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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1950
Page
4
The article discusses controversial claims about sexual orientation based on Kinsey research with endorsements from Dr. Laughlin and cautions from California officials. It also highlights opinion on public attitudes toward homosexuals and a quiz titled How's Your I. Q. with memory-accuracy prompts and a reference to a classifieds page.
A Hoey led Senate subcommittee investigates 3500 homosexuals in federal jobs while the White House withholds investigative data. The panel seeks a definition of sex perversion and future federal standards, balancing public risk with individual privacy amid wartime and postwar scrutiny.
A plea notes government holds 27000 watts of supplies and materials while departments buy duplicate items, lacking a central inventory. Calls for Hoover commission recommendations to cut costs and improve efficiency, naming Corry's lawmakers and Senators Myers and Martin and Rep. Kearns in Washington.
Local youths returning from wheat work in the West arrive too late to join crews. Attorney Walter Scott buys a cottage by Findley Lake for summer. IRS agents check city tax returns as annual audit nears. Rev. Robert Richardson ordained in Erie and to serve Springfield Covenant Church. Phyllis Hill accepted at Grove City College. Dr. Mary Sears earns MD at Rochester. Pennsylvania Rail moves 100,000 tons of ore eastward last weekend. Harvard Commencement honors include Dean Acheson and Romulo. Time versus Daylight Time mix sparks hospital note. Rex Theatre plan rewards local moviegoers with free passes via theater-number calls. Various notes on locals in the arts, business, and public life.
A severe electrical storm struck Corry yesterday causing a resident on Columbus Avenue to be struck by lightning and minor damage to nearby homes. A fire of unknown origin razed a large barn on Lyndon Goldes farm west of Spartaksburg. The Board of Education met to discuss emergency loan needs of five thousand dollars to cover operations for the next 30 days. Summer playgrounds will open next week under PTAs supervision.
The council will operate playgrounds for six weeks with supervision by a trained staff of young ladies. The report notes that horseback riding is gaining popularity among participants.
The Cherry Hill Riding Academy operated by Mr and Mrs John Gripen just west of the city on Lovell's road attracts many Corry youths home for the summer from college.
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