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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1963
Page
4
The editorial opposes Governor Scranton's plan to spend 115 million on Interstate highways and 97.3 million on Tesser roads, arguing Pennsylvania cannot maintain existing roads while funding new ones. It questions luring industry with grand roads if upkeep fails, likening the plan to a destitute family adopting more children.
A centurion from Cherryvale Kansas claims reaching 100 years stems from avoiding smoking drinking and chasing women. He notes the claim may explain longevity but not the reason, in a remark published by the Cherryvale Republican.
New York AP report by Hal Boyle lampoons double talk with examples and light translations. The piece riffs on everyday phrases that mask insincerity and social pressure, poking fun at polite evasiveness in modern conversation.
The Corry Journal lists its address on West South Street with staff including Publisher George Semple, General Manager Hasbrouck, Advertising Manager Bergman, and Production Manager, detailing mail terms and subscription price. It notes inclusion of AP news service and permissions for reproduction and notices, with prices per year and per copy.
President Kennedy warns that tolerating concessions to Khrushchev could surrender vital security interests amid Cuba crisis tensions. Rome aides note post crisis leverage shifts, while Kentucky political moves bolster civil rights momentum.
Two airmen from Loring Air Force Base were killed in a two car crash near Presque Isle Maine. William W Witty 21 of Curtice Ohio and Curtis E Nice of Hagerstown Maryland died in the incident. Harold E Thivierge 25 stationed at Caswell Nike site was critically injured.
Jim Bishop reports on Paco Camino, the beautiful young torero, delivering a fearless performance in San Isidro week. Camino wins two ears after heroic moments, while El Vill and Jaime Ostos also star as Madrid roars. The piece ends with Camino’s stoic, hopeful gaze as the crowd presses for more.
Seven years after the war, reports describe British and Allied air raids and a German claim of Der Tag for June 22. Corry marks Memorial Day with a parade, honor roll unveiling, and speeches by Judge Elmer L. Boane. Local police note license violations tied to the holiday parade and warnings during the OPA driving ban.
A woman's oral wish to alter a will cannot change its terms. Under the Pennsylvania Will's Act a will and any codicils must be in writing and signed by the testator. The daughter would not receive the intended home interest unless the change is written and signed. the administrator or executor is bound by the will's terms.
President Kennedy will be the first non Protestant to receive the Protestant Council of New York City distinguished service award. The 1963 award will be presented at a November 8 dinner in New York. The award honors service to human rights and democratic freedoms.
Veterans and local groups gathered for a quiet memorial in Corry as warm weather highlighted the day. Howard McCray, 16, drowned in the mill pond near Panama yesterday and funeral services were planned at McCray Church in Lovells Friday afternoon. William Armitage of East Main Street suffered a broken leg aiding in moving a building near East Branch. Mrs. Louise Matteson died at Corry Hospital. The senior class party at Robert Alam's Lovells home drew about 25 attendees. Mrs. Laura Steen, 73, widow of Lamont Steen Sr., died at her home after months of suffering.
In St Louis 55 grandchildren gathered to celebrate Harry Hill's birthday. The event noted Hill has 10 living children and one son who died in World War II. The oldest grandchild is 17. no great grandchildren are reported. Hill's wife died in 1949.
A humorous Irish tale compares fate to car failures and urges drivers to maintain transmissions. It notes many transmission problems stem from rough shifting and neglect, advising gradual gear changes and regular service to avoid costly repairs.
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