Minimum wage debate warns of job losses and higher costs
A letter argues that raising the federal minimum wage harms employment and raises costs for businesses, especially small firms. It cites Rep Dent and the AFL-CIO proposed hikes, predicts millions of job losses, higher prices, and urges lawmakers to reject the Dent–AFL‑CIO plan in favor of modest changes and retraining.
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Afl-Cio
Delaware County
Pennsylvania
Carter
New-found GOP power on Capitol Hill reshapes Senate leverage
The piece argues the Republican Party, holding 38 of 100 Senate seats, wields de facto majority power through persistent filibuster tactics. It examines how a negative, stall-based strategy lets a minority block legislation, impacting both chambers and windowing Democratic presidents’ agendas through 1980s.
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White House
Congress
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GOP
Washington
Letter praising Duvivier and Daily Times for positive community coverage
A reader commends John H. Duvivier and the Daily Times for publishing a well written letter and urges more recognition of constructive community members. The writer laments vandalism coverage and highlights awards at Springton Lake Junior High School, urging praise for lawful conduct and civic achievement.
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John H. Duvivier
Daily Times
Springton Lake Junior High School
Times Tribute to Editor Reynolds on bill collecting story
A Philadelphia Electric Company official thanks Andrew J Reynolds for the Times coverage of bill collecting. The letter credits the editorial handling with deterring future actions and notes the professional, fair treatment could influence public perception. Signed by Jack L Peters Chester.
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Philadelphia Electric Company
Andrew J.reynolds
Jack L. Peters
Chester
It’s Possible From Perspective Then God Is Able
Robert Schuller argues that when life weighs heavy and doubt rises faith can renew hope. He urges shifting focus from burdens to divine power, citing Nehemiah 8 10 that the joy of the Lord is strength and faith offers strength through God.
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Nehemiah
Occupational Outlook Handbook grows from government searchlight
Dr. Leonard Krivy reviews the 1976 77 edition of the Occupational Outlook Handbook from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. It covers hundreds of occupations with details on work, training, pay, outlook, and where to find more, and advises considering slower growth lines if fundamentals attract. The piece notes strong demand in health, engineering, social work, and tech fields. The handbook is recommended for schools and libraries with copy available from the BLS Philadelphia office.
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Leonard Krivy
Bureau of Labor Statistics
Market St
Philadelphia
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