Pennsylvania’s debate over shrinking the legislature
Pennsylvania moves toward sizing the legislature from 203 House seats and 50 Senate seats toward 180 and 40 respectively. Supporters cite cost savings and efficiency, while critics warn rural lawmakers would lose representation and travel burdens would rise. The issue surfaces amid 1973 74 and 1975 76 sessions with commissions weighing impact on urban and rural districts.
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Mason Denison
Harrisburg
Pennsylvania
House of Representatives
Senate
House
Cowardly Canine by Jim Bishop
Jim Bishop recounts life with his nervous dog Charlie Chan a tiny shepherd who fears thunder and loves mint treats. The piece blends humor about misfit dog behavior with Bishop’s wry reflections on ownership, TV fame, and domestic chaos.
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Jim Bishop
Charlie Chat
Charlie Chan
Local Newspaper Masthead and Subscription Rates
The page lists staff roles including president treasurer and news editor, notes Associated Press rights, and details carrier, motor house, and ball subscription rates for Indiana and nearby counties with monthly quarterly and annual options.
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Rucilla
Donnelly Sally HR
Nayluon
Elizabeth R
Juan Hay Reed
Frank B Hood
Associated Press
Carrier Boy
Indiana
Armstrong
Cambria
Clearfield
Jefferson
Wetmoreland
Two Scholarships Announced At Salisburg School Salisburg
The Youterdate 1926 Kiskemtinetas Springs School on the Conemaugh division of the Pennsylvania Railroad offers two scholarships for railroad family boys. One is the Elisha Lee Scholarship and the other the Whiter Scholarship named after two railroad vice presidents. Rippley’s Mobile Auditorium, sponsored by Disabled Veterans, arrives for public viewing today until 10 p.m. and again tomorrow 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Mrs Verna Bennett of Indiana is reelected to a third two year term as chairwoman of the Indiana County Republican Committee.
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Kiskemtinetas Springs
Salisburg
Conemaugh
Pennsylvania Railroad
Elisha Lee
Twe
Rippley
Verna
Bennett
Indiana
Ethics row shadows Congress and press probes
The House Ethics Committee faces renewed scrutiny amid a wave of political intrigue. Reports allege efforts to shield Rep. Wayne Hays and Rep. John Young from sex-ethics investigations while the panel also targets newscaster Daniel Schorr over a classified intelligence leak. Investigations stretch as investigators probe Schorr’s source, with political figures like Speaker Carl Albert and others in Kuwait featuring in diplomatic cable details. Amid bets on presidential tickets, the piece blends ethics, leaks, and political theater.
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Washington
House Ethics Committee
Wayne Hays
D.-Ohio
John Young
D.-Tex
Upholders of Ethics
Daniel Schorr
FBI
Schorr
John Flynt
D.ga
James Johnson
R.cole
Bob Owens
Johnson
U.S
Kuwait
Saudi Arabia
Albert
Ghoneim
Hespfial
Gulf
Persian Gulf
Iraq
Washington D.C. sex scandal rumor chase from a reader
A caller pressingly asks for scandal tips in Washington, D.C. claiming locals hype sex excess and nightlife. The reply denies such activity exists, jokes about budgeting, and suggests practical locations while noting political figures and media hype. The exchange ends with the suggestion to head to Newcastle.
ERISA revolution reshapes American pension system
Washington describes ERISA, the Employee Retirement Security Act of 1974, as a quiet yet sweeping reform. It covers 150 million Americans, moves pensions into government oversight, and mandates full disclosure of every dollar and transaction in benefit plans.
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Victor Riesel
Washington
All America
Eureka
ERISA
RISA
U.S. Labor Department
Atlanta
Pension Protection Division
Act of Congress
Robert Paul
Martin E. Segal Company
Amorrow
Water woes urged for McIntyre and 11 Indiana County communities
Dear Sir letter from Louie Tomei of McIntyre urges action on water system upgrades for the Indiana County Municipal Services Authority. He notes serious conditions across 11 communities and details efforts to obtain HUD grants, citing outreach to Congressman Schweiker and others, and urging residents to voice support.
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Lama
McIntyre
Indiana County Municipal Services Authority
F.H.A
Richard S. Schweiker
John P. Murtha
William R. Shane
Patrick J. Stapleton
Loule Tomei Melntyre
Flowers Plucked From Cemetery Marker Sparks Outcry
A reader laments repeated removal of flowers from Wilbur Clawson’s grave in Oakland Cemetery, noting two witnesses saw the thief and that the caretaker was informed. The letter expresses sympathy for the family, condemns the act, and hints at the suspect’s guilt and conscience.
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St. Bernard's Cemetery
Wilbur Clawson
Oakland Cemetery
Clawson Yasurack
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