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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1966
Page
2
The piece questions government penalties against a conservation group for opposing federal dams and broader public actions. It warns that punitive measures against dissent could chill activism and resemble forceful centralized control, risking violence and government overreach.
Hal Boyle notes shifting views on wealth in America from the grand era of one million dollars to today’s era of billionaires. He explains the impracticality of living on a one million dollar income, with taxes and debt eroding purchasing power, and mocks the idea that a single million buys class or security.
The snippet shows the Corry Evening Journal masthead with staff roles and address details. It lists editors and publishers, pressroom foreman, advertising manager, and general office information. Also includes mailing address in Corry Pa and standard subscription rates.
Jim Bishop surveys a nation overwhelmed by opposing currents. He cites the AMA's Medicare stance, civil rights tensions, and political shifts from New York to Vietnam. The piece laments rising dissent among whites and Blacks, labor strikes, and cultural changes as a warning that the will of the minority often presses on the majority.
Drew Pearson reports that Hubert Humphrey and Jacob Javits are openly pursuing the vice presidency two years ahead of the election. The piece notes their liberal records, recent Dodd Klein investigations, and letters supporting Gen Julius Klein including Humphrey’s ties to Dodd and Javits’ brother’s legal work, suggesting potential political damage.
On this date Grover Cleveland declared martial law in Chicago in 1894. John L. Sullivan beat Jake Kilrain in 1839 in the last bare knuckle heavyweight title fight. The Boxer Rebellion suppression began in 1900. Ziegfeld Follies debuted in 1907. Japanese planes damaged two British carriers in 1945. Allied ministers discuss Paris peace in 1946. Steel layoffs near 100,000 in 1956. Civil rights marches in Bogalusa, La, followed by a white assault in 1965.
In the United States the housing market faces tighter financing as lenders report scarce funds and higher down payments. Prospective buyers like John and his wife confront down payments climbing to six thousand dollars and mortgage rates climbing from five point five to six point five percent. Banks and savings institutions state funds are limited while demand for credit remains strong, keeping home sales and construction active despite the higher costs.
A 1926 board of education meeting revealed extensive remodeling required for the high school auditorium to host stage events or public gatherings in the coming school year. Circus day drew large crowds as Miller Brothers 101 Ranch Wild West and Far East Shows passed through the city with a parade and planned performances. A baby boy, Edward John, was born to Mr and Mrs Harry Lillie of West Park Place on July 7.
An employer asks how to help a devoted employee who misses about five days monthly. The doctor explains that anxiety and fear can cause real illness, not just physical disease, and urges directing the worker to a psychiatrist or counselor. The column ends inviting reader questions to Dr. Coleman.
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