30 Jun 1977
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1977
Page
1
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President Carter announced at a nationally broadcast news conference that the United States should not deploy or continue production of the B1 bomber. Testing and research would proceed while he evaluates the progress of SALT talks, with deployment of the cruise missile approved as an alternative. Carter emphasized ongoing submarine launched missiles and warned that reversing the decision could raise costs beyond the $24.8 billion estimate.
A 17 year old Corry boy ran away to join a traveling circus that performed locally. Police, YMCA staff, and Franklin police tracked him as the circus headed toward Franklin, returning him to Corry to face his parents. The episode was described as a modern Mark Twain style adventure.
The Governor's Justice Commission approved funds for two Corry police officers to attend specialized training at the University of Louisville in Louisville, Kentucky. Officer Fred Corbett will take a course in scientific crime investigation, and Officer Dennis Anderson is also slated to join the program.
Four South Carolina residents died and one man was critically injured when a tractor trailer auto carrier skidded on a rain slick street in downtown Pittsburgh yesterday. The vehicle plunged 60 feet from a ramp and landed on a city street.
In Harrisburg the House and Senate dispute over school funding and taxes moved to a conference committee. The $5.2 billion plan, identical to a Senate version, lacks Senate money and faces a tax debate. Democratic leaders seek four to six Republican votes for tax hikes, while Republicans resist new taxes. Conference chair Henry Cianfiani urged action.
Charlotte Grosse, 15, was dragged from a remote Girl Scout campsite by a heavyset man. She phoned home to say she was safe but the abductor has not released her, with authorities broadening the search to Bradenton and surrounding areas. The sheriff voiced confusion at the delay and pledged continued effort.
Washington AP reports members of the House refused to roll back a 12,900 pay raise approved in February raising congressional salaries from 44,600 to 57,500. The chamber, by 251 to 161, voted to keep the raises and send the bill to the Senate.
Director of Parks and Recreation Barbara Mack announced the city summer recreation program with a reduced schedule. Activities run 9 am to noon from July 5 to August 13 at Concord School Wright School Mead Park Fairview Playground and City Park with rotating ward by day and central Friday events. Cheryl McQueen leads physical activities Sheila Clark handles crafts. call YMCA or Mrs Mack for details.
National Fuel Gas Distributors in Erie reports adequate stocks to avoid shortages this winter. Spokesman William Hill notes no expected curtailment and says the PUC survey shows three other utilities balanced, six foreseeing curtailments for large industrial users, with no local curtailment anticipated as bad weather begins.
Harrisburg AP bulletin reports the Shapp administration halting new highway contracts funded by bonds due to stalled legislature action on oil taxes or fees. The freeze excludes ongoing, maintenance, and safety projects, according to PennDOT deputy secretary David Sims. The pause aims to conserve bond funds until extra money is provided.
Legal Services for Northwestern Pennsylvania a private nonprofit will hold a public meeting in Corry at 7 p.m. on July 14 at the First United Methodist Church. Eligible clients and supportive agencies can voice service needs and help set priorities for legal aid amid heavy caseloads.
Corryltes invited to a 7:30 pm public session in the multipurpose room at Penson engineers and planners will answer questions about road maintenance and future planning. PennDOT reps seek input from residents affected by the current roadway conditions and delays in improvements.
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