Nixon names Connally to head Treasury in political move
President Nixon tapped former Texas Governor John B. Connally as Treasury secretary, aiming to blunt Democratic criticism of economic policy. Connally, a conservative Democrat and three time Texas governor, replaces David M. Kennedy who becomes ambassador at large. Reaction at Sun Valley was largely skeptical, with critics arguing it favors politics over policy.
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Corry Board Votes to Sell Personal Property for Back Taxes
Corry Board of Education approved a plan under a 1965 state law to sell a delinquent owner's personal effects to cover back school taxes, a first for the district. The measure targets about 47,700 dollars in back taxes across 1,400 properties, with proceeds aiding a revenue gap while avoiding sheriff sales. The plan also applies to renters’ belongings and mirrors a city sheriff sale effort, aiming to boost tax collection while noting concerns from two directors. The process outlines notices, deadlines, and steps for residential property and trailers, with the plan devised by Director Roger Lansberry, Attorney Frank McKnight, and accountant Joseph Swift.
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PUC Approves Penelec Hike After Suspension Lift
Harrisburg AP reports the Public Utility Commission conditionally lifts suspension on half of a 24.2 million annual rate rise sought by Pennsylvania Electric Co. The firm seeks interim relief to fund essential construction bonds. Final order, refunds with interest possible if the boost is excessive, pending further hearings and record closure.
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Education merger rows bend minds in Crawford County schools
In Pennsylvania, a state mandate to merge Corry Area School Jointure and Sparta Merged School District faces courtroom appeals. The Crawford County court ruled the mandate unconstitutional, the State Superior Court affirmed it, and the case may go to the State Supreme Court. Meanwhile, the 10-year jointure plan is delayed as courts decide Sparta’s fate.
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GOP Solon Urges POWs' Release
Washington AP Senator Robert Griffin No 2 Republican leader urged release of sick and wounded enemy prisoners. He cited about 1,500 missing in action in Southeast Asia and 459 Americans believed held by North Vietnam. Griffin proposed impartial interviews to determine who wishes to return, not forced repatriation.
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Senate SST Opponents Offer Deal Delayed Vote
Washington AP report shows Senate critics of the SST softening stance with a scaled down funding plan, aiming for a House vote on a reduced appropriation. The earlier rejection of SST funding by the Senate contrasts with expectations of a similar margin to the prior 213-174 tally for the smaller package, as representatives postponed action due to a White House reception.
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Thief Robs Police Chief in Lancaster Station
A police chief William Shank of Christiana reported a robbery at the Lancaster police station involving $200 seized from a man who then coerced other locals, pulled a gun, and fled, dragging a man named Madonna away as a shortcut to medicine amid the incident.
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Taxpayers Rally Over City Engineer Salary Debate
City Council hears Mrs. Downey of the Corry Taxpayers on charges that city engineer David Johnson is paid too much. Calderone defends Johnson noting total pay of 821,134 since arrival and that he handles multiple city duties. bids on emergency truck chassis delayed to January 8. Ordinances raise property taxes 2.5 mills and approve a 9 percent wage boost with no sewage rate change.
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Muslim Inmate Sues For Religious Rights
Pittsburgh AP report states in 1967 a U.S. District minister filed suit against prison authorities over religious rights. The inmate is serving a 641 year term for robbery and seeks damages and recognition of religious rights in confinement.
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