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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1963
Page
1
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Thousands escape the ruined Yugoslav capital Skopje amid fears of typhus as authorities declare the search for survivors over. A Yugoslav girl was pulled alive after 40 hours entombed in the Friday quake. Government officials say about 900 bodies recovered and about 700 still buried. Temperatures reach the 90s and new tremors threaten further disaster as officials plan razing ruined buildings.
Billy Burkhardt 24 died instantly after his car left Route 8 ten miles south of Union City. He was thrown from the vehicle on a slight curve, suffering a crushed skull and broken neck. Police and coroner officials investigated the fatal, placing his body at the funeral home. Damages to the auto were estimated at 2400 dollars as authorities review the accident scene and circumstances.
Raymond and Roger Wiggers, aged 24 and 21, remained in Union City Memorial Hospital after a Saturday head on collision on a dirt road east of Union City. Raymond in good condition and Roger in fair, with injuries described as severe facial and upper body cuts. The other driver, John Daszynicz of Corry, suffered multiple arm cuts and was treated and released. Estimated vehicle damages were $4000 for the Wiggers car and $300 for the other vehicle. possible charges are pending.
A rainstorm delivering 0.73 inch of rain halted a week long heat wave with peak temperatures reaching 91 degrees. Brisk breezes followed under overcast skies as the U S Weather Bureau forecast partial clearing and cooler temperatures with tonight possibly in the low 60s. Sunrise and sunset times are listed.
Peking Radio denounces an Indian report claiming China is massing troops on India’s border as a lie. The broadcast accuses Prime Minister Nehru of keeping tensions high for political gain while Nehru warns the border situation remains menacing.
A severe electrical storm struck West Columbus avenue extension and Corry-Beaverdam Road, leveling a barn on Archie Bishop’s former Andrew Freman farm and damaging hay, a trashing machine, and sap buck ets. Fire crews from Elgin-Beaverdam Corry and Columbus fought the blaze, saving a nearby barn and milkhouse and evacuating a pony to safety. The loss is about $15,000 with livestock impacts and equipment destroyed as neighbors reported recent barn purchase. The event sparked near misses at the Martin Dewitt home as lightning traversed the area. Continued on Page Two.
North Korea troops ambushed a UN patrol near the Korean DMZ about 20 miles south of Seoul, killing two American soldiers and wounding another. The attack, described as vicious, occurred as a patrol from the 131st Cavalry approached positions along a sunken hill near Chingyane-Damy, with initial reports noting several enemy fire sources and concealed positions.
A 15 year old girl, Rita Weirs of Jeannette, was struck by lightning while walking at Shawnee State Park near Bedford. A 38 year old golfer, Oliver Decker of Macungle, was struck at the Lebanon Valley golf course near Myerstown while riding in a thunderstorm. The storms also caused outages in Harrisburg area and Philadelphia suburbs with hundreds of homes losing power.
The defense in Dr. Stephen Ward's vice trial rests at the Old Bailey as lawyer James Burge urges the jury to focus on five charges and not gossip. He notes Ward is not accused of leading an immoral life while listing highly placed clients and a few notable figures linked to the case.
A nightlong search recovered twelve bodies from three crowded tenement buildings that collapsed Sunday afternoon in a Cairo area. Nineteen more were found missing or trapped, with eight victims identified from nearby districts as rescue teams continued efforts at the wreckage.
A Sunday outing for 46 Pennsylvanians ended in a bus crash near the New Jersey state police barracks on Route 139. Six passengers were admitted to hospitals and 17 treated and released after the Philadelphia Transit Corp chartered bus struck three cars and hit a traffic signal and pole. The Jones Boys softball group of Philadelphia was returning from a Brielle fishing trip. driver James Woldanski of Trenton was cited for careless driving.
Washington AP reports the Senate Commons debate over a proposed nuclear test ban as officials weigh the aim of ratifying a treaty. Key figures including Harriman and the Joint Chiefs of Staff express concerns about national security versus the administration’s stance on continuing tests.
AFL C IO Local workers blast County Commissioners over alleged butter pilferage in the Corry surplus food distribution. Frank Grace CSC chair accuses Albert Wicks of ulterior motives behind pushing for a food stamp plan. County auditors note a 40 pound butter shortfall at One Corry, with Corry CSC denying theft and blaming record errors as Erie sends no invoice. The dispute centers on switching from surplus to food stamp management amid cost concerns.
A Corry man, John J. Lank, was released from Erie County Jail after paying his disorderly conduct fine. William Rooney remains jailed on disorderly conduct and obstructing an officer charges after fleeing from Corry police Saturday night. Police responded to reports of a fight on West Mall Street and arrested the pair, who verbally mocked officers and refused to leave. Rooney fled, was cornered near Ajax Iron Works, and later restrained as officers pursued him.
A city pound reports a litter of five to six week old collie pups plus a mother collie, with two additional adults, all available for adoption. Prospective homes must ensure a safe, loving environment. donations to the pound fund are appreciated but not required. Mallory will be at the pound from 6 p.m. to hight to discuss adoptions.
Mrs. Leo Tatara, 98, and her son Paul, 10, were severely burned after attempting to kindle a fire with kerosene at the Tatara camp on Brooks Rocks. Both were treated and released at Corry Memorial Hospital with first to third degree burns on arms, hands, face, and other areas after kerosene splashed.
A five year old Cambria County girl Rebecca Lynn Williams daughter of Mr and Mrs George Williams fell from a 9 bedroom front window about 20 feet and fractured her skull. She was found by a neighbor and taken to Children’s Hospital in Pittsburgh in serious condition. Police say she was probably sleepwalking.
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