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Newspaper
Delaware County Daily Times
Location
Chester, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1978
Page
5
Delaware County aims to reduce utility costs with many options, but details remain unspecified. The 146 office phone bill exceeds 30 thousand dollars monthly with January at 31,379 and April at 34,155. Pamela Hansen notes bills rise at a decreasing rate since 1976, questioning the need for so many individual listings to reach one location.
The State Employes Retirement Board certifies Julia A Rich a lifetime pension of 14580 dollars yearly based on 32 years service. She could have had more if she hadn t withdrawn 19741 dollars from her pension. After monthly 1215 payments until death the remainder goes to a named beneficiary. Rich also received 153014 dollars as beneficiary of her sister who died after 30 years of state service without a pension.
Tinicum Township Commissioner Nicholas Canzonese calls Gov Printz Park a disgrace and demands immediate action to repair a dangerous concrete topped wall along the river edge at Wanamaker Avenue. The wall forms a bridge over a washout and state park officials acknowledge the condition, yet residents see inaction.
An agreement between Arco Chemical Co and Newtown plans a 312 acre redevelopment of the former Charles Ellis School for Girls. A two story 600000 square foot facility will replace several buildings while some are retained. The auditorium becomes a 400 seat room with projection equipment.
June 26 marks key moments across years including the signing of the United Nations Charter in 1945, notable legends and wars, Cherbourg capture in 1944, Japan replacing the U S flag on Iwo Jima, and a 1985 policy on Cambodia and Laos funding. Noting past birthdays, writer Colin Wilson turns 47.
The Lord will fight for you says Exodus 14 14 15. Moses is told to move forward. Henry Kaiser urges action not to hinder progress warning of blast effects.
A reader essay urges unity under the flag, recalling World War II memories from a veteran. It emphasizes liberty equality and freedom, warns against riots, and urges Americans to stand together to overcome division and strengthen national ideals.
Middletown township residents missed a June 18 fundraiser at Lenni Heights Fire House where a roast beef meal was served to support local fire companies. Organizers note the high cost of keeping equipment running and urge community support at future events.
Cornwall columnist argues California's Prop 13 signals national discontent with tax spending. He asks what flying right means for governing: spend to curb unemployment, curb inflation, or spend frugally with common sense. He notes the U S overspends and urges priorities and responsible living. He credits Californians with prompting public reflection.
A century ago in Chester Holly Tree Hall overflowed for Chester High School's fourth annual commencement. The crowd debated raising admission to 50 cents from 10. Readers enjoyed essays by Laura Platt Edward Lilley Lizzie Birtwell and others as local figures noted long ago times and places.
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