Lobbyists, the Untouchables of Harrisburg
Opinion piece argues lobbyists wield influence in Harrisburg, outnumber legislators and shape decisions with arguments and campaign contributions. It details attempts since 1970 to regulate lobbying, focusing on disclosure and banning contingent fees, noting ping pong between chambers and mixed gubernatorial positions. Governor Shapp leans to stronger House bill while Senate leaders hesitate.
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Milton J. Shapp
Emmy Awards Back Pat Festival Opens on River Boat
The national Emmy Awards begin with a 90 minute daytime program on ABC from 1 30 p m EDT on a Hudson River excursion boat 54 nominees compete in 19 categories. CBS resumes Monday night with 180 nominees in 56 categories for primetime awards and sportscasting. Changes include removal of the broad entertainment “super Emmys” and no separate news show this year.
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ABC TV
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Cbs-Tv
Larry Stewart
Pelican Tomato salesman tied to Mafia in 1960s hearings
The 1950s to 1970s hearings link Marcello to the Pelican Tomato Company as a $1,600 monthly salesman and public relations adviser. He denies Mafia ties while associates, including Joseph Matassa, defend him. The report notes he worked to influence supermarket contracts in 1962-63 and remained difficult to reach for further comment.
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Matassa
Summer off with pay and the idle rich debate
Paul Harvey argues that unemployment benefits and welfare distort work incentives. He cites high weekly pay for not working, public criticism of laws, and calls for taxpayer revolt. He notes New York and Illinois generous weekly benefits, hospital closures from federal rules, and urges voters to restrict welfare to taxpayers.
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Federal Inspector Demands Panic Bars At City Hospital
Reliable sources say a federal inspector pressed hospital officials to install panic bars for emergency egress, a demand they claimed they could not meet or were not privy to. The dispute followed broader disputes over laws and faculty actions linked to the hospital closure.
Why Ride and Pancake Fundraiser Rules Spark Letter
A letter writer complains about a southbound collision near North Center Streets with a cyclist and a police car present but not stopping. He also condemns pancake breakfasts for a volunteer fire company due to state license demands, arguing regulations erode personal freedom and taxpayers’ money.
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Park Place
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Lawrence Shannon Corry
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