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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1960
Page
4
The Maritime Administration continues accepting trade ins on old merchant vessels to encourage orderly replacement. Critics say prices risen since purchase explain high replacement costs, a factor affecting American shipping and national defense. Franklin News-Herald report.
A local column mentions 26 million doses of palid vaccine on hand for 80 million Americans still unvaccinated and stresses early use before polio becomes prevalent. It reports Corry farmers facing orange pests causing thousands in damage and notes Bert Anderson leaving Aero Supply for Piper Aircraft. Paint firms promote instant dry paint. The piece salutes the Corry Memorial Hospital Auxiliary, established 1887, planning Corry's first Home and Garden tour later this year.
Corry notes recall Roosevelt national defense conference and wartime hopes. Three motorists cited for overtime parking in Corry during the first day of police traffic dragnet. Corry Rod and Gun Club rifle team won first place in a 16 team shoot at Sylvania Rifle Club Emporium and received a modern daylight lighting arrangement for the local range.
Forty years ago on May 14 1926 Corrys ball club opens its season at the Washington street grounds aiming to challenge James Town for victory. Local business conditions reflect nationwide strains in transportation and labor. City officials plan soon to start street sprinkling to curb dust. Cashier O H Andrews returns briefly to the bank after illness.
One of two Mercer brothers remains in critical condition at Mercer Cottage Hospital after their car left the road near Mercer. William E. Libengood, 20, suffered a skull injury when the vehicle failed to negotiate a curve and rolled three times. His brother David L., 16, had scalp lacerations and a cut left eye but was reported in good condition today.
Nelson Courtney, chief engineer at Tech Memorial High, was suspended for alleged payroll padding after an investigation by secretary Lou Tullio. Courtney reportedly added about $270 over two weeks and admitted the acts. the extent of padding remains under review as the school board considers next steps.
Eight persons were injured yesterday in a suburban Ross Township auto bus collision. The car, driven by Francis Drake, 28, of Donora, rammed the rear of the Harmony Short Lines Bus as it stopped to pick up passengers.
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