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Newspaper
Berkshire Eagle
Location
Pittsfield, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 26, 1969
Page
9
The Beekediré Eagle is issued daily except Sundays and holidays by Eagle Publishing Company located at 33 Eagle Street in Pittsfield Massachusetts.
In a reaction to the Song My massacre, the piece notes President Nixon pledging to renounce germ warfare while excluding tear gas and defoliants. it endorses the Geneva Protocol and Britain’s tougher stance, yet questions the practicality and costs of a unilateral ban amid broader nuclear risks. It marks a cautious approval with caveats about policy mechanics and national mood.
A New York Times overview links railroad need for modern equipment to tax reform, noting turbine trains face glitches in Boston-New York and Montreal-Toronto runs. Senators Gore and Barrus argue for more mass transit funding, while old-guard railers resist change amid subsidy debates and calls to ease ICC rules.
David Hapgood argues that in a democratic society jobs should hinge on performance, yet in the United States diplomas hold power over hiring and advancement. He highlights the bachelor’s degree as the dominant credential and warns about the campus revolt achieving limited impact without undermining diploma authority.
Wenzel Krebs was elected master of the Stockbridge Grange with Harold Williams Peter I Adams Edward Haviland Peter Adams Jr Leroy Smith Mrs George J Warner Elle Schneyer Arthur Breed Mrs Charles Snow Mrs William Dusenbury Mrs John Snyder and Mrs Eugene A Benjamin named as officers. Gov Coolidge named James W Synan to the State Highway Commission for a two year term. Sgt Ted White of Hinsdale, a B17 gunner with the 15th Air Force, completed 50 missions and earned the Purple Heart Air Medal with three oak leaf clusters and the Silver Star. Barbara Krause chaired the Rainbow festival at the Masonic Temple. Frederick H Turner was reelected president of Great Barrington Savings Bank for a 31st year as deposits surpassed 16 million dollars. Purple Heather Lodge Daughters of Scotia installed Mrs Fred W Gall as chief daughter at the Women’s Club. Oleg Babikow, 18, Polish-born, joined Pittsfield High ski team, bringing multilingual experience and international background.
Notes share Walter White of 392 Columbus Ave owning a Model A Ford bought in 1929 with 248000 miles. He refused a 2500 offer from California. Col Edwin Aldrin Jr. is the Moon’s grandson of Mrs Jessie Moon. John Mahanna recalls Apollo 12 draft at Cape Kennedy. Snippets on Lincoln’s Gettys burg Address and engine life gains.
The November 15 Moratorium march in Washington signals a rising youth challenge to Vietnam policy. The piece notes mixed reactions, police restraint, and suggests Nixon may face unprecedented domestic opposition if he ignores the momentum for faster withdrawal and broader nationwide demonstrations.
Terence Flynn of Stockbridge argues Nixon did not lead or advocate the Vietnam War and should be judged on bringing soldiers home quickly and morally. Guy R. MacMillan of Saxtons River notes critics attack the man, not the issue, and laments Nixon’s silent majority remaining quiet.
Ferdinand J. Borgo of Pittsfield argues editors misstate facts about Song My massacre. He blames older generations for permissive upbringing and lax discipline, contending responsibility rests with society not soldiers. He condemns the war and defends decent young people who expressed themselves.
Glendale reader questions why Triumvirate yearbook from Monument Mountain High School was placed in town news after earning second place in a Columbia University Scholastic Press Association national judging. Editors note 200 yearbooks competed. about 30 earned second place.
A reader defends the GE plant rally coverage, disputing Thomas Morton's account of a quiet North Gate crowd. The letter asserts Shambo was interrupted by applause and strong support, urging unbiased reporting and noting vivid approval at the closing comments.
Washington notes that Finland’s tough mindedness sustains neutrality after centuries of occupation. Kekkonen’s leadership, a balanced coalition, and a small yet capable foreign service anchor a stable state. EFTA entry boosted trade, with 40 percent of exports to EFTA and 20 percent to the common market. Helsinki hosts arms talks, signaling neutral capital status amid East West diplomacy.
A gunner sergeant in Vietnam writes to his wife on the last malaria pill day before returning home. He jokes that she should start taking Reader's Digest, reflecting wartime humor amid routine preventive medicine.
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