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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 09, 1960
Page
4
Corry Journal edition recalls Yesterday's memories of Corry with local notes and historical reflections. The piece reflects on community life, notable figures, and past events shaping Corry, Pennsylvania, as readers reminisce about a familiar hometown.
British air raids hit Munich on the night following Adolf Hitler's commemorative beer hall putsch anniversary speech in which he vowed Germany would be prepared for the future as never before. Berlin sources note the speech concluded before the Royal Air Force attack. In Pennsylvania, towns debate parking meters amid protests, while City Council refuses to resign the solicitor and hospital appeals for indigent care funding. The indigent hospitalization cost runs about $3,000 annually, with state aid limited, prompting municipal support discussions.
National Capital Housing Authority workers in Washington celebrate soon washing the agency’s seven year unwashed windows. Dispute over who should pay for the wash and for paint of offices left seven years without upkeep.
Majur C L Alexander published a volunteer proclamation calling for Armistice Day observance in the city. The Eagle team, built by Merk fr Sweet Hearth Powers and Clark, defeated the Keystone Midgets in a fast game at Arcidyust ovens. At the Board of Education meeting, Sam Siveul was unanimously elected to fill the unexpired term of Baslow.
About 50 workers in the Warren area have been laid off amid slack demand and near term plant slowdowns. Sylvania Electric Products may release eight to ten thousand workers unless absorbed into other departments. Delux Metal Products Co and Pittsburgh Des Moines Steel Co also report production slowdowns. Employers say recalls could occur within a year if conditions improve.
Union City man Clarence Sehlifiger was awarded the three year garbage collection contract after bidding four proposals. The monthly payment is 3634 and either party may cancel on 90 days written notice. Sehlifiger pledged not to use borbukl facilities for disposal and to provide proper service.
The Corry Ministerial Association held a Monday session at the Abbey Reformed Church with Rev. Elmer Ortner introducing Gordon Creighton and W A Oviatt. Discussion covered Protestant clergy, Bible donations to the hospital and YMCA, and plans to hold the Easter cantata again during Holy Week. The group also planned a Salvation Army tour next month and heard about obscene literature by Mrs. Frank McKnight and Rev. Burkett Smith.
Titusville residents backed a charter commission to study government forms. The vote was 963 yes to 378 no for electing a nine member commission to study the mayor council, city manager, or commission forms and to consider a new charter with recommendations. Next year sees candidate filings for the commission.
Titusville City Council plans stricter enforcement against commercial establishments in residential zones. Mayor Sonne asked the clerk to verify existing sites after a West End resident reported a new used car dealer aims to open nearby. City records were to be checked for current zoning compliance.
Bradford City Council discussed a 45-woman petition calling for a teen curfew. Officials plan a closed meeting with petitioners, police, social experts and school staff to review youth welfare and possible curfew. The mayor doubtfully supports a curfew given low local delinquency and stresses parental responsibility.
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