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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1967
Page
2
In Our Opinion the Shamokin NewsDispatch denounces national labor unions for monopolistic power and ultimatum driven bargaining. It argues federal mediation findings are ignored and warns against a labor or industrial dictatorship endangering national welfare.
Harrisburg columnist notes Pennsylvania lawmakers near mid year have produced little of substance in the 1967 session. Budget and Shafer tax plan stalled, leadership in both chambers dominates debate while rank and file members struggle to act.
The piece recounts President Johnson ordering U S Air Force planes to drop water and food to Egyptian soldiers in the Sinai, but State Department red tape and Red Cross delays halted the mission. It notes bureau cratic meetings prolonged action and questions how many Egyptians died awaiting relief. It also covers a separate House vote on criminal penalties for flag desecration and quotes Justice Jackson on dissent.
Lawmakers from both parties face scrutiny as they campaign for next year and seek to shape a record. The debate centers on how to frame the current session’s acts and outcomes amid election-year messaging.
On June 20 events include the French Revolution beginning in 1789 and Maryland’s grant to Lord Baltimore in 1692. Other marks note Victoria becoming queen in 1837, West Virginia’s statehood in 1863, Alaska purchase treaty in 1867, Guam seizure in 1898, Fanny Brice Broadway debut in 1919, and De Gaulle’s 1966 Moscow visit.
Paul Harvey argues incumbents push unity on foreign affairs while American voters demand accountability at the polls. He criticizes Republican and Democratic hesitation, cites Nixon's stance, and urges clear alternatives to escalation, negotiating while showing restraint without rewarding political denigration.
Hal Boyle notes Jimmy Brown the Negro fullback now pursuing acting after quitting football at peak fame. Brown discusses The Dirty Dozen earnings, future screen roles, and his need to gain experience, while noting weight loss and camaraderie with fellow actors and his role as national chairman of the Negro Industrial and Economic Union.
City Council will open bids for materials for the North Center street bridge over Bear Creek. Street department crews will build it and launch is expected soon. Carmen Hill, former local boy, is among National League pitchers leaders with a .294 average, top hitter among the Buelingers.
A health column warns against rapid tanning and sunburn risks from UV exposure. It offers prudent exposure times, protection tips, healing steps for mild burns, and cautions about skin types, followed by general health notes and advice to consult a personal doctor.
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