02 Oct 1962
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1962
Page
1
Readable fragments describe steel ore, 100 shillings, refinishing ban g all s, hard erfuls at building of West ets, ad d stoves. No clear event or individuals emerge from the damaged text.
An auction notice appears with cryptic lines referencing contact Sut and Ment 443 Ato1. The readable fragment lists 828 tf and a street address, suggesting a location tied to a sale or bid, but details are incomplete and uncertain.
NASA reported improving weather as Walter M. Schirra Jr and backup pilot Leroy Gordon Cooper prepared for a planned six orbit mission. Tropical storm Daisy was shifted away from the third orbit landing area and could affect the second orbit if it quickened, but overall launch conditions remained favorable.
The initial papers for George L. Pease appeal to the Pennsylvania Supreme Court have been prepared and are on their way for his signature. Ex Millcreek teacher Pease seeks reversal of a Hile County Court decision upholding his firing by Millcreek Township School Board after he refused to take students bowling on professional grounds. The praecipe form will place the appeal on the high court list, with a possible winter hearing in Pittsburgh. The record is vast, with 700 pages of documents, and editing aims to print only the most pertinent parts to avoid a $2,100 publishing bill.
Detectives in Allegheny County arrested Dr. Benjamin King 43 of Duquesne, Dr. Oliver King a dentist, and Paul Ringbolt of Aliquippa on charges of performing an illegal abortion on a 21 year old woman. The event allegedly occurred September 21 in Duquesne when the woman later became ill and was hospitalized.
City Council and Corry School Board debate paying Fuller as income tax receiver with 3 percent fee or $5,000 minimum and a proposed 4 percent or $6,000 minimum, plus a four year contract. Fuller cites rising costs and points to a survey of 45 communities showing fees vary widely. council seeks justification and long term value.
City Council unanimously votes to purchase the Lawrence Thomas property for 9000 dollars in five yearly installments with 44 percent interest. Opening Clinton Street would create westbound access to Mott Street from the National Bank of Corry drive in area, easing potential congestion but raising questions about street width and parking on Mott. Streets director proposes widening the east side by six feet and suggests bank participation in land costs due to benefit to the bank and nearby businesses.
White Street curb and street paving project, a joint state city effort, runs about three fourths complete with Mayer Brothers Construction of Erie handling the curb work. Streets director J R Dearing said state officials want Mayer Brothers to finish their phase so paving can begin, but late curbing may push paving to next spring. He noted tree roots were damaged during curbing and six trees had to be removed, leaving residents with a dry surface for winter but unfinished paving.
Doc Waterhouse of Cor ey has been named Western Pennsylvania Legislative Campaign Director for the Republican party. He will moderate a forum in Erie Friday at 12 15 pm with notable speakers including incumbent county official Stanley Blair and Fors O Del Harvey McClure seeks Westside Assembly seat while Steve Anced and Jessie vie Eastside. Waterhouse has six House terms and previously served as Legislative Director for the state Republican party in 1958.
City safety director Ray Weber told council last night that the city will begin to address alleged inequities in sewer rental fees. He called for a series of meetings starting next Monday with officials including Roger Brown Carlton Smith and William Miller to review and investigate the overpayments noted in recent years.
Mrs Wickwire of Corry is recovering at Peter Brent Brigham Hospital Boston after a rare kidney transplant begun at 6 30 P M. Doctors called it a completely successful operation. The elder Wickwire said surgeons assured the family the patient would recover. Her son notified relatives of the outcome before midnight. She spoke with her husband for about 16 minutes post operation.
City meeting touches contract length as Councilman Ray Weber blunders about a future mayor. Weber says, We don't want a contract that tone. Mayor Zaleneck’s fate appears in question while the mayor dismisses fear with a firm reply.
Thompson Maple Products at 151 Maple Avenue plans to switch from solid bowling pins to laminated hollow pins, cutting output and laying off about 20 workers. Officials cite market shift to laminated pins and uncertain future operations as they explore changes to fit new pin needs.
Corry resident Bite Bite has been elected first vice president of the Western Division of the Pennsylvania Moose Association. The convention in Pittsburgh named Arthur Litz of East Main Street to post 1 and honored former Corry residents Piohdra Wagner of Erie as District 1 governor. Frank Debury of Corry received the Fellowship Center award and serves as joint district governor of District No 1.
A fatal crash in Soanstown Pennsylvania early today killed 35 year old Jack L. Sthman and left two others injured. Police and emergency responders arrived at the scene. investigators began examining the wreckage and interviewing witnesses.
Former Maj Edwin A Walker, once central to Mississippi segregation crises, is arrested on charges of leading an insurrection against the United States. Deputy Attorney General Katzenbach ordered the arrest after Walker led a student charge against federal marshals at the University of Mississippi and later appeared amid Oxford riots. He was jailed in Springfield Missouri after waiving a preliminary hearing and bail set at 40,000. A supporter, Ashland Burchwell, was arrested with arms and ammunition en route to Walker.
Mississippi Governor Ross Barnett, in a nationwide CBS speech, blames President Kennedy for desegregation violence at Ole Miss. He must purge civil contempt by a 11 a.m. deadline set by the U S Court of Appeals, facing possible imprisonment and a $10,000 daily fine. Lt. Gov. Paul Johnson faces a $5,000 daily fine if he does not purge by the same hour.
A Philipsburg couple escaped serious injuries when a small plane crashed on a farm about five miles northeast of Clearfield. Joby Knowles, 49, sustained two cracked ribs and facial injuries, while his wife Margaret, 47, had minor scratches and bruises. Knowles reported he was in the vicinity of Cleveford when he lost air speed.
Corry officials warn 60 residents over 16 must submit tax return forms to the wage and income tax collector under a city ordinance. A list of 23 nonfilers has been forwarded to the police magistrate for processing, with notices carrying additional costs.
Federal troops arrested more than a dozen people carrying weapons during the night as they tightened security around the University of Mississippi. James H. Meredith, 29, the centerpiece of the integration dispute, moved into an Oxford residence hall under guard with about 10 marshals escorting him to class. The operation showcased a massive federal military presence to safeguard the first known Black student at Ole Miss amid ongoing violence and political backlash.
Harrisburg AP The Pennsylvania Health Department renewed its warning about a potential influenza outbreak this winter. Secretary Charles J Wilbury urged immunization for people of all ages with heart or lung diseases. He warned the disease is more serious for those over 45 and for pregnant women.
Secretary of State Dean Rusk is expected to push Latin American actions to isolate and weaken Cuba, endorsing warnings to Fidel Castro’s regime about potential military action if it threatens U.S. or regional interests. The Inter-American Conference chaired by Rusk meets behind closed doors for two more days as Kennedy cautions against Cuban military threats.
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