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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 09, 1972
Page
2
A Harrisburg debate centers on a television report about lobbyists' sway in the state capitol. Proponents argue lobbyists secure results for organizations that pay them substantial salaries, while opponents warn of undue influence and economic incentives behind lobbying activity.
Washington reports reveal the secret CIA army of Meo mountain fighters in Laos is decimated. From 14,000 recruited four years ago, fewer than 3,000 survive, with many youths and a shift to native Laotians diluting fighting strength. Vang Pao struggles to rally demoralized troops under harsh incentives.
A confidential State Department report notes Vang Pao and Quan Rathikoun shaping Laos under Souvanna Phouma with U S dollars boosting the Meo commander’s influence. The piece also cites frustrations with public depictions of neutrality and a historic White House booklet revision reflecting shift in presidential prominence.
Corry reports note federal steps to crack slot machine activity in fraternal groups. A Kellogg Foundation study will involve Corry public schools next week on administration. Rumors of Marva Oy resurface among local youth amid tensions with Titusville High sports. Corrine Dean, soprano, returns to sing with Penn York Symphony. The piece also recounts Freddie Hoar Hall's family history and vaudeville past, detailing poverty, work, and a Canada-wide journey ending with a surprising family reaction to wealth.
The passage sketches a spoof campaign for Phineas Techumseh Weatherall with mothers sending money, dairy state cheese chatter, billboards, and a fake dread disease attack. It mentions public reactions in Wisconsin and New Hampshire, the show bar anecdote, and a jumbled reminiscence of showfolk life.
Vincennes argues against fat cats and human neglect of families while a UC expert warns pets may be better fed than people. In Springhill the Press & News Journal rails at ultra liberals and conservatives, urging progress on a solid foundation of law and tradition.
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