18 Mar 1968
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 18, 1968
Page
1
A fragmented text outlines city ordinances about selling units with specific bathtubs and plumbing systems, mentions a public sale date and authorities, and references local officials and dates in 1968. The notice lists legal条 sections and public works items with several names and addresses scattered through the boilerplate.
News from Saigon reports heavy fighting around Khe Sanh where Rangers and Marines repelled a North Vietnamese assault. Allied offensives near Saigon claim over 800 enemy dead in the week, with air strikes and B 52 raids continuing. Casualties among U S and government forces are described as light to moderate.
Marines take cover behind sandbags as they await the arrival of a plane. The image captures a tense moment with calm expressions despite evident danger and ongoing operations.
Warren State Hospital administrator Israel said two latest meningitis victims, an Erie County man and a Clarion County man, were responding well to treatment. They are the sixth and seventh cases since a staff doctor died on Feb 24, with three deaths already recorded. Dr. Lewis Williams of Meadville cautioned that more cases could appear as bacteria spread from carriers.
Verona, Virginia. Stanley L. Price proposed a trailer park on his property but faced neighbor objections and a Board of Supervisors denial. He advertises that his 10 acre site could host a hog farm from 300 to 3,000 hogs yearly with on site feeding and cooking of garbage and a $1 monthly lease.
Six Rapid City high school cheerleaders and seven adults die when a twin engine plane crashes returning from the South Dakota state tournament. Pilot Ivan Landstrom and his wife Mary die, along with teacher Dorothy Lloyd and six students. The crash triggers a large grass fire and city mourning as schools close.
President Johnson spoke at the National Farmers Union convention in Minneapolis during an unannounced trip from Texas. He called for programs of national austerity to ensure a prosperous economy and a sound fiscal position while pursuing victory in Vietnam and peace at home.
Police warn Corry residents of possible fake tree trimming crews linked to Bradford. The groups, often with burglary records, approach the elderly, demand advance payment, may not complete work, or overcharge. Officials urge verifying contractors with police or Chamber of Commerce before hiring.
A 19 year old, Charles D Redenz Jr of Spencer Road was cited for reckless driving and leaving the scene after a caper in Pine Grove Cemetery Friday night. Police say there may be more charges pending as the case is investigated.
Seven central bankers announce a two tier gold pricing plan ending the London pool’s dominance. The new regime allows free market pricing elsewhere while restricting private sales, with licenses for legit users and no private buying or selling by governments. The London pool remains closed until April 1 as markets adjust.
Free gold markets opened in Paris and Zurich after the Washington agreement with prices down from Friday. Dealers called the moves temporary and linked any success to U.S. and U.K. spending cuts. Hong Kong saw a peak then a drop as a two price system loomed. The dollar and pound strengthened in Europe amid fluctuating quotes.
IRONWOOD Mich AP seven victims died in a two hour rifle rampage in a western upper peninsula town. Eric Pearson 56 described as a loner and hunter worked as a janitor at a ski lodge is charged and to be arraigned. The dead and the injured were all shot with a high powered hunting rifle.
Warren Ohio AP reports Kellar escapes again with two companions after a prior breakout. In a spree that included a home massacre killing four, a girl wounded, and a tavern shooting that left one dead and another wounded, the killer then fled with the other escapees amid pursuit.
State Police search for a late model auto involved in a hit and run on the Waterford Union City highway last night. The unidentified driver crossed the center line and struck Craig Kenniston's car, causing $125 damage. no injuries reported.
Washington AP report on Senate ethics debate over partial public disclosure of lawmakers finances. Some backers push full public reports and details beyond committee recommendations, while opponents fear overreach and favor bribery law avenues.
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