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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1968
Page
2
In Our Opinion the Corry and State Police will be out in full force this Labor Day weekend. Higher police coverage and more officers aim to reduce highway casualties, but driver behavior ultimately determines the toll. We urge area drivers to cooperate to protect lives.
An editorial argues that avoiding jury duty or civic obligations is unfair to others and to society. It states jury duty is a fundamental right and duty guaranteed by government, requiring every citizen to participate.
Harrisburg column reports a mass exodus as state workers take extended Labor Day weekend. The piece reviews Pennsylvania debt totals at about 2 billion dollars, with bonded indebtedness across several state authorities, plus education enrollment and bus transportation figures from the Department of Public Instruction and pardons board actions on parole eligibility.
Drew Pearson examines how the 1968 Democratic split in Chicago could shape the November vote. He notes lingering bitterness between McCarthy and Humphrey supporters, the appeal of McGovern and McCarthy among students and middle class, and the risk to the party as factions age.
The Corry Evening Journal lists publishers and editors with Associated Press rights. It notes subscription rates and delivery details, advertising deadlines, and a prompt for new display advertising inquiries upon request.
Jim Bishop argues violence is endemic and impulsive, driven by excitement and power. He cites Berkowitz and Breslin, notes triggers from "Yes" and "No" responses, and contrasts public brutality with fascination in sports, acting, and history without graphic detail.
A crowd of about 1500 gathered at Mead Park for memorial dedication services by the Corry Women’s Victory Club honoring 50 area service members who died in the war. Also noted are a birthday dinner for Mina L. Terry and Harriet L. Myers and Fack Castor winning the Corry Country Club championship 5 and 4 over Dick Bachemer.
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