Publicity mills in for scrutiny under Shafer study
The Pennsylvania governor has ordered a study of state publicity to curb overactivity. E William Lindeburg of the Department of Labor and Industry will lead the survey. Annual releases approach 6,380 with 1,142,962 mailings costing about 98,200 dollars. Shafer aims to save 12,728 next year including 18,000 in postage. The Journal notes widespread mailings and puff pieces while pledging to examine the effort.
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Pennsylvania
Capitol
Raymond Shafer
Shafer
E. William Lindeberg
Department of Labor and Lidustry
Hugh Flaherty
Legislative Affairs
Journal
Christmas Concert Delights Junior High Chorus
A reader recounts attending the annual Christmas Concert by the Music Department of their Junior-Senior High School. The eighth grade daughter Janet felt nerves yet the chorus impressed with neat blue and white uniforms and disciplined practice. The program blended classical and modern Christmas pieces.
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Janet
Concert at the Corry High School Bridges Generational Gap
The Corry community enjoyed a school concert praised for its entire cast and direction by Miss Dwyer and Mr Brunswick. Audience participation spread cheer as volunteers joined the chorus, reflecting interest in local schools and the value of youth achievement amid changing times.
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Miss’ Dwyer
Mr. Brunswick
Corry
America
Nixon In Political Squeeze Hawks See White House Stand
Senators Goldwater and Tower view White House talks as signaling a firm stance against Communists. The House Foreign Affairs Committee plans an Asia study mission post Christmas with a jet and wives, routing via Tokyo Hong Kong Bangkok and Rome, under a Cromer memo. Reports of GI heroin deaths in Saigon are unverified. Army found only a few dozen addicts among Vietnam GIs. VFW chief Gallagher endorses Young Americans for Freedom, risking tax status. France faces renewed pressure over nuclear testing as De Gaulle era ends and Pompidou moves to modernize its arsenal.
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Saigon
Vietnam
Boy Scouts
VFW
Ray Gallagher
Young Americans For Freedom
Gallagher
YAF
SDS
Charles de Gaulle
France
United States
Japan
Rent controls to lift in Corry and Erie County
Erie County Rent Advisory Board indicated rent controls will be lifted early next year in Corry and nearly all Erie County areas. The Corry Junior High dribblers extended a three game win streak with a 26 22 victory over Meadville on the sub high boards. Mrs Morris Bansteel hosted 12 Readers at North Center street with Mrs W G Arnold assisting. James Lewis arrived in Corry for a Christmas vacation from Allegheny College Meadville. Mrs John Boland Jr will lead the Ladies Auxiliary of the Veterans of Foreign Wars after being elected at the recent club meeting.
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Corry
Erie County
Erie County Rent Advisory Board
Meadville
James Lewis
B.J. Lewis
Allegheny College
John Boland, Jr
Ladies’ Auxiliary of the Veterans of Foreign Wars
Tough year ahead as anti crime stance grows in 1970
The piece argues 1970 will be remembered for a shift to toughness against crime and perceived wrongdoing. It cites public backlash against police brutality, university protests, and aggressive actions by officials, noting examples from Akron, Santa Cruz, and Cannon Air Force Base, with the FBI and public figures pushing back against crime syndicates and perceived leniency.
Crucial days for Nixon program in stalled economy
New York report outlines the Nixon administration's economic plan aimed at curbing inflation. It notes consumer and business demand easing little, rising prices persisting, and lawmakers debating Social Security increases while the Fed shows split views on money supply. The piece stresses the need for painful measures to achieve long term stability and questions whether the public will endure it.
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New York
Nixon
Congress
Federal Reserve
Fed
What Is The Law? Liability For Political Ads And Property Claims
A columnist explains that a person who pays for a political ad may be liable for libel if damages occur, while the newspaper’s liability hinges on proving actual malice or reckless disregard. A recent ruling found mere negligence in checking ad accuracy does not prove recklessness. It also notes a man who finances a friend’s home could leave his wife or children a claim, depending on tenancy and will. The Corry Evening Journal details paper staff and subscription info.
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Finch
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Mike Mansfield
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R-Vt
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Harry C. Cromer
Morgan
D-Pa
Asia
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Murphy
D-Ill
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