Patronage persists in Pennsylvania under Governor Shapp
The piece argues patronage remains strong in Pennsylvania under Governor Shapp. It notes appointments reflecting political ties, naming Attorney General Robert Kane as Shapp’s campaign manager, John J. O Connor as commerce secretary, and James Tate and Gene F Roscioli in high roles. It mentions a Turnpike Commission appointee Egidio Cerilli amid concerns.
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Pennsylvania
Shapp
Robert Kane
Department of Commerce
John J. O'Connor
Tax Equalization Board
Philadelphia
James Tate
Liquor Control Board
Gene F. Roscioli
Turnpike Commission
Egidio Cerilli
Patronage Critique in Shapp Era Politics
The piece argues that patronage taints political appointments, citing Zalmon Garfield's $30,000 yearly state consulting job and travel expenses. It contends loyalty to the chief often overrides public service, noting Nixon’s inner circle and Shapp’s willingness to favor friends over competence.
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Shapp
Zalmon Garfield
San Franciso
Nixon
Price trends and wage policy analyzed by experts
New York AP outlines how rebates and discounts keep prices high amid weak demand. It explains cost-plus pricing, floating interest rates, and escalator clauses as inflationary pressures, then notes Congress staff using government aides for personal tasks amid ethics scrutiny and high pay.
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New York
Council On
Personal servants in Congress raise questions of perks
In offices across Congress staffers serve as chauffeurs and errand runners for prominent lawmakers. Examples include Glenn Anderson and Bella Abzug with assistants handling airport pick ups and shopping. Some tasks extend to laundry, pet care, dry cleaning and even “nursemaid” duties. Observers note line drawn between personal benefit and operational needs while abuses persist.
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Glenn Anderson
D-Calif
Dulles International Airport
California
Bella Abzug
D-N.y
Bella
Deer Hunter's Dilemma and Lt Governor's Power Contrast
The piece blends a hunter’s shift away from hunting with a reflection on wildlife management and urban versus rural views. It cites Bob Hernbrode of Arizona and linking scenes in Appalachia and Chicago while tying in Lt. Gov. Ernest P. Kline's long tenure and evolving duties.
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New Jersey
The Lieutenant Governor Role Across States and Times
Analysis of the lieutenant governor’s power highlights limited official duties in Pennsylvania and historical instances where the office held little real authority. Examples include Pennsylvania’s lone constitutional succession and other states without a lieutenant governor. Legislative leadership is the constitutional path to the governorship.
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China
Shapp
Kline
Ship of State
Malcolm Wilson
New York
Nelson Rockefeller
Wilson
Rocky
Pennsylvania
John C. Bell
State Supreme Court
Edward Martin
U.S. Senate
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Lowa
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