14 Jan 1972
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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 14, 1972
Page
1
Andrew Sasiadek, aged 68, of 1213 Randolph Street, showcased a striking garden with colored potatoes white inside white beets white cucumbers and red tomatoes. The plant display highlights his green thumb and diverse produce.
A forecast warns of a cold wave tonight across Western Pennsylvania with high temperatures in the upper teens to mid 20s and subfreezing lows. Snow flurries are possible today and tonight with clearing and very cold conditions Saturday. Lake Erie winds rise and snow flurries or squalls are noted. Weather data includes 24 hour highs and lows, precipitation and Shenango River stage figures.
A January 14 1972 notice lists the deaths of Mrs. Robert Eagle 79 of RD 2 Miss Myrtle Campbell 82 of 126 E Edgewood Ave Mrs Dulcie J Cover 81 of Laurel Ave Mrs Sylvia Casmiri 86 of Pittsburgh Mrs Mary E Smith 60 of Ellwood City and William H Kirstatter 76 of Ellwood City with their local residences.
Mayor Francis J. Rogan wins council approval for Reynold DiLullo as fire chief Joseph Farris as police chief and Joseph J. Cozza as city treasurer Flannery casts the sole no vote on Farris citing qualifications and leadership concerns Cozza praised for potential savings and hours commitment DiLullo and Farris sworn in as families watch as exams set for lieutenant positions next Feb 22 records show ongoing review of candidates within police and fire departments
City Council endorsed the mayor's timetable for a citywide merit system by late 1972 or early 1973. The measure cites the administrative code as the basis for appointments and outlines steps including interviews for department heads and setting dates for merit board formation and final ordinance adoption.
Residents recall a wild day of shifting weather from mild sunshine to summer heat then strong wind. Golfers like John Wagner hit the courses as a mobile home park near Zoccoli’s on U S 422 West suffered damage. Late rain sleet and snow followed with freezing temperatures. Lori Matteo struggled with hair in the gusts while Marguerite Russo bundled up.
Lawrence County United Fund ended with 381179 raised, 96.4 percent of the goal, ranking in the top twenty of Pennsylvania United Funds. Campaign chair Marshall Hess cited volunteers, media support, and a 12 month impact for citizens despite obstacles like wage freezes and high unemployment.
The Pay Board voted eight to two to cap retroactive wage hikes at 7 percent, approving an 8.3 percent overall increase but slowing 17 cents to year two for aerospace workers. The ruling, tied to a Nixon era law, affects contracts with North American Rockwell, McDonnell Douglas, Boeing, Lockheed, and LTV Aerospace, while the Price Commission tightens utility rate-notification rules.
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