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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1963
Page
1
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Washington officials said a U S Soviet disarmament accord on a hotline does not guarantee faster progress on wider arms issues. A nuclear test ban remains the next major goal, with Harriman leading a July trip to Moscow to push a treaty. The Soviets oppose on-site inspectors, complicating a ban enforcement. The hotline would use wire service like facilities and be ready in about 60 days.
Erie County Civil Defense announces several personnel changes led by executive director David H. Parmenter. Dr. James Weaver becomes honorary medical adviser to the staff and continues as a former director of the medical division. David Hoffman rises from sector director of Union City to assistant county director. Raymond Weber resigns after 12 years, replaced by Hoffman. Harold Drayer named director for Union City and surrounding townships. Wendell Wendelling, retired engineer, certified chief of amateur radio services to boost communications at the expanded Wagner road center.
In a historic ceremony Giovanni Battista Montini archbishop of Milan was elected pope and chose Paul VI as his name He appeared on the balcony at 12 21 pm to bless the crowd and deliver Urbi et Orbi The White House signaled a likely Kennedy visit during his Italian trip and the new pope granted a full indulgence to the faithful as cardinals praised his dignified manner and vision for unity Continued on page six
In Erie County Court Judge Burton R. Laub ordered Floyd P. Pattison of Union City to continue paying $35 a week for the support of his first wife, who is an invalid. The court found Pattison earned about $6,000 a year and could pay, while noting he kept the second wife in his home after eloping to Nevada and marrying there without a divorce.
In Miami AP reporting the Cyber Revolutionary Council says it will demand United States aid if Soviet troops attack Cuban commandos and Cuban rebels. Antonin de Yerona, once Cuba’s prime minister, leads the group, asserting America pledged help against a Hungary style uprising. State Department press officer Richard Phillips notes U S intent not to stand idle if Cuba sees Soviet intervention. Council president Antonio Maceo urges Cubans to unite for liberation, while broadcasts describe possible landings in Oriente with guerrilla bands.
Corry area directors voted to fund a 14 076 addition at the Erie County Plastics Corporation plant in North Corry. The plant, leased long term to the plastics firm, will add 12 jobs and expand payroll toward 100. The Mogers Structural Steel Co. will build the steel paneled structure, due for occupancy this fall as orders keep the plant operating six days a week around the clock.
Jamestown began fluoridating its water yesterday as Marla W Smnedbure, superintendent of the Board of Public Utilities, announced the chemical is now being added to the city supply. The move followed a council decision after petitions seeking a referendum and opposition from antifluoridationists and local medical groups. Nearby villages and towns connected to Jamestown’s system, including Fulcater and Celeron, will also receive fluoridated water.
Republicans balk at Kennedy rights package focusing on desegregation of inns and businesses, with nine Republicans and 31 Democrats backing the bill. Dirksen and Mansfield back a voluntary desegregation alternative while Kennedy pushes a broad program including reading instruction, job training, and welfare education measures costing about 200 million dollars next year.
Bell Intercontinental Corp and Twin Industries said their boards authorized negotiations to study a possible acquisition of a substantial controlling stake in Twin by Bell. The joint statement named James F. Connaughton and William Coleman as representatives. Both firms are NYSE-listed and no assets were specified.
Pittsburgh reports the United Steelworkers and 11 major producers reached a landmark agreement ending the long period of labor tension. The pact introduces a new variation plan, covers 9 months, avoids a strike, and ensures wage stability. An international committee will monitor implementation with White House involvement and Kennedy administration interest. Continued on Page Three.
AP dispatch reports police intelligence centering on a possible 100000 strong Negro march on Capitol Hill to press civil rights legislation. Washington and Capitol police fear clashes even with thousands, as King and other leaders vow demonstrations. President Kennedy cautioned against violent protests, while civil rights groups plan strategy meetings. Bruce Lapcaster, 66, author of Gunx of Burgoyne and Blind Journey, died at Beverly Hospital.
NAACP officials in Erie vow to continue pressuring Mayor Charles B. Williamson after a fruitless meeting. Four requests include increasing Black city employees, contracting only with integrated workforces, passage of a Fair Housing ordinance, and empowering the Erie Human Relations Commission to enforce both requests. Only the housing ordinance was accepted, with NAACP asserting Mayor lacks understanding of internal hiring practices and city bureaus.
Erie County magistrates and constables association gathered at the Moose Lodge in Corry to map representation for the state convention in Reading on June 30. Local alderman M. S. Cobbett leads with Paulson Heisler and Moore. Roger Fischer also attends. A joint committee meeting with the Pennsylvania Bar Association on unlawful practices is set for Tamiment, Pa., June 28. Crawford County guests joined last night and will attend a tri county meeting on September 26.
The Erie County AFL-CIO Delegates unanimiusly passed a motion calling for exclusion of the federal food stamp program. The Community Services Committee cited double taxation, asset eligibility limits, and limits on purchases as drawbacks. Senior citizens and low income groups would bear economic obligations if the plan were adopted.
A trapeze artist named Patricia Wyatt from Crestwood Finway fell thirty feet during a benefit show last night. She was admitted to Felton Hospital in fair condition with a fractured hip after an injury caused by the ladder breaking. auxiliary policeman Louis DuLuces was among the first responders and reported the mishap.
Corry Area High School shows a dropout rate of about 2 percent among tenth to twelfth graders, far below the national 33 percent figure. Superintendent Shupe credits close student‑parent contact and proactive planning with guiding students toward graduation. Erie County official Robert Wratile notes factors behind local dropout trends.
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