Erie County budget 1972 faces 475000 gap despite no tax increase pledge
Erie County faces a 475000 shortfall in its 1972 budget with total expenditures of 11765000 and revenues of 11315000. Officials seek more cuts and potential revenue while denying a tax hike, amid wage limits, capital project talk, and possible property sales to balance the books. Commissioners differ on year end balances and funding for services.
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Erie County
General Fund
Institution District
A.J
Jake’ Gehlrein
Gehrlein
Fred Lamberton
William O. Hill Jr
Fairview
Lamberton
Leo Weir
Weir
One Teacher Strike Ends in Peters Township
About 175 teachers in Peters Township Washington County return to work after a six day strike over a salary dispute. They sought a 1500 across the board raise while the board offered 1400 and final board ratification was needed.
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Bne
Pennsylvania
Peters ‘Township
Washington County
Armstrong
Armstrong County
J. Frank Graff
New Fashions Look Great On Skinnies
New York AP reports designer Scott Barrie showcases spring looks for women in two sizes. Skinny figures model punchy jackets, halter blouses, backless tops, and bold hats while fuller figures face less flattering cuts. Barrie offers long dresses, wrap waists, and a grey three piece suit as alternatives for diverse silhouettes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Scott Barrie
Dolman
Barrie
PSU Expert Predicts Some Economy Gains
University Park AP report notes Penn State analyst Dr. R Hadley Waters doubts Nixon administration goals for 1972 will be met but predicts meaningful gains. Inflation restraint hinges on wage price boards. 1972 inflation seen at 3.5 to 4 percent with unemployment around 6 percent, unlikely to drop below 5 percent. An annual 2 percent jobs gain needed to offset workforce growth. The economy expected to muddle through with a better fourth quarter and a busier pre Christmas season.
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University Park, Pa
Penn State University
Nixon
R. Hadley Waters
Waters
Lkely
Jamesway Awards Honor Dandee Service of Clymer
Dandee Service of Clymer was named outstanding power boring dealer at the annual Jamesway Sales Award event, recognizing top performance in sales and service for the year. The Jamesway ceremony highlighted regional leaders in equipment sales and customer support.
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Dandee Service of
Clymer
Jamesway
Batavia
N.Y
Robert Bedow
Eldred Roush
Wayde Querreveld
Dayan Denies Illegal Digging Charges in Israel
In Jerusalem Defense Minister Moshe Dayan denied unlicensed archaeological digging claims in parliament. He said he never contravened antiquity laws and rejected Avnery's accusation of amassing a fortune in antiquities. He also denied using military equipment or soldiers for excavations.
Heart Doctor Seeks Bike Law Update in Massachusetts
Boston AP report notes Dr. Paul Dudley White a longtime bicycle advocate asks the Massachusetts Legislature to update bike laws to grant riders motorist rights. White 85 helped treat President Eisenhower and has a bicycle bill supported by six state senators. The proposal would require riders to obey traffic rules and prohibit wrong way travel on one way streets.
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Boston
Paul Dudley White
Massachusetts
White
Dwight D. Eisenhower
Spiro to Award Apollo 15 Crewmen
Vice President Spiro T. Agnew will award NASA's Distinguished Service Medal to Apollo 15 astronauts David R. Scott Alfred M Worden and James B Irwin for a 12 day moon mission described as the most complex and carefully planned scientific expedition in exploration history.
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Washington
Spiro T. Agnew
National Aeronautics and Space Administration
NASA
David R. Scott
Alfred M. Worden
James B. Twin
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PSU
Johannesburg
South Africa
Rand
Johannes Mkonza
Jamesway Sales
Dayan
Ihegal
Hutton’s Furniture
Uslippers
Triangle Shoes
North Center Street
Titusville
Spiro
AGWAY
Ertl
Corry
Penna. Ave
Agway Co-Op
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