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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

May 12, 1961

Page

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U S Pledges Help To South Viet Nam

President Lyndon B Johnson told the South Viet Nam National Assembly the United States stands ready to help defend the anti Communist republic. He outlined immediate support and noted the current defense program of 160 million dollars for the year while pledging further aid in education, industrial development, and economic progress. He also indicated a potential addition of 20,000 troops to bolster regular forces of 150,000.

Lyndon B. Johnson United States Ngo Dinh Diem Johnson Kennedy South Viet Nam Viet] Nam

Production Set To Reach Record Output In Near Future

In Hot Springs Virginia economists forecast a national production rate exceeding 525 billion annually by year end. Secretary Hodges meets with the Business Advisory Council as leaders of major corporations review rising sales and output. An industry by industry report, due tomorrow, plus joint findings with the council, project a quarterly rate of 505 billion.

Hot Springs Luther H. Hodges Commerce Department F.R. Kuppel Ameran ‘Telephone de Telegraph Co

Rep Kearns Sees Jack Get Union Made Chair

Washington report notes Rep. Kearns says President Kennedy should use a union made chair. He checked with the manufacturer to confirm union labor, then sat and commented on Kennedy’s chair. Kearns, a Republican on the House Labor Committee, referenced a union leader letter claiming Kennedy’s chair was non union made.

Kearns Jack Washington Carroll Kennedy Carroll Kearns Kennedy Shoulange Keans Ialee House Labor Committee Labor

Brazil’s Quadros Defies US on Cuba Policy Stand

Brazil president Janio Quadros rejects US calls for intervention in Cuba and urges hands off policy. Foreign Minister Arias clarifies Brazil will oppose foreign military or economic action against Cuba, including by China or the Soviet Union. US aid to Brazil’s northeast continues, with Quadros cautious until relief reaches the poor backlands.

U.S Cuba Brazil Afon 8O Arios China Soviet Union Quadros Congress Washington Sundros Leat Castro Latin America

Anthony Third Winner Of $2000 Grant From Aero Dynamics Inc

Gaylord Anthony of Corry Area High School has won the Aero Dynamics Inc scholarship, the citys largest grant, and will graduate in June. He plans chemical engineering at Grave City College after acceptance. The $500 yearly award supports maintained scholastic standing and is the third Aero-funded prize. Recipients include Mary Flowers of Grove City and Robert D. Wilson of Penn State. The selection committee featured Aero representatives George E. Wurm, William H. Singers Jr., John L. Wilson, and Corry Area High School staff Harold G. Wolf, Roger Hoover, Miss Nelle Titus, and Phillip Segal.

Anthony Ere Pton Dynamic&Inc Gaylord Anthony Corry Area Grave, City Robert D. Wilson John L. Wilson Penn State Aero Corry Aves High School George E. Wurm William H. Singers Jr CAHS Harold G. Wolf Roger

Five Corryites Attend Episcopal Diocese Convention

Five Corry residents from Emmanuel Episcopal Church travel to Ridgway as delegates to the 51st Annual Episcopal Diocese of Erie convention. Rev. William C. Seltz leads the local group with lay delegates Wallace Young Charles Bracken Mrs. Keppel Tiffany and Mrs. Louis Morrow. The convention opens with worship led by Bishop William H. Crittenden at Grace Church Ridgway.

Ridgway Emmanuel Episcopal Church Episcopal Diocese of Erie William C. Seltz Wallace Young Charles, Bracken Keppel Tiffany Louis Morrow William Crittenden Grace Church

Boy Saves Mother With Phone Call

A four year old boy, Dicky Tompkins, directed police to his home after calling to report his sick mother. Officers found Alice Tomplins, 25, semiconscious and overheated by a hot water heater left on but unlit. her condition not critical.

Dicky Tompkins Dicky Alice Tomplins Charles Stewart

Illinois River Towns Battle Worst Flooding

The Associated Press reports the worst floods in 20 years across the Illinois River valley, with 15 counties in southern Illinois declared disaster areas and requests for broader disaster declarations. Levees are reinforced around Murphysboro as the Muddy River flood crest threatens the city’s power and water plants, while rains widen damage across Missouri, Arkansas, Indiana, Oklahoma, and Kansas.

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Pro Adviser For Centennial Due Monday

Victor Orn Centennial Inc has engaged Rogers Production Co to supervise centennial events. Willa Armitage will arrive Monday to oversee the Corry Geti larama pageant and coordinate production from centennial headquarters. ARMITAGE to stay through Centennial Week, assisting all divisions. Decorations firm Old Glory Flag and Decorating Co chosen. WE vans of the firm present.

Me Eee Ne Wee Rogers Production Coig Victor Orn Centennial, Inc Willa Armitage Rogers Production Co Corry Orn Erie Armitage Centennial Cherry Hardware West Main Street Howard J Sheen Athletic Field H. Martin Keppel Old Glory Flag and Decorating Co

Eisenhower Hosts Cabinet Aides at Gettysburg Meeting

An unprecedented Gettysburg gathering brings 20 Eisenhower aides and Cabinet members to the college mansion. He asserts the Republicans will be completely bipartisan on Kennedy era international policy while warning that divisive voices must be heard on war. Continuous coverage continues on Page Sight.

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Laos Truce Clears Way for Nations Conference Start

Western and Thai delegates reported that a Laos ceasefire is verified and essential for the Southeast Asia conference to proceed in Geneva. US officials require proof of a ceasefire before joining talks, wary of potential interruptions if fighting resumes.

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Kennedy Takes Brief Rest Ahead of Championship Meet

The article notes Kennedy relaxing during a three day Canadian visit with Mrs Kennedy and children in Washington. It mentions plans for golf and poolside rest at Palm Beach, while his presidential schedule includes May trips to Canada and France. Nancy details reflect weather concerns at a local track meet and a separate obituary for philosopher Yale Simons.

Kennedy Washington Canada France Palm Beach Country Club Christophe J. Dunphy Palm Beach Charles Spalding New York West Palm Beach Joseph P. Kennedy Charles Wrightsman Wrightsman

Two New Sister Groups Form at Corry Area High

Two newly organized Sister groups held meetings last evening to elect officers and plan activities. Chapter 41 The Daughters of The Smash formed with Diane Sawyer as president and Barbara Wilkwire as Calamity Jane sheriff, inviting other Sister or Brother groups to softball, volleyball, or baseball. The MAB group elected Eugene Bucsak president and Lea Danner treasurer, hinting at a Rentery Project in development. Next meetings are scheduled in two weeks at Mr. Walter McCray’s home.

Corry Area Diane Sawyer Dorin Smith Silver Belle Linda Treaster Susy Quill Barbara Wilkwire Sandra ‘Stodgrass Board of Governors Linds Shumaky Betty Beagle Promp Tto Mab Reinier Reinier, Vebith Erbc Eugene Bucsak Lea Danner Mini Feamin Mire ‘White Sheriff Mes Fowler Colfer Iso He Mare White Walter McCray

Bernard P. Bentha dies after operation in New York

Bernard Bents Benth 73 of New York Gip a major figure in Wall Street about 60 years ago died Wednesday after an operation.

AML Tex Bernard Bens Benth New York Wall Financial District

CAHS Chorus Tackles 61 Tour Fundraiser Tickets

Corry Area High School Mixed Chorus sells tickets for an upcoming 61st annual concert to fund their tour. Proceeds from Monday and Tuesday evenings support the trip with performances at Eisenhower School and a Rochester NY show, plus a boat plant stop en route.

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Police Accounts Diverge After UC Man Dragged, Beaten

A Union City man named Alex Daniche, 46, was injured and hospitalized in Titusville after a reported incident on Route 8. Police received two versions, with relatives claiming Daniche was dragged by a vehicle. the driver cited a traffic stop at a gas station. Daniche was treated for a facial laceration, and charges against another driver were noted as possible.

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Khrushchev Promises Peaceful Soviet Communist Victory

Moscow reports Soviet Premier Nikita Khrushchev delivering a rally speech declaring communism superior to capitalism and destined to prevail peacefully. He asserted Marxism’s supremacy while noting victory would come with guns, and addressed the Georgia Republic anniversary as the party marked the establishment of the Soviet Republic.

Moscow Khruphchev Soviet Republic of Georgia United States of America Khrushchev

Centerville Driver Crashes After Swinging Wide

Police report a 51 year old driver Rennect Tracy of Centerville misjudged a turn on Route 8 causing a left swing and collision with 25 year old Russell Looney of Cunmudge Sprites near Centerville shortly before 4 PM. Financial figures cited include $400 to Tracy and $200 to Looney. Possible charges under investigation.

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