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Newspaper
Berkshire Eagle
Location
Pittsfield, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 24, 1970
Page
7
A historic note on one of Massachusetts original 26 dailies adopting the Bar-Press Guide of 1863. The form was designed to preserve freedom of the press protect individual rights and sustain the presumption of innocence.
The editorial argues against a proposed unemployment compensation bill for striking workers in Massachusetts. It cites the state’s non-contributory fund, GE figures forecasting $1.7 million weekly strike costs, fund depletion in six weeks, and doubled tax exposure. It warns the measure harms business and urges lawmakers to oppose it.
A Senate subcommittee examined quick service franchises tied to sports and show business stars led by producer Hillard Elkins. Joe Namath and other players invest in name brands, while promoters and small operators fear unfair terms, while Americans keep craving fried chicken burgers clams and grinders as the franchise boom grows.
Brief notes cover Berkshire Community College sewers treatment course plan, discrimination against blind people with guide dogs, Gateway Regional District building project tax concerns, phasing out of state police barracks in Pittsfield and Lee, and troopers attire reflecting old fashioned era.
John E. Swearingen of Standard Oil of Indiana argues environmental pollution demands interplanetary travel level technology and wide public support with shared costs. He cautions that public enthusiasm for pollution control clashes with reluctance to pay, urging broad participation by all sectors of society to solve the problem.
Boston opinion piece argues that federal revenue sharing won t work without fairer state aid formulas. It cites Massachusetts alleged bias toward cities, critiques high local taxes, and proposes federal takeover of programs like welfare to achieve a more equitable, need based funded system.
Readers discuss the Curtiss quota rule affecting local liquor licenses in Stockbridge and the Red Lion Inn bid for a year round license, noting the 500‑foot church protection clause and potential law changes. A second letter praises Pope Paul VI on birth control, urging restraint and dignity, while a third comment lampoons liberals and patriotism. Additional letters address union strikes at GE and worker leadership.
A narrator recalls myths about eyebrow windows and tax savings in New England houses. While converting a barn to living quarters he learns attic remodeling and other alterations affected taxes, and town assessors scrutinize his property, hinting at higher levies.
A reader attacks General Electric over strike activity and alleged misconduct including price fixing and moving operations, questioning GE's concern for workers and the Pittsfield community. The letter also references a speech by GE relations manager Richard L. Reinhart at a Rotary Club meeting on January 22.
Vatican circles fear a split with the Netherlands Catholic church over repeated indiscipline and reformist positions. Dutch bishops oppose mandatory clerical celibacy, endorse ecumenical work and a new catechism, challenging Pope Paul VI’s 1967 encyclical. Observers see tension rising as talks center on orthodoxy, discipline, and possible paths to resolution. The Dutch Pastoral Council’s 93 to 2 vote sparked debate about preserving unity while allowing married clergy and broader lay participation.
A provocative quote from Marshall McLuhan argues that society is shifting from dresses to costumes, describing mini skirts as tribal attire and noting both men and women adopt tribal costumes as fashion evolves. The piece frames this as an era of tribulation and change.
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