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20 Sep 1977
Page 1
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 20, 1977
Page
1
A damaged OCR fragment mentions red and central references and unsettled seating. It lacks clear names, dates, places, or events to identify a specific person or incident.
A reflective feature profiles a traveler named D who shares views on balancing tour life with daily labor. The piece highlights personal motivations, daily routines, and the influence of work on travel choices.
House Speaker Thomas P. O Neill expressed confidence in Bert Lance and said his future hinges on the President and Lance. He noted the issue was not a House matter after a White House meeting with Carter. White House press secretary Powell said a decision had not been made and Carter and Lance would decide together. The Senate committee closed nine days of hearings with doubts about a final report. An AP poll showed 38 percent want Lance to resign while 35 percent want him to stay.
At a brief City Council meeting tensions rose between Councilman Calderone and Councilman Schwab over the planned community elderly center. Calderone pressed for a concrete operations and budget plan, while Barbara Mack cited ongoing program development and staffing uncertainties. A motion to adjourn ended the heated exchange as other routine items were approved.
PennDOT resurfacing drew praise for West Washington street and several rural segments, but berms remain 6 to 8 inches below road surfaces. County highway superintendent Vincent Kennerknecht cites separate backfill timing and weather as causes. Crews plan to backfill after Route 5, Route 8, and Waterford work, then Sciota road, Plank road, and Corry Beaverdam road, weather permitting. Route 6 sluice near Corry Auto Auction prompted large-fill needs to protect a bridge.
Victor the 18 foot tall giraffe died from shock during a Royal Navy crafted lift at Marwell Park Zoo in England. The 15 year old animal had been unable to stand since Thursday after attempting to mate and was hoisted in a canvas sling to restore circulation. A veterinarian confirmed death by shock and an autopsy was planned.
Lake City officials estimate tornado damage could reach five million dollars after destruction along a 75 yard path. Dozens of buildings were damaged or destroyed including Elk Valley Elementary School where 960 pupils faced suspension. Emergency teams tally roof loss at Parker-White Metal Co. plant and widespread home damage in a two block area. National Weather Service teams surveyed the scene and preliminarily attributed the devastation to a tornado.
State police continue investigation into a fatal auto accident near Canadohta Lake involving Trooper Richard Gambino. Cecil Harrison, 4, of Titusville, died when a vehicle carrying him was struck broadside by Gambino’s cruiser. Authorities note no skid marks or brake failure. Gambino’s velocity at impact about 30 mph. he is on disability leave and the crash may involve a prescribed medication. Investigators will interview a doctor who recently treated Gambino for a nerve condition.
A federal court heard allegations of an illegal scheme to secure a city contract with 775000 dollars in payoffs sourced from a Swiss bank account and other illicit payments. The procedural details were disclosed Monday in Chicago.
City streets crew fights gravel entry from berm deposits near the waterworks sluice. PennDOT berm work blamed for gravel entering the sluice during heavy rain. Winter snow and ice will worsen the already difficult driving in the steep ditch area. Appeals to PennDOT yield no response.
Readers are urged to share issues for the Sound Off column. Call 665-8291 between 5 and 9 tonight to raise concerns to be brought to public attention.
Senate Military Affairs panel resumes hearings as it probes former Adjutant General aay J. Mier for using National Guard aircraft for personal trips. He pleaded guilty to one embezzlement charge and was fined $1,000. federal prosecutors held 29 more indictable counts but chose a plea deal.
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