Delaware County executive director departs for education aide post
Victor Petaccio leaves Delaware County after years as executive director to join the state Department of Education as a $38,000 a year aide beginning June 25. The article surveys his tenure under the home rule charter, noting his oversight of personnel, administrative services, public works, budgeting, planning, and consumer affairs, and questions whether the role will be diminished under future council control.
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Government funding and auto redesign plans questioned
A garbled note questions government involvement in an auto redesign consortium, arguing funding should cover basic needs and warning against overreach. It calls for safeguards to prevent federal dictates over product specifics and technology, urging prudent oversight and restraint.
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Community softball blooms in Eddystone borough
A diverse crew from ministers and milkmen to businessmen and council members join summer games near Chester. With 2000 bleachers packed, fans cheer as faithful players compete in a hardy, pain overcoming season. Bepry Thursday marks a turning point as the borough’s softball spirit shines.
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Almanac notes and historical highlights for June 13
UPI Almanac for June 13 1979 lists events and birthdates including Gen Winsfield Scott born June 13 1786. Highlights include 1877 Russo Turkish War start, 1935 Baer defeat over Braddock for heavyweight title, Yeats born 1865. Also notes World War II era Mie tanene England and James Earl Ray capture in Tennessee wilderness. The day marks Venus Mars morning stars and Mercury Jupiter Saturn evening stars in Gemini.
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Road repairs promise savings by reducing car costs
The article argues bad roads raise motorist expenses through fuel, oil, tires, and maintenance. It estimates Pennsylvania drivers lose about 52 dollars annually to deficient highways, with 57 dollars in excess fuel, nine in oil or worn shocks, and six in tire wear. A proposed 250 million yearly, ten year road renewal would cost drivers eighty dollars annually but cut ongoing operating costs for years. The arithmetic shows net savings if roads are resurfaced and rebuilt.
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Council vacancy filled too hastily
A letter to the Times criticizes the Middletown council for rushing a vacancy appointment at the May meeting. The writer suggests delaying until November to let voters choose among the only May applicants, or appoint a temporary senior citizen as interim township manager for about six months.
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Aging and self in the face of time and memory
The narrator reflects on remaining oneself across ages and health changes, noting one usable eye after cataract removal and breathing limits from bronchial issues. He recalls Franklin D. Roosevelt’s resilience and contemplates how aging provokes laughter, amid wife’s resentment and a book title moment from Ingersoll Publications.
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Brief note requests contact by telephone urging care
The message asks to keep communications brief and to reach by telephone. It mentions contacting D. Leonard Casterline, acting on behalf of Tony, for further steps or assistance.
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Chester News Echoes 100 Years of Local Oddities
John Valen tine reports horse theft by Seventh End Avenue lot. Neighborhood chatter cites congressional bias and Chester figures like H G Ashmead as authority. Middletown School graduation at Presbyterian Church and plans to save the 1724 Colonial Courthouse in Chester propel local history themes.
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