24 Sep 1977
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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 24, 1977
Page
1
Officials in multiple counties navigate a contested election process amid uncertain rules and delays. A candidate appeals for clarity as the stakes rise for conduct, timelines, and certification. Local reporters note party signals and procedural tensions shaping the race.
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A Journal feature contrasts New York rental costs with Corry’s. The New York Times cites studio to three bedroom ranges from 360 to 895 dollars monthly, while Corry averages run 60 to 185 dollars for various units. Landlords blame rising property taxes and utilities, with some subsidized housing creeping in as demand stays high and vacancies stay tight.
CS Corry Jamestown Corp used PSU PENNTAP to evaluate gas drilling, maps, and geology, concluding it would cost too much to drill. The study saved about $6,000 at net cost, leading CJ to install a $250,000 propane heating system to ensure reliable heat for the plant and workers.
Washington AP reports the White House asks Congress to delay the retirement age bill by one year as business and education groups press to slow the shift from 65 to 70. The House already passed a 70 retirement limit for private workers and immediate effect for federal workers.
Last night about 700 people filled the Erie Hilton to mark seven years of the Greater Erie Community Action Committee. Benjamin L. Hooks, NAACP director, spoke and several Erie leaders received service awards, including Corry Mayor Mary Anh Kibler for her humanities work. Louis Tullio presented the plaque. Hooks urged black and white unity and unity in the nation. He leads the NAACP after Roy Wilkins and is linked to Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. Officials noted GECAC’s growth and broad agency support.
In Tacoma two negligent homicide cases drew starkly different penalties. Mark Sankey got 10 days for killing three after running a red light, while Earl Devette received 10 years for a head on crash killing two. Protests outside the County City building decry perceived justice disparities. Families of all five victims supported probation recommendations, sparking renewed legislative focus on sentencing discretion.
Albany State University officials face subpoenas over alleged mild electric shock and psychology tests on hundreds of students children and others without proper supervision or informed consent. Health department halted the experiments and will hold hearings next month.
A federal judge issued a temporary restraining order directing the University of California to admit Rita Clancy, a 22 year old Russian immigrant, to UC Davis medical school. The move challenges the 16 of 100 minority reserved seats and aligns with ongoing Bakke litigation before the Supreme Court.
A local burglar smashed a plate glass window at Skat Service Station on East Columbus Avenue entering the office. He took 50 cents in change and $2.70 in gasoline, injuring himself in the act as blood and hair were found on the broken glass. Police say the 6 am scene had blood spatter and the station manager valued the damage but not the loss. Police continued the investigation today. Separately, Glenn A Kerr, 23, of 112 Lemon Street was charged with public drunkenness after passing out on the sidelines at the football game last evening, described as extreme intoxication.
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