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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1962
Page
1
The nation wide response to the Supreme Court prayer in schools ruling sparked renewed protests and arguments. Governors, religious groups and Congress weigh options as opponents call for amendments while supporters defend the decision as protecting religious freedom.
Reports say forces have increased near an island group, with analysts suspecting strategic pressure or defense enhancements. The statement notes continuing surveillance and possible preparations for broader actions in the region.
Blacktown authorities approve a telephone rate increase amid local discussions. Old Fashioned Register notes Mohawk area developments and community meetings. The text also mentions First Baptist DVBS closing with a Cascade picnic and missionary support for Central Africa.
City police investigated three accidents yesterday resulting in minor injuries to a small girl and two adults. Jil Brown, 44, of 619 Arlington Ave. was treated at New Castle Hospital after colliding with David Kerr, 28, of 236 Milbury St. at about 1:35 p.m. The girl sustained contusions to her left cheek. Charles Fornataro, 32, of 471 FE Washington St. sought treatment for neck and back pains after his car was rear ended on Milnut Grove at about 9:40 p.m. James G. Wheeler, 201 Locust St. was identified as the driver of the other car. A third accident involved a vehicle driven by Wenn Kirby, 29, of Pittsburgh, and a car waiting for a traffic light on Jefferson at North streets. Kirby’s car struck the rear of a car driven by J. Rosenberg, 15, of 116 N. Mil St.. the incident occurred around 4:00 p.m. yesterday.
Toastmasters held a June program with a lively session on Communism. Tromas Managan delivered an impromptu dedication address winning the table taps trophy amid an ovation. George Seyfert moderated, Mrod Heard was toastmaster, and evaluations were by John Theanpson, Walter Conover, and Riverson Davies.
A former president comments on a Supreme Court ruling about public school prayer. He emphasizes the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution, arguing the Declaration links to natural rights given by a Creator. The statement frames individual liberties as inherent, tied to founding documents.
Washington reports the Navy Medical Research Lab designed 6 inch thick stainless steel boats to deflect fragments from wearers. The boats are slated for issue to foot soldiers in minefields later this year.
A Commission study shows only two businesses remain operating on the development site while an elderly woman occupies a second floor apartment over a shop. Plans aim to relocate her as the authority moves to place the lone investment into public housing. City council approved a cooperation pact with the authority for the project as development of other downtown areas continues.
Jackson Knolls youth Don Guthrie son of Clyde Guhrie is under treatment at Cleveland Clinic Maspila after surgery. He remains a patient in the hospital in Cleveland.
The Defense Department granted Pennsylvania State University a major contract to expand research in high temperature crystal preparation and growth. Led by Dr. Rustum Roy and Dr. M F Bell, the project aims to develop a new research and education program on advanced materials for space age needs. The contract strengthens the university’s role in materials science and engineering.
Mrs Sarah Jackson died at 9 45 a m after a period of illness. The body was taken to William F DeCarbo Funeral Home 926 Cunningham Ave for arrangements. A complete obituary with funeral details will be announced Thursday.
Representative Francis E. Walter of Pennsylvania chair of the House Immigration Subcommittee warns that global refugee issues are worsened by resistance to Orientals and Africans in the United States. He notes European refugee preference is mirrored abroad and cites Philadelphia refugees study as context.
In Oslo a centenary celebration series issued by the Norwegian Sports Federation features a skier ice skater a tavern thrower and a sailboat. The New Castle Stamp Club met at the YMCA with Fred Gul presiding and a juniors workshop led by Mrs. Robert Mackey. Rob Craver of the Ohio Valley Stamp Club in Youngstown discussed the June 28 meeting. Judge John Ford will discuss His Caribbean trip and stamp slides will be shown. Assembly time 8 p.m. at the South Side Branch Wyoming National Bank Market St Youngstown. The New Castle unit will resume July 12 after a short break. WLP Regel of the Ellwood City Ledger will give a chalk talk and members may bring guests. Event at the YMCA at 16 p.m.
The new S2 unit Brinton WI federal housing project will be dedicated at 5 p m July 10. A dinner for officials participating in the ceremony will be held in the Elks Club following the affair. The Lawrence County Housing Authority continues to consider sites for the elderly C-unit project and advised city council that the strongest candidate will net the city 786 annually in lieu of taxes. The proposed project would have an assessed valuation of 345000 if returned to private ownership and taxed. Chairman Charles E McGrath says the site location remains confidential and may change as others are considered.
The American Field Service committee, chaired by Walter Couvyer, approves plans for foreign exchange students arriving in New Castle High School area around 7 p.m. July. Sixty seven students from twenty seven countries attend a 9 to 11 p.m. informal dance at the high school with Mike Isabella supplying music. A dedication of the United Nations Foundation is set for 10 a.m. on the Fourth of July. Local picnics are arranged in New Wilmington and Monet Jackson areas. eight students will stay with host families coordinated by Rev. Delbert E Jolley, president of the local AFS chapter.
In Waynesburg a six member Beaver County jury acquits James Fletcher of Bobtown on a murder charge linked to an ambush slaying in Oklahoma. Fletcher had faced a NC detainer from 1944 for a minor burglary and was freed after a lengthy trial pursued by attorney Marjorie Matson.
Eastern Airlines said it would raise domestic coach fares 6 percent starting in August to cover higher costs amid a pilot strike. The move follows similar notices by other carriers and aims to narrow the gap between coach and first class fares. Eastern cited increased diversion of passengers from first class to coach and the need for additional revenue to maintain operations.
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