Frank M. Clark and the franked mail case
An opinion piece labels many government payments as taxpayer ripoffs and cites the Frank M. Clark incident as an extreme example of abuse in mail franking. Clark, a former Pennsylvania congressman, used a loophole to mail as an ex-member to reclaim his seat.
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Franking Abuse and Economic Policy in 1970s Debate
The piece discusses franking abuses in Congress as a potential political tool and a landmark Common Cause suit aiming to end tax financed mass mailings. It also surveys economic policy questions in 1976, weighing easy money, government spending, and the risk of renewed inflation while considering how to sustain recovery.
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Common Cause
Congress
New York
End the Recession Or Risk a Future Boom Burnout
The piece discusses the difficulty of ending recession while fearing a future boom that could self-destruct and cause another downturn. It notes econometric projections ignore political realities and urges readers to contact lawmakers and PennDOT officials with available phone numbers and addresses for Harrisburg and various towns.
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Carry Area
Penndot
Move to give Kofa Range to BLM stirs watchdogs
Washington notes report Sen Paul Fannin pressed Interior Secretary Morton to hand the Kofa Game Range in Arizona to the Bureau of Land Management despite opposition from Morton advisers. Critics say the shift would aid developers and mining interests linked to Fannin, while Morton cites local support. Environmentalists warn of hidden agendas as Rep John Dingell investigates.
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Looking Back at Presidents and Humorist Shepherd
A Bush-era style column reviews Truman's presidency and media portrayal, noting alleged indiscretions and accountability. It contrasts public memory with past faults and highlights how later figures like Jean Shepherd capture American life with humor. The piece covers Kuralt, Shepherd, PBS plans, and Shepherd’s national appeal.
Television Writer Profiles Public TV Plans and Stars
AP interview notes Jay Sharbutt discussing portable mini cams and public TV aims. Profiles include producer-director Fred Barzyk and tactics to show overlooked American corners, with clips on beer culture and the life of public figures. Mentions PBS projects, a heaven film library concept, and plans for Americana and nonhero portraits. Includes a garbled roster of U.S. political figures and offices.
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America
Shepherd
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