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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1966
Page
6
A church and civic groups will receive samples of literature and audio visuals from Rev. Klein to inform residents of the possible consequences of gambling in Crawford County.
New York faces a potential nurse resignation as 1,480 nurses threaten to quit by May 23. Municipal hospitals curb non emergency patients, while upstate facilities prepare to take in tuberculosis patients from Bronx Municipal Hospital Center. Mediator Moskowitz may propose settlement terms.
City officials reviewed an $5,000 option for an off street lot with potential to shift meters to fund construction. City engineer David Johnson proposed moving meters or replacing some with two hour signs to boost revenue. Revenue from existing East Washington street lot rose since December and coincided with higher on street meter income, prompting cautious support and a special council meeting next Monday.
The council debates a tax plan arguing city services are used by non residents while schools do not and the Titusville school board meanwhile adopts the tax. Some council members have discussed an occupational tax in informal talks.
The Eighth Grade Tri-Hi-Y Club presented a $25 check to Corry Memorial Hospital director Audrey Young to buy toys for the children’s ward. Sam Antrim, the hospital administrator, thanked the group for its fundraising efforts. Journal photo by McMichael.
Arlington driver Jim McElreath posted the day’s fastest speed, exceeding 160 mph on the Zink Urachel Slick trackburner during test runs for the Memorial Day Indianapolis 500. Mario Andretti, who earned pole position last weekend, surpassed 157 mph in brief track sessions.
Corry directors voted to retain Shape When supported by 18 votes to 19 and discussed appointing a Corry representative with a vote if the board desired. The Vacancy Committee will report and recommend within the next month.
Solicitor Frank McKnight told Corry directors they may vote for any candidate remaining after the roll call. If they choose to, they could cast for Shupe, who has declared candidacy and will be interviewed by the Vacancy Committee. Shop Your Corry Stores.
City officials discuss sidewalk displays in front of stores urging stricter rules. Paler cites Paul Lines Hardware on East Main where outdoor plants must be shown, as items cannot be kept indoors. City engineer Johnson to locate or draft a formal ordinance governing sidewalk displays and overhead signs.
A daughter was born yesterday morning at Corty Memorial Hospital to Mr. and Mrs. Charles Sterner of Bradford. Mrs. Sterner is the former Mary Ellen Anderson. Maternal grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Anderson of West Park Place. A second newborn daughter arrived at Corty Memorial Hospital for Mr. and Mrs. Howard Hoitink of Corry R.D. 3. Mrs. Hoitink is the former Beverly LaCross.
Mount Pleasant, Pa. Lawrence Wuashock, 38, fell from the Bridgeport Dam while fishing alone and drowned after reportedly becoming ill. Police said the incident occurred Monday.
Mayor William A. I geiter said merchants should continue as they have until a solution is found. The ordinance would regulate size and placement of signs and place liability on store owners. Further details promised.
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