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Gettysburg Times

Location

Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Aug 10, 1978

Page

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Slippy Dipping Seeks Court Injunction To Close New Granite Hill Super Slide

Adams County Court set to hear a suit by Slippy Dippin Inc seeking a court order to close Granite Hill Super Slide at Family Camp Ground alleging public nuisance due to lack of public bathing permit. suit also targets James Donato for over 54 dollars for not enforcing equal bath laws.

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Heinz urges better coordination of federal education programs

U S Senator John Heinz told educators at Gettysburg College that a proposed U S Department of Education would better coordinate federal programs and increase visibility and influence for education. He spoke at a leadership workshop in McCreery Hall praising public schools while noting House and Senate bill differences and promising to monitor amendments to protect state and local curriculum decisions.

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Strikes Alter 4-H Stay Plans For Adams County

Adams County 4-H members cut their trip short after a Tuesday competition, with state officials evaluating performances and scheduling decisions to be announced Friday. Participants faced transport issues as plans shifted from Monday departure to a late start, prompting rapid returns by Monday night.

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State Auditor criticizes Upper Adams School District

State Auditor General Al Benedict cited weak internal controls in the Cooper Adams School District spanning general payroll and cafeteria funds. The audit noted infrequent cash deposits, missing signatures on withholding forms, and improper account handling. Directors were faulted for electing two officers in one role, though prior recommendations were followed.

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Firemen's Festival Seen as Success Despite Rain

Despite rain and partial day losses the 115th Battle Annier Senp carnival drew praise from Fire Chief and organizers. Revenues totaled about 17 796.35 with projected receipts between 14 090 and 15 000. Officials said results matched the 1977 carnival under better weather and profits from concessions and games showed improvement. The board plans to push a business solicitation drive as 390 of 840 area firms have pledged about 15 0 0 to the campaign. James Nett notes 57 percent of targeted businesses have contributed. Charlie Kerrigan to fill term as trustee after death of former chief Ray Breighner. Delegates to the Adams County Firemen’s Assn Convention urged support for an assistant fire marshal position.

Annier- Senp department 5 Bailsary Bremens James Nett Charlies Kerrigan Ray K. Breighner Adams County Firemens Associated Greenmount fire hall

Body Of Pope Paul VI Placed Before Altar In Vatican

Vatican officials announced conclave will begin August 25 to elect Paul VI's successor. Pope Paul’s funeral Mass will be celebrated by all cardinals atop St. Peter’s Basilica steps. Body laid on a low catafalque for viewing by thousands. Cardinals gather in Rome for secret ballot likely in Sistine Chapel. 115 of 130 cardinals eligible to vote. Names of papal hopefuls include Sergio Pignedoli, Sebastiano Baggiso, Giovanni Battista Montini, Eduardo Piñero Romos, and Johannes Willebrands. Crowds throng as pallbearers pass through opening doors.

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17 Year Old Boy Cyclist Unhurt in Gettysburg Crash

Gettysburg Borough Police said a 17-year-old cyclist sustained a minor injury after his bicycle collided with a vehicle on Baltimore Street Wednesday around 3:30 PM. The rider, identified as Enan C Tipton, was not seriously hurt. Investigations continued into two two-car accidents earlier that morning at Lincoln Avenue and Stratten Street and on Baltimore Street near the National Cemetery. Police reported details were unavailable at 10 AM.

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Thornburgh Will Give Talk Here at Eisenhower Statue

Thornburgh will speak at a campus ceremony on the Geil College grounds after a breakfast. A commemorative brick for Gellysbur-Adems Counts, Inc. will be presented to Thornburgh at the Eisenhower statue site. The public is urged to attend.

Gellysbur Mame ISEMIOWEF Gellysburs-Adems Counts, Inc Thornburgh Gei ¢ College

Local Weather Forecast Fragment

Fragmentary weather note reports Wednesday high and morning low. Includes times around 1 8 am and 2.6 measurement, but lacks complete values.

Ann Murren Takes Second in Tri State Public Speaking

Ann Murren, 17, New Oxford High School senior, placed second in the Tri State Future Farmers of America Public Speaking Contest at Cornell. Pegsy Haris Barker, N.Y., won first and will advance to September’s regional contest in Springfield, Mass. Murren, a Conewago FFA Chapter secretary and Adams County reporter, represented Pennsylvania FFA in the Tri State event.

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Tom Adams Wins 1978 Warrenton Banjo Championship

Tom Adams son of Mr and Mrs R Thomas Adams won first place in the 26th Warrenton Va No Music Contest held Sunday. He received an engraved ceramic jug plus two certificates and a $50 performance of Bug Call Rag. Adams, a 1976 Schout graduate and banjo instructor, is featured with The Adams Brothers Gettysburg Divegrass band.

TOM ADAMS R. Thomas Adams West St Warreton Schout Noeshmeister Adams Brothers Gettyspurg Dale Adams Thormaas Adams Epsey Ray Warrenton Adams Warrerton-Favalier Jaycees

HGAC Plans Fund Drive To Restore Hankey Place

HGAC launches a campaign to raise funds for restoring Hankey Building at Hankey Place corner of S Washington and W High St. Gettysburg group aims to restore exteriors, interior, and create a museum space, with plans to convert spaces for HGAC offices and rental units.

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