Pricing public services to fund city budgets
An Urban Institute study on user charges suggests pricing scarce resources like water and waste discharges to curb usage and raise revenue. It argues airports and golf courses should be self funded by users, while those who do not use services avoid subsidies.
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Whither the Erotic Film and the Case for Meaning
Hollis Alpert argues that erotic films, defined by their primary aim to arouse, clash with art’s esthetic goals. He critiques imagination, craft, and portrayal of sexuality, warning that future cinema must add meaning or risk dim prospects, despite novelty and taboo impact.
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Hollis Alpert
The New Violence in Films Examined by Progressive Critics
A Progressive critique argues that modern movies flood screens with brutality and gore, suggesting little good comes from such content and accusing filmmakers of chasing money. The essay details perceived harms and calls for scrutiny of the film industry.
New Castle News Editorial and Film Violence Commentary
The New Castle News outlines its weekly syndicated content and reader comment policy on Mercer Street, listing staff and circulation details. It then discusses public morality and the rise of violence in American cinema from The Great Train Robbery to 1971, highlighting Peckinpah and Kubrick as pivotal directors.
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Sam Peckinpah
Stanley Kubrick
Democratic foes target McGovern in Miami bid
The piece discusses a push to derail George McGovern with William Scranton possibly leading a Miami showdown. It notes many attendees will be traditional Democrats, but a sizable minority consists of young activists eager to upend established norms, including a clash with traditional Copativation.
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Willaim Scranton
Miami
McGovern
Hells Angels
McGovern Convention Preview and Electoral Intrigue
In a fervent preview of the convention battle McGovern loyalists seek a decisive fight against Humphrey’s push to derail the nomination. The platform credentials duel, abortion policy clashes, and even talks of marijuana legalization frame a fraught, televised struggle as McGovern aims to keep Humphrey in the race while weighing a Chisholm consideration.
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George McGovern
Hubert Humphrey
Humphrey
George Fallace
Shirley Chisholm
Rogan Administration image poll repeats reader questions
The News invites responses to a poll on Mayor Rogan's administration a week after earlier questions. Readers may mail or drop off opinions, no signature needed, with questions covering business climate performance voting history party and residency, plus any additional comments. -Len Kolasinski
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We the Immigrants Shoulder the Indian Struggle
Ann Abraham of New Castle voices sympathy for American Indians and urges immigrants to end character assassination and oppression. She argues whites and various immigrant groups have long robbed Indians of land dignity and respect and that true equality requires white, immigrant, and national self examination.
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the News
America
Righf Uf
Ann Abraham
New Castle
Croton Honor Rell Ice Cream Social Acknowledged
Community thanks volunteers and bakers for supporting the Croton Honor Roll event. Proceeds from the social fund the Honor Roll upkeep, with cakes donated by local businesses and ladies.
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the News
Croton
Thoughts on virtue and society in personal musings
A compact collection of aphorisms on fate, charity, youth, conversation, and human nature. It argues that punishment often rebounds on aggressors, technology must pace with youth, and conscience erodes under poverty. It notes aging, citizenry, envy, and equality as enduring themes.
Eye sore junkyards mar PA turnpike scenery
A concerned citizen urges action to curb junkyards and strip mines along Pennsylvania Turnpike. The writer laments how these sites spoil the state’s scenic countryside and calls on Harrisburg lawmakers and conservationists to limit dumps and exposed areas for a visible improvement nationwide readers can support.
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Harrisburg
Gaston Park praised for cleanup and upkeep efforts
A letter from Marty Hazen of 1619 Dushane St Ext defends Gaston Park maintenance. She thanks Louis Paglia and two youths for summer cleanup, criticizes city for later neglect, cites vandalism, aging shelters, and weeded grounds, and urges continued staffing or park closure if unaffordable.
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