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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 24, 1968
Page
2
An opinion piece argues promises to minority groups have sparked unrest when not delivered swiftly. It emphasizes education and jobs as essential steps, urges a realistic timeline, and warns politicians to set honest expectations. It states progress will favor the children of protesters first and urges candid messaging to constituents.
Harrisburg reports uncertainty surrounds Pennsylvania statewide candidates as the political winds fail to show a clear direction this year. The piece critiques citizen passivity and party handlers shaping public messaging while voters waver between parties and positions.
In Harrisburg the write up notes mixed signals as state hopefuls face uncertain momentum. Democrats show a historic edge in registration yet remain unsure how campaign currents shift while Republicans hope for Nixon era turnout. Polls are described as skittish with no clear edge for either party.
Drew Pearson details alleged misuses by Rep. John Buchanan of Alabama in 1967 68, including personal bills paid with campaign money and unrecorded expenses. The investigation cites a $1000 loan paid to cover slush funds, unlisted billboard costs, and a pattern of relying on a friend who later embezzled, raising ethics concerns about fundraising practices and fund handling.
Paul Harvey recalls a quiet Kansas City dining room where a young woman and her parents sample exotic cocktails. The scene exposes the subtle pressures of social display and the drift from innocent adventure to a camouflaged hazard as a lively setting masks questionable temptations. The memory lingers in vivid detail of drinks, decor, and a moment of naive romance.
The Corry Community Chest directors plan a two week drive from October 14 to fund relief for storm victims. The Corry High football team hosts North East, aiming for a 2 1 record as about 200 fans are expected. A railroad derailment near the Kurtz plant disrupted freight service. The Erie yard quota struggle dates back to September 24, 1928 with only a few dollars raised so far.
New York AP profile on Peter Ustinov, the versatile actor writer and director hailed as a Renaissance man of theater. The piece notes his 25th film Hot Millions and 20th play The Passion According to Pontius Pilate, along with his mix of talents and his call for tolerance and individuality amid modern conformity.
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