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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1961
Page
1
A fragmented older notice describes a private sale of a property and household goods including appliances, furniture, and miscellaneous items. It lists addresses and contact hints and references estate actions in Pennsylvanian county context, with unclear dates and names due to OCR errors.
Seoul dispatch reports Premier John M. Chang and his cabinet resign amid a coup led by Lt. Gen. Chang Do-young. A 30-man military leadership committee, headed by Gen. Chang, announces a new regime with Maj. Gen. Pak Ching-hi as No. 2, and other senior officers including Lt. Gen. Kim Chong-oh. Chang pledges moral responsibility and calls for unity, while Lee Han-tim is reported ousted for not backing the coup. The move shifts power amid fighting corruption poverty and communism claims.
Nine CMH directors met to review committee reports and 1961 62 fiscal year changes. Final income from the Lila D Foster estate of 1009 was received. a 105000 bequest principal will arrive in about ten days. Auditors Hauserman King Crawford of Erie will review books at month end. The board approved shifting the fiscal year to end June 30 starting 1962, aligning with state aids.
Dorothy Brown Hoffman 70, wife of Paul Hoffman UN official, died yesterday in Palm Springs after a stroke. Paul Hoffman led Studebaker Corp and served as president of the Economic Cooperation Administration in Europe.
Fidel Castro proposed exchanging more than 1,000 inmates from the April 17 invasion for 50 American bulldozers. He warned captives jailed for crimes under Batista would not be returned. Castro urged boosting agricultural production amid pork shortages and joked about sending 500 bulldozers if Kennedy sends them first.
AP reports Seventh Day Adventists show lower heart disease and cholesterol. Dr. Richard Walden of College of Medical Evangelists presented a study noting Adventist men have 40 percent fewer diseased heart arteries and about 15 percent lower cholesterol. He cites abstinence from tobacco and alcohol and widespread vegetarianism among the 16 million Adventists as factors.
State Police continue investigation of alleged vandalism at Willow's Bridge in Sample Pints three miles east of here. Four wooden planks were removed from the bridge between 10 and 10:30 p.m. Tuesday, a hole discovered by a passing motorist led to reports to Columbus Township supervisors. Barry Nelson, RD 1, Columbus, nearly fell through the hole while attempting to cross with his pickup. Auto damage about 34. Planks missing, not recovered, likely taken from the scene or thrown into the creek.
Sparta Schools board approved final adoption of the 1961-62 budget totaling about 205000 with no tax levy hike amid a slight rise from last year. A special meeting set for June 14 will discuss the district summer repl program, replacing the regular monthly session on June 27.
Johnstown resident Masini Turk S176 of Hoydell was fatally injured yesterday after falling from the roof of a church at his home. Turk was helping to repair the roof when the accident occurred.
Western spokesmen at the Geneva talks discuss Andrei Gromyko's plan to neutralize Laos as a shield against interference by outside powers. Dean Rusk Lord Home and Maurice Couve de Murville compare the Soviet package with Home and Rusk proposals amid cautious consensus on general aims.
President Kennedy plans informal talks with Soviet Premier Khrushchev in Vienna as part of a broader effort to ease Cold War tensions. Officials indicate a potential June gathering, with preliminary discussions already underway after Kennedy’s Paris visit and before planned talks with Charles de Gaulle in Paris.
The G C Murphy Co store on North Center street plans a remodeling project that will complete before centennial week. Artie Shaw, manager, said Eries installing a new solid glass front by Lessinghaus and Oster gard of Erie as the low bidder. The glass front will include two double aluminum and glass doors to modernize the storefront and improve visibility into the retail area. The work should finish within a month before centennial crowds arrive.
The Soviet news agency Tass said today five high ranking officers of the armed forces died in an aviation catastrophe. Identified are Col Gen Pereverthin Lt Gen V I Goffe Maj Gen Morozov and Col Vichikh and others including Gen Vindinur and Kolpekeht.
An AP brief describes city officials debating parking area suggestions to aid young couples. The discussion centers on creating romantic teen spaces, with a note that a similar proposal was considered once before this month. City council weighs guidance and potential locations.
President Kennedy warned Ottawa and allies to stay alert to Soviet pressure and to strengthen conventional defenses. He signaled U S resolve to defend Europe and the Atlantic alliance, while keeping options open for nuclear deterrence if needed.
U S President and Canadian Prime Minister outlined concerns that the Castro dictatorship in Cuba threatens democratic progress in Latin America. They urged accelerating economic reform and social changes to strengthen Western Hemisphere democracy and stability, promising continued Inter American involvement.
Wily Vem Armitage, professional producer, outlined ahead details for the centennial birthday meeting and related plans. He met with Centennial division pendents and John B Ropers Producing Co representatives to discuss progress reports, publicity, and ticket sponsorship while noting staffing changes and upcoming caravans to publicize the event.
Blair estate probate records indicate an estate value surpassing $110,000 with rent and personal property valued at about $8,000 and higher. Jointly held securities to be inventoried later, with Miss Blair’s residence listed as 603 North Center Street.
Fragmentary OCR passage mentions a wall section described as having an “old look” while mellow, with Erie-flem involved in a jury process. The readable text hints at ongoing preparations for a July centennial period and comments on aesthetic aspects of the wall.
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