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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

May 19, 1967

Page

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US Marines invade DMZ area amid heavy fighting

In a major move, about 5,500 U.S. Marines and South Vietnamese forces crossed into the southern half of the demilitarized zone. Initial reports say 12 Marines killed and 202 wounded, with 162 enemy killed in the first 24 hours. Marine officers in Da Nang report 16 Marines killed and 40+ wounded under North Vietnamese artillery fire.

U.S South Vietnam U.S. 4Th Infantry Division Central Highlands Demilitarized Zone North Vietnam United States Saigon Navy John Lengel Dong Ha

Time Of Dodd Censure Vote Left Up In Air

Senate leaders have left a decision on Sen. Thomas J. Dodd's appeal for more time to prepare his defense against a censure for financial misconduct. Supporters and opponents debated delaying action, drawing comparisons to Adam Clayton Powell's House seating dispute. Senator Long urged delay, calling Dodd a "fine white man" while defending procedural fairness amid a 116,083 dollar diversion finding.

Dodd Washington Senate Thomas J. Dodd House Adam Clayton Powell Russell B. Long Powell Long D-La Connecticut Democrat

Railroads Seek Emergency Freight Rate Increase

Railroads ask the Interstate Commerce Commission for an emergency freight rate hike averaging 3 to 3.5 percent, aiming to cover an estimated 308 million dollars in rising labor costs. Eastern carriers report 129 million in higher labor costs, with South lines among those joining 316 others. A union spokesman urged Congress to intervene as hearings on compulsory settlement proceed amid a looming June 19 nationwide strike deadline.

Washington South Eastern and Western Interstate Commerce Commission Ice East House Commerce Committee Congress

Hospital Needs and Appeal Q A

Government pays one third of the cost with $361 667 and Medicare from Social Security taxes funds. If you cannot pay your pledge due to work loss or move you will not be sued and pledges may be canceled or deferred. Doctors, nurses, and hospital staff all pledge support to the fund drive as part of the hospital team.

Board of Trustees

Shafer Revenue Plan Likely Delayed Until After Memorial Day

Harrisburg AP reports Governor Shafer may postpone presenting tax proposals to the legislature beyond next week. A spokesman said the revenue plan is more likely to be unveiled after Memorial Day, delaying a long awaited program.

Harrisburg Shafer

Search For 3 Missing Boys Called Off

The search for three missing Hannibal boys was discontinued after a weeklong hunt failed to uncover a clue. Joey Hoag 13 Billy Hoag 11 and Craig Dowell 14 were last seen with a shovel and flashlights likely exploring a cave. Volunteers were told to return home after traveling long distances to help.

Hannibal, Mo Hannibal Joey Hoag Billy Hoag Craig Dowell

Center Street Crossing Closes For Rail Repairs

Center Street crossing of the Erie Lackawanna Railroad will be closed from Monday 7 a.m. through Tuesday late afternoon for repairs with Edward Bolmer, local E L agent, noting crews will work on one line at a time. Open by Tuesday night with the same schedule planned for the following week on the eastbound tracks.

Center Street Erie-Lackawanna Edward Bolmer E-L Bolmer

Johnson Maintains Vietnam Policy Aims Amid Support Shift

President Johnson defended keeping U.S. forces in Vietnam until an honorable settlement. He noted few favor unilateral withdrawal, and warned no change in objectives while stressing patience. He addressed Great Society gains, budget questions, and nuclear talks alongside personal news about Luci Nugent’s pregnancy.

Washington Johnson U.S Vietnam Luci Nugent Luci Pat Senate North Vietnam House United States United Nations

Apollo program manager resigns at Cape Kennedy

Maj. Gen. John G. Shinkle Apollo program manager at Kennedy Space Center resigns for personal reasons effective May 31. The move comes after the Apollo 1 tragedy and may leave the post unfilled. Observers say plans are developed and emphasis will shift to launch operations management.

Apollo Cape Kennedy Fla Kennedy Space Center John G. Shinkle National Aeronautics and Space Administration Shinkle

Bills Change Police Powers and Pensions for Corry

Legislation on Corry and Erie third class cities heads for House action next week. Proposals would let councils appoint special school police near schools with full police powers under the mayor, a widow may receive retiree benefits if her husband dies on the job, redefine firemen's pension board composition, and end advertising exemptions for patent products in third class city bidding.

Corry Erie House of Representatives Board of Managers

Milk Price Hike Imminent for Pittsburgh Area

Harrisburg AP reports the State Milk Control Commission planned to issue a price order today covering 13 county Pittsburgh milk market area. Insiders widely predicted the order would raise milk prices by 2 rents per quart in the region.

Harrisburg State Milk Control Commission Pittsburgh

The Big Man Commuter Bandit Strikes Again in Pittsburgh

Pittsburgh police and FBI agents seek the so called Big Man, the commuter bandit who has robbed 16 Pittsburgh banks for about 171 593 across 50 years. His latest heist netted 19 700 as he melted into midday traffic. He is described as 40 to 57, 200 to 240 pounds, with a barrel chest and blue eyes, often wearing work clothes. He notes to calm tellers with a quick injury, a note demanding quiet and swift action.

Pittsburgh PBI

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