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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1966
Page
2
The piece questions Senate debates on the Viet Nam war comparing public opposition to Hungary’s 1956 uprising. It argues the public disdain stems from duplicity and unequal U.S. action, noting Hungary received U.S. sympathy while Vietnam faced armed conflict with heavy manpower costs. It contrasts elite reticence with ordinary workers’ perspective.
The nation enjoys broad growth with steel output near yearly highs and defense orders rising, yet auto production slips and home building stalls. Consumer spending remains strong, inventories steady, and industrial output up, but Viet Nam war uncertainties and stock market jitters keep public nerves high.
Letters to The Journal may be published only with the writer’s name and address. In no case should the opinions in letters be construed as the newspaper’s. The Journal will no longer be published in the Journal.
The Corry Evening Journal announces its preview publication with staff details and address at Michigan Square Building. It lists general manager Sam Eaton and editor Allen, notes office near Chamber of Commerce and post office. Subscription options include second class mail and annual prepaid rates.
Yesterday's Memories of Corry recalls the nationwide rail strike threat as unions pressed for action while President Truman had railroads under federal control. Local notes report Corry Operating Co purchasing Bissell Lumber, Mrs. Adam Foradora buying Jewell Flower Shop, and Henry Kennedy claiming a brown trout weighing four pounds from Hare Creek.
Two Corry High School students lead in scoring at Erie East High School as the county typewriting contest results place the Corry team second overall. Dorothy Gates wins the individual title in type writing and Edith Raymond tops the shorthand with a 95 percent average.
On May 18 1917 the Selective Service Act passed and was signed by President Woodrow Wilson. In 1904 Napoleon proclaimed emperor of France. In 1863 Grant began the siege of Vicksburg. In 1914 the Panama Canal opened to regular barge traffic. In 1951 the United Nations moved to its new home in New York City. Ten years ago Adlai Stevenson won decisively in Oregon. Five years ago a southern bid for federal funds for segregated schools faced Senate opposition.
Hal Boyle presents a lighthearted sanity test with dozens of personal questions about gossip courage in crime reading jealousy driving patience and politics. The piece ends with a cheeky note on how everyone may be sane yet question others' nuttiness and invites self assessment.
West Hartford residents expect a quiet scene as United States Senator Thomas Dodd and Grace celebrate their wedding anniversary. The piece recalls Dodd’s political career, past honors, and scrutiny over campaign funds, while the reporter shares personal anecdotes, including a Rome meeting with the Pope and a running joke about a marriage by the Pope.
The article details a Beirut secret session with Assistant Secretary Hare on Asia war risks, Egyptian troop discontent in Yemen, Israel's anticipated nuclear production, and Soviet activity. It notes Barbour’s warning of Arab reactions, the threat of a nuclear arms race, and Euratom’s peaceful promise amid German plutonium plans.
Reader questions cover brisk walking benefits and calorie burn versus slow gait, circulation, and appetite effects. Also explained are basic artificial resuscitation steps for adults and children, with cautions, help seeking, and recommendation to consult formal courses and physicians.
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