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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 22, 1972
Page
1
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Washington AP reports AFL-CIO leaders voted to withdraw from President Nixon s Pay Board. George Meany I W Abel and Floyd Smith left the 15 member panel, with Frank Fitzsimmons and Leonard Woodcock reluctant to quit. Union factions and a Building Trades Department wage program may affect unity and timing.
Secretary James McHale of the Pennsylvania Agriculture Department contends the rural health project near Coudersport is properly within his remit and endorsed by the Health Department. He disputes farmers’ claims of a $100,000 figure, clarifying a $76,600 total with $28,145 from Welfare, and notes Attorney General Creamer’s ruling supports his authority. The program, funded partly by the Harness Racing Fund and the Fair Fund for agricultural research, aims at preventive health services in a rural area. The Health Secretary supports the Agriculture Bureau’s rural affairs role in this multi-phase project.
Erie County Health Department considers legal steps to clean up the Penn Disposal landfill in Wayne Township after an inspection found litter due to a downed fence from high January winds and alleged improper trash coverage. Citations could reach up to 300 per violation, with license revocation as a last resort. Penn Disposal denies coverage lapses, stating trenches are regularly covered.
Washington AP after a year of study the National Commission on Marijuana and Drug Abuse planned to present findings to President Nixon and Congress. The panel reportedly urges ending criminal penalties for possession and private use while keeping jail terms and fines for growing or selling marijuana.
Washington AP reports the Supreme Court upended a birth control case by ruling single people have a right to obtain contraceptives if married people are allowed by the state. The decision centers on privacy and individual liberty regardless of marital status.
SACRAMENTO AP. Democratic leader Carlos Bee proposes a California income tax deduction for veterinarian bills, likening pet care costs to human medical expenses. Bee cites personal veterinary and family medical costs as examples, arguing policy should treat pets akin to children in tax relief.
The Corry Selective Service announces Jeffrey T. Jackson 20 of 36 West Columbus Avenue joins the draft board replacing Richard Staples who resigned. Jackson a 1969 Corry Area High School graduate and former varsity wrestler works at Penelec. The board also recently added Robert Schwab 18 to the panel, the youngest in the state for such a appointment. A fire at First Trinity United Church of Christ in New Stanton caused over $50,000 damage from a furnace malfunction.
In Chicago, Sen Edmund S Muskie declares continued wins as ballots count in Illinois Democratic presidential primary. Muskie leads McGovern with about 63 percent as McCarthy trails, while slow counts in delegate selection contests unfold.
Illinois primary reshapes Chicago power as State's Atty. Hanrahan fights to renomination amid Daley faction unrest. Berg defeats Hanrahan in county totals while Walker edges Simon for governor. Muskie dominates presidential vote. McCarthy and Caseload contenders show limited gains. Daley vows support for Hanrahan and seeks unity after insurgent wins.
Erie County commissioners clashed as Louis Rzymek accused the previous GOP administration of neglecting the Erie County Hospital while Leo Weir pressed for details. Rzymek said he plans to publicly list 11 charges after consulting a solicitor, with potential action by the land jury or district attorney.
Harrisburg report says Pennsylvania taxes fund 10 general state hospitals mainly to honor political patronage. The panel urges halting capital investments, leasing or selling facilities, and reducing staff by about 50 to save millions annually. Hospitals serve coal regions with declining occupancy.
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