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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 09, 1962
Page
1
The Corty Journal urges Pennsylvanians to not vote in the May 15 governor primaries, condemning both parties for rigging the process. The piece argues leaders manipulate candidates, suppressing independent voices, and calls readers to abstain to reclaim the people’s constitutional rights.
In Heessen Germany a coal mine explosion at Sachsen Mine killed 30 miners and injured 3 as the 2200 morning shift was due. An official said only skeleton night crews were in the mine, and the blast did not start a fire. A similar blast had occurred a day earlier at Lulsenthal Mine in Saar.
L. Jordan, 26, of Tiong, faces four charges after a calf theft ended in a crash. He allegedly loaded a calf into his car as it acted up while he drove, then collided with a vehicle driven by Wayne W. Muller, 20, of Warren. Jordan was charged with driving under the influence, driving with license suspended, false statements to obtain the license, larceny of a cow, and nonpayment of court fees as state police and county sheriff pursued him across a muddy field.
Ex governor Forrest Cot Missouri, who served one term from 1908 to 1952, died yesterday in Gulfport while returning from a Florida vacation with his wife. He became ill and was hospitalized.
Washington AP The House rejected a bill to raise its membership from 435 to 438 in a voice vote, sending the measure back to committee during a hurried session. The plan favored Massachusetts Pennsylvania and Missouri by 1960 census numbers was undone by a controversial amendment forcing redistricting sessions or statewide races. Speaker McCormack withdrew support amid fears of statewide contests for incumbents.
Corry Public Library reports rising total circulation with the largest gains among youth. The Saturday afternoon reading hour for youngsters plus a library outreach program drive long term growth while adult-targeted notices aim to boost overall usage.
Maurice Panada a 20 year old lodger in the city jail was photographed after a night in transit from Chicago to Bradford. He carried three bulging suitcases and a box as he sought rides, telling reporters he planned to keep moving with few restful nights ahead.
An approaching storm threatens New Jersey as recovery continues from prior wind and wave damage. Rain is expected this afternoon with winds east to southeast at 15 to 20 mph. federal aid moves to stricken Atlantic coast counties as SBA loans open in Atlantic City Wildwood and Ship Bottom. President Kennedy may designate the region a disaster area and Gov Hughes contemplates a special session of the legislature.
PHILADELPHIA RP The Pennsylvania and New York Central Railroads asked the Interstate Commerce Commission to approve a merger of the two lines The filing notes three competitively balanced rail systems are developing in the East Chesapeake and Ohio and Norfolk and Western form two and PRE NYC form the third The application claims annual pre tax savings of 75 million and improved service plus a stronger competitive stance with other transport modes Some benefits would accrue promptly others gradually
A 40 year old man and his 41 year old wife were sentenced to prison terms for manslaughter after wiring a 5 year old girl to a shower nozzle, resulting in her death. Probation was denied by Superior Court Judge Levis Drucker. The child, Caral Page, was placed in their home after being removed from her natural parents. Investigators said the couple punished her by starving and restraining her before the death. The body was later found in La Jolla.
Six states hit by a three day storm rampage began mop up operations as the death toll reached at least 35 and damages topped 165 million dollars. New York New Jersey Delaware Maryland Virginia and North Carolina were declared disaster zones with federal loans and potential grants discussed. Additional aid from Agriculture announced with food supplies to be distributed via state agencies. Governors declared emergencies and surveys awaited damage figures as Ocean City Maryland suffered extensive boardwalk loss and numerous properties were damaged.
Delaware braces for more snow as the U S Weather Bureau predicts several inches with rain tonight and a high in the upper 30s. Gov Elbert N Carvel proclaims a state of emergency after a coast damaging storm with winds and high tides, mobilizing disaster relief and surveying the damage. Federal aid moves toward SBA disaster declarations and potential federal grants as Rehoboth Beach plans meetings with officials.
Governor Tawes called Ocean Citys flood scene the most destructive Ive seen as state officials mobilized 500000 in funds and 1500 prisoners for cleanup. Three deaths were confirmed including a bus driver James Wilson and two men from Baltimore. A federal disaster designation unlocked low cost loans while SRC moved to assign immediate aid. six graders cleared wet sand as the area began recovery efforts.
AARRISBURG AP J McSparran reaffirmed determination to challenge Rep William W Scranton for the Republican nomination for governor. The 41 year old master of the Pennsylvania State Grange said he will campaign across the state before the May 15 primary, presenting his qualifications and views on urgent state problems. He invited Scranton to join campaign platforms and television appearances to clarify his stance on current issues.
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