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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1966
Page
2
The piece argues for a redevelopment program to uplift living standards by replacing old, filthy structures with new. It cites a fire scene where garbage was swept from a kitchen floor and links filth to cycles of poverty. It questions whether Corry is moving fast enough, acknowledging relief costs but noting renewal is slower than neighboring cities.
Opponents of a tax increase argue the recent business boom may be peaking and that further government action could curb growth or trigger a downturn. Some economists see fiscal steps already in motion moderating late 1966 activity, while others warn the expansion could continue, fueling inflation. Credit tightens, capacity nears max, and wage and price pressures persist as government persuasion and tax actions loom.
Yesterday's Memories recalls the 33 day old soft coal strike hitting railroads utilities and the steel industry as President Truman signals no new settlement steps. Also notices a store remodel opening at Connie's Delicatessen run by Mrs. Frisina with daughters Helen and Margaret, and local construction and employment moves including Amy Jackson to Farm Security Office and Mildred Morton returning to Berkhaus disposal office.
Police were told by James Dennis that a cash register containing about $20 was taken from the Imperial Hotel at Main street and First avenue during the night. A farewell party for Mr and Mrs Bernard Cox of Concord street was held yesterday. they leave for California tomorrow. Clayton Turner, burned in last week’s garage explosion, is recovering at Corry Hospital and soon to be moved home. Music Week opened with a senior high program featuring Ardeyn DeLury Mrs G B Kamps and Alice Messenger. Haniel Clark Co sold their lumber yard to A F Carlisch Charles W Davison and Ralph J Fogle of Union City. plans to expand were trimmed or postponed. Housewife buying shifted toward lower priced meats as markets report.
Publication and staff details for the Corry Journal and Corry Evening Journal list editors managers and departments. It notes Associated Press exclusive republication rights and subscription rates by mail and carrier with old-style formatting and typographical errors.
Hal Boyle surveys midcentury American life in a humorous Americana column. He recalls memories of a past where a big league player earned 5000 a year and unique quirks defined daily life. The piece stitches together playful vignettes of manners, technology, and social habits from earlier decades.
Washington examines the Ben Dodd financial pattern with claims of raised funds far exceeding campaign needs and hints of personal income supplementation through law practice and paid endorsements from figures like the Teamsters. The piece cites tax payments, donations, and a 1962 letter from Ed Sullivan urging higher firm profits sharing.
May 3 1966 marks the 123rd day with 242 remaining. Notable events include 1919 flight service inaugurating with two women traveling New York to Atlantic City, 1864 Grant crossing the Rapidan during Civil War fighting, 1937 Margaret Mitchell winning a Pulitzer for Gone With the Wind, and 1940 Congress passing an act.
Paul Harvey argues Congress members hear from constituents during Easter recess and return to Washington with real sense. He cites statements by Senators Stennis Hartke Russell DirkSen and Mansfield and Ford on Vietnam, urging decisive action and peace talks while praising the public’s push for accountability.
A 47 year old man recalls his slide from marijuana to heroin as a youth’s struggle with belonging. The piece stresses adolescent anxiety, need for love, and guidance, urging parents to understand tensions and encourage open dialogue with educators and professionals.
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