Agnes blamed for Erie roads far more than she deserves
The piece argues that Tropical Storm Agnes caused roadway damage across Pennsylvania, especially in Erie County, but attributes the poor road conditions to chronic neglect rather than the storm. It notes PennDOT estimates and federal funds, urging targeted maintenance and resurfacing despite frequent floods.
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Agnes
Pennsylvania Department of Transportation
Erie County
Penndot
Rainy day ideas and McGovern’s California ruling
A column suggests rainy day activities for children and adults. In Miami Beach at the Democratic convention, George McGovern won the presidential nomination after Larry O'Brien, urged by Sen. Abraham Ribicoff, ruled on two procedural questions shaping California credentials. McGovern gained 120 delegates and an additional path worth 70 votes by letting the delegation be seated by majority of eligible delegates.
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Miami Beach
George McGovern
Larry O’brien
McGovern
O’brien
O'Brien
California
Connecticut
Abraham Ribicoff
Secret meeting over California seating shifts power in Democratic race
Representatives of all presidential contenders convened as Joseph Califano and James O Hara disclosed O Briens decision. Max Kampelman accused rulings of hostility and implied O Briens actions favored McGovern. Four top contenders face over $50 000 in back Senate pay refunds for days missed campaigning, under federal law deduction rules.
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Joseph Califano
James O’hara
O'Brien
McGovern
Humphrey
Muskie
Jackson
Law on custody and visitation after divorce
A mother who loses custody and places children with her ex-husband and his second wife can reassert visitation and custody through a court action. If the ex-husband resists, the court will determine and enforce visitation and custody rights, distinguishing between custody and visitation and clarifying each parent’s role and residence.
Reassuring economic note belies lingering recession fears
The piece argues recessions no longer brutal for the poor, noting government cushions, market optimism, and rising output. It cites rising factory orders, car sales, life insurance, employment, and computer orders, then warns growth may last only about 32 months before a peak, with Harris Trust predicting continued real growth for three more years.
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Harris Trust and Savings
Corry Red Cross leader chosen for Meadville chapter
Mrs Mildred Alfred executive secretary of Corry Red Cross was elected to a similar post at the Meadville Western Crawford County Chapter during the Meadville annual meeting Her resignation to the local board has been submitted but not acted upon Organizers of the Girl Scout Day Camp announce openings at Mead Park with several vacancies Registration blanks available from Mrs Edward Rossbacher or Mrs Carl Cassatt The Zalzneck team secured a 5 1 victory over Tennessee Gas Transmission in City Softball League action Also mention of 1932 resurfacing aid and political women’s group meeting in Erie county notes
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Mildred Alfred
Corry
American Red Cross
Meadville
Crawford County
Mead Park
Edward Rossbacher
Carl Cassatt
Savings replace stocks in 1970s deepening reluctance to take risk
During the 1960s many Americans bought stocks and mutual funds but in the 70s they prefer savings. Depositors line up at banks as mutual funds face heavy redemptions and funds cut sales charges. Inflation subsides to 3.5 to 4 percent, yet many fear market risk. Dow remains under 1000 as the public stays on the sidelines.
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New York
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