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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 1966
Page
1
Vague notice describes a two bathroom single family home for sale in a state with standard amenities. The property includes a bedroom and expandable features. Asking price cited as 2205 dollars with monthly payments around 211 dollars, 67 cents. Contact details reference a person named Sman.
Washington AP The House prepares for a close vote on Johnson's massive slum rehabilitation plan for selected cities amid amendments that would cut operating funds and limit the program. Senate action aims to clear multiple major bills before adjournment as lawmakers consider timing for Social Security increases and tax incentives in the broader anti inflation push. A Ways and Means move orders drafting legislation for study, signaling possible action before adjournment.
In New York a Malawi delegation official’s wife, Olive M Mwalilino 24, hurled her two children from an 18th floor window and then jumped to her death in the courtyard. Witness Cristodero 24 described her screaming as she dangled and finally fell. Police noted a bloody scene as the family resided in the apartment building earlier brought by police.
Pittsburgh AP Rep. Henry P. Otto criticizes the state Milk Control Commission for not creating an advisory Bureau of Consumer Affairs as ordered by the General Assembly last February. He says he will seek an injunction to halt price hearings in Pittsburgh unless the bureau is appointed.
Balloon campaign in Corry tomorrow around 10 AM weather permitting plans to release UF Oh balloons containing merchandise certificates worth 1 to 10 dollars totaling 62 dollars. Certificates valid until November 15 1966. Good Guys list Corry area merchants offering certificates to encourage United Fund participation.
A Panama man, year old, died after helping remove an injured deer that had been struck on the highway. George A. Daniels bled to death en route to Jamestown WCA Hospital from a lacerated jugular after being kicked in the throat by the deer as he tried to aid the animal. The driver, Gary L. Button, and passenger, Joseph Miktuk, attempted to summon a game warden, then Daniels returned to assist. Coroner Eckman called it accidental death. the scene was investigated by sheriff's office officials.
Washington AP report says House Ways and Means Committee favors advancing Social Security benefit boosts to begin Jan 1 1967 rather than waiting for Johnson’s proposed Jan 1 1968 start. Republicans and Democrats endorse studying immediate 8 percent raise financed without tax increases, amid pre election pressure and talks of broader changes next year.
A 13-year-old girl using a .22 rifle she found in her mother's bedroom shot and killed her 10-year-old sister Jan Carder while the children played at home in Philadelphia. Police say the weapon was taken from behind a chair and fired once, striking the victim in the chest.
A 29 year old man, who claims the wrongdoing involved his wife’s boyfriend, was taken into custody after a bogus $250 check passed at the Corry A&P. He was viewed by tellers at the Warren National Bank Tidioute Branch, where an account linked to his wife was noted. The man and a companion were arrested in the Wellsboro area following a cash warrant, then returned for a hearing and released before subsequent arrests by other authorities.
In Saigon the U S Military Command cites record bombing missions against North Vietnam and warns that bombing of the eastern end of the demilitarized zone may resume if infiltration continues. A Thunderchief shot down 70 miles northwest of Vinh as U S bombers hit infiltration routes near Dong Ha.
The Streets Department will collect leaves at curbside in disposable containers next Monday and Tuesday. Leaves go to the city dump to be burned, as officials cite smoke hazards. City Engineer David Johnson notes burning in residential areas violates state law and could reduce visibility, risking accidents.
Former President Dwight D. Eisenhower marked his 76th birthday at his Gettysburg area farm near the battlefield site. He planned part of the day at his office on the Gettysburg College campus, joined by his wife Mamie, staff, and immediate family.
Cincinnati mothers urge banning trick or treating after rapist strangler at large. Police boost to 9,000 officers with auxiliary force as residents plan an afternoon parade and city officials weigh restricting beggar’s night activities. The latest victim, Alice Hochhausler, 51, was raped and killed near her home.
Edward S. Swartz, candidate for governor on the Constitutional Party line, predicts his bid will hurt the Republicans more than the Democrats. He aims to draw votes from both parties and calls both Shafer and Shapp too liberal, disputing Shapp’s claim that Shafer supported Goldwater.
President Johnson said the Soviet Union might take an active part in ending the Vietnam war and voiced optimism about U.S.-Soviet détente while insisting Washington would not withdraw or pause military operations unless the enemy did. He urged Moscow to join negotiations and warned of political battles at home.
U S troops in Viet Nam reached 228000 this week, 1000 more than Korea’s peak in 1953, as McNamara toured Saigon. Pentagon projects keep arrivals near 15000 monthly with a year end around 370000, stoking debate on escalation. Sen Stennis predicts 500000 by end of next year. Architect Estus Bardwell, 68, longtime supervisor of Indiana University growth, died Wednesday.
A 2 year old Spartansburg boy was struck by a northbound Pennsylvania Railroad coal train near Spar tansburg Woolen Mills while chasing a dog. He suffered head and shoulder abrasions and is in fair condition at Corry Memorial Hospital. The mother and engineer assisted, and the Hayes ambulance treated him at the scene.
Harrisburg AP reports the partial real estate tax exemption for utilities dating to an 1825 Supreme Court decision remains debated. Governor candidate Milton Shapp calls for removal of the exemption, arguing Pennsylvanians alone do not tax all utility property while opponents claim revenue would fall.
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