This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 9 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1973
Page
2
Jeffrey Hart analyzes the amnesty debate as the Vietnam War ends. He contrasts pro amnesty appeals for healing with the reality of exiles who, he argues, carry irreconcilable anti American views. He distinguishes deserters who should face military justice from draft dodgers seeking a private foreign policy.
Congressman Howard Robison argues amnesty could heal national rifts from the Vietnam era and urges an atmosphere where disagreements fade. He cites about 15,000 potential amnesty beneficiaries, supports contingent service, and distinguishes deserters from those who fled service.
In the Congressional Record excerpt, Hon. Wilmer Mizell notes North Carolina's joint resolution opposing amnesty for those who illegally avoided induction or deserted from the U.S. armed forces. The document approves the joint resolution 32 and 385, directs the secretary of state to send copies to federal and state leaders, and states the measure becomes effective upon ratification.
A brief remark notes that people often find amusement in their own biases, reflecting on social behavior and the ease with which prejudice can become a source of entertainment. It suggests a critical view of such pastime.
The New Castle News outlines syndicated column policy and reader letters, naming staff including Richard E. Rem Yaedent and Jesse Treadwell, with roles for publisher, treasurer, secretary, and editors. Subscriptions list home delivery, weekly price, and rail rates for Lawrence County and other areas.
Readers vote on amnesty for men who fled to Canada or Sweden with two options Yes No for unconditional amnesty or conditional amnesty requiring service in Peace Corps VISTA or other social programs. The questionnaire is directed to Managing Editor Len Kolasinski at the New Castle News Editorial Department.
A long editorial weighs amnesty for Vietnam era deserters and draft dodgers. It argues individuals deserve review, favors conditional or absolute outcomes only after contrition, and cautions against blanket forgiveness while noting historical precedents and political caution. The piece contrasts desertion with exile and cites polls and expert quotes to frame a cautious path.
A chronological list recounts various amnesty and pardon actions from 1795 to 1952 across multiple administrations. Entries cite deserters, rebels, draft evaders, and ex-convicts receiving pardons, amnesty, or restored duties under Lincoln, Johnson, Coolidge, Truman, and others, with dates and scope.
United States Attorney Richard L. Thornburgh announced that June 29 marks a critical cutoff for at least 76 Western Pennsylvania residents who failed to comply with local draft orders. Induction authority expires June 30, giving violators one last chance to surrender for immediate induction and avoid felony charges, provided they act in good faith and are accepted by the army before the deadline.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.