Thanksgiving and Christmas kindness from Bolindale group
A local effort by The Friends of Bolindale rallied neighbors to aid Tracey, a paralyzed nine year old, her mother and four year old sister. They canvassed for food and money, collecting gifts and donations from Ridgeview Barber Shop, Packard Electric, Blue Star Mothers, Boosters of Bolindale, and King's Department Store to provide a memorable holiday for a family in need. The writer urges continued neighborly care and thanks all volunteers for their generosity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tracey
Friends of
Bolindale
Ridgeview
Packard Electric
Barb Petrosky
Blue Star
King’s Department Store
Defense forces under scrutiny show hollow military readiness
Dr George Benson summarizes a national security assessment citing Senator Jake Gann on post Carter era downsizing. He notes declines in U S divisions combat readiness from ten fully ready in 1977 to only a fraction by 1980, Navy ships undermanned, and shortages in pilots and cargo capability, painting a picture of fragile defense strength amid rising economic strain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Benson
National Education
Jake Gann
Utah
Carter
United States
Army
Edward Meyer
U.S. Navy
Sixth Fleet
Seventh Fleet
Indian Ocean
Navy
Air Force
Marine Corps
Joint Chief of Staff
U.S
Congress Interns and the Rise of Radical Activism
Anthony Harrig discusses concerns over radical activists within the congressional intern system, noting groups like the Interns for Legislative Change and the Concerned Congressional Intern Network seek influence inside offices. The piece warns interns are guests, not officials, and urges firm limits to prevent abuse while highlighting a broader issue of bloated staff and diminished legislative control.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anthony Harrig
Congress
Roll Call
Capitol Hill
Congressional
Concerned
Congressional Intern Network
Interns
Congressional Intern
Sen
Howard Metzenbaum
Ohio
Metzenbaum
Executive Branch
Legislative
Gift for Mahoning Valley Hope and Jobs From CAC Loan Guarantee
Congressman Lyle Williams announces a 90 percent EDA loan guarantee for the Commuter Aircraft Corporation to back a $38 million package. CAC must secure 25 firm orders, $12 million in private funding, and FAA certification steps. The deal aims to build a plant near Youngstown Airport and create about 1,600 jobs, with Williams inviting constituents to contact his offices with questions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lyle Williams
19Th Bio District
Mahoning Valley
Commuter
Aircraft Corporation
Commerce Department
Economic Development Administration
EDA
CAC
Southern Investors Management Company of
Baton Rouge
Louisiana
Youngstown Municipal Airport
Williams
Youngstown Rd
Spite
Warren
Federal St
Youngstown
State St
Struthers
Washington, D.C
Crisis in Poland and Soviet options for control
An Calm analysis argues Poland's unrest stems from a minority seeking say in government, free press, and better living. Moscow faces two paths: tighten control through censorship and coercion or launch a dramatic invasion aided by large forces. Western policy remains weak, likely shaped by Soviet moves, with arms treaties and aid at stake. The piece notes Poland’s dissidents show restraint while the Soviet Union vows to maintain domination.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S.P. Arm
Poland
United States
Soviet Union
NATO
Warsaw Pact
Theer
Teir
Communist Party
Moscow
Europe
Hungary
Czechoslovakia
West
BBB Warns About Weight Loss Quackery and Health Fraud
Better Business Bureau urges caution against weight loss plans promising rapid results and pills or devices. Quacks use testimonials and secret formulas while avoiding doctor consultation, risking harm. The bureau advocates medical guidance and lists contact details for inquiries. Women delaying marriage rise noted: in 1970 one in three women aged 20 to 24 were unmarried, expected to near half.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Moliterno
Better Business Bureau
Bureau
Very Happy New Year Greeting From The Family
Montage by JOAN COCHRAN reflects on the hollow ring of New Year wishes and how upheaval prompts nostalgia. She muses on being movers of events, coping with "The Family" during holiday chaos, and hopes readers find stamina and good will for a very happy new year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joan Cochran
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Evelyn Waugh
Better Business Bureau of
Mahoning Valley Inc
P.O
Mahoning Bank
Howland Bandwagon
Charles Strickien
Merie DeFelice
Robert Miller
Donne
Meneger
Nancy Edmundson Tee
Dolores H. Julian
Eenee
Joseph P. Urbania
Phoenix Publications, Inc
State St Niles
Tims
Times
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