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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1962
Page
6
Dr Babine Bashline of Grove City dies after a fall Tuesday night. He was father of J H Woodrow Bashline, a Republican candidate for Congress, and a founder of Bushline Rossman Hospital. Surviving are three sons, all doctors on the hospital staff.
Senator John G Tower of Texas condemned the Peace Corps for sending home 65 year old Dante Fletcher of Panhandle Texas from training in Puerto Rico for allegedly not meeting physical standards including running a mile, doing push ups, and swimming. He urged a congressional probe into the Peace Corps operations as Congress debates funding for the program.
George Pease of Millcreek will be guest speaker at the North East Junior Chamber of Commerce annual Presidents Dinner with JayCee leaders inviting community members to attend May 15 at the Hotel Concord. The event marks Pease’s first public appearance since his teacher school board dispute garnered wide attention.
Harrisburg Governor David J. Lawrence returned from a world tour sponsored by the U.S. State Department and led a delegation to Japan, Hong Kong, Thailand, India, Iran, Italy and England. He praised higher living standards in the United States, noted no anti-American sentiment in Japan, and spoke of world citizens’ desire for peace led by American leadership. He cited plans for a Penn town visit in Buckinghamshire to dedicate the William Penn Musal.
Scranton faces criticism from McSparran as the independent candidate attacks him for holding federal office while campaigning for governor. McSparran, speaking in Wilkes Barre during a Columbia County tour, says Scranton’s remarks reveal poor judgment and questions his ability to lead New York. He condemns Scranton for staying in federal office and accepting a salary while running in the May primary.
The House Rules Committee lifted its roadblock after securing a pledge that the House would not accept a $900 million scholarship provision in a conference. The combined bill aims to provide $1.5 billion for college construction and student aid, with Powell and Smith seeking open assurance to avoid disputes over scholarships. The committee voted 6 to 0 to send the bill to conference, pending full House approval.
West Berlin reports that at least 21 people have been killed trying to cross the wall since August 1, when the border was closed and construction began. The tally covers the period from that date to yesterday, reflecting ongoing peril for escapees.
Hal Boyle reports Garry Moore, famed entertainer and former Baltimore school drop‑out, marks his 5000th national network broadcast amid gratitude and optimism. Moore, 47, discusses longevity, lack of retirement plans, and continuing influence from colleagues like Ellington and Wynn. Also news of John S. Miller, former Somerset state senator, dying at 16 nursing home years after service.
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