News Editors Seek Reporter Protection
The Associated Press Managing Editor's Association urged federal and state laws to shield reporters' sources. The group praised William Farr for standing by his story and noted his brief jail conforming to court orders. Awards were given to The Evening Journal and Knight Newspapers for ethical journalism on Eagleton. New officers were installed, including John C. Quinn as president.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas City, Mo
Associated Press Managing Editor's Association
Los Angeles
William Farr
Farr
Los Angeles Herald-Examiner
APME
The
Evening Journal
Wilmington
Del
Association
Knight Newspapers
Knight
Robert Boyd
Clark Hoyt
Boyd
Phillippi
John C. Quinn
Gannett Newspapers
Rochester
N.Y
Richard D. Smyser
Oak Ridge (Tenn
Oak Ridger
Robert P. Clark
Courier Journal
Louisville Times
Louisville, Ky
George R. Burg
Kansas City Star
Journalists Challenge Judicial Repression of the Media
Sigma Delta Chi issued a report condemning judicial repression of the press and government secrecy that limits public information. The Ad vancement of Freedom of Information Committee warned courts and officials usurp power when contempt orders executive privilege or secrecy block news, undermining citizens’ ability to judge events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dallas, Tex
Sigma Delta Chi
Professional Journalism Society
Society
Advancement of Freedom of Information Committee
Dwyer Attacks Payroll Ghosting in State Bill
Pennsylvania Senator R Budd Dwyer denounces a Senate amendment to Bill 2330 that would remove a required payroll employee listing and posting system. He warns against misusing funds and paying faceless staff, urging taxpayers to demand oversight to protect government integrity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pennsylvania
R. Budd Dwyer
Senate
General Assembly
Meadville
Corry
Crawford
Mercer
Senate Rules Committee
Sen
Dwyer
House
Probe Meadville For Runaway Gas
In Meadville six holes 8 to 12 feet deep were dug in a block by Sun Oil Co at the request of the Department of Environmental Resources. Gasoline was found in four of the five holes yesterday. Firefighters worked six hours to investigate a gasoline odor and may dig additional holes next week with property owners’ permission.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Meadville
Sun Oil Co
Department of Environmental Resources
Meadville Fire Department
Beaten In Own Home In Belfast by Armed Intruders
Mrs Anita Currie and her husband Austin Currie suffered injuries after two unknown armed men broke into their Belfast home. Authorities described the attack as a home invasion with assault and burglary elements, and officers are investigating the incident for motive and suspects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anita Currie
Austin
Belfast
County Tyrone
UVF
Ulster Volunteer Force
Currie
Socialist Democrat and Labor Party
German Election Said Closest Yet
West Germany heads to a tight vote as Chancellor Willy Brandt and rival Rainer Barzel race for last minute support amid forecasts of high turnout. Brandt pursues East West friendship and a possible East Berlin visit. Barzel denounces inflation while campaigning in Karlsruhe. A key test is whether Brandt's Free Democrats cross the 5 percent threshold to form a coalition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bonn
Germany
Willy Brandt
Rainer Barzel
West Germany
Ayor
Barzel
Christian Democratic Party
Paderborn
Brandt
Ruhr
Essen
East Berlin
East Germany
Karlsruhe
Free Democrat
Social Democrats
Free Democrats
Robber Repeats, Money Returned to Elderly Store Owner
Gladys Schmidt, 63, was robbed of 2300 dollars while carrying receipts from her Meadville store. Two hours later the cash was turned in to Msgr. Richard Fitzgerald of St. Brigid's Church, and police recovered the money and returned it to the owner. The priest declined to identify the suspect.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Brigid's Roman Catholic Church
Three Children Die in Suspected Arson Fire in Pittsburgh Homewood
In Pittsburgh Homewood authorities suspect arson after a Friday blaze killed Arthur Jones 9 Marilyn 7 and Cassandra 6 inside a frame dwelling. Lena Jones 33 escaped with Jack Wallace 24 who was rescued by a passing garbage truck crew. Firefighters found a five gallon gasoline can in the hallway and estimated $540,000 damage to the house and two adjoining homes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburgh
Arthur Jones
Marilyn
Cassandra
Lena Ones
Jack Wallace
Wallace
Herman Sherer
William Jenkins
Pittsburgh Hospital
North Side
Promise Brutality at Pig Bowl in Eugene
Spectators in Eugene, Oregon, will attend Sunday’s Pig Bowl with promises of real police brutality from at least one prospective player. Admission is free. The event, named by Eugene Police Department Blue Blazers and Lane County Sheriff’s Green Tie, features flag football blending touch and tackle styles. The Blue Blazers lead 1-0 after last year’s 20-6 victory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eugene
Ore
Eugene Police Department
Blue Blazers
Lane County Sheriff's Office
Also Mentioned on This Page
Thomas Eagleton
D-Mo
Dwyer Raps
Phantom
Pentagon
Peter Bridge
Defense Department
My Lai
Dick Fogel
Oakland, Calif. Tribune
News Access Committee
United Nations
U.N
Taiwan
People’s Republic of China
Kurt Waldheim
New Jersey
William T. Farr
Charles Manson
Chuck
Cany
Pie
Luebeck
Baltic
West Berlin
Bad Guy
Corry Motor Inn
God
Allie Palmer
Pat Boowe
Witason
Jackie Giroux
Vino Defilpp
Llanhl Robinson
DM Mur
Bonnet
Dom Murray
Frodo
Dick Ross
Shaeee
Union City, PA
Hartley
Johnny
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!