Sales tax dead? split among 13 solons in Harrisburg
In Harrisburg, 13 lawmakers said the sales tax is dead while GOP leaders clung to a slim majority. Rep Albert Johnson claimed 98 supporters, seven short of the 105 needed, as caucus members debated taking the issue to districts. Worley and other opponents argued postponement won’t sway readers.
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le Gop
Francis Worley
R-Adams
Worley
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R-Monroe
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Lerday
Alicus
Wilm A. Bolton
Montgomery
Lever
Johnson
GOP
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Agis
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Jahnson
Drilling Begins on Wildcat Well in Warren County
Work started on the Ore Smith farm in Eldred Township Warren County at Trimms Corners as Mit-Fash Oil Co plans to drill to 6000 feet to test the Medina sand. Two crews will operate around the clock with gas prospects seen at the 5190 foot level, an about 60 day test period expected.
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Eldred
Warren County
Trimms Corners
Mit-Fash Oil Co
White Spitz Dog Blamed For Loss in City
A white spitz-like dog blamed for killing rabbits and chickens around the city. Paul Satterlee of 153 Johnson Street reported the animal killed rabbits owned by a neighbor last Sunday night. He named the dog as the likely culprit and gave officers a description.
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Pension plan delays hit city workers timetable
Associated Press reports in Harrisburg that private pension plans for police and firemen are delaying municipal workers from joining the Social Security program. State official David Jamison says the bureau has run into obstacles in qualifying women and firemen for coverage under the U S Social Security system.
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Solicitor probes Harrisburg on Social Security coverage
In Harrisburg solicitor Roger Brows seeks guidance on how cities should place truck drivers, police, streets workers and others under federal Social Security amid legal limits. Officials note many police groups could abandon private pensions, but some resist. Federal law complicates third class cities with mandatory police pension plans, while firemen face narrower issues.
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Merger of Two Airlines Okayed by Eastern and Colonial
Eastern Airlines and Colonial Airways have their merger agreement extended by five years following an Eastern stockholders meeting. The extension addresses delays by the Civil Aeronautics Board in consolidation. Capt. Eddie Rickenbacker noted a strong first quarter and improved traffic, with summer travel to Florida and southern resorts expected to rise since the promotion began five years ago.
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Truce negotiators press POW issue amid uncertain talks
UN and Communist negotiators report progress on prisoner of war terms as Switzerland’s neutrality is questioned. Officials say talks may lead to a political conference while both sides weigh prisoner disposition and possible remedies, with observers predicting a tentative agreement.
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Taft breaks filibuster on tidelands bill victory
In Washington, Senate Leader Taft won a victory for the Eisenhower program by breaking a filibuster over state ownership of offshore submerged lands. The bill, supported by many Democrats, aims to allow states to claim rights to oil riches within historic boundaries, with votes expected by Tuesday.
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Jones and Laughlin profits rise in first quarter
Pittsburgh based Jones and Laughlin Steel Corp reported 1963 first quarter profits of 85.642 million on sales of 158.914 million as capacity utilization hit 100 percent. Board chairman Ben Moreell told about 300 shareholders price adjustments are warranted to offset rising costs and align with other industries.
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Hospital Plane Too Arrive Today
A large hospital plane was expected to arrive today at Cove Base, about 90 miles northeast of San Manuel, at around 1 p.m. Pacific Daylight Time. The plane carried American troops recently tested for entry, with reporters and photographers observing the departure and the crew remaining aboard. Ambulances and motorcycles stood by as agriculture inspectors inspected the Stratocruiser.
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House Clears D Money Bills
A Republican push aims to cut up to 10 billion dollars from five year 1954 appropriations. The House cleared funding for the Interior Department and judiciary, with further action planned on commerce and financing measures. Senate action remains to restore some cuts. Benchmarks show a reduction of about 400 million to 1.2 billion in various agency budgets versus prior requests.
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Washington
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House
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Interror Department
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Lull continues in Korean fighting amid heavy ground action
American and Chinese divisions in Korea report renewed contact on the Central and Western fronts. Patrols and raiding squads engaged North Korean troops amid rugged terrain as weather grounded most Allied air attacks. Casualty estimates cited. clashes persisted between U N and North Korean forces with limited daylight capability.
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School aides confer over new building plans
In session this afternoon officials debated the proposed 52,000 dollar one story 40 room school building to accommodate about 1 200 students. The issue was cost sharing and final approval by the department and local board. Attending were Corry board members Walter Campbell Hubert Vaughan Louis Mitte Donald Dickinsos and Cornell Miler with local officials present.
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Mental care arranged for returned POWs in U S hospital
Associated Press reports Defense Department decided to send 18 soldiers who showed signs of communist indoctrination while held captive in North Korea to the Army hospital near Philadelphia for special medical and psychological treatment. Top officials coordinated with government agencies before public notice. Families to be notified and encouraged to visit once told.
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KLM Flight Halted Over Soviet Zone Report
Russia halts a KLM airliner en route from Amsterdam to Vienna, denying passage over the Soviet controlled Austrian zone. Officials in the American occupation area say the plane, scheduled to land at Schwechat, was forbidden to fly through the corridor as Moscow ordered.
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Indiantown Gap to Cease Active Operations by Septemper
The Army said Indiantown Gap will cease active operations by September 1 and revert to standby status. The Bitty Training division will be inactivated while the reservation continues for summer training of reserves and National Guard units and for Pennsylvanian military district use. Stormfront hits Dallas area with nine dead and widespread damage from intense storms.
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Dairy tests may continue amid farm testing program
A garbled 1900s style report notes dairy testing ongoing with references to federal aid, state programs, and veterinary waivers. It mentions costs per head and registered stock, the Bureau of Animal Industry, and Pennsylvania funding, with implications for livestock restrictions and waterborne disease controls.
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Vietminh Reds Continue Gains In Laos Invasion
Vietminh forces push into Laos threatening Luangprabang as they seize Bannambac and reported advances toward Paksen and Luangprabang. The Communists seek control of much of Laos before the rains, with divisions on Lamphani soil and up to 90,000 square miles region in play.
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Eisenhower seeks aid budget of about 5.8 billion for next year
Washington reports the Eisenhower administration drafting an aid budget near 5.809 billion dollars to request from Congress for the next fiscal year. Officials cautioned final figures not set, with White House delaying a precise total as defense and State Department aides confer.
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Five Negroes Die In Fire At Kilgore Texas
Kilgore Texas report states five Black residents perished when lightning struck an oilfield home, causing a blaze that destroyed the residence and a nearby 500 barrel storage tank. Victims identified include Christine Beck and several children, with one unidentified woman assumed to be the grandmother. The storm caused extensive damage to oilfield equipment as wells ignited from the bolt.
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Duff T alks With Ike Washington on GOP Finance
Duff spoke with President Ike Washington about the session saying there is no political significance. Accompanying Duff were Phil Shairpler state GOP finance chair and Md Harter Taylor state representative.
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Jtate Chowman
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