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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1975
Page
2
An omnibus welfare reform bill gains support in the state House with 79 sponsors including Rep Walter F DeVerter. The editor notes rising welfare costs and ineligibility rates, urging careful reform while acknowledging political popularity and broader national need.
The text argues that welfare systems cannot be perfect due to ongoing abuses and fraud. It praises provisions to identify liable relatives and require child support, criticizes current programs, and notes a proposed Pennsylvania Employable Program linking relief eligibility to employment training and acceptances of bona fide job offers, suggesting the bill could improve welfare policy.
The Lancaster Intelligencer Journal notes Sen Mazzei has been found guilty of extortion yet refuses to resign. Democrats in the Senate delay action, prolonging distress by a long recess to dodge the issue.
Washington report details how Lt Col Wilfred Ebel’s scathing critique of Army reserves chief Maj Gen Milner Roberts triggered retaliation from Strom Thurmond. Thurmond’s influence allegedly steered investigations, promotions, and records, leading to Ebel’s career unraveling amidst calls for DOJ scrutiny.
A harsh critique of Justice Bill Douglas on the Supreme Court, accusing him of liberal bias and failing health. The piece argues Douglas clings to power, questions his judgment, and warns of broader political maneuvers to influence the Court and presidential appointments.
The Pennsylvania Welfare Department reports the SWEEP initiative has recovered 33 million dollars by stopping errors and abuse in public assistance, with potential for expansion if costs remain justified by savings. The program stands as a strong success to date, meriting commendation pending audit results.
A city program funded by state and federal sources totaling about 672000 with additional land sale revenue will create parking areas and private development along Center street from the railroad tracks to Clinton street. Center street will become a three to four lane street with off street lots, covered walks, plantings, a mini park, and limited building removals. Local tax money not involved.
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