16 Aug 1978
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Newspaper
Gettysburg Times
Location
Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1978
Page
1
About one third of state police officers are overweight prompting Capt. Joseph Ebnerly to order weight loss by November. Troop 4 at Gettysburg Station head Kenneth Markel reports health concerns from heart disease and other illnesses as the reason.
Adams County NOW announces a Walk-A-Thon to promote the ERA with votes and support from men and women activists. The event invites area men and boys to participate at 9 am at the National Battlefield. Pledge cards and information available from Mary Ceno, Adams County NOW President.
A Memphis power substation was entered and sabotaged early today, cutting electricity to the city of about 639 000. Power began returning within 9 to 15 minutes and was nearly restored hours later. Police say sabotage is likely, with investigators probing the break-in about 15 miles east of downtown. Some areas lacked water pressure due to electric pumps being shut off.
Oakside Park hosts a music festival on July 7 featuring bluegrass and folk acts. Proceeds support Oakside Park development and a community fund for local children. Admission includes options for children under 72 and accompanying adults.
Fire crews responded to alarms at a residence on Ry with an automaton alarm. Officers found no fire and no visible flames. No injuries reported and the scene cleared after examination.
Gettysburg Area Chamber of Commerce backs a Dollar Day for the SPCA to fund building work after bids open August 31. The event aims to engage residents countywide, with SPCA directors coordinating drives through local gathering centers and disaster response outreach.
A wary dairyman complains of repeated forces that flood Lilly Mill Bridge, hindering access to 12 acres of Mt Pleasant farmland. The Willow Creek Conesage Creek area shows the timbered bridge wedged against a sycamore, with the structure partially submerged in murky water after an apparent act of God.
Fragmented report on the Lilly Mill Bridge near Inishipanang Centennal rotting in water for years. Local engineer Bernard Huntz of PennDOT cites readiness to rebuild while federal state and local agencies weigh options. Gettysburg Times notes involvement of the Presidents Advisor Council and Historic Gettysburg Adams County in the 1977 controversy.
Residents and council discuss resurfacing a faulty Rt 1S spot in Bonneauville. Retired solicitor Gi jariman remarks on road safety as concerns about a deteriorating foundation wall near Sunset Dr surface. Outcome pending, with notices of drag racing and police actions referenced and further details on Page 23.
Harrisburg AP report says a House Government Committee approved a recall bill. It moves to the full House for action after summer recess on Sept 11. A recall petition must gather at least 25 percent of the governor’s vote in the district, and if successful, the official must seek reelection in the next primary or general election.
Washington AP reports supporters of the ERA extension hope momentum survives to the Senate after the House approved a June 30 1882 deadline. The 233-189 vote extended the tidal legal window amid opposition fears and procedural stances from both chambers and key advocates in NOW and Congress.
Syde W. McIntyre of McNees, Welace and Nurick writes that Timess Towns of the Americas Inc., owner of Timeless Towns, Sheraton, International Village, and Sitting Bull campground, is a fully solvent ongoing operation and not in financial difficulties, while defense notes that the nearby International Village may have eased Slippy ApDIn dropoff in business.
A federal grand jury in Harrisburg is investigating a PennDOT district over alleged kickbacks and improper influence. Sources describe offers of paid “evening” work and a $100 per night arrangement related to a PennDOT manager in York County, with continuation noted on Page 2.
Survivors of Company E plan the 23rd reunion with attendees including veterans from the 25th Division in Pennsylvania. The event spans Saturday to Sunday with a schedule of activities and readings led by committee members.
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