Regulatory reform bill targets state agencies in Pennsylvania
In an opinion this year Pennsylvanias Edgar B Speer denounces regulatory overreach as a fourth branch of government. Rep H Sheldon Parker sponsors a bill to form a temporary committee to scrutinize state regulators and their impact on the economy including the Insurance Department Public Utility Commission Milk Marketing Board and licensing boards.
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Harmful School Fundraiser Letter Warns About Deceptive Offer
A dubious note circulated via a classroom stresses an encyclopedia sale tied to a parents association. It promises a calculator if all forms are returned and an in-school demonstration, while distancing school approval and limiting the offer. The letter hints at a limited time deal and direct parental contact.
Regulators and Oversight: House Bill 2052 Boundary Debate
The piece argues regulators replace law with rule making and outlines a proposed 24 member committee of state legislators and private sector representatives. It would map regulatory activity, assess efficiency and impact on recession inflation and examine overlaps. A report due Oct 1 1977 could spawn a permanent legislative oversight body.
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Parents face major controversy over school endorsed encyclopedia sale
A draft promotion raises concerns about classroom imprimatur and parental consent for home encyclopedia offers. Questions focus on affordability, fairness to rival brands, disclosure of prices and commissions, and potential financial harm if contracts cannot be paid. The piece urges public schools to avoid endorsing a brand and calls for investigations and safety measures.
We the people face home grown threats not foreign foes
The text argues urgent domestic problems threaten national survival more than overseas conflicts. It cites concerns about radicals, freeloaders, spoiled youth, and crime at home. Defense officials are quoted warning of weakness and external threats, with Haig claiming Russians approach.
Hartz named traveling co host for Today show
NBC plans a major shakeup as Hartz shifts from studio hosting to traveling co host duties for Today in late August. He will report human interest stories across the United States, aligning with a broader effort to boost ratings after Barbara Walters departure and a dip from record highs. Hartz cites family considerations and a hope to continue reporting while on the road.
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Ernie Pyle
Barbara Teaving
NBC News
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CIA sex operations exposed by longtime deputy chief
The report alleges Deputy Chief Roy E. Blick headed a CIA sex unit that kept detailed files on "perverts" and "miscreants," with security chief Harald Osborn supervising during 1964 74. It claims operatives used safe houses, prostitutes, and one way mirrors to blackmail foreigners, including a Jordanian king, while noting congressional probes reportedly skirted the topic.
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