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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1975
Page
2
In our view the growing use of amnesty in strike settlements, including for state workers in Harrisburg, risks encouraging crimes from disorder to arson and assault. Forgiving offenses without prosecution sets a dangerous precedent and undermines police will to protect the public, endangering public order.
A reflective piece contrasts Great Depression era hardship with modern recession comfort. It recalls lower prices, scarce haircuts, stiff clothes, and scarce work, then contrasts today where money exists yet social mood sours. The account weaves in personal memories from Wilson Junior High and broader observations on affluence and gloom. Washington reports reveal CIA operatives using Defense credentials while incidents of domestic snooping draw Pentagon concern.
CIA agents in the Seattle and Boeing areas used DOD credentials to conduct background checks prompting police protests and a blunt Defense Investigative Service memo. O'Donnell ordered regional officials to lie to shield DIA personnel, a directive reportedly from the Defense secretary's office, as energy savings plans draw Pentagon scrutiny and funding.
A long anecdote contrasts rookie police missteps with elder guidance. It recounts a Jersey City disturbance where rookies killed a boa constrictor and hauled its head to the precinct, facing a possible suit. Also: FBI agent Maheu recalls a Phoenix assignment that fizzled when a man withheld a sought girl’s location.
An OCR fragment shows the Corry Evening Journal masthead listing publisher George R Sample editor William S Eaton and staff, with notices about Associated Press use and subscription pricing including mail and carrier rates and advertising policies.
Mrs Sue Cole of Lottsville Pa laments Route 957 maintenance delays after a fatal accident. She notes recent grading and patching but warns of dangerous berms and high traffic from 40 to 55 mph. She questions tax spending and urges safer, sustained road work.
Area readers frustrated with PennDOT urge contact with legislators and officials by phone or mail. Names and addresses listed include Senator Budd Dyiver in Harrisburg and a Meadville contact at 416 Center Street, plus Forest Hopkins in Harrisburg, North East and Erie County listings. Calls and letters target road troubles and transportation concerns.
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