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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 30, 1966
Page
1
In Miami Florida friends start a public drive to fund a reward as authorities pursue a kidnapping case involving a quick, studious high school senior. A prayer service is planned and Dan’s father, connected to a local business, is named among supporters while police indicate ongoing investigations.
A U S Navy officer in Kilke Ireland reported a metal cylinder washed ashore to American naval HQ in London. He said there are suspicions the three foot object is a relic tied to a nuclear submarine. Officials noted no danger and began verification with local authorities.
The FBI said 38 men were arrested in a Cleveland backed draft dodging network spanning Akron Chicago and Albany with fake draft listings sold for up to 5000 dollars. Solomon Gottfried a 56 year old civil service worker and former Air Force member supplied fake enlistment lists and faced charges.
Plainfield New Hampshire AP reports Maxfield Parrish aged 95, famed painter and muralist who illustrated magazine covers and children’s books including The Arabian Nights, becoming among the era’s best paid magazine illustrators. Stephen Barris also noted as a painter in the field.
A Mercer County man, John Arnocke of Middlesex, filed a federal case in U S District Court challenging the income tax. He argues the tax is improper for individuals earning less than $3,000 a year in poverty.
A Corry Journal examines the Milk Control Commission its purpose size and funding. The three member board earns 12500 yearly with a 70 person staff and a $604000 total annual cost covered by taxpayers dealers licenses and fees. It notes 10 states have some form of milk pricing and Pennsylvania uses 15 marketing areas with Erie County in Area 7.
In the central highlands 12 miles southwest of Pleiku two hundred U. S. cavalrymen fought to break free from a strong Communist force. Several troop helicopters were shot down including a Chinook bursting into flames near the Chu Phong Mountain range, hindering further air landings as bombardment continued.
A public unveiling in Erie presented an updated interim report on the Erie County Overall Economic Development Program aimed at qualifying for federal funds. The document, first issued in 1961, outlines plans to boost major industrial centers, improve facilities, and spur growth with focus on Erie and allied cities like Corry and Union City, supported by Gannon University faculty and local officials.
President Johnson hinted at an early tax increase to curb inflation prompting a congressional uproar. He outlined three options if prices rise further: controls, a $5 to $10 billion deficit, or a tax rise. Senate GOP leader Dirksen warned the move could spur a broad economy hunt.
Union City won formal approval from the Housing and Urban Development Department for a workable community development program aimed at slum elimination. Rep. Joseph Vigorito said the plan enables access to federal loans and grants for renewal and low rent housing, while progress must be shown each year to stay eligible. The program does not guarantee specific federal aid and supports use of local resources with state and private help as needed. British MP Sir Archer Baldwin Dies at 82 in Worcester.
A Corry subcommittee group on solid waste warns the city could face a waste disposal crunch by 1985 with 29.2 tons daily to manage from current 16.6 tons. Two disposal sites near West Washington Street and Avenue A are flagged for future trouble. The report notes per person disposal rising from 3.5 to five pounds daily by 1975 and cites packaging increases and more organic waste as drivers, urging early action.
State Paul C. Williams and Cpl. Joseph Raffe stood with Capt. Robert C. Dunham as Wy. Sahat presented commendations during a routine monthly inspection. The event occurred here with 14 Bi G. Rice in attendance and featured the usual coat and gear checks.
The Johnson administration considers tax changes to curb rising prices. A mix of personal income tax and higher corporate taxes could be used, with proposals centering on small reductions in purchasing power to check inflation. Officials weigh a two point rise in corporate tax from 48 to 50 percent and a possible personal tax increase if prices persist.
President Johnson pushes a major 1966 domestic program package as the House approves funds for a rent subsidy program aiding low income tenants and a Teachers Corps to educate children. Debates reveal partisan clashes over timing and the scope of new federal programs. The measure moves to the Senate after six hours of floor action.
A company reported its 1965 annual report to stockholders yesterday showing chemicals topping $30 million in sales. The figures highlight strong demand and set the tone for the firm’s strategic outlook in the coming year.
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