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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1968
Page
2
The Journal laments late mail delivery with a reader letter from Fairview showing a letter mailed Wednesday arriving in Corry days later. A telegram from Washington reached the paper only after Friday’s edition was printed, illustrating delays in an automated society.
A satirical take notes how candidates issue hailings for legislation or events, turning campaign releases into a chorus of praise. The piece mocks the emptiness of repeated hail phrases in modern politics and the need for substantive action over ceremonial accolades.
Harrisburg and national leaders debate gun laws after the Kennedy assassination. Governor Shafer and Rep. Fineman clash over the need for a Pennsylvania Weapons Control Act, while state and federal measures push to curb firearm violence and prevent access to guns for those with bad intent or mental instability.
Letters to Mr. Fineman reveal names from Communist to Fascist and personal abuse. The piece condemns such harassment of public office holders and seekers as unconscionable and harmful to democratic process.
Drew Pearson reports on a crime bill section proposing an Institute for Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice to study prevention methods over sole reliance on convictions. James Scheuer, Bronx congressman, battles Hoover opposition to win support from Clark and Kennedy and push for modern crime fighting tech.
Draft petitions renew the heated issue of night store hours as Corry merchants seek action at the Retail Merchants Bureau. Meanwhile a police report notes a night burglary, with nothing stolen. Tonight Love Land Field hosts a baseball game under lights between Corry and Franklin Indies at about 9.
Paul Harvey discusses calculated inconsistency in military and commerce as a tactic. He cites Cold War Russia and U S reluctance in Vietnam, arguing the need to apply a consistent bold approach and avoid predictable responses. He compares tactics to the auto trade and calls for Americans to adopt decisive action rather than retreat.
On the eve of retirement, Hal Boyle humorously contemplates Ned’s long career and the mixed reactions of friends. Jokes about cash, gifts, and postwork plans mix with wry reflections on work life and the office water cooler.
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