Pinegrove Herald from Pine Grove, Pennsylvania (2024)

Nixon-Agnew Team Wins Four More Years PRESIDENT NIXON VICE PRESIDENT AGNEW Republican Richard M. Nixon, with Spiro T. Agnew as his running mate, was reelected president of the United States on Tuesday, scoring an almost record-breaking victory over Senator George McGovern, Democrat. The president captured the electoral votes from 49 of the 50 states, losing only in Massachusetts and the District of Columbia. The tally stands at 521 electoral votes for Nixon to 17 for McGovern.

The president was not fortunate, however, in the U. S. Senate and House, both of which remain in Democratic control. In Pennsylvania, which went to Nixon, the two State fiscal offices were retained by Democrats, Robert Casey being reelected State Auditor General and Mrs. Grace Sloan being reelected State Treasurer.

This is the third term for Mrs. Sloan, the second for Casey. However, Republicans gained control of the State House of Representatives; but the State Senate is still in the Democratic column by a slight margin. U. S.

Congressman Gus Yatron in the 6th Congressional District overwhelmed his Republican challenger, Eugene Hubler, the Democrat winning almost 2 to 1. Pennsylvania Senator, 29th District, Frederick Hobbs was reelected to his third term, defeating his Democratic opponent, Joseph Gurzenda by upwards of 14,000 votes. In the voting for the State House of Representatives, only one Democrat in the area won, James Goodman of the 123rd Legislative District winning his fourth term by defeating Republican Jack Dixon by more than 8,000 votes. Winner in the 124th Legislative District, Republican William Klingamen won over Democrat George Pinkey by more than 3,000 votes. In the 125th Legislative District, Democrat Ronald.

Brownmiller went down to defeat. Attorney William Hutchinson, Republican carried the District by more than 3,000 votes. Paul G. Ruane, Republican, defeated Democrat Guido R. Varano in the 107th Legislative District.

The only state-wide question on the ballot, to amend the Constitution to permit direct state aid for victims of tropical storm Agnes, was overwhelming approved in all 67 counties. In areas where water is supplied from facilities of the Schuylkill Municipal Water Authority, the fluoridation of the water was soundly defeated. Local Voting In local balloting, voters followed the national trend, giving Nixon a big majority over McGovern. Tally of local votes appears on page 5. Semi-Annual Meeting Civil Defense Units Review Past Performance, Discuss Improvement (Photos on Page 4 Approximately 75 persons attended the fall meeting of the joint Pine Grove Township- Pine Grove Borough Civil Defense Unit, held in the Pine Grove Elementary School Building on Wednesday evening, November 1.

Reuben Rupp, CD director of Pine Grove Township, and Clark Snyder, director of the borough, were in charge of the meeting. Two meetings are held every year one in spring and one in fall. "The purpose of these meetings is to evaluate performances in past emergencies and to improve details for future ones. After the welcome by Rupp, the pledge of allegiance to the flag, Bert Yoder, mayor of Pine Grove the pledge to support the Constitution of the United States and not to become members of subversive groups. Mr.

Rupp explained in detail just what happened from the time of the information about a possible flood on June 21. Bill Williams and Ted Gibson of communications warned about a crisis. Chiefs of the different divisions were called at 7:00 p.m, on June 21 and by 2:30 a.m. on June 22, the major forces were set in motion for a major disaster. The action of the next days are history and known to all.

Rupp commented that no major accidents happened during all this time. Eighteen trailers, brought in by HUD, are temporarily taking care of the families who had to be evacuated from their homes. The issue of food stamps right here in Pine Grove, instead of persons having to go to Pottsville, speeded the getting of food. Suggestions for Future The chiefs of the unit were called upon to give their views on improvements of future emergencies. Sgt.

Robert Daubert and Trooper Martin of the Pennsylvania State Police gave the important fact, which should be borne in mind by everyone, that the State Police force is in command at all times with Reuben Rupp as the base man, and the borough police and the auxiliary police unit as co-operatives. A representative of the National Guard reiterated the information Rupp is the man to contact for help and he would evaluate the needs in order of importance. It is also important, especially in a snow emergency, to register everyone who is SUNDAY BREAKFAST Mackerel Breakfast, Ham and Eggs 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., Sunday, November 12. NORTH END FIRE COMPANY The PRESS -HERALD VOL.

95-NO. 12 West Schuylkill Press Pine Grove Herald TREMONT, THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 1972 ESTABLISHED 1877 Highway Accident Fatal to Two Persons, Five A head-on automobile collision in Newtown on Monday evening claimed the lives of two area residents, and critically injured five other persons. Killed instantly was Mrs. Irvin (Ruth) Shadle, 46, of 45 Main Street, Joliett. Paul W.

Dinger, 61, of Pine Grove RD3 died in the Tremont Area Community ambulance en route to Pottsville Hospital. He was pronounced dead on arrival at the hospital at 7:00 p.m. The injured are Irvin Shadle, daughters Arlene and Carol and son Dale, Joliett, and Richard Dinger, 21, of Pine Grove RD3. According to Schuylkill Haven State Police, Paul W. Dinger and his son Richard were traveling south on Route 209, apparently at a high rate of speed about 6:30 p.m.

The car failed to negotiate a curve at the top of the Newtown hill, near the entrance to Schultz Auction site, crossed over to the north bound lane and collided head-on with a car driven by Irvin Shadle, 53. Taken to Good Samaritan in the Tremont ambulances were Irvin Shadle, his daughter Arlene, 23; taken to Pottsville Hospital in addition to Paul Dinger were Richard Dinger, Dale and Carol Shadle. Carol was transferred immediately to Reading Hospital. All were injured critically and Carol was in a coma. However, as of Wednesday, she had regained consciousness.

Mrs. Ruth Shadle was pronounced dead at the scene by Deputy Coroner Richard A. Minnig, who released the body to the Minnig Funeral Home, Tremont. The State Police report listed Paul Dinger and Irvin Shadle as the drivers of the cars involved. Richard Dinger was in the car with his father.

All of the others were in the Shadle car. PAUL W. DINGER Paul W. Dinger was born in Tremont Township on January 4, 1911, a son of the late Francis and Annie Brown Dinger. He Petition TV Cable Improvement Others Injured (Photos on Page 6) was a member of St.

Peter's Lutheran Church, Pine Grove. He was employed as a cloth trimmer at Fox-Knapp Manufacturing plant in Pine Grove. He is survived by his wife, the former Irene Breidigan; four children, Paul M. Dinger of Jonestown; Richard F. of Pine Grove RD Clifford Pine Grove RD Darlene Dinger, Pine Grove RD two brothers, Albert Dinger, Pine Grove RD Robert Dinger, Schuylkill Haven; and three grandchildren, Lori Lee Dinger, Paul M.

Dinger and Tara Lee Dinger. Funeral services were held this afternoon in the Snyder Funeral Home, Pine Grove, the Rev. Frederick I. Fisher, his pastor, officiating. Interment was in the Reformed Church Cemetery, Ravine.

MRS. RUTH E. SHADLE Mrs. Ruth E. Shadle, who was killed instantly, was born in Tremont, a daughter of Harry and Evelyn Schaeffer Rhody.

She has been a resident of Joliett for ten years. Prior to moving there, she and her family lived in Tremont. She was a member of the Joliett United Methodist Church. Surviving, in addition to her husband and her parents, are six sons, Robert Rhody of New Minersville; Irvin Shadle Barry, Donald, Ray and Dale, all of Joliett; four daughters, Barbara, wife of Raymond Flannery, Arlene, Karen and Carol, all of Joliett; one sister, Mary Rhody, Joliett; and five grandchildren. Her funeral was held this afternoon, with memorial service in the Joliett Methodist Church conducted by her pastor, the Rev.

Robert Fortier; Interment was in Tremont Lutheran Cemetery. The W. E. Minnig Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. (Other Deaths on Page 6) Council Clamps Down on Mini Bikes Renews Efforts To Obtain Town Dcotor Tremont Borough Council presented a petition with more than 500 signatures requesting an educational TV a channel featuring more sport events and better reception to George Daubert, part owner of Wire Teleview Corporation at the Council meeting on Monday evening.

In answer to the request Mr. Daubert pointed out that an F.C.C. ruling, in force since March 1, 1972, prohibits any cable company adding channels to their present set-up unless they have 20 channels with a special two-way set-up. In order to even change to an educational channel, which Daubert noted might not present too much difficulty, it will be necessary to obtain a special certificate of compliance and then Council must decide which of the present channels they would like to eliminate. In answer to the question why other region towns are getting 11 and 12 channels, Daubert pointed out those channels were in effect before March 1 and further noted that Tremont customers were paying a considerably lower rate; to which Huntzinger replied, "We are paying the lowest amount and getting the poorest service." Palmer Koch charged that Council would not be discharging their duty if they did not investigate some of the other sources supplying cable service before renewing any contract.

John Kohr was appointed to study the situation. Solicitor Russell presented two new ordinances for Council's approval. 1-It is unlawful to operate within borough limits unlicensed vehicles such as mini-bikes, trail bikes, etc. except on private property with the express permission of the property owner. Any violation will result in a $25.00 fine tor the first offense and a $50.00 fine and confiscation of the vehicle for an added offense.

In the event the operator is a minor acting with parental consent, only one fine shall be imposed, but both parent and child shall be arrested. Ordinance number two stated it shall be unlawful to operate a motorcycle within the borough limits after 11:00 p.m. except if the operator is passing through town on the way to another destination. It was unanimously voted to adopt both ordinances. Another pressing question was the matter of securing a physician for Tremont.

Wayne Jones presented the name of Dr. J. H. Hong of Muncy who is seeking to locate in another area. Secretary Adams promised to get in touch with him by telephone immediately.

Council also appointed Mrs. Marion Long as Health Officer and Mrs. Genevieve Leininger and William Scheibley as members of the Board of Health. Council reviewed the insurance plans Pennsylvania Lottery Number November 8, 1972 Inadequate Water At Pine Grove Routine business was transacted at the regular meeting of the Pine Grove Borough Council, held on Thursday evening in the borough hall with Clarence Benko, president, in charge of the session. Other members present were James Hardenstine, Ernest Spittler, Jack Barr, Richard Becker, Andrew Zimmerman, Harry Ilgenfritz; Bert Yoder, mayor; Charles Frank, solicitor; William Wessner, secretary; Harold Zimmerman, sewage plant manager; Clarence Steck, Tracy Engineers; Jerry Reed, borough policeman; Clayton Sites and Clark Schaeffer, chief of police.

The following report was given by the mayor: accidents investigated, parking meter permits, parking meter fines, arrests made, shooting permits issued, 4 building permits, $130.00. One stolen car was recovered. A total of 52,398 miles on the police car with 16,003 miles for the month of October. James Hardenstine of the road committee noted that the borough crew had been busy cleaning up leaves, installed signs, oiled alleys, patched streets, opened drains and cleaned creek beds. A discussion was held on the condition of Grandview Street.

A section of about 50 feet in poor condition because there is no storm drain. The property owner will be approached for permission to install a storm drain across his lawn and take care of the problem and resurface the street. The Pine Grove Hose, Hook and Ladder Fire Company responded to three fires during October. The new radios for the fire trucks have arrived and will be installed shortly. The Fire Company is paying for the radios which cost $3200.

Harry Ilgenfritz of the water committee reported that both chlorinators are working. The reservoirs are still low and the water ban is still in force until notice is given by the Council. The construction of the High Street pump station is complete and the arrival of the pump is awaited. A new home tap for water will be made on Legion Boulevard and an eight-inch tap will be made for Gold Mills for their new sprinkler system. A 200,000 gallon tank is being installed there and a booster pump will be in use.

Sanitation The landfill is still operating in the borough. Word is still awaited for state approval on the Reilly Township site. In the meantime, a 30-foot section of 36-inch pipe will be installed to make more area available at the dump. This pipe drains water from South Main Street and Peach Alley. A property owner, Shirley Wolfgang, will repair her sidewalk which was heaved during the June flood.

Waters from Church Street flow into a tunnel which runs under her walk and yard. Presently there is a cleanout cover for access to the tunnel. This was damaged and the borough will replace it with a manhole casting and lid. Harold Zimmerman, sewage plant manager, reported that hookups are nearly completed. Only 78 property owners have still to be connected.

Complaints were received from the Trailer Park residents of speeding on the road leading to the sewage plant. This is a right-of-way and not a public road. There are also several cars parked along this road and a letter will be sent to Willard Heinbach, owner of the court, to remove the cars as they will hinder snow plowing. A bill was rejected from Newport Homes for the borough's share of installing pipes under the former P. P.

L. railroad spur which now serves Newport Homes. The borough will only pay $1500; which meets the borough's statutory purchasing limit without a bid. Another bill from the J. A.

G. Chemical New York was rejected. The bill was for storm drain opener which was not ordered and never received. Salt and Cinder Purchase James Hardenstine was instructed to check into prices of cinders and salt for winter use. Approximately 20 tons of salt, and 40 to 60 tons of ash will be needed.

The surplus from last winter was washed away Supply Noted Council Meeting in the June flood. Authority was also given to look into the purchase of an ash spreader for use on the borough truck. It was noted that Mifflin Street and sections of School and Second Streets have been re-surfaced. The work on Spruce Street and Legion Boulevard is expected to be completed by the Alstate Construction Company by the end of the week. Permission was granted to the Quaker State Telephone Company to install 1237 feet of underground cable along Legion Boulevard from Second Street to Pine Hill Drive.

The borough set a fee of $100. for this permission. Clark Cnyder, civil defense director of the borough, was paid $227.00 for materials he purchased for civil defense needs. An additional $100 was paid for future purchases. Insurance Analysis A recommendation was made by James Hardenstine that an analysis be made of all insurance policies of the borough.

The result would be a package plan of the 20 policies carried by the borough. The recommendation received approval and the study will be made shortly. The borough auditors reported the water and sewage books in order. There is about $1000 in delinquent sewer bills and $400 in water bills outstanding. Note was made that a large propane tank at the car wash was knocked over.

A recommendation was made to prevent future accidents of this kind which -might possibly involve explosions. Harold Zimmerman, fire chief, was asked to talk to tank owner to install a fence or guard around such tanks. Richard Becker, chairman of the recreation committee, will meet with the Pine Grove Jaycees and a state official on a site and costs of a recreation area in the borough. Bills The following bills were approved for payment: general fund water fund water improvement fund sewage fund fuel tax total $63,831.87. A budget meeting will be held November 16, 6:00 p.m.

in the borough hall. submitted to invest the money received from the state for police pension. Zimmerman made a motion that one of the plans be adopted with both full-time police officers to be covered Jones amended the motion to include consulting the agent before final action is taken. Council agreed and referred the matter to the law enforcement committee. Communications were read from State Council of Civil Defense listing deadlines November 10 will be the deadline for submission for new damages not previously surveyed; November 20 for completion of damage survey by Federal State survey teams; November 30 for submission of disaster project application.

Two letters were received from the County Commissioners, one about a bid of $235 submitted by Atty. Bruce Adams for Harrison Wellbank for the purchase of three lots between the Wellbank and Wentz properties on W. Main Street. In view of the fact that Wellbank had agreed to allow borough the right of way, Council did not contest the purchase. Solicitor Russell submitted bids on parcels on 48 Line Street, on the Spangler-Eckler tract and along Good Spring creek for the borough.

Tremont Sewage Authority submitted a report showing the breakdown in the cost thus far of the sewage collection and disposal system. The figures show that to date the project is 84 percent complete with $104,519.75 already paid and when the job is complete the total cost will amount to $124,142.46. Schuylkill County Public Service noted that the P.E.P. program is for supplemental employment for town projects, but added that at present there are no funds available, but applications may be made for future consideration. Wayne Jones was instructed to take care of the details.

Another communication received by Mayor Renninger listing a September 22 deadline for application to avoid delay in the revenue sharing legislation program was read with the explanation that the secretary had received it on Monday morning from the Mayor. Councilmen Horn, Griffiths and Zimmerman plan to attend the reorganization meeting of the Borough Council Association in Tamaqua on November 15. A bond covering Berkheimer for tax collection for the coming year was received by Council. A communication was read concerning the installation of the traffic light at the corner of Main and Spring streets. Action will be delayed until closer to springtime.

A letter was received stating the --Continued on Page 4 NOTICE Dr. J. Philip Robinson will stop practicing 3 December 1972. (11-2-5t-fpr Tremont Physician To Relocate in the shelter. This shelter is located in the Pine Grove Elementary Building, High as the base shelter.

This building will be improved as to communications with the installation of an aerial, etc. Tremont Citizens Ernest Kohr, civil defense of Tremont, and a number of Tremont residents were welcomed to the group. Kohr noted that in the flood emergency everything went fine as far as he could see. The matter of better communication systems between Pine Grove and Tremont will be looked into with hopes that such communication can be improved. John Klinger, who is in charge of the snowmobile unit and the master channel, emphasized to all "not to call the Civil Defense unless there is an He said in the past persons called in to have their road opened; another case was getting to the home in great difficulty and then finding no one at home.

Such persons take the time away from really needed emergency help. It was also announced that the Phillips "66" gas station at the Pine Grove Ext 31 on I-81 is a communication point. Mrs. Bruce Christ, representative of the American Red Cross in Pine Grove, reported that the Red Cross is ready at all times to give help for food and supplies as well as first aid training. Harry Koshulsky, instructor in first aid, reported that courses will be started after the new year.

Mr. Rupp gave the pertinent facts on explosions and fires stressing saving of lives and properties. He noted "self-help is still the best help, no matter what the Some "don'ts" 'he listed included crowds hampering the workers. He stressed the report of broken utility lines and where to go for assistance for medical needs, food and shelter. He listed the importance of having workable flashlights at hand at all times.

Clark Snyder had on display outside the -Continued on Page 4 Notice To Teens Any teenagers between the ages of 13 and 18, male or female. interested in joining the Tremont Honor Guard, report at the Tremont United Church of Christ at 6:30 p.m., November 14. RUMPSCH MATCH Rumpsch Match Friday, November 10, 7:00 p.m. until Ducks, turkeys, chickens. NORTH END FIRE COMPANY In North Carolina Dr.

J. Philip Robinson has announced that he will discontinue his practice in Tremont as of December 3. He plans to relocate in Old Town, North Carolina, a suburb of Winston-Salem. Dr. Robinson was a former resident of that area and will be located within six miles of Wake Forest University, his Alma Mater.

In answer to questions about his future plans, Dr. Robinson stated he has no plans to have another doctor take over his practice and plans to sell his properties in Tremont. For the present, Mrs. Robinson and their children will remain in Tremont. Truck Stolen From Pine Grove Plant Found Near Phila.

According to Jerry Reed, Pine Grove policeman, a truck belonging to Gold Mills-Penn Dye and Finishing Plant of Pine Grove disappeared from the scene some time Saturday. The truck was loaded with material worth from $25,000 to $30,000. The truck was still at the plant at one o'clock Saturday morning; at twelve noon on Saturday, it was missing. An executive of the corporation said on Tuesday morning that the vehicle had been found in Ben Salem Township, northeast of Philadelphia, by township policeman. No other details were given.

An official of the corporation could not be contacted up to Wednesday noon for further details. Urgent Appeal Blood Donors Needed on Monday, Nov. 13th The Pine Grove area blood bank, sponsored by the Pine Grove Council of Churches, is in the eleventh year. This coming Monday, November 13, will be the twelfth one. Most area residents are not aware just how much blood is needed for the period of just a year.

At the present time, the Pine Grove blood bank is nine pints "in the red" and the shortage must be made up, in addition to blood for the many persons who will be needing it from this time on. The returns of signed donors are very slow in coming in. The chairmen of the blood bank Harvey Miller and Robert J. Hartlieb urge you to join and give your life's blood to help someone else or even you. A special plea is being made to the young people of the area.

So do not forget the Pine Grove Blood Bank to be held at St. Peter's United Church of Christ, November 13, from 11:45 a.m. to 5:45 p.m! An appeal is also being made for help in unloading the truck at 10:00 a.m. and reloading it at 6:15 p.m..

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