Soblen Tries To Take Own Life
London AP report says Dr. Robert A. Soblen poisoned himself minutes before deporation to the United States. He was rushed to Hillingdon Hospital and found unconscious with barbiturate overdose, delaying his return to a U.S. prison for life for leaking wartime secrets to the Soviet Union.
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Iste
Yakima
Wash
Barry Goldwater
H-Arix
Union
Cuba
Latin America
Russia
Area Highway Crash Damage In Big Dip Area
Corry substation reports August traffic data show 14 accidents in August and 32 in July. Injuries totaled 16 for July and August, with property damage dropping from 19300 in July to 7090 in August. Officers logged 175 patrols in August and 186 the prior month, 189 traffic arrests, and 91 calls for assistance. No stolen property was reported or recovered. one criminal arrest occurred during 15 investigations.
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Milway
C. W. Irwin
Corry
Irwin
Corry Guardsmen To Fire Weapons At Field Day
Corry unit of the First Battle Group Pennsylvania National Guard will stage four weapon demonstrations Sunday at the Corry Rod and Gun Club field day. Guardsmen will fire dummy rounds with the 61 mm mortar not loaded. A seven man detail will operate the 30 caliber machine gun Browning automatic rifle and M 1 rifle alongside the mortar. Infantry demonstration set for 4 p m amid annual sportsmen day activities at the Gun Club grounds.
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Corry
Pennsylvania National Guard
Clits
James Naedueel
Cli Grotnds
Co Tarts
Interim Librarian Named Amid Schedule Overhaul
The Corry Library Board hired an interim librarian, Ruth Myers, to serve until a permanent hire is found. The board also announced an expanded schedule of 32 hours weekly with new hours and a temporary $2 per hour wage. Overdue books may be returned without fines until September 1. The appointment follows the resignation of Mrs Porter Auer and includes handling applications through Attorney William Pellier.
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Paull Meerchnk
Corry Area
Thomas. R. Shupe
S. E. Anderson
Robert Tunnel
William Peiffer
Marion Smith
William Hall
David MacKenzie
Mercury Plunges Across Pennsylvania Frosts Record Lows
Ten per cent temperatures dropped across the state with Philadelphia recording a record low for the date at 48 degrees. Kane reported 28 degrees, Blairsville 4, and Pittsburgh lower readings. The Weather Bureau noted Philadelphia’s low as the coldest for this date in fall, with St. Marys and Kane among the frigid spots in the state.
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AL Philipsburg
Blairsville
Pittsburgh
Weather Bureau
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Kane
Crowded Corr y Public Schools Face Overload
Corry public schools report rising pupil load with 2850 students, most overcrowding at Columbus and Conelway. Fourth and fifth grades at Columbus run 44 and 45 per room, about 50 percent over recommended 30. Board plans pending Monday meeting to discuss solutions including shifting students to Wright School. Superintendent Shupe cites need for three more classrooms for Concord Elgin and Wayne township. Columbus already drafting building plans for next year’s opening. Attendance totals show Columbus 230, Concord 226, Conelway 210, Harding 41, Wright 583, Junior High 751, Senior High 611.
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Thomas Shupe
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Conelway
Shupe
Concord
Elgin
Wayne Township
Harding
Wright
Bakery Truck Driver Saves Infant Life
Ariinsville man David Alcorn, a Warner's Bakery driver, rescued a 4‑month‑old Sanford baby from drowning in a bathtub. He performed artificial respiration after the child’s mother alerted him. the infant was described as very good at Corry Memorial Hospital after admission at 1:50 p.m. yesterday. A neighbor carried the infant to the hospital for treatment and observation.
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Ariinsville
Sanford
Corry Memorial Hospital
Titusville
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Warner's Bakery
Joseph Obrok
Pittsfield
County Adopts Expedited Tax Claim Form for Assessments
The county plans to speed claims for assessment changes by using a standardized form. When property owners fill the form it becomes a request for change of assessment and describes the property and reasons. The board says the form will be sent to owners who contacted the assessment office and aims to reduce errors from verbal claims.
Tragic crash claims Danville man in Frackville intersection
In Frackville Pennsylvania a collision yesterday killed David Stump 50 of Danville. Deputy coroner Dr Otto Miller said Stump died from internal injuries after being thrown against the steering wheel following the crash at a street intersection.
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David Stump
Danville
Otto Miller
Schuykill County
Stump
Local News Stands Sell Spice Novels Amid Demand
A journalist and Perry Garrett of Warren News Co report that Churchill’s The Gathering Storm and John Gunther Inside Europe join Andersonville and other spicy titles on Corry newsdealer racks. Vendors blame public taste and media, while a city official seeks answers.
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MacKinlay Kantor
Corry
Tf. J. Jordan
Jordan
Willams Kane
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Perry Garrett
Warren News Co
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Smull
Philip Zalzneck
Harley Drake
Spt
Frank Carnogie
Blyth
Churchill
Gunther
Hanter
Jourist
Hase
Soviet note on Berlin signals bitter propaganda stance
Western officials view the Soviet Atest note as a sharp propaganda blast likely signaling new moves in Berlin. The note demands a German treaty ending the occupation and hints Khrushchev may seek a separate East German pact, complicating four power talks and Western access rights.
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Soviet Union
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State Department
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West Germany
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Cuban Buildup by Reds Affects U S Elections
Washington AP reports political ferment over the Soviet Cuba buildup shaping congressional campaigns. Republicans condemn administration inaction as missiles and combat equipment arrive. Senate leaders caution against exploiting the issue while public concern grows.
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Washington
Cuba
Buried 7 560 Quake Victims in Iran Dead Toll to Rise
Report from Iran's Red Lion and Sun Red Cross states 7 960 quake victims buried in 31 villages with 26 618 survivors reported alive. Death toll from last Saturday's quake is expected to exceed earlier estimates as hospitals in Tehran overflow with injured.
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Soviet Space Setbacks Prompt U S Contention Over Mars Venus
Space officials report the Soviet Union failed in six Mars and Venus missions, with only a Venus probe in 1961 nearing success. Webb’s letter to Congress summarizes the Soviet misadventures while the Kennedy administration reiterates no orbiting weapons program and rejects space arms race.
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Hye
Mars
Venus
Mariner
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iMeht
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James E. Webb
National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Congress
Webb
Freelina
United Stas
White House
Roswell L. Gilpatric
Gilpatric
South Bend
Ind
Dean
United States
Space leader blasts critics over Russia space feat
Rep George P. Miller chairing the House Space Committee push back at Monday morning quarterbacks who fear a Soviet double spaceflight. He argues the U.S. military space program remains strong with a 1.5 billion dollar annual budget focused on warning satellites and reconnaissance systems.
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Washington
George P. Miller
D-Calif
House Space Committee
Russia
Miller
U.S
Vandals Damage Ii Ball Park At Mead Park
Meade Park vandalism damages base dugout doors and restrooms at Olin Brackenfield Mead Park. repairs estimated around 250 dollars. Police investigating while a 250 dollar reward reten for information leading to vandals identity is offered by the Elk Club and the journal. About 1 000 people attend a conference praising former Philadelphia mayors Dilworth and Clark.
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Olin Brackenfield
Mead Park
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Clib
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Park
Philadelphia
Richardson Dilworth
U. S
Joseph Clark
Dilworth
Erie County Body Withdraws From Creek Dam Fight
A Erie County group withdrew plans for a dam on French Creek near Union City last week citing changes to the Army Corps project. The Upper Frenich Greek Improvement Association sent a resolution endorsing the Army Buint plat to Rep Caroll De Kearns, noting a gated dam modification may be considered after approval. The plan aims to retain water during floods and provide a year round recreation and conservation resource.
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Erie County
French Creek
Union City
Caroll de Kearns
Army
Dany
Five Men Killed As Crane Boom Falls At Campus Site
A crane boom collapsed at a university construction project yesterday. Five workers died and two were injured when the boom bucket detached and toppled. The crane operator claimed the bucket shifted unexpectedly. News notes also mention a tropical storm causing deaths and damage in Asia.
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