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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1961
Page
1
President Kennedy said at a news conference he favors no arbitrary cut to the work week and prefers avoiding artificial reductions. He urged that unemployment pressures and the economy must improve before any hours reductions are pursued and noted jobless rates now near 5 percent with regional variation.
President Kennedy urged harmony among religious groups to keep the nation strong. He pressed Congress to pass a $2.3 billion public school bill with minimal amendments and proposed loans to parochial and private schools below college level. He pledged cooperation on studies of whether loans or tax exemptions for church schools would be constitutional and expressed hope for continued religious harmony nationwide.
Negotiations to expand the Lawrence Airport runways inch toward completion as Airport Authority members report land exchanges agreed by land-swap committee head Paul Arl and property owners Cady and Armitage. A sale of airport frontage on Sprite Street brought 870 dollars to the treasury, and permission for limited access to the well water supply was approved at the outline session.
The Soviet Union urged immediate General Assembly debate at the United Nations to gain wider hearing for their dispute against a new confederation form of government developing in an African territory. Soviet delegates pressed for action while the United States and other nations expressed objections, the agenda remained unsettled as editors noted continued discussion.
Lawrence Jewell of Corry RD 3 was arrested by state police at the U S marshal's request on a federal charge of transportation of stolen goods. The alleged theft involved property from Ta-Nure Motors and a garage in Mayville. he was arraigned and jailed on a $100 bond, with later developments noted as authorities pursued further action.
Seven children aged from 19 months to 9 years perished in a fire that destroyed the Ralph Floyd home in a small village near Excelsior Springs. The blaze began between 10 14 and 11 30 p m local time. firefighters were alerted at 12 19 a m. The oldest boy, Arald Eugene Floyd, 21. Sheila 9. Kathy 7. Wiley Roxy Anne 4. Mona Lou 8. and Douglas 19 months died in the flames. The Floyds lived near Wibbard, a community four miles east of Excelsior Springs. Arnold STEEL HEAD SUCCUMBS.
Corry Shire Police continued investigation into a two vehicle crash early Monday two miles south of Centerville on Route 8. Richard Varish 21 of Spartansburg drove from a side road into the Borchert vehicle totaling 400 and 1750 in damage. Possible charges pending based on the investigation outcome.
London AP report notes Britain’s Commonwealth debate over South Africa’s status. Verwoerd’s stance on race policy and possible membership revised by fellow members as discussions continue. Continued coverage signals strained but ongoing dialogue within the Commonwealth.
The Flint Chamber proposes a landmark centennial campaign led by EW Fett as chairman to spotlight city improvements along main arter ies and to measure progress since the last canvass. The effort includes a May clean up and a request to City Council to renew the clean-up drive, with a focus on welcoming visitors and recognizing improved properties. Members listed include S A Long, Shaies Hammond, Daley Webster, Walbur Rickers, Roy Reed, and Richard John Horton Davis plus Ris Amy. absentees were Angelo Frisina and Darwin Wolcott.
The Justice Department joined the Tennessee Valley Authority in suing five electrical equipment firms for nearly 12 million dollars for alleged overcharges. The action, first of its kind by the federal government, prompts expectations of further damage suits by states cities and private utilities. GE and Westinghouse, named defendants, vow vigorous defense as other firms face similar actions.
President Kennedy is expected to ask Congress to approve a radical new farm plan allowing growers to write their own crop programs with a congressional veto. The plan would delegate authority to the President and Secretary of Agriculture to work directly with farmers to craft controls price supports and related measures for groups of crops.
The Labor Department reports 5,705,000 unemployed and 64,658,000 employed, with unemployment the highest in 20 years and factory jobs slipping, including one in four auto workers. Secretary Arthur Goldberg notes slight signs of improvement while the work week remains 38.8 hours.
In a Moscow broadcast the Soviet commentator denounces the U S Peace Corps as a crafty plot to exploit undeveloped countries. They warn the program's goals are not selfless and predict the mission will fail, framing it as U S monopoly and manipulation for dollars.
President Kennedy's sister Eunice Shief, 38, of Chicago, underwent an appendectomy yesterday and is expected to remain at St Elizabeth's Hospital for about a week.
The Cory YMCA announces a new ceramics program for local children starting March 25. Classes, taught by Mrs. Frank Grice with volunteers, occur Saturdays at 10 and 11 a.m. Free for sessions with material fees only. Members may register in advance and must reregister for each session to hold a spot.
A 36 year old Fayette County man was forced to drive at gunpoint by Harold H. Jones of Uniontown and beaten and shot as the hitchhiker demanded a ride to Baltimore. Jones escaped after a struggle and the car was driven into a cornfield before the driver sought help. Jones was treated for a possible skull fracture and a thigh wound and was listed in fair condition. Police described the assailant as a about 6 feet tall, medium build, unknown clothing.
A fragmented OCR piece surveys The Flyer issue from November 4, 1890. It notes political names and local ads, mocks era trends, and highlights vintage copy with humorous profiles, editor notes, and early advertising missteps as it previews a centennial celebration.
New York AP report says The Untouchables will return next season as sponsors change after Liggett & Myers withdraws. ABC notes three new sponsors placed orders and the program is sold out for fall. Italian descent groups questioned gang names on the show, which depicts federal agents during Prohibition. Liggett & Myers cites rescheduling as reason for withdrawal.
Two youths were hurt in a series of clashes on Pittsburgh's South Side after Westinghouse Junior High beat Pt Avenue Junior High for the city title. Alphonse Randolph, 15, was stabbed in the back but in good condition. Robert Woody, 14, suffered a head injury from a rock as police detained about 10 youths before releasing them.
A planned Mercury space launch test at Wallops Island, originally set for tomorrow, has been postponed until Saturday or Monday. Officials cited undisclosed reasons and upcoming forecast for the delay.
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