12 May 1989
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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1989
Page
1
Commonwealth Court Judge James Crumlish rejected a bid by Consumer Party leader Max Weiner to strike a local tax referendum from next week’s primary ballot. The decision foresees a court opinion later, with a page 7 continuation noted.
Retired Air Force Maj. Gen. Richard Secord faces a new nine count indictment accusing him of lying to congressional committees about profits from an arms enterprise aiding Iran and the Nicaraguan Contras. He previously faced six felony charges and is charged with obstruction of justice perjury and making false statements. The grand jury indictment was issued in Washington DC on April 7 and sealed to avoid prejudicing the North trial.
Lawrence County Jail warden Joseph F. Gregg announced disciplinary action against some corrections staff in connection with April 8 escapes. He plans to suspend at least three and will wait for a full investigative report before acting further as seven inmates fled, four remaining at large, including Terrence Sanchez, who was later arrested in Erie.
Washington UPI reports nearly 2,000 U.S. troops move toward Panama to safeguard citizens and press Gen. Manuel Noriega to quit power as OAS ambassadors convene in Washington for an emergency meeting.
President Bush wins swift bipartisan backing on Capitol Hill for military moves in Panama. Senate leaders Dole Byrd support measured steps, warning on troop use while urging clear limits to avoid intimidation. Wright Mitchell Foley Michel join in praising the president’s restraint and commitment to protecting U.S. personnel and citizens.
Susan Morgan reports the largest bust ever as more than 90 items were returned. About 30 items belonged to area schools and colleges while others lack markings. Some items may become donations or join a September or October book sale.
Terrance M. Sanchez, 41, was ordered by President Judge Glenn Mc Cracken Jr. to serve 11 to 22 years for rape and burglary. He was moved to Western Diagnostic and Classification Center in Pittsburgh with another inmate. He must pay costs of prosecution, with the sentence running consecutively to current terms.
County leaders and townships face delays in launching an enhanced 911 dispatch program. Councilman Gary Bonelli urged faster commitment and criticized consultant costs while noting Bell Telephone offered free guidance. He urged agreement on funding and location of the dispatch center.
May 12 1989 listings include Robert J. Eppinger 26 of Portersville Road Mrs John G Gallaher 75 of Port Orange Florida Mrs W E Maybray 66 of Indiana Pennsylvania Mrs Walter Nagel 79 of Venice Florida John T Newton Jr 69 of Ellwood City Freda Stillwagon 1707 Pennsylvania Avenue Gerald A Ward 73 of Mercer Road 6
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