In Retrospect Scranton Symbolizes Public Dishonor in Politics
In Our Opinion From Birdsboro Dispatch we reflect on former Gov. Scranton and the public’s harsh treatment of officials. Marianne Means notes his retreat after ceding the governorship to Shafer, his bitterness, and isolation. The piece links Scranton’s fate to broader GOP and Democratic tensions. The column cites leaders and peers, including Romney, Rockefeller, Scott, and Leader, to illustrate how political vilification deters service.
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Scranton
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Gov. Romney
George M
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Democratic Party
Gov. Leader
Yesterday's Memories of Carry 20 Years Ago on a Tae
Texas City reports a deadly string of explosions raising 650 confirmed dead as oil storage tanks burn and spyi ng fires haunt the coast city. The Fairhayven Housing Corporation plans continued action on a 100 unit project while government decisions await. City officials reinstate the dog ordinance and police enforce it as County banks debate all day Saturday closure under a new House bill.
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Carry
Texas City
Texas
Clarence Quinn
J. €. Trahan
Pearsong: Confession and pipeline safety debate in Washington
In a Washington column, Drew Pearsong admits errors about Ernest Gruening testifying on the Summit Resolution, not the Space Treaty, delaying action. He notes White House support for the Natural Gas Pipeline Safety Act of 1967 amid heavy lobbying by gas interests and the Johnson administration’s firm stance on safety.
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Ernest Gruening
Johnson
Gruening
White House
Joe Califano
Transportation
Alan Boyd
Corry Evening Journal Masthead and publication note
The Corry Evening Journal announces masthead details including publisher George B R Sample general manager William Eaton and staff roles Advertising Manager John McLoughlin and production leads. It notes Associated Press exclusive rights and print policy with pricing and advertising deadlines.
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Corry
Milton Berle A Look At A tv Icon And His Life
Jim Bishop recalls Milton Berle at the height of his fame with Texaco Star Theatre and traces Berle’s rise from Harlem origins to Broadway success. The piece notes his jokes, stage routines, personal quirks, family, marriages, adopted children, and a life steeped in show business as he ages in Beverly Hills.
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Texaco Star Theatre
United States
Berle
West 118Th Street
Harlem
Moses Berlinger
Sadie Glantz Berlinger
Palace Theatre
Milton
Fort Lee, Nal
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Ruth Cosgrove
Ruth
Vicki
le Lycee School
Los Angeles
Billy Berle
Bishop Fulton J. Sheen
Uncle Miltie
Uncle Fultie
Beverly Hills
Harry Richman
Bill Robinson
Velez
Yolanda
Smith and Dale
Senor Wences
Pearl Bailey
Our Man In Harrisburg on Shafer Tax Plan Debate
Harrisburg commentary argues Governor Shafer did not propose a tax program with his 1.8 billion general fund budget. Democratic lawmakers claim this abdicates legislative responsibility, while others cite constitutional limits and say he may present future revenue plans. The dispute centers on executive versus legislative duties and precedent.
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Harrisburg
Shafer
Pennsylvania
Executive Branch
Today In History Highlights From April 17
On this date in 1784 French captured the English fort on the site of present Pittsburgh. In 1790 Benjamin Franklin died in Philadelphia. In 1861 Virginia seceded from the Union. In 11, Yugoslavia’s army surrendered to the Nazis. In 1943 American bombers attacked Palermo. In 1945 the US announced Japan lost over 200 planes in a single Okinawa raid. Ten years ago offshore Gulf drilling rig collapse killed workers. Five years ago US court convicted Capt Joseph Kauffman of spying for East Germans. One year ago Gomulka denounced Cardinal Wyszynski as an irresponsible sower of discord.
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Virginia
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Army
Yugoslavia
Palermo
Sicily
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Okinawa
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Mississippi River
Wiesbaden
West Germany
Air Force
Joseph Kauffman
Poland
Wladyslaw Gomulka
Cardinal Wyszynski
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