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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1968
Page
2
Our Opinion argues that Pennsylvania taxpayers face waste in building projects funded by the General State Authority. It cites air conditioning desertions and inflated costs in California State College as examples, claiming a statewide con game. The piece predicts the GSA will crack down and urges readers to shout AMEN.
A Corry girl and another from Spartansburg will receive degrees at Edinboro State College ceremonies. Betty Davis Bair and Helga Behold are among 136 graduates. The Bowl-Aire lanes owner defends 18 under rule for pool. Civil Defense plans monthly speaker series starting with Cpl. Hornick on traffic safety. Local taxpayers visit the Municipal Building to file taxes. Union City sled area and Corry concerns noted. Aliens in western PA urged to file address reports by Jan 31 under 1952 act. 40 000 expected in 1968. Mary Davidson from Corry serves at Lake Erie College. Oil wells on the Rouse Home property yield $480,000 in royalties. Police safety tip warns careful backing from driveways. Sgt. Magee promoted to staff sergeant. Sgt. Woods stationed in Vietnam. Unemployment tax report deadline looming for Pennsylvania employers. Bruce Dearing aims to maintain humanistic emphasis at Harpur College.
A Corry native cited in Time Magazine on higher education. North Hills Golf Commission keeps current rates while evaluating new dues. YMCA sauna rate changes spark interest. chatter links Raymon division of Associated Spring to automakers. ministers announce May congressional bids. local figures Tipton and Clark possibly seek party posts.
The piece contrasts historic revolutionary voices with modern protesters amid Vietnam era turmoil. It argues nonviolent protest is legitimate within a republic, condemns looting and violence, and calls for unity against piracy while noting political gridlock and the frustration of being old enough to fight but not vote.
Official paper approval granted for Company A of the Pennsylvania National Guard with federal recognition set as December 16 after local inspection. Weather forecasters warn of a new cold wave lasting a week with temperatures zero to 10 above. Wholesale prices of feeds for egg and milk producers noted.
Corry City Engineer responds to pension questions for firemen and police, snow plow driveways, and airport size. He notes age discrimination in pension plans, urges legislative relief, explains snow buildup and driveway clog risks, and says Corry’s runway at 50 by 9000 feet may need extension to suit industry needs.
A cat owner recounts adopting a cat named Lady Dottie and the evolving bond with the pet. The narrative contrasts canine affection with feline behavior while noting the cat’s habit of snoring and a humorous exchange about gum drops to stop it.
Highlights for January 27 cover Edison patenting the incandescent lamp in 1880 Mozart birth in 1756 Audubon death in 1851 France recognition of Communist China in 1894 and Britain rejecting a 43 million Polaris aid request five years ago.
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