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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 18, 1970
Page
2
In Our Opinion, Nixon seeks to balance the 1971 federal budget and fund promised postal raises without new taxes. A secret breakfast with GOP leaders explores estate and gift tax acceleration as a one shot revenue move, though Byrnes warns it could unleash capital tax reforms in an election year.
In a secret session Nixon urged Republican leaders Williams Scott and Ford to back a revenue plan, including a 10 cent first class stamp, arguing pay-as-you-go footing while noting election-year hurdles and a contested junk mail critique. The piece notes El Paso Natural Gas court orders, DOJ delays, and historic Supreme Court actions.
A reader salute highlights the quiet volunteers and unseen workers who helped during Easter Sunday disaster Apollo 13 and various emergencies. It honors back‑up crews, NASA staff, pit crews, plant workers, and unnamed heroes who performed selflessly, often without praise or recognition.
Paul Harvey argues that despite a recession, Americans have faced downturns every few years and must push harder. He cites shifting job markets, college grads facing fewer hires, and calls for workers to quit excuses, pound pavement, and strive to grow despite a 10 percent decline in business. He urges practical effort over despair.
A daughter was born this morning at Corry Hospital to Mr and Mrs Sylvester Frontera of AD 3 Corry. The April meeting of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Corry YMCA was held Monday evening at the East South street home of Mrs Arthur C Burgess with 22 members and two guests. Bill Morgan 15 of Pittsfield landed a large 26 1 2 inch brown trout weighing 6 1 2 pounds dressed. Postmaster C S Bentley received a bouquet as his reappointment was confirmed. Wilbur Lathrop 15 son of Mr and Mrs Frank Lathrop displayed a 21 1 2 inch brown trout weighing 3 14. The Journal notes end with a local reader invitation.
A former Canal Zone clerk recalls General Eisenhower's surprise 1948 visit to Quarry Heights. Eisenhower met staff, spoke on the lawn, and shared a Tamborito dance with a Panama school, while Mamie enjoyed local food and recipes. The wife later received an $85 solid gold brooch as a memento from teachers.
The Corry Evening Journal lists staff and ownership details including Publisher George Sample General Manager William Eaton and City Bayfor John McLaughlin Pressroom Foreman The Associated Press receives republication rights for AP dispatches and local news. Subscriptions cost 19.00 yearly by mail 317.00 in advance with display advertising deadlines noted.
A bequested person who cannot pay inheritance tax and admin fees must have those costs paid before any devisees receive. If residuary estate lacks funds, sale of bequeathed property occurs to cover debts. A guardian may be discharged by the court after a petition and proof of regained competence, with a hearing and medical testimony if available.
The Corry Journal requests short legible letters from readers on a single subject. Each submission must include the author's signature and address for publication. The newspaper reserves the right to condense letters and assumes no responsibility for statements contained therein.
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