Bank records access debate splits on privacy and crime
Congress weighs a bill to limit agency access to private bank records and require notification when reviews occur. The American Bar Association objects that the change hampers white collar crime prosecutions while proponents urge tighter privacy protections under strict guidelines. Rep. Murtha warns against illegal background probing and supports strengthening access only with cause.
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Congress
American Bar Association
John P. Murtha
Johnstown
Rep. Murtha
Fair Queen and Princess Contest Touches Hearts of Sparta
A judge reflects on selecting a fair queen from high school entrants and princesses from younger grades, praising poise, ambition, and opinions on education, career, and world peace. The piece contrasts youth outlook with aging, noting women’s lib debates and a desire to serve humanity, while celebrating the enduring presence of children in the community.
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Sparta
Spartansburg
Payola scandal and housing crisis in 1972 era
A detailed account describes payola corruption in the record industry led by Jack Anderson and Viner, with FCC cooperation and indictments of 19 figures, while another New York piece warns of a housing market squeeze. The housing note cites high interest, costs, and unaffordable prices as many Americans are priced out of home ownership.
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Mike Viner
Pride Records
Federal Communication Commission
FCC
Richard Wiley
Viner
Las Vegas
Shape up the blocks how the economy can move ahead
The piece argues Americans show ingenuity amid low spirits in housing and auto sectors. It highlights innovations like warranties from the National Association of Home Builders and Realtors, proposed 10 year home warranties, and flexible mortgages including a trial variable rate model. It also includes reflections on education, spelling, and early schooling, stressing fundamentals and plain writing.
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National Association of Home Builders
National Association of Realtors
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Washington
Futhermore
Payola
By Jack Anderson
MGM Records
Bill Drake
Los Angeles
Drake
New York
John Cunniff
United States Senate
Richard S. Schweiker
Senate
Washington, D.C
Hugh Scott
R-Pa
Pennsylvania
Milton Shapp
Harrisburg
R. Budd Dwyer
United State Representative Assembly
Joseph P. Vigorito
Forest Hopkins
Cannon House
America
Richard Hoffman
Raw Fundamentals
Junior
Jim Bishop
Palmer
Albert Einstein
Corry
Time Magazine
Kennedy
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