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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1960
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR details a notice involving estate claims and registration actions in Ober County. Names such as Reed and Tofil appear amid references to debt, property, and time delays. The text also mentions a 1896 death of Harry Mel and speaks to fire damage and related assessments in a municipal context.
The AP reports a renewed U S Britain France Italy and Canada push a Western disarmament plan as Soviet leaders Krushchev call for a world without armies. Talks open with study groups and expert committees likely for months or years while East West sides meet on an equal basis.
Titusville police stopped Ronald Mitcham 18 of Centerville for driving without lights. He fled and was caught. four hubcaps and a wheel were found in his car linking to a $100 theft at Riceville Corners. Mitcham and Joseph Miller 18 of Union City pled guilty after restitution and fines. charges withdrawn. Mitcham released on bond pending suspension hearing.
Mrs. Frinklin D. Roosevelt addressed a Nevro-uned-white audience in St Petersburg last night. Police cleared the Gibbs Junior College auditorium and searched for explosives before her speech but found none.
Police hunted three suspected mail thieves after they shot and killed two post office inspectors Ben Spizzieri aged 42 and John McAuliffe Jr. aged 36 in a car on the southwest edge of the Loup Monday night. The trio fled, robbing the car of a box and ball, and were about to be taken to the station when the robbers opened fire. Both inspectors kept their 38 caliber service revolvers holstered. no return fire occurred.
Corry School Board last night reviewed the soon to be finalized budget for the 1960 1961 school year. A special meeting set for March 28 will allow Superintendent Rodemeyer to present budget details before the regular April session. The delay period aims to acquaint trustees with the lengthy document as March finances remain routine while state reimbursements and possible borrowing options shape cash flow. State auditors completed a largely error free district audit, contrasting with reports from other districts. Two first grade students will be out for this year and reenter next year due to immaturity.
Adenauer meets with Eisenhower at the White House to urge avoiding Berlin concessions at the Paris summit. He also plans to press for progress on disarmament with State Department officials, stressing no acute deal on West Berlin.
W ilford W Willow 65 of Centerville was southbound on Route B when his car and a northbound truck collided head on near Riceville Corners at about 9 15 this morning. Willow suffered a deep laceration and possible knee fractures. Rex Southall 19 of RD 2 Centerville was following and failed to yield as the truck turned into a parking lot. Damages were estimated at 350 dollars.
Corry area joint school committee examined an initial 60 61 budget this week. Superintendent William E Rodemeyer presented a three phase proposal including a minimum budget of 912,933 and a maximum of 945,933 with items to add. Board members to study details before March 28 meeting and final action.
Two Ripley men died instantly when their car collided head on with a tractor trailer on Route 20 near the state line in Chautauqua County. The truck driver, Samuel Kangas of Jefferson Ohio, was hospitalized with a fractured rib and head injuries after swerving to avoid a dog. Coroner to rule on accidental death. DA to review possible negligence.
Fire at the Jaggi home on East Columbus avenue after 11 pm caused an estimated $1,600 in damage. Mrs. Jaggi said the blaze started from clothing on a floor furnace or a lighted cigarette. Fire Chief Downey said the house nearly reached ignition. Engines 2 and 1 and Emergency Truck 5 responded with 15 men. volunteer Raymond Blynt sustained a small cut. The building owned by J A Black of Garland suffered about $1,000 damage to the structure and $500 to contents. The Colonial Terrace motel owner praised the firemen for their quiet, efficient work and not disturbing motel guests despite nearby activity.
A 17 year old boy from Apple Valley admitted he killed Gladys Hodge, 47, mother of a friend, by beating her with an iron rod. Hodge died after the Friday night attack, with authorities saying the suspect will be booked as an adult for murder.
A federal grand jury returned an indictment charging William Piccolomini, 41, of Connellsville, with evading nearly 76,000 dollars in income taxes from 1954 to 1956. Piccolomini, a coal stripper, allegedly paid 67,541 dollars when 143,473 dollars were due over the three years.
The Corry Public Library plans a $350 increase in operating costs for 1960 61 over 1959 60. Total operating costs rise from $6,904 to $7,254 with librarian salary up from $3,250 to $3,350 and maintenance budget up $50 for higher electric and gas bills.
Corry Area School Board debated the basketball program and a potential new coach after reading Coach Victor Crace’s resignation. Elmer Ortner urged reconsideration but no action was taken, with a five member committee to study program needs and coaching criteria.
In Athy residents report skunks under a house near East Main street. Police and game warden tried to resolve the problem but could not. The warden suggested blocking the entry and tempting the animals outside, though cold weather may hinder them. The situation remains unresolved as the community contends with the stench.
Corry school board members heard last night that local taxpayers may face a one mill property tax increase next year. The tentative budget shows a $712,885 outlay, with an anticipated overshoot of $28,000 against current expenses and a net local share of $356,480 while the state provides $343,175. The 1 mill tax would yield about $262,480, continuing the current tax scene. Continued on page eight.
Corry State Police issued notices to two area motorists after a Wattsburg auto crash on James town street. James L. Ester, 23, Waterford, failed to yield as he entered from a private drive and collided with Chester A. Frodellus, 19, Corry RD 4. No injuries. damages about 205 dollars. Ester charged with failure to yield. Frodellus pled guilty to reckless driving and was fined ten dollars.
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