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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 21, 1967
Page
2
An Institute study recommends a uniform national drinking age of 18 supported by the National Council of Churches. New York State’s 18 age is cited as evidence of few teen problems, while the report argues current laws are unenforceable and hypocritical.
The article discusses Governor Shafer's early tenure amid a five month Pennsylvania fiscal impasse. It notes pressure to raise about 200 million in revenue, the Legislature's role, and Shafer's efforts to bargain with leaders while facing party criticism.
State legislators chart a slow tax package with House Bill 1136 on aid to parochial schools and a bingo measure. Key figures include Rep. Stanley Kester and Lt. Gov. Broderick, amid talks on school bus rules and workmen’s compensation, with Governor Shafer aiming to settle tax matters by December 1.
Paul Harvey argues that Taft Hartley laws and labor unions restrict workers freedom. He cites Supreme Court decisions and calls for right to work laws to permit voluntary union participation without compulsion or penalties. He warns of escalating strikes and urges political support for state right to work measures.
The article reports General Westmoreland stating that South Vietnamese troops show improving morale and effectiveness, enabling a potential phaseout of U.S. combat roles if South Vietnamese forces stay capable. He warns Russia and China could disrupt this by sending technicians, while confirming no McNamara friction and noting broader wartime strategic context.
On November 21 in history notable events include Napoleon’s Berlin Decrees 1806 declaring British Isles blockaded, Voltaire born 1664, North Carolina ratifying the U.S. Constitution 1788, Edison announcing the talking machine 1877, Bullitt serving as U.S. ambassador to the Soviet Union 1933, Czech border areas annexed to Germany 1938, and a 10 year ago plan in Washington for a $65 million missile base near Cheyenne Wyoming.
The Corry Evening Journal lists advertising rates in advance by mail and per copy, with 60 cents per week. It notes 1 cent per copy and 9 a.m. deadlines from the previous publication date, detailing rate information and mailing terms.
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