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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1973
Page
2
An editorial from the Lansdale North Penn Reporter argues against a new shield law. It asserts reporters protect sources, not just themselves, and warns that defining rules could curb press freedom. The piece cites Watergate context and favors court appeals over statutory safeguards.
Local draft board announces no June pre induction physical examinations continuing a one per month pace. Postal Dept plans a Star Route replacing mail service as Pennsylvania Railroad ends passenger trains to Corry Oil City June 9. Heavy rain drenches Corry with 1.63 inches in two hours. winds lightning and damage noted. More items: 40 years ago 1933 Corry sees oil jobs and public works funding. city council discusses storm sewers and street widenings. Nixon Watergate strategy and White House counterattacks referenced.
Jack Anderson reports Nixon aides pursued a police state counterattack based on inflated memos about antiwar leaders and planned disruption at the 1972 Republican convention. Documents describe staged threats, paratrooper deployment, and minimal violence at Miami.
A veteran dad recalls guiding four daughters through adolescence and dating, from Virginia Lee's matinee date to Kathi at 18, while the family dynamic shifts as girls seek independence. He reflects on the evolving role of a father, the love felt by daughters, and the mother’s quiet resilience. The piece closes with a call to let children fly and a nod to a mother’s sage advice.
A World Trade Week fact sheet notes the United States posted its first century trade deficit in 1972 with imports 52.7 billion higher than exports. In Q1 1973 exports grew 2.1 billion to 15.34 billion while imports surged 16.26 billion, driven by industrial purchases and agricultural shipments.
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