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Prolific Erie Region News Covers Fires, Accidents, and Local Events
Albert Fox reports an unknown prowler entered his home on East Church Street while he was away at work but left without disturbance. Police suspect a window peeper in the area as muddy footprints are found inside. A freight train near Sheffield crossing collided with a stalled truck driven by J. H. Allman of Altoona, causing damage to the vehicle and track. Darryl Hellyer, 4, is in critical condition after being struck by a car on a Lawrence Park road, suffering a fractured skull and severe back injuries. Gasoline prices may rise in Corry due to higher Pennsylvania crude oil prices. Lightning destroyed a home in Espyville, sparing only the bedroom. A mysterious late-night phone call to local officials is traced to a Youngsville woman and will lead to disorderly conduct citations. Grandma Anna Parsons, 13, of Wilcox, has been discharged after a long hospital stay for a hip fracture. Republicans hold a large lead over Democrats in the 28th District. Erie Railroad workers receive a wage increase of 15.5 cents. Extended weather forecast calls for mild temperatures with scattered showers. Corry Water Supply Company completes a new line project along Colin bus avenue. The death investigation of Mrs. Richard Cotton continues. State and local officials prepare for a crop blight affecting potato growers. Poliomyelitis cases rise in Jamestown area, with several clinics planned. Deliveries for flat-rolled steel are delayed, with equipment installation pushed to mid-next year. The Stanford Hose picnic will feature a charity softball game and a large turnout. John Phelps, 2 years 10 months, is receiving treatment for a mild paralysis in Erie. The Waterford Hose Co. plans to purchase new firefighting equipment.