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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1969
Page
2
The newspaper endorses Warren Burger as chief justice nominee, arguing moderation and conservatism suit the court. It notes Burger’s stance contrasts with Warren and praises Nixon's pick as favorable for the nation and the Senate's confirmation.
Adel Iowa readers react to a proposal to halt cigarette advertising arguing it could lead to broader government control over product ads. The piece cites physicians dieticians and concerns that labeling breads potatoes starches or fats as unhealthy could prompt wider restrictions.
A nationwide Roper survey of 1,500 students and 700 alumni for Standard Oil finds only 9 percent as revolutionaries, with most college youth planning to advance within the system. The study reports beliefs on drugs, religion, sex, military service, and career aims, noting generational gaps and shifting views on business and government.
A Corry Evening Journal column portrays Mendel Rivers of South Carolina as a dominant force in military appropriation, clashing with Rep. George Mahon and blocking probes into naval mishaps. It argues Rivers uses seniority to shield bases and defense contracts, influencing investigations and policy while critics warn of unchecked military power.
The piece urges careful preparation for boating season from Maine to San Diego. It contrasts romance and danger at sea with practical guidance from Away We Go IV, including pre sail inspections, gasfume warnings, compass checks, position logging, safety gear like a fire extinguisher and life raft, and cautious speed to prevent tragedy at sea.
The Corry community learned the 1949 Baccalaureate service program for Corry High School graduates. Rev H Ray Harris will deliver the sermon at the Evangelical United Brethren Church. The Corry High baseball team ended its season with an 11-3 win over Tidioute at Loveland Field. The Young People’s Society met at Mather Cottage with 42 attendees. The Board of Education approved a 150000 budget, kept the 16 mill tax rate and 5 per capita tax. Rumors of the Corry Water Company sale were denied by company offices.
On May 23 1969 a history column recalls events from 1940 Dunkerque evacuations to German invasion, 1754 bloodshed in Great Meadows during the French and Indian War, 1864 Maximilian’s path to Mexico, 1997 Chamberlain’s premiership, 1955 automation predictions by an official, and a ten year ago space mission miracle with two monkeys.
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