Consumer Advocate bill eyed to police three state bodies
A Pennsylvania plan to create a state consumer advocate would oversee the Public Utility Commission, the Milk Marketing Board, and the Insurance Department. The official could sue on behalf of consumers, issue subpoenas, and influence governor and legislature actions, with 2,500 consumer petitions triggering action.
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Inflation fears and Baltic fate touch U.S. diplomats
In a report of consumer behavior, Professor George Katona notes that expected inflation lowers discretionary spending while shortages spur commodity purchases. Separately, President Ford’s Helsinki remarks omit Baltic independence language, sparking concern among Baltic Americans about Lithuania Latvia and Estonia and prompting debate over U.S. Baltic policy.
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Baltic envoys face fading support in dim mansions
Jack Anderson and Les Whitten report on Baltic legations funded from frozen government assets since 1940. Diplomats fear a future to be accredited only for those serving during the Soviet occupation, while Gerald Ford and the State Department assure they will not forget them.
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Submarine Stories, Navy Laughs, and a World War I Gun Tale
A reader recalls interviews with Admiral Edwards and Admiral Morree about submarine lore and a famed World War I tale of hauling a naval gun up a mountain using bulls and a cunning Spaniard. The piece contrasts the silent service with other branches and notes the absence of a submarine story in the requested article.
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Road Troubles Readers Seek Help From PennDOT Officials
Area readers unhappy with PennDOT may contact legislators and PennDOT officials by phone or mail. Names and numbers include Sen Buda Dwyer in Harrisburg and Meadville, Rep. Fures in Hopkins, and others in Franklin and Erie counties.
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What is the Law for Pennsylvania debt claims after death
The Pennsylvania rule extends the time to file creditor claims by up to one year after death, but not beyond the period that would have applied if the decedent had lived. Generally six years for contracts, with possible one year extension. Executors must advertise letters of administration and invite claims. failure to present claims by the estate audit renders them unenforceable against estate property. Hold cancelled checks for at least seven years as proof of payment.
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