Broader Food Stamp Extension Blocked by House Panel
The House Agriculture Committee rejected a four year food stamp extension with no ceilings, opting to keep current limits and moving toward debate on a later stage. A final vote was anticipated after possible changes aimed at excluding college students and strikers from eligibility. The panel also backed a one year farm program extension and awaits House consideration this week.
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House Agriculture Committee
John G. Dow
Agriculture Unit
Decision Due On Welfare Office Site In Kanawha County
The Kanawha County Court may decide Thursday where to locate a larger county welfare office. The State Welfare Department operates the office and the 210 Hale Street site is too small. Commissioner McLaughlin criticized delays as the court plans a meeting at 10 30 a m with a welfare official to set renovation expenditure limits.
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J. Kemp] McLaughlin
State Welfare Department
Cancer facts that could save your life featured in Reader's Digest
In Time to Change Our Attitudes Toward Cancer the July issue details new diagnostic techniques for detecting cancer early and urges awareness. The feature is part of a 43-article spread including What Makes The Perfect Wife and nursing home guidance, with a promotion for the current issue.
Budget Ax Falls Heavily on Education Welfare
Washington debate over a $17 billion appropriation with a $6 billion requirement cuts welfare and labor funds, education and social programs. The House Appropriations Committee trimmed $1.17 billion from the budget and $609 million from educational programs. Critics say the defense budget could absorb some cuts, while supporters insist essential social services remain protected. Leaders sparred over the scope and impact, with Mahon defending the panel’s action and opponents warning of broader harm.
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Melvin R. Laird
R-Wis
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