House Approves $6 Billion Jobless Benefits Bill
The House passed a $6 billion emergency bill by a wide 381 to 8 vote to extend and expand federal jobless benefits. The measure would lengthen current unemployment benefits through mid-1976 and extend a separate unemployment assistance program to 1976, aiding about 12 million workers including farm laborers. The bill moves to the Senate for action with administration support and anticipated signing.
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Paralyzed Ex Marine Found After 27 Hour Elevator Ride
In Chicago a paralyzed ex Marine, Erwin A. Pawelski, 41, was admitted to Hines Memorial Veterans Hospital after a stroke and cerebral hemorrhage. He reportedly rode an elevator for 27 hours strapped to a wheelchair, but hospital officials say the ride did not cause his death. Pawelski died May 18 following surgery May 12. Authorities investigate possible elevator neglect and related hospital procedures.
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Missing Patient Found On Elevator After Hours
Pawelski, after hospital treatment, was last seen being moved to an elevator bank by a hospital worker and remained missing for 27 hours before a staff member found him slumped in a wheelchair on an elevator. VA officials from Washington will review the incident for legitimacy and possible disciplinary action while noting the hospital’s patient, staff, and visitor numbers.
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