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Newspaper
Berkshire Eagle
Location
Pittsfield, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1969
Page
9
Publication note stating daily issues run every day except Sundays and holidays by Eagle Publishing Company located at 3 Eagle Street Pittsfield Massachusetts.
As Lindsay faced modern urban strain and hostility from voters, many mayors nationwide announce retirements. Detroit, New Haven, Atlanta, Minneapolis, Syracuse, Denver, Pittsburgh, Omaha, Honolulu leaders join a rising exodus. The era of tough metropolitan governance pushes capable officials toward the exits.
The urban crisis grows as central cities draw in the poor especially Black residents while the affluent move to suburbs. Cities lose tax bases and depend on reluctant state and federal aid, enabling fewer capable leaders to cope. Political hacks rush to replace retiring mayors amid worsening morale.
The piece argues the 4.5 percent ceiling on savings bond interest is too high given inflation and that a proposed raise to five percent would shorten maturities. It notes June redemptions exceeded sales for the seventh month, showing many Americans view bonds as poor buys. It urges Congress to act quickly, framing the move as fair to workers and fiscally prudent.
The City Council ratified 10 percent night shift raises for policemen and time and a half overtime for police and fire personnel. The moves aim to reduce understaffing and attract workers as inflation continues to press on local budgets. A state official cited flaws in five proposed landfill sites in Dallon, while two city lots raise nickel parking questions. Peter Tirrell of Dalton earned 10 college credits by hiking the Appalachian Trail from Georgia to Connecticut, a strenuous two month journey amid snows rains and freight-train near misses and heavy paperwork.
Rome reports that Italy's Constitutional Court reversed a seven year old judgment, ending imprisonment for adultery by women and granting equal protection under the constitution. The decision covers thousands of pending cases and highlights the impact of the lack of a divorce law on married individuals who form new unions.
Looking Back profiles William H. Hatch famed as Berkshires king of fox hunters and trappers. At 81 he will be 82 on July 29 after another 1000 foxes killed in 69 years. Hatch lives in Stephentown, hunts in the Taconic Range from Berry Pond to Perry's Peak.
The note discusses editor and publisher naming quirks in U S daily papers, mentioning The Brattleboro Reformer and The Eagle Publishing Co as well as various unusual paper titles. It recalls Elsie the Borden cow promotion, a Shaker Barn photo, traffic light bells, and local history notes from South Lee and the Berkshire region. It also mentions bird watchers confusion over Fitz-Bew and Wee-Bee-O and a 19th century postal card from Lester J Clarke.
Henry Melle of Pittsfield argues skilled GE workers should compare wages with outside construction trades. He notes GE jobs offer year round security and vacation pay, urging transitions if wages fall behind. Also, a Sheffield history project seeks loaned private materials and local anecdotes.
Readers defend youths amid protests and criticise politicians. Letters from JOHN F. KENNEDY and others argue for patience, respect for law, and listening to youth while condemning harsh policing and broad generalizations about the generation. A Marine veteran describes a police encounter and calls for police accountability. An unnamed correspondent questions bank credit practices and rising interest rates.
Washington reports that Robert H. Finch, once California lieutenant governor and Nixon ally, is pressed to resign as HEW secretary amid conservative California politics. Gardner warned Finch to keep HEW professionals on side, while Sen. George L. Murphy seeks a second term amid a conservative shift led by Salvatori, Reagan allies, and a weakened moderates wing.
Alistar Cooke, a naturalized American and longtime interpreter of the American scene to Britain, recalls how insults to flag display have shifted from harmless pasting to distress signals, noting that some flags are pasted upside down as a sign of trouble for the Republic.
A Burlington Free Press item notes a caller seeking a Johnson affiliated with a dancing school. The first respondent clarifies the sought Johnson holds a different identity. The anecdote illustrates confusion over similar surnames in local listings.
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