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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1961
Page
1
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The Corry School Board discussed building plans and Wright School repairs at last night’s May meeting. Dr William E Rodemeyer said repair forms for Wright School and two new elementary schools were sent to Harrisburg with Wright approved and the new school awaiting next week’s nod. The Wright project covers parapet wall repairs to stop water leakage and rotted sills, with W G Eckles Co. set to handle architecture after a $660 retainer. The new elementary school will be named Washington School pending state numbering, and construction could begin when the district is ready. The board also addressed Little League, noting 90 boys tried out and 15 per roster, leaving 30 boys without spots as the Recreation Committee work continues.
Western Pennsylvania towns including New Castle Ellwood City Beaver Falls and Beaver County endured a violent spring storm with winds up to 65 mph. Several injuries reported one hospitalization for David Mammaro 8 of Ellwood City. Power outages disrupted life as crews repaired lines and damaged roofs and barns.
Eric Robinson, a Rochester Institute of Technology student, received a $600 check from the Treasury Department instead of $20. The department admits its mistake and acknowledges the overpayment.
Vice President Lyndon B. Johnson heads a two week world tour carrying Kennedy’s pledge of U S backing to Asian allies under Communist pressure. He plans meetings with six leaders, stops in Greece and South Vietnam, China, the Philippines, Thailand and Pakistan as U S arms and training aid for Diem’s regime are discussed.
Erie County dog law enforcement reports 56 people cited on day one of a county wide drive to require dog licenses. A ten person team will patrol daily until all delayed dogs are licensed, with licenses costing 1.10 for males and 2.10 for females. Fines for violations start at 5 and can reach 100 plus jail time, with aldermanic or JP costs. Arthur L. Smith assists as state field supervisor.
Betty J. Hatchen, 43, of Waterford Township, escaped injury when her car left Route 19 and overturned after attempting to pass a truck occupied by John Benedict, 41, of Peru Indiana. Benedict was found guilty of failure to yield to an overtaking vehicle and fined ten dollars plus costs.
An audit of 125 claims covering 1376 weeks found seven claimants received improper payments in the Corry district. James Roseberry, local office manager, said restitus tion steps and penalties are underway with possible jail terms and loss of benefits.
Harrisburg reports a new Senate bill would raise the state's take from harness racing betting from 10 percent to 10 per cent and more. The measure was introduced last night amid legislative activity on wagering revenues.
The president praised the astronaut from the ground up while dignitaries watched. Beside the chief executive were Mire Shepard, the spaceman’s mother, Dr Hugh Dryden, NASA officials, and astronauts Walter Shirra, John Glenn, and Lenny Cooper in attendance.
Washington AP tribute to Alan B. Shepard Jr. after a national homage. Shepard vows future space work and calm, direct handling of questions at a televised news conference. He receives honors, kisses, and public praise as he returns to public life and space plans.
The Corry Area Joint School Committee considered funding matters and delayed on several recommendations. Dr William E Rodemeyer reported on a Harrisburg trip about school expansion and reimbursements for three expansion projects including a new elementary school, Wight School repairs, and a new jumpy line facility. The committee reviewed a long overdue auditorium rental and a $75 bank-related item, with local groups agreeing to cover the lab cost to move toward conclusion. Actions on other items await future sessions and policy shifts from state education finance.
Goats and Nanny groups held first meetings electing officers for both chapters. Leaders include Tom Foreman president and Melvin Smith board representative. fines set 5 to 50 cents. Deputies named for law enforcement, and a future session planned to schedule challenges and activities for the centennial celebration.
At a joint committee meeting in Bellmore State College the reading of Dr William Rodemeyer s resignation as superintendent was followed by discussion on potential future operations of the school system The committee weighed whether to keep the dual system or move to a unit setup With Dr Maurice Kolpeth urging stability and Dr Archie Tate s administration committee proposing replacement plans further talks were promised at upcoming meetings
Oslo AP Secretary of State Dean Rusk told NATO ministers that while the Soviet Union is strong the West is stronger and urged prompt political consultation on potential problems. He and British and French leaders discussed Soviet plans for a separate peace with East Germany threatening West Berlin and Western effort to keep Allied control despite Khrushchev.
Curry Country Club directors vote to cap golf memberships with applications due by next Monday. Old members may renew by resigning in order to limit roster. initiation fees and annual dues posted for various member categories. The club prepares for a May opening with steward Thom Burkhart and staff in charge of operations.
At Edwards Air Force Base California NASA announced the X15 program will test rocket plume effects with throttle wide open to study aerodynamic stability and control. The effort seeks to advance flight performance and engineering data for future high speed research aircraft.
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