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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1977
Page
2
The article profiles Sam Begler, Shapp's patronage chief, nominated to a 515000 yearly Turnpike Commission post. It notes Begler's long control of patronage jobs since 1971, prior corruption probes, and questions his highway qualifications, amid broader concern over controversial appointees in Gov. Shapp's circle.
The report centers on Smith and mailing clerks argue over a supposed outreach to inform Iowans about disaster loans. Sources claim the mailing dragged weeks and tied up five staffers, while Smith insists it took only hours and serves proper outreach.
The University of Michigan Institute of Social Research study of 134 families for the U.S. Treasury finds 23 percent had no financial nest eggs five years ago, rising to six percent who refused to answer. Economists say the rise in non savers reflects stagflation, high unemployment, and inflation, with lower and middle income groups depleting savings to cover basic costs.
Valeria of the Economic Research Division notes savers cluster in middle brackets amid uncertainty, while Joe Minarik argues this long-standing behavior continues. The piece cites that educated and higher earners save more, with about one third owning U S savings bonds and tax advantages driving discipline and deferred taxes.
The article notes widespread retirements among 56 lawmakers over the past year with 14 more planning to leave. It covers payola from South Korea, the ethics push led by a House committee, calls for a special prosecutor, and DoJ investigations. Budget fights include higher taxes and delayed college, hospital, and museum funding, amid protests over welfare and state payroll issues.
Lawmakers spar over funding for state schools and welfare as PennDOT road troubles linger and a $5.1 billion plan faces delays. Republicans offer stopgap funding while debt and tax questions fuel a 48 day stalemate. Police presence and threats surround the Capitol as votes waver.
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