Teenager walks after pioneering spine transplant in Cincinnati
Michael Southerland a 14 year old cancer patient made first steps since a groundbreaking operation five months ago when doctors replaced a vertebra with metal and rib segments He stood on crutches a week later and plans to go home with his mother Doctors credit his will power and family support as he faces months of chemotherapy and a plaster jacket before a removable plastic brace No more surgery planned and the family rushes to arrange single seat travel for the return flight home
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Thornburgh cites $28.5 million surplus for 1978-79
Harrisburg reports state government ended the 1978-79 fiscal year with a 28.5 million surplus, contrasting January deficit forecasts. Officials credit higher revenue, welfare cuts, and hiring/fleet reductions for the net gain. Thornburgh notes funds to pay bills and invest in roads and schools without tax increases.
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Shapp Says Thornburgh Doing Pretty Well So Far
Former Pennsylvania governor Milton Shapp praises Governor Dick Thornburgh for his first six months in office citing handling of the Three Mile Island crisis as effective and noting tax proposals and budget passage. He warns against whitewashing the Mellon Bank PSBA case and says he will back Edward Kennedy if he runs in 1980.
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County funds delayed over wrong forms in 1970s report
Lawrence County Child Services has not received state reimbursements for over a year and a half. County officials were told forms changed in late 1977, but old forms were still used, delaying $250,000 owed for 1978. A hearing may be needed to reestablish qualifications and Reed that three fourths of the amount could be lost. Also approved: Joe Cioffi Trucking to demolish a county house at 1116 Sciota St. for up to 1450.
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Fire study planned to assess New Castle protection needs
City residents will participate in a study to evaluate New Castle's fire protection, announced by Council President Eugene DeCaprio. Begun earlier this month by Penn State engineer William C. Arble, the no cost effort engages two committees, a work committee of city staff and a steering panel, with one third of the steering group named.
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Senate Okays Panama Canal Treaty Implementing Bill
The Senate approved the implementing bill 64 to 30 after debate on terms of the Panama Canal treaties. President Carter endorsed the measure as consistent with treaty terms, urging prompt action as the canal shifts toward Panamanian control by 2000. House provisions on canal revenue shutdown and full Congress approval of property transfer were rejected as incompatible with the treaties.
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Moon Landrieu named HUD secretary pick by Carter
Washington sources say Moon Landrieu former New Orleans mayor was chosen to head Housing and Urban Development to replace Patricia Harris. He met with Carter at the White House and may be announced today as the Cabinet undergoes changes after a purge last week.
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