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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 26, 1965
Page
1
Scattered OCR fragment mentions pumps, power, plows, and farming gear. No coherent event found. readable items reference yards, rails, hedges, and farm tools with scattered numbers and place-like terms.
Viola Gregg Liuzzo 39, a Detroit mother of five and Wayne State University student, was shot on a highway near Lowndesboro while driving marchers from Montgomery to Selma. A 19-year-old Selma resident rode with her. federal troops and Alabama Guardsmen were mobilized for the Selma to Montgomery march. Liuzzo’s husband Arthur Liuzzo urged the President to explain the tragedy as officials vowed full investigation and heightened security for the civil rights event.
President Johnson said he is ready to meet with anyone anywhere if there is promise of progress toward an honorable peace in Vietnam. The move coincides with Chou En-lai’s warning that the US is expanding aggression and would unite China and the Soviet Union against wider conflict.
U S Navy bombers hit four North Viet Nam coastal radar stations, the deepest penetration of the series since February. Two Navy planes were shot down in the Gulf of Tonkin with pilots rescued unharmed. several other aircraft were heavily damaged. A Saigon spokesman did not rule out enemy attack. In Tokyo, North Korea offered to send volunteers and arms to South Viet Nam if asked, joining Beijing in backing aid to the Viet Cong amid expanding U S actions.
Glenn King a 59 year old resident of 1 Lemon Street asked police to void his own bond after an assault with intent to kill charge. He was remanded to Erie County court and jailed after stabbing Helen Messenger at 11 Lemon Street. The DA will decide if he can again choose time in or out of jail before trial.
The Pennsylvania Senate Education Committee, after its second of four hearings, delays serious consideration of a tax supported school bus bill. Chairman Preston B. Davis cites an incomplete record while Sen. Jack E. McGregor expects a floor bill, with Republicans noting needed corrections before release.
President Johnson orders an end to federal job discrimination after a report found too few Negroes hired in southern offices. LeRoy Collins cited in Selma indicators of unequal treatment across Social Security, Post Office, agricultural services, FBI, Justice, and Craig Air Force Base. Johnson vows equal treatment for all citizens. A second item reports Chester M. Rowka, 27, of Canonsburg, Pa., killed in a crash near Wheeling, W.Va.
In Washington the House Democratic majority moves to pass a record school aid measure granting $1.06 billion in nationwide grants for elementary and secondary schools. The bill would involve public and parochial schools, with further provisions for $250 million more for texts, libraries, research, centers, and state education grants. Republicans oppose the distribution formula but are unlikely to derail the major aid provision.
Federal troops and Alabama National Guardsmen are protecting the Selma to Montgomery civil rights march. Officials estimate pay and allowances average about $15 per man daily. With 1,860 guardsmen and about 1,000 Army troops on duty, daily costs reach about $43,000. The operation began last Saturday and is now in its seventh day.
In Pittsburgh's Brushton section a 16 year old and two 12 year olds were arrested for a burglary at a 41 000 home. Gerald Hayman 16 was detained at a hospital where he sought treatment for a head wound after being surprised during the break in.
Congressman George W. Heffner questions the Public Utility Commission on its split 32 decision denying regulation of community antenna television systems. He argues local governments cannot adequately protect the public interest in franchises and service quality and backs a House bill defining these antenna systems as public utilities.
Corry Zoning Board of Appeals denied Floyd Hockenbury Sr and Jr a proposal for a $30,000 three bay do it yourself car wash at the West Smith and Hater streets corner. Neighbors hospital and property owners opposed the plan citing residential zoning and potential impact. The board noted area mix of homes and businesses predating zoning and ruled the request not permitted under exemptions.
Disappearance of Kathy Shea, a six year old kindergarten pupil, has stunned Tyrone Pennsylvania. State police and FBI agents supervise a large search covering about 500 square miles with volunteers numbering in the thousands. The girl vanished near Adams School around 12 20 p m on March 18 after being seen near the crossing by a policeman and a neighbor. A bloodhound trace led to within 100 yards of a road then scent was lost suggesting possible car involvement. Authorities urge continued search as hours and days pass with no clue.
Joseph Kriston, 35, a North Side Pittsburgh father of eight, drowned when his car plunged from River Road into the Allegheny River. Rescuers threw a rope that was too short as he yelled I cant swim and the vehicle disappeared beneath the water after veering off the road and tumbling over an embankment.
The Pennsylvania Railroad will convert 325 former sleeping cars into living spaces for track maintenance crews. Each car will include sleeping areas, dining and recreation facilities, air cooling, and shower baths as announced by the railroad.
Virgil Grissom and John Young arrived at the White House to receive the Space Distinguished Service Medal from President Johnson. A large crowd greeted them on Pennsylvania Avenue as they prepared to be honored again in Congress for their three orbit flight.
The Columbus Community Congregational Church won final approval for a 41423 construction project including educational wing and front facade rebuilding. Millspaw and Joy of Corry secured the general contract, with Arthur F. Young of Union City handling heating electrical and plumbing. Completion target is October with a fund drive nearing 38983 in cash and pledges from a 232 member church of the United Church of Christ.
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