Hands off road funds in debate over Highway Trust Fund
A critical report on the Highway Trust Fund shows a $9.6 billion balance against $20.4 billion in unpaid authorizations, a $10.8 billion shortfall. The piece argues for preserving user-funded, pay-as-you-go highways and notes Pennsylvania’s progress and delays, then shifts to Rep Wilbur Mills’ Masonry expulsion amid a sensational wrap.
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Mills secret trial ends with ouster from fraternal order
The tribunal did not immediately verdict but soon after the commission voted to oust Mills permanently from the fraternal order. The report also covers payola practices, FCC testimony, and allegations against MGM Records and industry officials, noting subsequent corporate changes and denials by MGM management.
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Ballots in multiple languages a voting rights issue
Dozens of states and hundreds of counties require multilingual ballots under the 1965 Voting Rights Act to aid voters who cannot read English. The piece cites DOJ guidance, contrasts immigrant integration with Jeffersonian warnings, and argues against preserving Old World language over adopting U.S. practices.
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U.S. Department of Justice
Gratitude from Brazilian visitor to Corry and CAHS
A Brazilian resident from Porto Alegre expresses thanks to Corry locals, CAHS, the AFL Chapter and Club, and the Joys for hospitality during a school year. He praises the warmth and friendliness of Corry residents and notes Corry has a son in Brazil.
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AFL
Joys
Brazil
Governors Conference in New Orleans dazzles with seafood and splendor
An Epicurean view of last year’s National Governors Conference in New Orleans notes lavish buffets from major sponsors Coca Cola Dow Chemical and Union Carbide plus a riverboat cruise by oil drillers lobby. The piece praises the state dinner and wine while critiquing Congress for inaction on energy and questions how Pennsylvania can top New Orleans at Hershey in 1976 with significance and good taste.
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Dow Chemccal
Union Carbide
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Pennsylvania
Hershey
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