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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 10, 1976
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR notes mention individuals Carl, EB, Mel Ips, and a North area relative to a Erie or Pa. plot. The text suggests a land lot or property reference with unnamed parties, but details and connections remain unclear.
A winter storm from the southeast dumped up to 10 inches of snow across eastern Pennsylvania, closing schools and disrupting traffic. The Pocono Mountains and Wyoming Valley saw the heaviest accumulations, with 6 to 10 inches reported in spots and a new record for Wilkes-Barre Scranton Airport. Police reported numerous minor crashes as road crews salted and plowed before the morning rush. Temperatures plunged into the teens to 20s statewide, while motorists urged to stay home amid slippery conditions.
Democrats on the Joint Economic Committee condemn President Ford's $34 billion proposal as risky and inflationary, urging sharp spending increases and a million emergency jobs. They project FY1977 outlays of $412-$418 billion, up $16-$24 billion from Ford, while arguing higher spending would boost tax revenue and trim unemployment programs. The GOP counters warn optimism requires caution amid unemployment, with a deficit near $50 billion. In Lebanon, Muslim troops seize a northern garrison and threaten civil war, while reports say President Franjieh fears a coup as loyal officers may break the army apart. Prime Minister Karami's government moves to resist.
HUD inspectors visited the Towne Development Corpora tion site in the Fourth Ward Urban Renewal area where workmen are steadily advancing on the 30 unit elderly housing project. D.A. Johnson and Associates conduct daily inspections, with completion set for November.
The Corry Chamber of Commerce selection committee, in preliminary stages, works on job specs as directors review the chamber's framework. At the Corry Motor Inn meeting they discussed self evaluation, inter viewing, and choosing a new manager. Mrs. Marc Roche reported on the Bicentennial progress and requested help for the year. The chamber will engage City Beautification and Tourist committees. Other business included the Easter Egg Hunt set for April 11 and the annual membership meeting on March 25.
The Corry Area School District Board approved two sabbatical leaves including a maternity absence and travel for the 1975-76 year, with teachers Jane O’Hare ill at Concord School and Sondra Crowell replaced by Linda A. Crowell on a substitute basis at $3,525 for the remnant of the year. A 1976-77 sabbatical for Betty S. Pate was also approved. Substitutes Gladyse D. Bulard will replace Crowell starting March 16 at $46 a day, prorated for the remainder of the year.
Florida's presidential primary reshapes race with Ford extending lead as Reagan struggles to rebound and Carter delivering a decisive victory that weakens Wallace. Carter vows more states ahead while Jackson claims a Miami plurality as New York primary looms on April 6.
At a southeastern Kentucky mine a methane gas blast as miners laid rails killed 15 men. Nine died instantly. others perished after a barrier failed. Officials probe safety measures as inspectors plan to review the scene.
The Citys Zoning Board of Adjustments met in the Municipal Building for two hearings. Attorney William A Peiffer sought to move his law office to 224 Maple Avenue near the Smith Street Maple Avenue junction. One case was approved while the other was tabled for at least one month.
The Corry Bicentennial Committee meets in Municipal Building council chambers at 7:30 p.m. for a regular session headlined by a presentation of the city flag and charter from Erie County Bicentennial officials. Attorney Hugh McKnight notes the event and invites public attendance.
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