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Newspaper
Berkshire Eagle
Location
Pittsfield, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 29, 1969
Page
9
The Berkshire Eagle is published daily except Sundays and holidays by Eagle Publishing Company located at 82 Eagle Street in Pittsfield Massachusetts.
The piece argues that discriminatory labor practices in construction unions fuel civil rights debates. It cites Pittsburgh and Chicago clashes, notes low minority membership, and critiques union apportionment methods. It endorses Philadelphia Plan goals while warning unions to implement fair hiring or face stronger federal action.
The piece critiques Rep. Craig Hosmer's view of ecologyomania, calling the trend a concern for pristine nature amid debates over energy policy. It cites Gallup data showing public worry about pollution and desire for more land preservation, arguing life and environment should trump unchecked power needs.
Northern Berkshire residents protest derailments while midstate towns urge stronger train inspections. Penn Central promises action to stop sparks from exhaust stacks and brakes amid calls for more Department of Public Utilities manpower. Community efforts fund a YMCA center in Lee. potential joint plan to convert Dewey School playground in Great Barrington. The Berkshires see a new era as Great Barrington Airport welcomes a Turbo-Prop plane and Pittsfield plans a new corporate jet capable runway.
Historical notes recount the Lenox Congregational Church 180th anniversary sermon by Rev Bensoon N Wyman with speakers from national circles. Also covered are 25 year items on the SS Charles S Haight christened by Mrs Basil B Elmer, Patti Brothers Softball League stats, and recent local achievements.
Florence H. Duquette argues against a proposed levy on adult films and argues for moral responsibility amid criticism of film industry. She cites Sen Ralph Hall and Milton Bass and condemns perceived trash in cinema while urging cultural standards. The letter discusses censorship, industry self regulation, and public morality.
A Berkshire mother and local educators urge state and federal support to fund and run a pilot public school program for mentally ill and emotionally disturbed children. They cite Jessy, a Pittsfield girl, who could benefit from nearby education, and note existing efforts in Dalton and the need for sustained funding.
Washington notes at SEAL HARBOR Maine mark Walter Lippmann's 80th birthday. The journalist, editor and author shaped public opinion through World and major works since 1910, with influence on U.S. foreign policy, the Atlantic Alliance, and debates on Vietnam and Asia.
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In 1948 during a Southern Governors Conference Strom Thurmond told North Carolina Governor R Gregg Cherry he doubted Cherry’s fondness. Cherry slapped Thurmond on the back and replied with humor, saying he likes him but is no fool about him, per the New York Times.
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