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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1966
Page
1
Congress prepares final action on a $6 billion tax package to fund Viet Nam efforts and curb inflation. The plan boosts auto excise tax and corporate levies, includes a new wage tax withholding, and extends Social Security pensions for about 300,000 seniors, with $35 monthly for individuals and $62.50 for couples.
Corry Area Jointure votes 6 1 to name Thomas R Shupe as its representative in federal Title 1 education funds program for underprivileged youths. About $58 000 is available for four districts Corry Concord Township Columbus and Wayne Township with Spring Creek excluded though eligible. The plan would serve about 22 children from Thomas School with Erie Catholic Diocese approving the plan and other districts needing formal resolutions. The article notes a continuation on page six and references a congressman Kaulslang who died yesterday.
Gemini 8 receives tentative approval for a three day mission with astronauts Neil Armstrong and David Scott. After a night of test fixes including the Atlas booster and environmental control unit, launch shifts to Wednesday with weather conditions expected favorable. if successful the flight will mark a link with another satellite and a record breaking two hour space walk.
Police warn parents after a stranger in a black Volkswagen tried to lure an 8 year old on West Pleasant street while he walked home from school. The teen offender threatened harm if he told anyone and described a sedan with acne on the face. Parents should instruct children to avoid strangers and report sightings to police.
In Auckland, Walter Schirra stated that there may be numerous planets with life, suggesting more worlds than grains of sand in deserts. He emphasized belief that life could exist elsewhere, citing the vast number of planets.
James Miller, 26, is in serious condition after being shot four times during a recess in his murder trial at the Jefferson County Courthouse in Pine Bluff. Authorities held the girl's father, Chancie Williams, 38, and prosecutors said he would be charged as an adult with intent to kill. Deputy Pink Bacher said Williams was arrested as he fled the courthouse. a 22 caliber pistol was found in his possession. Judge Henry W. Smith ordered suspended proceedings: a mistrial was declared.
Patti Ann Boyle, 18, rents a billboard to say she is not ready for marriage to her boyfriend Ralph Julian, 19. He had rented a billboard asking Pat fat love you Will you marry me. She responds with her own message Patti After I graduate from University of Delaware.
President Johnson signed a bill authorizing 4.8 billion dollars to support the Vietnam War, urging Peking and Hanoi to abandon conquest. The signing and speech occurred in the White House East Room before Congress and defense officials. State Secretary Rusk said most non Communist governments back U S role and expect more help, while noting Hanoi and Peking block peace.
Charlemont and nearby Shelburne Falls closed after a derailed tank car carrying 55 tons of liquid chlorine sparked fears of a leak. About 4500 residents were evacuated or moved as crews secured the car. Police and civil defense planned alarms and nursing home evacuations as a warning system was prepared.
The Corry Area Joint School Committee discussed expanding the adult education program in agriculture and adding a second vocational agriculture teacher. Dr. Eiton E. Decker urged funding support, noting university recognition and state aid of up to half the cost.
The Administration Committee led by William Kafferlin proposes immediate retroactive raise to July 1985 for 11 administrators to align with the 1965-66 scale and budget for 1966-67. Total cost for the 1985-66 adjustment is 2237 dollars, drawn from about 50 000 dollars in a state education bonus, half already received.
U S aircraft struck Viet Cong staging areas near the North Viet Nam border. Two planes were lost including a Navy Albatross rescue craft. Demonstrations in Da Nang demanded elections and the fall of the junta, with a general strike paralyzing the city.
Concord School Board assigned its property committee to obtain quotations for a four area blacktop playground with equipment. The project will be funded in the 1966-87 budget and completed before summer.
Gerald Henke, 30, a blind piano tuner, disappeared 11 days ago after leaving his Southfield home with his wife Beverly who is ill with cancer. Police say the case is baffling with no substantial clues despite Henke being described as self-reliant and deeply in love with his wife.
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