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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1977
Page
2
Commentary argues for open elections for all school jobs to enforce accountability. Armbruster promotes majority rule in education, proposing voting on teachers and administrators, with tenure a target and salaries and benefits debated. He jokes about rallies and opening positions from kindergarten to custodial staff to vote them in.
Washington columnist links a Jackson police lieutenant's alleged coercion with a broader Mississippi political cover up. The piece names Lt. John Moulder, Senator James Eastland, and FBI involvement, suggesting a high level clash over investigation and potential obstruction of justice.
The Journal invites letters to the mother column from readers but requires clear legible handwriting or typing. It mandates full writer name and address, caps limit of 399 words, and notes the newspaper may edit letters without altering content materially.
Fred Parker, paroled from Ohio State Reformatory, joined a prison education program and began a stock portfolio that rose at least 25 percent since 1976 while the Dow fell. He and several inmates learned from outside speakers, formed small investing circles in the yard, and now pursue finance degrees in Cleveland.
Jim Bishop criticizes affirmative action and federal aid, arguing the underclass spans races and nations. He cites unemployment, welfare, and dropout rates, urging job programs for Black communities while noting historical discrimination but warning against privileging mediocrity.
A personal reflection contrasts two sets of grandchildren visiting Corry and Pleasant Mount. One group seeks rural quiet and nature, the other citylike activity and shopping. The narrative notes storms, safety concerns, and differing attitudes toward weather and liberty, ending with a list of political figures and offices in Pennsylvania and federal government.
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