams, secretary of Public Welfare, fired Kirk after a two hour meeting, stating no denial was made of published claims that Adams ordered job changes for political reasons. Gov. Scranton was reportedly distressed and involved in a conference prior to the secretary’s decision.
Harold De Vitt TI, 21, of Bellevue was fatally injured yesterday when the car he was fixing slipped off a jack. He died at the scene or shortly after, authorities said.
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