EE de RS Dallas Men Respond A mattress in a Fernbrook residence caught fire Monday night and the Dr. Henry M. Laing Fire Company, Dallas, responded to the alarm. Assistant Fire Chief James B. Davie reported some 14 men diswered the 6:30 p.m. alarm to a home on lower Main Street, Fernbrook. He said the fire was burning in a rear, first- floor bedroom. The occupants of the house were in the process of moving, and only a few belongings remained in the house at the time of the fire. Asst. Fire Chief Davies stated he and a state fire marshal conducted an blaze was ruled as cidental.” It was believed a left a burning cigarette. 150 gallons of water to estinguish the flames. Damage tapped out at 7:45. the street Paperback Co. from Valley AN ont from PAGE ONE) In analyzing H.B. 41, the legislator stated, ‘“This bill is the Regional Water and Wastes Management Authorities Act. The Department of En- vironmental Resources would divide the state into regions. The county or counties in which a region is located would then incorporate a Regional Water and inten Management NS : Fire (continued from PAGE ONE) with smoke,”” Mr. Hillman stated. Crew members promptly evacuated their patient from the emergency vehicle, who, Mr. Hillman said, was not critically ill but was being taken to the hospital for admission. A fire extinguisher purchased recently by the ambulance company was used to douse the flames, but it was apparent that damage which would prohibit its subsequent use. “The Kingston ambulance responded jjuickly to our call for assistance; and the patient was transported to the hospital without further mishap,” the Lake = Silkworth = captain reported. There were no in- juries. # Other dew members on the fateful run were Richard Pudimott, Joseph Konitus and Jack Walsh. Lake Silkworth is now faced with the necessity of replacing its ambulance, an expensive proposition. At a meeting May 24, members of the volunteer ambulance association went on record approving the purchase of a new International am- bulance—but a lack of funds is holding up the purchase. “The new vehicle will cost $16,000, Mr. Hillman ex- area residents will contribute money to help us replace the ambulance—we’re eager to get back in business!” Presently, Lake Silkworth is using an old ambulance loaned to it by iSweet Valley, but the vehicle & not in very good condition. Persons who would like to contribute toward tthe purchase of a new ambulance are urged to send their donations to the Lake Silkworth Ambulance As- sociation, RD 2, Hunlock Creek, in care ¥¥|William Samuels. Every Monday, FOR KIDS . .. And Adults Who Think They Understand Them Ds ent ti Co Gh EO 50 A SIE Ey Your Public TV Station WUIA-CHANNEL 44 Authority or designate an existing municipality authority presently operating in the region to be the water and wastes management authority for the region. “Each authority could adopt a general plan, calling for survey of existing water uses and facilities, project future needs and requirements and propose methods of meeting those needs. An approved final plan would include a specific program for management, proposed facilities would be acquired, constructed or operated by the authority, and a proposed set of rules and regulations used by the authority to carry into effect its proposed plan. “The authority could acquire land by eminent domain or purchase, and construct, im- prove, equip or furnish facilities for public water supply and distribution. . . . . The authority could charge customers for its service and for certain con- struction costs. In addition, it could issue bonds to finance its programs . ..” Atty. James Reinert, in ex- plaining his, attitude against authorities, declared that privately owned water com- panies should be ‘forced to do something about the water situation back here.” He con- tinued, “My attitude is that water companies have not put one nickel back into their facilities. There is no shortage of water per se, but there is inadequate transmission of water.” His remarks were given spontaneous applause by the audience. Acting as meeting chairman was Mrs. Walter Karl, who has been instrumental in forming an opposition group to the water authority. She recommended that those present sign petitions, which were on hand, as well as write letters of protestation. It was agreed by the large crowd that a Kingston Township Taxpayers Associa- tion be formed. Atty. Reinert volunteered .to draw up a charter for the organization, and Mrs Karl was appointed temporary chairman. A second meeting will be held May 31 at 8 p.m. in the Dallas Senior High School auditorium. Photo by Jim Kozemchak Memorial A passel of lovely young ladies—the parade’s queen and her court—sat atop a float decorated with garlands of flowers and an attractive white picket fence. The queen, chosen in a drawing of fourth, fifth and sixth grade girls from the Ross Elementary School, was Marie Oley. Her court included Pam Mahoney, Marcia George, Viola Amorosa, Karen Zearfoss, Jackie Scott and Shirley Adams. Robert Walsh, assistant chairman of the Sweet Valley parade, reports that there were more than 100 entries in the parade. He noted that all profits from the event—and from the carnival and horse show held simultaneously in Sweet Valley—will benefit the fire company, which presently has plans of building a new fire house. Said Mr. Walsh of the highly successful Sweet Valley Days: ‘“A good indication of our success is that we ordered 20 to 30 percent more food for sale this year—and sold all of it before closing time. This year we purchased over 400 pounds of hot sausage, a ton of French fries, and potato pancakes made from over 25 bushels of potatoes!” Church Will Honor High School Grads On Sunday morning, worship services will be held in the Trucksville United Methodist Church at 9:30 and 10:50 a.m. Dr. Laurence T. Beers, pastor, will speak on the subject: “The Ink on Life’s Ledger.” 1972 high school graduates will be honored at the second service. Church school will meet at 10:45 a.m. There will be a special farewell party for Dr. and Mrs. Beers at 7:30 p.m. in the Educational building. On June 11, Dr. Beers will assume the pastorate of the Firwood United Methodist Church in South Wilkes-Barre. Si 3 A three-credit graduate his- tory course on ‘19th Century Europe” will be offered by Col- lege Misericordia for the sum- mer session this year, accord- ing to Sister Marianna Gildea, RSM, director of graduate pro- grams at the college, with the tory course also being offered. The course on ‘‘19th Century Europe” will be taught by Dr. Donald Fries, Machell Ave., Dallas, an assistant professor of history at College Misericordia. Dr. Fries’ course is scheduled to begin June 27, with classes meeting from 8:15 to 10:30 Tuesday and Thursdays. The course will continue through Aug. 5. The second course which Sister Marianna is considering for the summer session is ‘‘The Cold War,” Also a three-credit course, ‘The Cold War’’ will be added dependent upon the availability of instructors. Successful completion of graduate courses at College Misericordia results in graduate credits issued by the University of Scranton. The credits are granted under a co- operative program established between College Misericordia and the University. Registration for summer ses- sion graduate courses at College Misericordia will be held at the college from 1 to 5 and 6 to 8, June 21, 22, and 23. Additional information is avail- able by contacting the graduate studies office on campus. A plea of ‘not guilty” to murder was entered by David Eugene Scoggins, 26, at a hearing May 24 before District Magistrate Leonard Harvey. The defendant, an inmate at State Correctional Institution, Dallas, allegedly attacked Alexander Laverne Edinger, 24, with a ‘‘sharpened kitchen knife” May 6, with Edinger’s death occurring May 14 atel]:45 a.m. in Nesbitt Memorial Hospital. Scoggins’ arrest was made on a warrant signed by Pennsyl- vania State Police Criminal Investigator Carl Allen, who was the first witness called by District Atty. Patrick J. Toole Jr. In CI Allen’s testimony and that of Major Gerald J. Lightcap, head of the institu- tion’s guards, it was brought out that the alleged attack took place at the local facility bet- ween 7:15 and 7:30 a.m. May 6, and that both the defendant and the victim were inmates of the institution at the time. With this preliminary testimony established, the state called its most important witness, William J. Godlewski, a guard at the instititution since it opened 12 years ago. The experienced officer stated that he was present May 6, having come on duty at 6 a.m. “I was on E-block where Scoggins had cell 25 on the fourth range (tier) and Edinger’s cell was number four on the second range. Between 7:15 and 7:30 am. I saw Scoggins in front of Edinger’s cell and said to Scoggins, ‘Come on down and lock-up.’ I went down the block 40 or 50 feet and heard a scream. It stopped. It started again. I ran back to my desk and saw Edinger in the second range stairwell and when he came down I put him in Photo by Jim Kozemchak salute. Greetings FAST SERVICE 6755121 EASY PARKING 675-3366 control. I saw Scoggins with a knife in his right hand.” He described Edinger’s ap- pearance as ‘blood all over” and that the younger man was “scared,” but Godlewski noted he did not see Edinger with a weapon. He said Edinger pushed the control door shut, and that Scoggins ‘kept on coming.” When questioned by Dist. Atty. Toole, the block officer reported other inmates were hollering, ‘Don’t do it, Dave.” He said he wrestled Scoggins to the floor and with the assistance of several inmates was able to subdue Scoggins. On examination by Robert Scovell, public defender for the accused, the guard testified that although Scoggins was seen outside Cell Four (Edinger’s) he was ‘‘not violating that much of a rule by being on second range’’ and that Godlewski Edinger.” Defender Scovell asked, Page 3 “Could there have been someone else on second range?’ there could have been.” Dr. Malcolm Borthwick, institution physician, told of his examining Edinger in the facility’s hospital unit, and on seeing his ‘serious’ condition had him transferred by am- bulance to Nesbitt Memorial Hospital, where Dr. Jorge Abrantes operated on the victim from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The next witness, Dr. George Hudock, Luzerne County coroner, explained Edinger’s death was caused by “multiple stab wounds.” The autopsy May 14, gave a deatiled listing of the number of stab wounds and their areas. : Magistrate Harvey declared a prima facie case had been established. Scoggins will be until his trial. several inches in length. Then they will be easily recognizable by the yellow markings on their heads and the hairs that cover their bodies, while down the back of each will be two rows of five blue spots and a double row of six red spots. This is the time of the year when they climb to the tops of trees to feed and if the foliage becomes overcrowded they merely spin down the silvery threads and, aided by a good breeze, are wafted off to neigh- boring trees. Hence, the name “gypsy’’ moth. Usually about mid-July the caterpillars molt for the last time and go into the pupal stage few days later hatch into moths. The male is dark brown with streaks of black across his wings, while the female is white, about two inches long, and much larger than the male. Last year there was a massive defoliation of trees in some northeastern counties, but not in Luzerne. The defoliation reached near disaster proportions, and there was evidence then that the in- festation of the pest was spreading = with shocking rapidity. The moths, which munch through forests with a noise that sounds like falling rain, ate one million acres of U.S. tree foliage last summer in the heaviest plague to date. According to the Department of Agriculture, a single defoliation can kill white pine, spruce, hemlock and other soft- wood trees. can kill some hardwoods. One factor in favor of the pest was this year’s relatively mild winter. Moths deposit an mass. After a cold winter as few as 12 or 13 percent of the eggs may hatch, but if the winter is mild, more eggs survive and more larvae are hatched the following spring. Thus, this is one reason for the great concern to stop the pest in Luzerne County before it can really get established. Where did the gypsy moth come from? i France to this country in 1869 by anaturalistfrom start a silk industry in New England by crossing the insect with the less hardy southern silk-worm. 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