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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 04, 1964
Page
4
In Crawford County the board of commissioners is accused of limited public presence beyond joint meetings with civic bodies. The piece argues the only visible service is tax collection via Corry’s city treasurer, while registration sites in Erie County are more accessible. The column laments lack of direct engagement with residents and hints at political favors to secure funding.
Hal Boyle reminisces about simpler times in Americana with playful vignettes from childhood. He recalls practical jokes on April Fool's Day, learning to tie shoes, hiding gum, late-night radio tunes, patchy stockings, and chasing neighborhood mischiefs, all contrasted with grownup debates and wartime memories.
A U S congressman from Harlem, Adam Clayton Powell, drew criticism for frequent travel abroad on taxpayer funds during Harlem race riots. The report notes trips to Geneva for an International Labor conference, with stops in Madrid and Athens, and mentions his secretary Corrine Huff and lack of full staff meetings.
A ceremonial city key from Billings Montana vanished with Lady Bird Johnson causing a furor over its value. Officials debated whether the key is worth 2500 dollars gold or 10.95 as claimed. Mayor Teaser dismissed the incident and LBJ's wife kept the piece. President Johnson consulted Gov. Carl Sanders on Humphrey’s campaign in the South.
Republican presidential nominee Barry M. Goldwater aims for three campaign stops in Pennsylvania with an extended schedule hinted by John E. Grenier. He likely will skip the October 29 state GOP fundraising dinner where Richard M. Nixon is slated as principal speaker at a $100 plate event per Craie Truax.
Union City residents may see changes as the Pennsylvania Railroad seeks approval from the State Public Utilities Commission to alter crossings at First Avenue Main Street High Street and Market Street. The request includes automatic flashing lights at Main and High streets at a cost of 20742 dollars, currently guarded by a 24 hour watchman.
Joseph Campesi, a pro for a year at Willowbrooke Golf Club in Hostraver Township, died in the club’s pro shop yesterday. He apparently suffered a heart attack.
Fragmentary newspaper notice from Corry Evening Journal listing advertising and publication details. Mentions National advertising representative and press deadlines, with partial names and agencies obscured.
Jim Bishop reports from Athens where Karen and Kathleen, two American girls aged 11 and nine, describe their dislike of European food aside from gazpacho and their sleep patterns. They recall savings of 30 and 40 dollars, a small loan between them, and remark on Europe’s beauty and the sight of ladies with fans.
Nationwide safety warnings flag a grim trend as 1963 estimates show 43,600 deaths and 3.46 million injuries from auto crashes. Projections for 1963–1972 foresee 425,000 deaths and $100 billion in costs. Seat belt studies claim over a third reduction in injuries with belts. 22 states and DC have front-seat belt laws, but driver responsibility remains the core issue.
Miss Blatt races to spotlight opponent Hugh Scott's Medicare vote as she challenges her Democratic primary win. In Pennsylvania, Scott opposed an amendment tying health care to Social Security benefits, though he backed the overall bill sent to the House, while Genevieve Blatt criticizes Scott and Goldwater for the stance.
A heated county meeting centered on the County Planning Commission as Mead urged its dissolution by month end citing costs of 122977 since 1958 and only partial reimbursements. He criticized lax work and consultant bills while Lay and Crippold argued over potential reform. The dispute touched on commissions, subdivision actions, and the health of citizens in national policy remarks.
A fragmented notice describes a September 16 dedication event in Corry for a Penn State dormitory project. It mentions leadership positions, local clergy, and a community conference as part of the proceedings, with attendees including Rev. Ze New P. and Rev. Bers ter, along with other named participants and families.
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