08 Sep 1978
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Newspaper
Gettysburg Times
Location
Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 08, 1978
Page
1
Col Kurt chaired the drive as United Way expands from 15 000 workers to 35 000 wage earners in the county. The effort doubles the residential campaign scope and aims to cover all homes, with details continued on Page 23.
A Mass of the Holy Spirit opened Mt St Marys College and Seminary 170th year in Emmitsburg Md. About 206 students faculty and administrators attended the service as fall classes began. Rev Father Harry Flynn presided with Dr Robert Wickenheiser and Sister Joan Bunty reading lessons. Rev James Forker spoke of balancing liberal arts with Catholic tradition and urged a focus on social justice peace and care for the poor.
Continued claims declined this week with 482 people remaining on benefits after a drop of 38. New claims rose 10 to 21, while claims for additional compensation fell 5 to 20. A spokesman from the Pennsylvania State Employment Service attributed the decrease to seasonal workers being recalled to fruit processing plants and packing houses.
A brief note directs readers to Page 22 for the visitor's directory section. The feature highlights listings of notable visitors, institutions, and places with quick-reference details for the day.
About 12500 spectators attended the South Mountain Fair near Arendtsville this week. Fair president Farl Noel noted attendance is up 2500 from last year and expected to rise further as the event closes Saturday. Senior Citizens Day and Future Farmers events were planned with contests, music, and exhibitions through tonight and tomorrow.
At Camp David the mood hints at progress as Carter Begin and Sadat focus on core Arab Israeli issues. Powell notes secrecy aids talks while Mondale Vance and Brzezinski join Dayan and Weizman for midafternoon briefings. Brown’s presence fuels defense links talk but Powell calls US troop deployment rumors hogwash. Carter and leaders spent seven hours over two days, signaling a shift to central disputes.
Washington report shows an across the board 0.1 percent drop in wholesale prices for August, the first decline in two years, with consumer foods down 1.5 percent the largest fall in two years.
Clayton R Wilcox was appointed Adams County public defender this morning by the county commissioners to serve the remainder of Robert Campbells term ending January 1980. Wilcox, previously Campbells assistant, was recommended by Campbells for the post.
The Disabled American Veterans chapter in Pennsylvania held its fall conference in Gettysburg. Members attended sessions this afternoon and a general meeting is scheduled for Saturday morning. The event included remarks by officers and plans for upcoming service activities.
A 22 year old Dillsburg man was rushed to Harrisburg Hospital with a fractured skull after a pickup crash. Police say Steven R. Weaver drove from South Washington Street to Getty ambulance then to Warner Hospital, before the transfer to Harrisburg.
Dennis Derr of PACMA spoke at the Adams County Farmers Association meeting noting PACMA markets and bargains for 68 Adams County farmers, with 15 members in the Maryland Apple Marketing program. Advisory committee members include Guy Donaldson and others. The association’s annual meeting to adopt agricultural policies is planned for October 4 at Biglerville High School. reservations with Bevner in Fairfield before Sept 29.
A brief weather note shows Thursday morning low values and afternoon readings. The fragment mentions times 3 and 13, with scattered figures like 72 and 2002, but lacks complete context for a full forecast.
W. Sanders a former local governor and holder of the Moose Pilgrim degree was elected Deputy Supreme Governor for Southeastern Pennsylvania at the Moose International Convention in Chicago. The York Street lodge reported the appointment at Thursday’s meeting and Elby Boring was elected trustee to fill Bernard A. Robinson’s unfinished term. John Sanders, Gettysburg Moose conservation chairman, announced 1866 members and a 15 member quota for the coming year.
The Gettysburg Garden Club hosts a flower show titled Art of Living at Green Acres County Home on Biglerville Road Thursday September 14 from 1 30 to 7 00 pm. Robert Reynolds chairs with Mrs Robert Kirk as co chair. Four divisions will exhibit horticulture de junier gardeners and educational with designs on a 36 inch pedestal. Entry details and eligibility are available from the show promoter and club members including Mrs Wil sher and Miss Alice Snyder. The horticulture division is open to the public and rules are posted. the educational division offers free admission.
Permits issued in August total 46,367,000 across county projects including Norianne plant work in Hamiltonban Township and Knouse Foods storage building work. The report lists multiple large projects such as a remodeling at Orrianne plant and new structures in Highland Township, with the month marking the highest value of the year.
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