Frank Rizzo backs Pennsylvania bingo legalization push
A Philadelphia mayoral push seeks to legalize bingo in Pennsylvania while arguing current laws burden enforcement. The piece questions morality rules, supports charitable group use of bingo, and contrasts with state lottery practices. It frames bingo as a leisure activity for responsible players and calls for regulated play to prevent exploitation.
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Philadelphia
Frank Rizzo
Pennsylvania
Mail bonanza presents Lyndon Johnson preparing for early demise
Washington observers report Lyndon Johnson is quietly getting his affairs in order as he nears an unspecified end. He has sold family TV interests, withdrawn from active business roles, and seeks investments to spare his heirs. Friends describe withdrawal from public life and a sense of misperception during his presidency.
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Washington
Lyndon Johnson
Johnson
White House
LBJ faces criticism yet finds peace in retirement
The former president reflects on his legacy as antiwar protests rage and critics debate his war policies. He recalls personal care for soldiers, lasting social programs, and voting rights gains while facing health declines, smoking, and weight changes. Friends note his growing magnanimity and quiet schedule on the Texas ranch.
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Vietnam
Pedernales
Will the Young Vote by Paul Harvey
An analysis of youth political engagement in 1970s elections. Both parties court young voters while registrations lag. Illinois could swing the presidency with its 18 to 20 year olds, but turnout remains uncertain. Data show low registration among NYC youths and nationwide, with the youth vote uncertain to swing outcomes. The piece notes historical patterns and urges action from the new generation.
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Illinois
Paul Giblin
United Auto Workers
Corry Stirs To New Moose Lodge Building Plan
In Corry twenty years ago the Loyal Order of Moose lodge members voted to push rapid construction of a new lodge building on East Washington street. Also noted were a stork shower for Mrs. John McLean hosted by Mrs. George Beardsley and others, YMCA leaders’ meeting at Riverside Inn in Cambridge Springs, Vern Group’s strong pitching for Corry Merchants in a 4-3 win over Jamestown, and Rolland Gates Jr. fracturing both wrists after a tree limb broke during butternut gathering.
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Clarendon
Charles Warriner
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Corry
Corry Merchants
Jamestown Spider Webbs
Athletic Field
Rolland Gates
Newell Gates
Inflation myths and market optimism challenged
New York AP analysis questions beliefs on US inflation outsized to other nations in the second quarter while listing Japan Germany France and the UK with higher rates. It notes the Dow Jones forecast to top 1,000 this year faded as stock gains slowed amid policy fears and uncertainty.
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United States
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West Germany
France
United Kingdom
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