Court upholds high rise overlooking Gettysburg battlefields
In a 5-2 decision the Pennsylvania Supreme Court affirmed lower rulings and granted permission for a high rise complex near Gettysburg. The ruling contrasts with the 1971 constitutional amendment recognizing the public right to clean air, pure water, and the preservation of natural and historic values. The Gettysburg case fuels debate over environmental stewardship and public resources for future generations.
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Lincoln and Court Clash Over Tower at Gettysburg
The piece contrasts Gov. Milton Shapp’s defense of local rights with a Pennsylvania Supreme Court ruling favoring a proposed commercial tower by Thomas F. Ottenstein. It frames the tower as a threat to historic preservation, citing Lincoln’s ideal of government by and for the people while the court overrules those ideals in conflict with entrepreneurial interests.
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Solons worry over Kissinger trip to Middle East
A 21 member House Armed Services subcommittee plans a Thanksgiving week visit to meet Israeli and Arab leaders to study military aspects and American defense needs. Kissinger fears the trip could disrupt delicate negotiations, while chairman Samuel Stratton says they will walk from the airport if needed to assess weapon performance and airlift effectiveness. The piece also exposes alleged fraud by William Youpee, director of the National Tribal Chairman's Association, including misused tribal funds and double billing to tribes and federal agencies.
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UFO sightings move from Russians to US skies amid official doubt
An opinion piece notes Soviet scientists report unusual radio signals possibly from extraterrestrial sources while American authorities debate the status of UFO research. It cites Dr. J Allen Hynek, Gen George Brown, and recent nightly sightings across several states, suggesting official evaluation is warranted amid lingering mystery and public concern.
Corry Fire Sparks Naphtha From Light Switch Incident
In Corry yesterday a defective light switch in a Jamestown paint booth caused a flash fire that threatened Plant 1. The sprinkler system doused the flames with hundreds of gallons of water. An electrical spark ignited naphtha fumes, and the warm weather set a local record with a 67 degree high noted by Weather Observer George Mulderick.
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Debate on Pennsylvania Legislature Size and Initiative Power
William Ecenbarger discusses public support for a unicameral Pennsylvania legislature and explains that constitutional changes require a legislative initiate path. He notes the initiative model exists in 15 states, but Pennsylvania lacks such power, enabling lobbies to block reforms and bottling efforts to fund mass transit from gasoline tax revenues. The piece highlights the paradox of needing a constitutional amendment to grant initiative authority.
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