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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 30, 1968
Page
2
In Harrisburg protesters urge more welfare funds while some signs claim dignity with money. The Our opinion piece questions the motives of demonstrators, distinguishing worthy cases from long-standing welfare reliance and warns taxpayers may push back as costs mount.
Chester Herald Tribune urges readers to value freedoms in this nation and be thankful for rights to work worship and elections. It calls for daily prayer for peace worldwide so all mankind may live harmoniously and enjoy a brighter life.
The piece laments broad American opposition to Vietnam and critiques political and military leaders. It cites rising antiwar sentiment in New Hampshire for Eugene McCarthy, Gallup polling showing 49 percent revulsion, and widespread public slurs against the President. It contrasts past unity in wars with today’s dissent and fears escalation, urging resolve or withdrawal.
Wayne Township notifies Corry it will challenge annexation near the Municipal Golf Course and recalls Meadville Mead Township disputes. The piece cites local mischief, stray crime, Navy and Ford honors, student lists, and civic brief items from Corry and nearby towns, ending with YMCA tennis court fundraising plans.
Today is March 30 1968 the 90th day of the year. Notable past events include Seward and the Russian minister agreeing to purchase Alaska for 72 million dollars in 1867 and the Treaty of Paris ending the Crimean War in 185? The 15th Amendment was ratified in 1870 guaranteeing voting rights regardless of race. In 1945 Soviet troops moved into Russia during World War II.
Corry PA readers submit questions to the City Engineer and Administrator. The exchange covers building codes not licensing tradesmen, revised urban renewal estimates requiring more demolition, street paving weather deadlines, and municipal dust issues, with brief replies and citizen quips.
Hal Boyle writes that youth is a state of mind not a number. The column urges staying young at heart, citing playful tests of attitude, social energy, and curiosity, and ends with a jab at seizing life and speaking up at a cocktail party.
Edinboro Vets defeated the Corry Rockets 54 to 41 on Edinboro court to clinch the County League basketball crown in the second game of the series. Also notes local street changes, redecorations, and 1928 retail stock sales with brief, period-voiced items.
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