Women's Lib Bid Fizzles in Senate Compromise Move
AP reports a coalition of women's groups rejected Senator Birch Bayh's substitute to the equal rights amendment. They favor the original bill simply stating equality under the law regardless of sex. Critics warn Bayh's language could shield discriminatory practices in employment.
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Heart Group Leaves Corry United Fund
The Northwestern Pennsylvania Association will leave the United Fund in Corry and run its own Heart Fund drive in February. C Eugene Bloom and Hubert Vaughn said the group requested a $1500 to $2000 increase and the local United Fund shortfall led to the split. The Heart Fund aims to expand activities nationwide while continuing in Corry as the sole Pennsylvania area with a Heart Association in a United Fund.
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Spiro Agnew Forecasts GOP Gains At Fundraiser
Vice President speaking at a GOP dinner projected Nixon’s Senate gains of two to four votes and called critics’ views a parliamentary revolution. He noted Republicans lost nine House seats but still fared better on foreign policy and defense for 92nd Congress. Democrats picked up 11 governorships.
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Nixon Orders Cuts in Agency Public Relations Spending
President Nixon directs federal agencies to trim funding for broadcasting advertising exhibits films and similar public relations efforts in fiscal 1971 as part of curbing self serving and wasteful propaganda. He preserves programs that inform the public while targeting puffery and advocacy. OMB Director George P. Shultz will notify agency heads of the withheld amounts during 1972 budget prep.
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Gunfire Fatal To Pittsburgher
A Northside youth, Zara L. Thomas, 20, was mortally wounded by gunfire near his home in Pittsburgh. He died en route to Allegheny General Hospital. medical examiner cites three bullet wounds. A witness reported four youths approached him before they fled. three youths were released after questioning.
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Arrest Yippie Leader Rubin In Ireland
American Yippie leader Jerry Rubin was arrested in Belfast after his seven day UK visa expired. Stew Albert was seized with him while Brian Flanagan was not arrested. Rubin denounced British authority and warned of repercussions in the United States if deported.
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Congress May Penalize Textile and Footwear Imports
Washington AP reports the House will debate a controversial quota setting trade measure aimed at textiles and footwear as the first post election session begins. The bill includes DISC export incentives and ASP adjustments while Nixon weighs exemptions, with passage uncertain amid broader negotiations and potential Senate amendments.
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Two Corry GIs Awarded Bronze Star
Two Corry soldiers receive Bronze Star Medals for meritorious service near Vietnam. Army Specialist Four Thomas C. Bolmer of 7 Chestnut Street earns a second Bronze Star with action near Xuan Loc as a machine gunner in 25th Infantry Division. Army Specialist Four Donald C. Minnick of 123 Park Street earns the Bronze Star while with Americal Division near Duc Pho as a radio telephone operator.
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Freak Fall Hurts Ex Corry Man
A former Corry man suffered a fractured skull after a fall during a visit to St Louis. The descent from the Gateway Arch and a sharp altitude change were blamed for dizziness leading to the injury. The page notes Mr and Mrs Lay Thoane, former Corry residents, were en route to California and visited friends in Missouri.
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Link Suspect In Erie Shooting To Corry Area
Erie police name the number one suspect in the Erie shooting of two officers as a Corry area man with relatives there. Detectives tracking three suspects, seeking the gun or empty shell casings to confirm links. Police say the suspect bought a 32 calibre pistol for 65 dollars to avoid registration. dealer to be cited.
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Eastern DC9 Hijacked to Cuba After Refueling Stop
An Eastern Air Lines DC9 en route Raleigh Durham to Atlanta was hijacked 20 minutes after departure. The 78 passengers and 4 crew were ordered to Havana after a refueling at Jacksonville. Captain W. Mayberry reported the takeover at 9:31 am. Flight 257 landed in Jackson, then headed south for Cuba. Other crew: Flight Engineer James E. King and stewardesses Bonnie Culp and Diane Tiedge. All crew based in Atlanta.
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