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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1962
Page
4
An editorial from Corry criticizes rising school costs driven by complex modern institutions and mandates. It highlights a proposed new elementary school costing about 680000 with architect fees at 31200 and other incidentals totaling 28800, arguing that standardized plans and taxpayer activism are needed to curb duplicative drafting and related expenses.
A reader quotes Paul Harvey praising the "amazing American" with criticisms of modern life. The piece contrasts alleged contradictions in patriotism, spending, manners, and behavior, ending by affirming that despite flaws the American remains a decent person.
The Treasury pursues a tax cut program as Cuba tensions unfold, weighing how a local or global military flare could lift or dampen revenue needs. Analysts warn arms escalation might boost defense demand and tax intake, while broader cuts could help spending power or investment. The debate centers on upper versus lower bracket relief amid uncertain international events.
Bear Lake area notes report a church dinner at the Bear Lake Evangelical United Brethren Church with Rev. Harry Bauer presiding over the business meeting. Visitors and local residents are mentioned along with a funeral service for Rev. Aaron McGill in Jamestown.
The article notes strong backing from Jewish Catholic and Protestant leaders for the UNICEF fundraising drive. W P Rickers, chairman, says collection plans proceed apace with ward headquarters to supervise coin boxes and route work for local children. Civil Defense police will monitor street collections to protect local youngsters as motorists are asked for cooperation.
A letter to the editor criticizes Governor David L. Lawrence for summoning Democratic county, borough, and township chairmen to a October 19, 1962 meeting in Pittsburgh. It accuses him of political coercion, questions Civil Service loyalties, and endorses Jim Van Zandt and Billy Scranton’s Republican ticket amid tensions with Independent Republicans of Allegheny County.
Philadelphia legislators and candidates pledged to seek laws ending parole or commutation for sex offenders and to urge a governor to order a new study of sex offenses. Rev. William J. Green Jr. pushed for action after the rape murder of 10 year old Carol Ann Dougherty in a Bucks County church.
Liggett and Myers opens its defense in a lung cancer damage suit in Pittsburgh. Dr. Charles J. Kensler of Arthur D. Little Corp testifies that cigarettes do not cause cancer in humans. He has spent nearly 25 years researching cancer.
Robert Treat Crake, 82, political scientist and great great grandson of President John Adams, died Tuesday in Stonington Connecticut.
George Sokolsky argues the Second Vatican Council must examine Christian history to decide whether Mass should stay in Latin or move to vernacular. He notes how language connects and divides, citing Aramaic Hebrew Greek and Latin usage, and compares Orthodox services in vernacular or historic languages. He stresses understanding words is essential to grasp meaning.
A discussion on translating sacred text from Latin to vernacular languages in Catholic practice. The piece notes the universality of Latin versus the need for meaning, with examples from Arch bishop Paul Aspin and differing national contexts. It argues for vernacular liturgy to enhance understanding while acknowledging tradition.
Rites for M. J. Spaulding were held yesterday morning at Bracken Funeral Home with Rev. Walter Gilliland officiating. Interment followed in the Albion Cemetery family lot. Bearers were Clark Lord W W Waterhouse J Frad Kinley Paul Weber Carton Smith and Walter Tallbacks. Graveside services were officiated by Rev. Wayne Price. Attending were Mr and Mrs Vasilas Alexandria VA Mr and Mrs John Dempsey and family Mentor on the Lake OH Mr and Mrs Cecil Spaulding Mr and Mrs Walter Tallbacka Ash tabula OH and Fred Dailey Eric.
The text lists staff roles and an advertising manager for the Evening Journal. It notes the paper is part of AP use rights, with multiple city offices and production personnel named. It includes subscription and advertising rate mentions and a display deadline note.
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