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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 22, 1974
Page
6
Harrisburg AP reports the Pennsylvania Senate closed for the year leaving key measures stalled. Major items including conflict of interest reform, election law changes, and Senate confirmation procedures died or stalled as the two chambers wrapped calendars ahead of a likely early end to the session.
Everett AP report of Joe Kappler a welfare recipient inviting seniors to Thanksgiving dinner with six of his seven children. He emailed governors including Carter about hosting seniors. five replied with interest. Kappler organized crab feeds for seniors, plans to start a crab fishing business, and aims to relieve senior citizens' plight with dignity.
Harrisburg AP reports the legislature approved four measures to add 471 million to state debt by authorizing the General State Authority to sell bonds for highways arenas museums armories environmental and college building projects. Senate sent the bills to Gov Shapp amid debate over debt service costs and potential tax impacts. critics warn of possible tax increases while proponents note no immediate tax need.
The Pennsylvania legislature passed a bill to align state minimum wage with federal standards. It would set $1.90 immediately, then reach $2.30 on January 1, 1976, with seasonal farm workers no longer included. The measure awaits Gov. Shapp's signature. Sony and Union Carbide sign an agreement to form an equally owned subsidiary in Japan to market dry cell batteries.
Palm Coast AP James Watson Gunnar Myrdal and Saul Bellow spoke at a symposium on human nature and destiny. They warned modern man is losing control of historical direction with no guiding force beyond humankind. Watson denied belief in God and urged acceptance that nothing beyond human effort shapes fate. Myrdal, aging and cautious, lamented fading trust in the future and American institutions.
Harrisburg AP reports the Environmental Quality Board kept ski rates at two state parks unchanged this winter while approving higher rates for 1975 76 at Denton Hill in Potter County and Laurel Mountain in Westmoreland County. The panel noted timing of hikes hurt concessionaires and forecast next winter’s rates closer to private ski areas.
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