03 May 1961
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1961
Page
1
Fragmentary notice lists a sale led by Mrs Mitler and a buyer named Corry. The brief text shows an auction at 2 p.m. with phrases about riding Bem and a sale managed by an unnamed agent. The readable segments imply a community sale event this coming Tuesday.
Senator William Fulbright says the ill fated Cuban invasion was a mistake with collective responsibility shared by the White House, Defense Department, CIA, and State Department. He spoke after a four hour briefing with CIA chief Allen Dulles and deputy Richard M. Bissell Jr. and noted possible calls for military advisers to testify.
Peace Corps hopefuls can obtain applications at the YMCA desk in Erie for two year overseas assignments. Gerald Lane notes limited local applications and urges US citizens aged 18 or older to apply. Married couples with no under eighteen children may qualify, but medical needs may bar some. draft deferments possible in select cases.
A Corryite, D Armour Hillstrom, was named to the State YMCA of Pennsylvania Executive Committee for a second time. The re election notice came from Jesse D Wells Jr, president of the state committee, reflecting his long service on the local Board of Directors and his role in the campaign that funded the local YMCA building. Bourguiba Arrives Washington for Kennedy State Visit. The Tunisian president, Habib Bourguiba, arrives as Kennedy’s guest for talks with full ceremonial honors in a historic first visit since independence in 1968.
A Lake City burglary at City Marine on Route 5 yielded about 2500 dollars in fishing gear. Footprints and fingerprints, left by burglars, aided the investigation. The entry was by smashed window and the owner Homer Guy reported the theft remains under police review.
Woolworth in Cory plans a large remodeling of its North Center and West Washington outlet to switch to self service. The project, aimed to finish before centennial celebrations, includes removing the center door, adding a see through window, and placing check-out at two doors with a turnstile at the rear entrance. Departments such as curtains, drapes, and lace will expand, fluorescent lighting will brighten the store, and the lace department will be among the first self serve in the region.
STEAMBURG voters in Bloamburrg School District chose to continue sending grade schoolers to the district's two room schoolhouse, one of Western New York's few remaining. The vote 31 to 25 opposed sending grades one through six to Randolph Central. The Steamburg school employs two teachers and approved a 70 to 4 vote contract to transport grades seven through 12 to Randolph Central. The district also approved its 21852 budget, up about 1.00. SCIENTIST SUCCUMBS AT ST LOUIS Me Frat William Bub Sr 68 a longtime member of Washington University and a noted scientist who helped develop the atomic bomb died yesterday of cancer.
Springboro man Pedoreak, 23, died when his car left Route 20122 Fisher road in Spring Township, struck a tree, and split into pieces. Police said the crash happened about 11 50 pm in rain turning to mixed rain and snow. state police and an Albion physician ruled on the death. He was married with three children and had recently left Brs Packing Co. at Springboro.
London AF reports George Bure a British government official received a 42-year prison term for nearly a decade of spying for the Soviet Union. The sentence the stiffest in peacetime Britain for espionage. Klaus Fuchs had 14 years. The judge noted the information was highly important though not scientific and rendered much of Britain’s efforts useless. Details of his cover job and specifics remain undisclosed for security.
The Veterans Council hosts a Loyalty Day program Sunday at 1 p.m. with a parade forming at City Park and marching south on Center Street then west to South First and north to First Avenue. Afterward a program at the VFW on West Washington features State Senator William Lesler and welcomes Mayor J Fred Kinley.
Corry area high school graduates face college costs with some relief. Local scholarships and grants, offered by Elks and other groups, help ease tuition and related expenses. Many funds materialize as juniors and seniors plan their futures, aiding students toward higher education.
In Jerusalem AP reports a moving testimony from Mrs Lubotkin about how Jews in the Warsaw ghetto battled German troops with home made bombs and scarce arms to resist deportation to gas chambers. The trial of Nazi figures continues as defense witnesses may appear via West Germany. Israel reserves the right to arrest them on arrival.
Rebels in Laos reportedly ordered a ceasefire to allow talks for a possible armistice near Vientiane this morning. The provisional halt affected areas along the Vientiane highway as government and Pathet Lao officials negotiated through Monday night.
Drake urges Meadville homeowners to beware of traveling roofers and siding men. He cites past overcharges and says only crews with police-issued soliciting permits should be trusted. If no permit is shown, call police. reputable firms can obtain permits locally.
Centennial celebration efforts ramp up as volunteers gather at the former Cherry Hardware building on West Main Street. Mrs. Lawrence Nichols leads the headquarters and requests more volunteers to staff a flood of inquiries about the July centennial while a steady stream of tasks, from hats to warm welcomes, keeps helpers busy.
CAPE CANAVERAL AP America’s first American in space, Alan B. Shepard Jr., prepares for a demanding mission that will test psychological, medical, and technical limits. He will record reactions, report tests, and relive moments as he boards a pickup stage toward a capsule launch delayed by weather and equipment issues.
UC Beat is slated to dock tomorrow at the Duques Marine Terminal for Atlantic crossing. Cargo includes samples of fiberfiak boa and a ship manufactured by Mottled WMber Glits. Uning Citys and London trade interest noted by Bart Director Galvin EB Dinglar.
Aimed at a record balloon flight after tomorrow, efforts planned to launch a marine balloon from an aircraft amid weather delays. Initial attempts were washed out Saturday, with subsequent trials blocked by the weather during the long weekend.
Senator John Van Sant proposes a bill to punish receiving bribes to alter athletic outcomes. The measure would apply to college and professional events with imprisonment up to ten years and stiffer fines. Supporters say penalties must deter corruption in sports.
An 18 year old charged with a fatal stabbing in Nemtata Pa will undergo psychiatric exams before potential juvenile court handling or adult charges. Prosecutors consider whether to try the case in juvenile court or adult court as officials seek clarity on the defendant's mental state.
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