Vitelli election sparks limited impact on Delaware County Democrats
In Delaware County the surprise win of Fernando Vitelli as Democratic chairman draws mixed reactions. Observers say his ascent may not derail the fall campaigns, as Rep. Bob Edgar and local legislators run independently of the county slate. Patronage power is limited under a state job freeze, reducing potential shifts in personnel or outcomes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fernando Vitelli
Delaware County
Democratic
Peggy Cherpack
Vitelli
Bob Edgar
Ernie Falcone
Ed Maguire
Upper Providence
Drexel University
Edgar Victory
Bob Rapp
Middletown
Falcone
Edgar
John Sweeney
Upper Darby
House
Bill Spingler
Shapp
Pete Flaherty
Pittsburgh
Flaherty
Spingler
U.S. Deficit vs Japan Surplus Highlight Trade Shifts
The United States posted its largest monthly trade deficit at 4.5 billion in March, while Japan reported a 2.5 billion surplus. Japan increased shipments to the U.S. by over 11 percent and cut imports from the U.S. by about 24.5 percent, underscoring a broader trend of U.S. losses and Japanese gains.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
United States
Japan
Positive abortion solutions letter response from Timothy Donovan Folsom
Timothy Donovan Folsom argues for positive abortion solutions by adoption and aid to mothers, challenging critics who say abortion should be legalized as a fix. He defends religious expression and opposes placing church policy under state dictate, noting Planned Parenthood influence while affirming church freedom of speech.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Planned Parenthood
Timothy Donovan Folsom
Mail carrier is answered by dissatisfied resident
A resident from Folsom, Faith E. Jenkins, expresses frustration that mail delivery does not meet her expectations. She scolds outsiders for commenting on the issue and asserts she only wants reliable delivery, praising others who report good service while noting many are unsatisfied but do not write in. Evelyn Lucas Chester.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Times
Faith E. Jenkins
Folsom
Evelyn Lucas Chester
Historic convent vandalized despite precautions and neglect
A letter laments ongoing vandalism at Sharon Hill’s Holy Child Convent, owned by Southeast Delco School District and used for storage. Nearby schools and a playground worsen security concerns as windows break, stained glass is torn, and grounds serve as a dumping site. Authorities are urged to act.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sharon Hill
Holy Child Convent
Southeast
Delco
Chester News Roundup from 100 Years Ago
A century past notes Carnegie gifts to Media church and local business moves in Chester. Riveters return to Roach shipyard. potato bug war looms as farmers stock Paris Green. Frogs win cents per dozen on a Delaware County expedition. Local marriages, deaths, and civic shifts reflect a town in motion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George McCall
Sixth
Madison Streets
Chester
Chester Daily Times
Joseph Cornoy
Market Street
Edgmont Avenue
George Bottomley
Roach
Delaware County
Raccoon Creek
Freeport
N. J
Andrew Carnegie
First Episcopal Church of
William Charles Hogg
Third Presbyterian Church
Today in History June 14 1978 Flag Day events listed
On June 14 historical milestones include the founding of the U S Army in 1775 as riflemen were recruited, 1777 flag designated the national banner, 1846 Sonoma proclaims the free California Republic, and 1922 Harding gives the first radio presidential address.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
U.S. Army
Continental Congress
Philadelphia
Sonoma
Calif
Fort McHenry
Paris
Saipan Island
Marianas
Also Mentioned on This Page
BSA Times
Chester Times
Central States Publishing, Inc
Ralph Ingersoll
Rufus F. Walker Jr
Lewiell Winkler
Clifford Rainey
Donald T. Beideman
Halus Ewing
Daily Times
Etta Hulme
Fort Worth Star-Telegram
U.S
America
OPEC
Toyota
Labor
Gus Tyler
Daily Ii Times
Barbara Pridgen
Robert Casey
Catholic Church
Debbie Woolson
Christ
Berry's
Carnegie
Church
Delaware County National Bank
Pennsylvania National Bank
Merchants Trust Company
Pennsylvania Title and Trust Company
C. Percy Webster
Consolidated Banks
J. C. Taylor
Consolidated Trust Companies
Harry Coburn
Harrison Hill
Coburn
William G. Clyde
Pennsylvania Military College
Carnegie Steel Company
William Jennings Bryan
Bryan
Clyde
Edith Miller
Norwood
Leedom School
Ridley Township
Cumberland
James A. Miller
Bethel
M. E. Pennypacker
Manoa
Harry O’hagan
Clifton Heights
William E. Wunderlich
Lansdowne
Adolph Weiss
Rutledge
Delaware County Firemen’s Association
C. Whitney Holmes
Philadelphia Flyers
Lansdowne Boys Club
Frances L. Stewart
Delaware County Medical Society
Duke University
Women’s Medical College
Patricia A. Mengers
Upper Chichester
Georgann Schroeder
Swarth
France
Secret
Organiza
Charles de Gaulle
Boston
Jamin Spock
Will Coffin
Jeb Magruder
Senate
Eastern Air Lines
Burl Ives
Dorothy Maguire
Victor Hugo
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!