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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 09, 1977
Page
2
The York Dispatch editorial argues crime remains high despite declines and cites the Pennsylvania 180 day rule. Since 1973 this rule has led to 2,200 cases dismissed for trial delays, from murder to theft. It urges the Legislature to fix the loophole to protect public justice.
Los Angeles AP reports Charlie, the unseen boss of Charlie's Angels, is John Forsythe. The actor, famed Broadway and film star from New Jersey, voices the character while keeping his identity a secret. Forsythe explains he agreed to do it as a favor, expecting it to fade, yet the mystery fuels high ratings. He lives a quiet life, is married 30 years, and raises three children, with segments shot separately from the show's leads.
A reader letters praising the Stanford Hose Ladies Auxiliary for their annual roast fundraiser supporting the fire department. Marty Slike, former roast chairman, explains he chose Lou Hanna to be roasted in April and emphasizes he is not a politician. The event raised money for new equipment and tools.
Contact details for Pennsylvania senators and representatives include offices in Harrisburg and Washington. Addresses list Senate and House offices for Schweiker Heinz Dwyer Marks Hopkins and Shapp plus a governor’s toll free line.
The piece warns of 8 percent of annual maillets delays during the holiday rush and urges readers to mail early, use correct zip codes, write legibly, check collection times, separate local from out of town cards, securely wrap and include return inside, weigh at post office, and avoid overinsuring. It cites John R. Strachan of the New York City District and notes the volume handled daily by the district.
A stream of wry maxims traces Murphy’s Law through many thinkers from Doctor Lester Keiser to 1977 Ken Features Syadie. It catalogues pithy proverbs on misfortune, delays, and human folly, noting corollaries and quips about bureaucracy, luck, and everyday mishaps.
Washington era cleanup echoes as Justice Department figures confront accusations of abuse in hundreds of grand jury indictments. Rodney Sager testifies that Guy Goodwin pursued flimsy cases, often against peaceful activists, with few convictions and multiple procedural missteps. Witness accounts describe subpoenas to defense attorneys, immunity errors, and attempts to indict colleagues. A House Judiciary subcommittee hears allegations behind closed doors.
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