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Newspaper

Monroe News Star

Location

Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 23, 1971

Page

2

Florida judge grants custody to DeMartinos in Lenore case

In Dade County Florida Judge Ralph Cullen ruled Nicholas and Jean DeMartino may keep Lenore after they fled Brooklyn with the child following New York court orders. Miss Scarpetta, the biological mother, plans an appeal. The couple will face New York contempt charges.

Nicholas Jean DeMartino Miami Florida Brooklyn New York Lenore Nicholas DeMartino Dade County Ralph Cullen DeMartinos William Colson Olga Scarpetta Miss Scarpetta Secre Cullen DaMartinos DeMartino

Southwest wind erosion hit 14 year high in 1970 71

The Agriculture Department report shows nearly 4.8 million acres of plains land heavily damaged by wind erosion, with Western Texas croplands and North and South Dakota among the hardest hit. Despite the surge, damage lags behind 1950s drought levels, as farmers now protect soil with grass cover and emergency tillage to reduce erosion.

Washington UPI Southwest Great Plains Agriculture Department Soil Conservation Service Texas South Dakota North Dakota Plains Great Plains States Wyoming

Welfare and Social Security bill clears House vote

The House approved welfare reform and broad Social Security changes in a 288 to 132 vote after a rare conservative liberal coalition to strike the welfare section. The measure would guarantee a $2,400 annual minimum for a family of four and extend benefits, with federal administration and possible state supplementation. The bill now goes to the Senate for action later this year amid calls from President Nixon to move quickly.

Washington House Senate Nixon White House

Welfare reform debate outlines House passage of Social Security Bill

The article describes how the House passed a Social Security bill with measures for child centered centers, stricter fraud penalties, and work requirements. It notes potential Senate delays, committee changes, and anticipated hearings mid July. It also contrasts support and opposition during a two day debate and includes a retiree income example under the bill.

Senate Finance Committee Senate House

Morning World and News-Star Subscription Rates Noted

The text lists subscription prices for Morning World and News-Star newspapers, covering daily and Sunday editions with options for one month and 12 months. Prices vary by format and day coverage, including evening and Saturday options.

Morning World News-Star Daily & Sun

Welfare Changes Would Increase Payroll Tax Rate

Washington AP reports that the House passed Social Security Welfare Bill would raise payroll tax rates for both employee and employer. The current wage base is $7,800 in 1971 rising to $9,880 in 1972 and beyond. The bill raises the base to $10,200 in 1972 and ties future increases to cost of living under an escalator provision.

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Table Illustrates Welfare Cost and Eligibility

A historical table shows the projected cost of a welfare bill and notes uncertainty over how many eligible would actually become recipients. The analysis highlights that many added beneficiaries may be working poor and some could qualify only for small supplements and might not apply.

Methadone Clinics Under Threat From Addicts

New Orleans police chief Clarence Giarrusso says narcotics addicts intimidate clinic employees to steal methadone, then resell it to other users. He warns the rehabilitation program will fail without strict controls on dispensing and operations.

New Orleans Clarence Giarrusso Giarrusso

Green Plants Make Lovely Gifts from Marys Flower Shop

Indoor gardens offered in a large assortment of green plants suitable as gifts. Prices range from $1 to $15 with easy care options. Containers include pottery, glass, plastic and brass. Call 323 3494 for Marys Flower Shop Inc located at 318 North 2nd Monroe.

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