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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1966
Page
2
Rep. Roudebush cites the Joint Committee findings showing 115,549 new civilian employees added in seven months. He notes that since December 1 there have been 96,521 net new hires despite a 25,000 reduction pledge. He calls for more truthful government and economy.
Hal Boyle surveys office culture by outlining colorful coffee break characters in the American workplace. From Genial George to The Big Man Himself the sketches emphasize camaraderie routines and manager interactions that turn the break into a home away from home.
The JOURNAL states letters will not be published in the LETTERS column unless the writer’s name and address are included. It clarifies that published opinions do not necessarily reflect The JOURNAL’s views.
Yesterday’s Memories notes Adm Charles M Cooke Jr stating the accelerated outward movement of Marines in North China does not indicate a Chinese withdrawal. The item also reports the death of Mrs Margaret Duffy, rumors of a panther slaying, property purchase by Mr and Mrs Clare Capwell in Magnolia Bay, and Joe Frisina leaving Corry Merchants to play in the North Carolina State League ending college eligibility.
Aes Calvin Swarm of United Radiator Co suffers foot injuries from a heavy casting at the plant yesterday afternoon. Charles F Hoffmaster of Sunbury to teach general shop at the Junior High School next year. United Brethren Church seeks to obtain the Hatch School bell. formal board application turned to the property committee. Milk dealer H C Warner on Route 6 east of the city suffers a broken leg in an Liberty Street accident. Glen S Owen named to direct Corry athletic program succeeding Charles W Covell after a 6-3 season led Martin's Ferry, Ohio.
This date marks events from 1676 when King Philip was killed near Turners Falls Massachusetts. It also notes the 1891 death of James Russell Lowell and the 1898 Manila takeover, 1914 Britain declares war on Austria Hungary, 1941 the Atlantic Charter draft, 1944 Florence freed, and a 1956 talk on Suez solution by Eisenhower and Dulles.
The article argues July retail sales rose 8 percent from a year ago, but price inflation and a growing job base distort the signal. It notes GNP in Q2 1968 rose $11 billion with 60 percent from price increases, implying real growth is smaller once inflation is stripped out.
Jim Bishop recounts a voyage from Palm Beach to Grand Bahama Island aboard Away We Go. Kathleen and Karen query navigation while Kelly prepares meals, as the fleetness of the Gulf Stream and drifting clouds test their resolve. The journey ends at Grand Bahama Marina with Karen praising their father’s bravery.
Washington column details Senator Thomas Dodd facing scrutiny for double billing travel expenses to multiple groups for the same trips. It cites reimbursements from Juvenile Delinquency Subcommittee and charges to the subcommittee, plus a $100 honorarium offer, hotel costs, and additional trips funded by allied groups. It notes Senate Ethics involvement and prior exposés of similar congressman spending.
A reader asks if accident proneness is real. Dr Dunbar links accidents to emotional strain and psychosomatic factors. The column notes emotional balance affects physical coordination and safety in work and daily life, urging readers to discuss inner issues with physicians.
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