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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 23, 1968
Page
2
An op-ed denounces a Harrisburg sit-in by about 150 welfare recipients demanding a $50 Christmas bonus. The writer mocks the demonstrators while attacking welfare costs and tax burdens, suggesting taxpayers deserve a bonus or medal for “guts” over the issue.
A New York AP column laments early Christmas decorations before Thanksgiving. It argues Thanksgiving remains a distinct, crucial American holiday tied to harvest, unity, and national spirit, despite store displays and festive pressure. The piece urges balance in honoring both holidays without diminishing either.
In face of a rising city levy a $600 yearly salary raise and a councilman’s possible resignation to become street commissioner at $5,000 or $3,200 are debated. A City Recreation Basketball League meeting at Rik Restaurant drew 28 attendees. A United Nations panel was hosted by the College Women's Club at Mrs. E. H. Harmon’s East Smith Street home.
An editor recounts delaying a Nixon health column after campaign scrutiny. He details calls with Dr. Hutschnecker, Nixon's denial of psychiatric treatment, and later information suggesting prior consultation. He argues Presidents should disclose health facts, likening to Eisenhower and criticizing denials.
Fragmentary OCR text from the Corry Evening Journal shows masthead and publication notes, including advertising terms and pricing. The readable portion lacks a coherent story but confirms local news sourcing by the Associated Press and standard billing details for single copies and weekly delivery.
The statement expresses sympathy for President Nixon noting the mental strain of high office and praising his efforts to address stress. It references readers of Bobby Kennedy's The Cuban Missile Crisis to illustrate the pressure faced by U.S. leaders.
An essay argues skyjacking risks rise with growing air travel and varied motives. It calls for covert surveillance to detect weapons without alarming passengers, notes past incidents, and highlights limits of laws and agencies while referencing FAA, ATA, Congress, and ALPA. It suggests radiographic screening and floor fortress ideas as possible paths.
CY HALL DAVE JOHNSON answers reader questions on Corry PA finances. The 1969 city budget rises to 499,93.77 from 450,382.35, an 8.8 percent increase driven by higher salaries, added services, and inflation. Federal and state influence cited. street maintenance and ambulance service add costs. humane society opposes trapping on Wright Street.
On this date in 193, U S Marines seized Tara island in the Pacific War ending in American victory. Other items note the 1714 Minutemen formation, 1604 Franklin Pierce birth, Lookout Mountain battle start in 1663, 189 death of King William II and Wilhelmina succession, 1940 Romania joining the axis, and JFK death observances five years ago with his body lying in state at the White House Boat Room.
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