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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1977
Page
2
The opinion deems computer voting prone to fraud and hard to audit. It notes weather and Lancaster County delays in Detroit as examples, cites cost and cooling needs, and favors replacing paper ballots with machines in precincts still using them.
Rep. Richardson of Philadelphia reports a death threat to secure votes as Rep. Zeller denounces him and a melee erupts in the House. The session adjourns after heated debate on a budget and taxes. The House passed the budget version sent to the Senate. education bills face tax increases. Additional measures fund welfare payrolls and state programs as lawmakers seek funding while resisting tax hikes. A visit by Girl Cadets and amendments on school terms and compulsory kindergarten appear amid ongoing budget negotiations. Commodore Downs gains note with HB 987 raising takeout on $2 wagers if daily handle dips, aiding the track.
The piece surveys North Korea under a tightly controlled system likened to 1984 with rigid caste-like party influence, rationing, travel limits, and pervasive surveillance. It contrasts with South Korea and notes limited external contact, restricted press and religion, and a state ownership of all property.
Readers discuss youth camp safety citing a 1971 HEW report showing far fewer injuries in camps than in schools. The piece endorses state level safety efforts, questions federal administration, and notes NY and PA hunting for responsible camping standards.
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Jim Bishop recalls Big John Bishop a frugal big spender who kept a hidden stash near 1700 dollars. He bought flamboyant robes, moccasins, and garnet items for others while dining, tipping, and gambling on seats to events. He kept a loose budget and dictated distribution of his fortune to family.
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