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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1973
Page
2
The WENAUSKEE JOURNAL urges caution over a proposed gas tax increase in Harrisburg. It argues the state already has millions in tax revenue and complains about ongoing political bickering over rebates. The piece warns that raising the tax may be the final straw for Pennsylvanians.
NYSE and other exchanges grapple with ground rules for a consolidated ticker tape and the shift away from fixed commission rates set for April 30 1975. SEC chairman Ray Garrett warns of confusion and bickering as brokers face reforms that may force adaptation or exit amid proposals to allow trading of listed stocks outside floors.
Spiro Agnew traveling with Secret Service and two bodyguards caused a line disruption at New York LaGuardia on December 6 as two Senate aides were bumped from a 4 p.m. shuttle to Washington. An Eastern Airlines spokesman said special security requests prompted the seating favoritism, while a Secret Service spokesman cited security needs. The incident mirrors broader reports of privileged travel, including claims that Rep. John McFall arranged airline help for lawmakers during adjournment and holidays.
In Corry on December 15, 1953, a temporary arrangement keeps garbage pickup on current terms and the $15 residential fee through July 1 after talks among Victor Slye Mayor Kinley and Mayor-elect Cherry. A snowstorm blankets the district with eight inches by noon. Stores report strongest holiday trade yet as evening merchant activities approach. Robert A. Ott named Erie County Property Owners Association second vice president.
A reflective piece questions whether elected officials should disclose medical records and mental health details. It cites past public debates over presidents and candidates, noting sensational coverage and the stigma around mental illness, while highlighting the tension between privacy and accountability in high office.
A stream of brief vignettes portraits simple joys from sunshine and cake to a child’s chant and a bird’s flight. The piece ends with a formal thanks to lawmakers and officials including Schweiker Scott Vigorito Shapp Dwyer Hopkins and others in Washington and Harrisburg.
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