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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1959
Page
1
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School directors in LOFTY Area Jointure last night approved the largest budget in its history, totaling 859 600 dollars, with Corry district budgets at 683 088 dollars. Salary increases for Superintendent William Redemeyer and Business Manager S E Anderson boosted totals, amid concerns from rural directors about funding and potential state aid realignment. Administrators statewide await legislative action to resolve a tax program amid budget impasse.
The Corry Area Jointure ratified budgets totaling 859 600 for 1959 1960. Corry’s share is 512 035 with a two mill property tax hike to 14 and a 7 per capita tax while the wage levy stays at 0 5. Other districts including Columbus Concord Wayne Spring Creek Bigin and local townships face varied tax changes to meet school outlays. State mandates drive much of the tax hikes with hopes for relief from bills like HB 1108 to adjust teaching unit costs.
Police assist in search for two teenage girls reported missing since yesterday. Mrs Tra Johnson of Sixth Avenue reported her daughter Carol, 15, did not return home, said to be with Rachel Long, 16, of Marion Street. They were last seen yesterday morning and believed to have gone to a nearby camp.
A cloudburst sent 8 to 10 feet of water down St. Joseph north side main street flooding a business residential district. One body, William M. Thomas, was found four blocks from his car. other deaths unlikely but daylight may reveal more casualties. Four inches of rain in an hour caused huge property damage as water receded rapidly.
Corry school district filed suits to recover about 8000 in overdue per capita taxes. The first 38 suits were handed to aldermen Cobbet and Porter Auer for hearing notices. Delinquent taxpayers face an extra 9.40 assessment plus 7 tax and 35 cent penalty, totaling 16.75. The delinquent roundup last occurred in 1984. future collections will be annual with notices on overdue status.
Jamestown IAM members walked out from Art Metal Construction and Crescent Tool, totaling about 2,100 workers after a yearlong contract. Art Metal seeks a revision of a long standing premium wage plan, claiming some staff earn nearly full daily pay for half a day. Office staff and Crescent Tool unions plan to honor picket lines while negotiations remain open.
The Washington tour for Corry signed for Washington D C opens to seventh and eighth grade students after near full capacity. With a 22 passenger total needed, officials may adjust pricing and open remaining slots to younger students if reservations rise. Jerry Lane notes fare depends on full load and reservations from the lower age group will help determine if the three day event proceeds.
City Council moves to accept Sewer Authority pick James A Armstrong Jr as auditor after Ralph Foster's resignation. No decision on Armstrong as city auditor. Mayor Kinley asks Raymond Weber to set salary. City audit slated for June 1. About 1624 to cover bond issue legal fees and postage. council planned 2000. Parking lot oil needs and sidewalk bids eyed. planning commission agenda quiet. Mead Park mower loaned for park use.
Five major plants granted adults time off for the final TB testing phase in Corry. Eva Kepler, school nurse, says the gesture aids swift completion. Close contacts of reactors are being urged to undergo examinations. the Corry District Office will host the wind-up. Medical notes show TB incidence was very low, but the final phase remains essential.
Voters headed to 8,964 polling places to nominate candidates for the State Supreme Court. Most races feature unopposed Republican and Democratic candidates, with nominations also for mayoral races in Philadelphia and Pittsburgh and numerous county and local posts. Judge Michael J. Eagen of Lackawanna County sought GOP support against Blair P. Gunther as Superior Court candidates ran locally. The article notes Daylight Voting and broad statewide interest in primary outcomes.
Western foreign ministers outlined a counter strategy to Soviet moves on the German peace settlement. They would discuss four Soviet proposals as separate issues but keep the overall package intact. France and West Germany urged firm stance while Gromyko might try to exploit Western rifts. Continued on Page Eight.
Polls opened at 7 pm as rain and cloudy skies kept Corry residents away. Councilmen Guy Abbey J Dearing and City Treasurer Carlton Smith faced no opposition, while a five way Republican bid for school director drew minimal campaigning. Democratic candidates Mrs John T Williams and Dr Merle Amy were unopposed. Overall turnout appeared extremely light.
President Eisenhower asked Congress to approve agreements with Britain and France to develop atomic weapons and submarines. The pacts transfer nonnuclear parts, weapons systems, and materials for research and production, with enriched fuel sales planned for an atomic powered submarine project. Both agreements auto enact in 60 days unless vetoed.
Charles J Goebel a 28 year old University of Rochester physics professor was charged with second degree manslaughter after authorities say he threw six year old Michael Borce to the ground startling an accident that caused a stick to strike the boy in the head Goebel said he became enraged when he saw the youngster pushing and teasing his son He is free on five thousand dollars bail and apologized for the tragedy
Erie Railroad freight train derailed with thirty seven cars Sunday blocking two main tracks. Temporary trackage enabled traffic yesterday but officials warn it could take weeks to clear the wreck and restore full service.
A family boating trip on the Green and Colorado rivers ends in tragedy as a couple, Frank A. Rich and his wife aged 65 and 64 from Lakewood Village, Calf, are missing after their pleasure boat capsized in Colorado River rapids. The Richs’ son Delbert F. Rich and daughter-in-law were rescued. investigators seek the fate of the missing couple as search efforts continue along the rugged canyon walls.
City Council, lacking its solicitor, postponed most business last night. A petition from East Mall Street area residents urged tearing down or repairing the Chelr factory and removing hazards. Merrill Patterson, owner, agreed with the petitioners and favored demolition or renovation for the two west front buildings.
Council approved two curb cut requests by John Fenton and William A. Leaby to widen driveways for better access amid heavy traffic and a six car garage plan. It denied two sign erection requests including Leo Heberlein’s for a site on North Center street and referred a church sign matter to the Zoning Board due to residential zoning rules. Margaret O'Brien to wed Hollywood art student Robert Allen.
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