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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1975
Page
3
Our editorial ponders recent vandalism in Prine Grove Cemetery and other sites. We call it criminal mischief, argue alcohol or drugs may influence culprits, and urge parents to take responsibility as police may only give wrist slaps.
Assemblyman Forest Hopkins reports a Finance Committee hearing on replacing the occupational tax with lower rates. Testimony favored a two to one percent earned income tax while many opposed the occupational tax. The Senate bill was amended for time. Veterans Committee discussed Valley Forge Hospital’s aging home plan at a $370 million replacement cost and $10 million yearly over ten years. The Builders’ Association hosted a legislators’ breakfast. A study on septic regulations and terrain was signed in, two resolutions critiquing CBS The Guns of Autumn were co sponsored. A welfare probe seeks $60,000 to weed non Deserving recipients. Gas tax hikes proposed to fund highways with $200 million extra, plus license and registration fee increases. Studded tires ban and snow plow concerns highlighted. Driver’s license fee to rise to $4, inspections to shift to renewal linked to serial numbers. Public employee strike act 195 to be repealed, with 120 day school negotiation period. No further action outside committee meetings.
New York report flags growing focus on how Americans view their finances as Christmas sales loom. Consumer sentiment remains fragile despite a seeming uptick, with job fears and inflation dulling purchasing, while big retailers like W T Grant hinge survival on holiday demand amid a costly loan and weak August to October profits.
Washington insiders call Thomas Kleppe, once North Dakota congressman and SBA head, a loquacious pick for Interior secretary. He’s tied to the Malek plan and Civil Service clashes, with critics noting selective enforcement and whistleblower firings, while supporters argue he remains a loyal Republican ally.
Paul Harvey argues espionage is age old and public exposes of spies fuel distrust in government. He cites Castro accusing the CIA of 24 assassination attempts while criticizing Madison Avenue ads that push boundaries. He favors civil controls on intelligence but laments blabbermouth Congress. He notes ad excess and provocative TV spots challenge tolerance.
A columnist scatters impressions on TV commercials about social services, a wine brand, and a bra fiber mishap. They critique ad oversaturation, censorship of personal choice, and the need for straightforward product presentation, while acknowledging memorable ads and advertisers’ influence.
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