States see big rise in per person spending in 1951
A survey shows more than half the states spent over 100 dollars per capita in 1951, with Delaware and Washington over 200. The Institute of Life Insurance notes rapid growth since 1949 and 1950, while federal defense spending dwarfs state totals and wartime postponements boosted postwar outlays. Pennsylvania figures reach 64.90 in 1949, 92.44 in 1950, and 121.07 in 1951.
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Institute of Lilfe Insurance
U. S
Pennsylvania
Tax Dollar Burden Shifts From Local to Federal
Pennsylvania residents face a heavy federal tax share with 80 cents of every dollar going to Washington while local and state taxes total far less. The NAM based analysis notes rising federal costs outpacing local taxes, arguing federal spending often funds unnecessary programs, not war or defense, and highlights per capita comparisons across federal state and local levels.
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Pennsylvania
James A. Currie
Erie Foundry Company
Erie
National Association’ of Manufacturers
NAM
Currie
Mr. Currie
United States
Pennsylvania Department, of Internal Affairs
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State Department of Internal Affairs
Philadelphia
Pittsburgh
Warning Issued On Fireworks In Pennsylvania
Harrisburg police urge strict enforcement of the 1939 fireworks law limiting sale and use to supervised public displays with municipal permits. State Police Colonel M Wilhelm notes ongoing complaints and seizure powers for violators, while defining municipalities and exceptions for toy items. An unrelated line about Antarctic ocean appears in the text.
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Harrisburg
Pennsylvania
M. Wilhelm
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