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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 01, 1977
Page
2
The discussion notes how brands and costs matter in product choice yet stresses no definitive durability or strength comparisons exist. It highlights Commerce seeking input from summers and manufacturers on labeling rules and suggested products like calculators shoes and hedge trimmers to begin testing standards.
Sylvia Porter reviews a voluntary U S labeling plan from the Commerce Department to rate product performance. The program aims to help consumers compare makes, spur competition, and assist small manufacturers. eight European countries already run similar schemes. Public reaction will shape continuation and expansion, and consumers are urged to seek labeled products and request inclusion through the Office of Product Standards.
An editorial urges voters to approve electing the state attorney general rather than having the governor appoint the post. It cites cronyism risks under appointment, cites Gov Milton J Shapp’s three appointees, and notes Pennsylvania is one of eight states with gubernatorial appointment. It argues for a swift move to direct election.
A Chicago cabbie named Paul Gosenpud offers a remarkable ride on cab 1838. The immaculate interior, fresh flowers, periodicals, candy, and even a boutonniere surprise the rider. He keeps rates low, contrasts with mayoral fare hikes, and earns tips for making his cab the best in the world.
The Foreign Agriculture Service inflated claims to Congress about U S beef exports to Hungary, citing private statistics that overstated shipments while ERSA and APHIS tallies showed far smaller totals. Critics question the $40 million budget for overseas sales promotion and call for accurate reporting. The piece also warns of a nuclear crisis as reactors face spent fuel backlogs and potential shutdowns by 1983.
The article lists network plans for the 1977-78 season across NBC CBS and ABC with 65 new or returning weekly series, including eight returning shows and one new series at double length and two-parter episodes. Premier dates are spread across Sunday through Saturday, featuring titles like Walt Disney Big Event 60 Minutes Good Times and Welcome Back Kotter among others.
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