Two heroes emerge for integrity in politics
The Journal salutes Congressman Fletcher Thompson of Georgia and Assemblyman George W. Alexander of Pennsylvania for standing firm against intimidation and opposing a $267 million tax increase. Thompson defied Atlanta Labor Council threats in Washington and vowed not to bow to pressure, while Alexander refused to vote for the governor’s tax hike, praised as gutsy displays of fiscal realism.
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Our Man Harrisburg examines executive lobbying trends
The piece contrasts 1967 Pennsylvania sessions with earlier eras, noting scant influence from departments on Capitol Hill. It recalls 1955 to 1957 when administration heads aggressively lobbied and lawmakers faced constant pressure, and highlights a shift during Governor Leader’s 1959 reforms and the Shafer era's early patterns.
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Glassboro Camp David talks compare Johnson Khrushchev
Washington coverage recalls the 1958 Camp David and 1968 Glassboro summits. Johnson is praised for his diplomacy and personal salesmanship while Kosygin faces Kremlin limits. Vietnam's war looms as the central obstacle to progress as both sides seek peace and nonproliferationa pact.
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Corry Evening Journal notices carrier rates
Local newspaper header displays service charge information for delivery, noting carrier rates and a date. The damaged text also references Associated Press copyright terms and distribution at the post office in Cony, Pennsylvania, with a second-clause mention of carrier seats.
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The Doctor Is Lacing His Voice In Medical Ethics Debate
Paul Harvey criticizes the press for sensationalism in medical issues and urges the AMA to unify its public stance. He notes the overreliance on Surgeon General authority and calls for a single credible spokesperson to avoid the dangers of a Big Government bias in coverage.
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Today in History July 29 1967 1776 1868 1911
On this date notable events include the 100th day of 1967, Virginia adopting a state constitution in 1776, and the birth of Canal Zone engineer George Washington Goethals in 1868. Also mentions the first Russian bat era in 1911.
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Yesterday's Memories of Corry Times Ahead
A nostalgic digest lists notable past events: the promise of a politic al surgeon general and nightly TV audiences, the Ship Y ship launch at St Petersburg, Paderewski's death in 1941, the 1946 Palestine arrests of 2 700 Jews, Italian climbers' 1959 Swiss Alps tragedy, Peru election stalemate ten years earlier, and Britain’s seamen strike ending after 45 days. The Conny Journal invites brief reader letters with signature and address, noting condensation and no responsibility for statements.
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Vaccines and cancer fears addressed by Dr Coleman
Readers ask if vaccines cause cancer or long term harm from polio mumps and other shots. Dr Coleman says vaccines do not cause cancer and are rigorously tested before use. He notes vaccines protect children and urges continued vaccination despite unfounded rumors. He also discusses contraceptive pills and the need for doctor supervision due to hormone effects and individual variation.
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