Pennsylvania House Keeps Speaker Despite Indictment
The Pennsylvania House votes to retain Speaker Herbert Fineman despite an indictment for bribery and obstruction of justice. Philadelphia pressure from Mayor Rizzo and city politicians influenced the decision, preserving a high office for a controversial figure.
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Tax reform changes 76 forms and credits for therapy
Sylvia Porter explains the elephantine Tax Reform law of 76 affects Form 1040 and Form 1000, making sick pay taxable, eliminating child and dependent care deductions in favor of a direct credit, and imposing strict home office use rules. The elderly credit becomes Schedule R, with new rules on who can claim the credit.
Key hints on Form 1040 and new tax changes
The article outlines how the 1040 form changes affect credits and tax tables, noting high adjusted gross income limits for credits, rules for rental property deductions, and the shift to tax tables for taxable income up to 20 000. It warns about complexity, minimum tax on preferences, and the need to obtain Forms 4625 and 4825.
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Help Wanted: Salespersons and the American Work Ethic
A columnist argues unemployment persists despite abundant help-wanted ads, blaming a generation lacking drive. He blames media for focusing on crime and inflation, urging more coverage of positive news, success stories, safety records, and workers ready to seize opportunities. He condemns propaganda and calls for balanced reporting that highlights productive effort and real chances for employment.
Firefighters praised for saving homes in flood rescue
Local residents thank Elgin-Beaverdam Fire Department for pumping out flood water that threatened basements after snowmelt and frozen ground misdirected runoff. Volunteers acted quickly, saving property and offering community support. A second note recalls Howard Hughes files suggesting hidden ties to CIA and Watergate era figures.
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Discrepant Hughes files linked by IRS probe report
Report highlights differing Hughes personas from a vanity overhauled billionaire to a reclusive, disheveled figure. Mexican authorities retrieved shredded files at Acapulco penthouse before turning them to the IRS, clarifying that two apparently separate Hugheses were one man.
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Motorcyclist Rights Highlighted in Highway Safety Rulings
A series of court decisions reject the view that motorcyclists have lesser rights on public roads. Rulings stress equal care standards for drivers and riders, noting a rider’s lack of license does not excuse negligence in accidents. The article also cites a public service feature and health notes about a public figure’s medical and legal counsel communications.
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