Delaware County police education plan gains momentum
Delaware County Association pushes a flexible training program for police, urging pre duty courses and ongoing education for rookies and veterans. The plan, supported by County Dist One Atty Frank Hazel, aims to improve law handling, prosecution outcomes, and community safety through accessible college level courses at Delaware County Community College.
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Traffic Death Toll Rises At Tinicum Intersection Hazard
Sixty three injured and four killed in two pileups on the I 95 Route 291 intersection in Tinicum. Police urge PennDOT to install better lighting and safety barriers, noting the deadly risk may persist for years before improvements arrive.
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Values must be taught by Georgie Anne Geyer
Racine Wisconsin report on the 1-to-Life movement growing across states and abortion education in schools. The piece recounts discussions from 40 sex educators at Wingspread Center and debates on open communication versus value formation for youths. It notes disagreements among professionals and the role of social workers, with a warning that eleven-year-olds lack mature value systems and emphasizing the complexity of sex education.
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Chester Druggists Promote Worm Sod and Local News
A 100 year old roundup notes Chester druggists sell E F K s Worm Sod claimed to destroy seat and stomach worms. Collin Beach pier extends 800 feet. J Horace Baker, son of Percipher, mailed a horned frog from California to Capt Frank S Baker. A boy at 314 Edgmont Ave Chester broke his arm twice in eight days. An Italian huckster fined $1 for pushing a wheelbarrow on a Chester sidewalk. Ways of years ago include the Moorbrook Stock Farm shipments and a Navy scout cruiser launch slated for July 3 in Camden. Delaware County races and political shifts are noted with voting machines push and committee leadership changes.
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State's pothole crisis cannot be ignored
Francis C. Turner argues Pennsylvania highways face a growing pothole crisis as inflation and higher costs strain maintenance budgets. He notes more drivers and vehicle miles, rising pavement wear, and moisture damage in winter and spring, urging action before road conditions worsen.
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Letters on MN School Board and campus problems cited
A reader criticizes MN School Board administrators for inaction amid campus issues including smoking lounges after a firecracker injury, graffiti, dirty swimming pool, and discipline. The letter urges stronger board support for administrators and teachers, calls for accountability and fresh leadership, and questions the handling of student influence.
Almanac Highlights From June 11, 1979
UPI notes June 11 as the 162nd day of 1979 with 203 to follow. The moon nears last quarter and the morning stars Venus and Mars. evening stars Mercury Jupiter and Saturn. Notable births include Richard Strauss born 1864. Historic items reference Harding’s 1920 nomination and early 20th century U S events amid political shifts.
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