Libraries Struggle as Thieves Hit Shelves
The piece reports urban libraries facing budget cuts and rising costs while thefts deplete shelves. It notes funding shifts to other services, fundraising efforts such as local referendums, and new anti theft measures like electronic alerts and magnetic scanners. It cites bibliomania as a motive and cites a Temple University Law student attempting to excuse theft as sickness.
Congress Faces Doubts Over Social Security Tax Hikes
The article discusses congressional nerves about a Social Security payroll tax increase set to take effect next January. It notes the proposal’s progress, its progressive aim, and the political risk as Republicans threaten to weaponize the issue in an election year. It warns that alternative plans must be ready if Congress and the President abandon the tax hike.
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Discovering Spiritual Gifts in Christian Service
Dear Dr Graham explains that talents differ from spiritual gifts given by the Holy Spirit. Prayer and Bible study aid discovery, with service roles and peer feedback helping reveal gifts. The process may be long but leads to using abilities to honor God.
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Mob tied to Chicago Medicaid scheme draws bloodletting
Investigators link a string of violent incidents to a Chicago Medicaid operation run by pharmacist Eugene Zipperstein and associates. Four principals have died or were murdered in a probe touching a multimillion dollar welfare medicine network on the south and west sides. Police say a hit man confessed to two killings for $25,000 from Dr. Max Kaye, a dentist tied to the case, while others caution against drawing direct mob links amid uncertain witness records.
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Worst oil spill cited as warning in Brittany disaster
The article contrasts the Amoco Cadiz spill off France with the Chevron Copenhagen voyage near San Clemente Island and warns such accidents stem from a new generation of giant tankers. It notes similarities in size, build year, ownership, and Liberian registration and recalls the Cadiz power failure and loss of steering that led to wreckage.
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Carter's Battleground Shifts To Capitol Hill
Washington report on President Carter’s Capitol Hill operation led by Frank Moore. A nine member team refines priorities after a tough first year, aiming to push energy laws, Panama Canal treaties, and a $25 billion tax reform package through Congress with a larger, more experienced staff and clearer objectives.
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