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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1972
Page
2
State Welfare Secretary Helene Wolgemuth acknowledges a baseline five percent fraud rate among about 340000 welfare recipients, with Philadelphia and other areas likely higher. Critics like Sen. Richard A. Snyder press for action while a Lancaster County man faces charges for $1863 in benefits claimed via lost mail affidavits. Lancaster New Era
In Rockford Illinois crime fell 2.9 percent in 1970 with 1971 gains: burglaries down 711 to 498 robberies 80 to 64 and rapes from 4 to 0. Police Chief Delbert Peterson cites 22 new officers improved training mobile patrols and community financial support as key factors. Local pride and a new Public Safety Building funded by state aid underline a broader shift in civil authority and policing.
CIA intercepts show Hafiz al Asad contemptuous of Anwar Sadat and ready to act if Egypt attacks Israel. Syrian and Egyptian officials signal willingness to fight, while U.S. diplomacy pushes for a truce. Separate items note Welcome Wagon probes, NSA joke circulation, and an GAO contracting loss amid enforcement gaps.
In a one day Harrisburg session the House faced a rushed vote on a judgeship package tied to Philadelphia and Pittsburgh. A clock in the balcony was reportedly turned back to extend the session, prompting a brief shove and shouting as lawmakers returned for the final tally. The measure passed, with supporters arguing it spurred economy and Senate confirmation checks, while opponents warned of constitutional overreach and costly appointments. The piece also notes related no fault insurance debate and a hunt for further state appointments.
A nostalgic portrait recalls school rules and gossip from the era. Teachers dated players, superstitious kids warned about cracks, walrus mustaches flourished, cultured families prized music, immigrant graduates framed diplomas, and simple toys like red rubber balls brought joy. The piece closes with a reflection on bygone times.
In Corry the 1952 item notes Stewart A. Long, manager of the Pennsylvania State Employment Service office, has resigned to become public relations manager at Aero Supply Mfg Co Inc as announced by W J Irvine, president. Also mentions a birthday party for Terry Allen Darnofall and a D A R meeting hosted by Mrs Frank Loveland.
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