Court ruling on sex discrimination in Pennsylvania sports
The Elizabethtown Chronicle opposes the commonwealth court decision banning sex discrimination in interscholastic sports. It argues critics overlook physical risks to girls in contact sports and predicts a decline in female sports interest and potential health harms.
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Court Rules on Girls Sports Stirs Debate Over Nature and Liberty
A controversial opinion argues girls face physical risks against boys in interscholastic events and warns that limiting girls' sports could curb activity and health. The piece also questions radical feminism and its social consequences alongside a broader political note on HEW property losses and a flood forecast for New Orleans.
Weinberger aide memo cites dismal records on government property
Dec 10 memo from Weinberger’s office orders a full accounting from the Office of Education after finding 15,000 documents worth millions stashed in bundles. Systems are inoperative and current ledgers do not exist, with little effort to rectify the situation previously. Six months to deliver a complete tally is demanded, despite doubts about recoverable value.
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Flood covers Middle America acres under water
Paul Harvey notes soybean cropland underwater with worldwide impact as Mississippi overflows from southern Illinois to the Gulf, backing Yazoo Black and Little Red rivers. Snowmelt adds 10 inches upstream. Army engineers face a Hobson’s choice to open spillways, risking Baton Rouge and New Orleans. Local press laments national media attention and bias toward Vietnam and economics.
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Bring Back the Summer Band Plan in Corry
A Corry group urges revival of a former activity, a summer band project. The Fine Arts Council aims to engage local musicians for July and August concerts in the park, reviving Sunday afternoon gatherings of neighbors making music for enjoyment.
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Fair trade laws linked to price fixing under FTC scrutiny
The FTC focuses on antitrust action with emphasis on fair trade pricing. Officials say fair trade laws cost consumers, noting a 1969 report estimating $1.5 billion yearly. They argue such laws curb competition and suggest repealing McGuire and Miller-Tydings Acts would boost innovation, lower prices, and expand consumer choice.
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Fairman
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