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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 13, 1968
Page
2
A column argues taxpayers bear the burden of rising rates from utilities and industries. It contends both cite a 10 percent surcharge on income taxes as justification, creating a cycle where the public pays more and more while others profit. The piece pleads for relief from the financial squeeze on consumers.
Four basic rules guide influence in politics. Acquire working knowledge of local and state politics. Seek facts about candidates and issues. Maintain morality and fundamental Americanism to shape public life.
Harrisburg column questions the value of paid state staff on leave for Nixon Agnew campaign work. It cites Robert Kunzig, David Maxwell, and Jack Conmy among others, notes past gubernatorial parallels, and argues lawmakers may delay return as a political stage persists. It also reports Pennsylvania liquor sales shifts from gin to vodka and increases in vodka and other spirits.
Drew Pearson details Justice Department files naming Rep. John Kluczynski and Rep. Michael Kirwan as congressmen with alleged underworld pipelines. Barry Goldwater's ties to Willie Bioff and Gus Greenbaum are cited, with other figures like Ackerman and Gallagher noted.
On September 13, 1968 the 257th day of the year with 109 remaining. Notable events include the 1788 Congress authorizing the first national election to be held January 1789. Also 1759 French Indian War British victory at Quebec and 1814 Francis Scott Key aboard a British ship penning The Star Spangled Banner. Gen. John J. Pershing born in 1860.
Jim Bishop criticizes biased reporting and racist attitudes shaping America’s racial conflict. He argues truth is hard to prove, warns of ongoing riots, and urges education and equality while denouncing white supremacy and black extremism.
Rev James McIntosh to preach at Corry Methodist Church next Sunday per Erie conference traier list. Jean Sue Armitage and George Fox wed at St Pauls Evangelical Lutheran Church. Corry Beavers fall to Warren Dragons 17 2 5 crowd 2500. Senior High adds 7 percent more boys 183 total 20 in senior class. Picidilli Hill chicken raid by Buick thieves under police investigation. no leads yet.
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