Governor Shafer Urges Pennsylvania Budget Deadline
Governor Shafer warned lawmakers that only three weeks remain to craft a budget and tax plan for Pennsylvania, while a lawmaker from his own party questioned the governor's reminder. The piece argues Pennsylvania has endured a era of restive minority rule, with Democrats in the House blocking budget decisions and limiting the governor's actions across the last dozen years.
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Keystone State
NAACP urges broader minority representation on board
Mrs Margaret Campbell of the New Castle NAACP urges four minority members on the Mental Health Mental Retardation Board arguing current composition lacks viewpoints from diverse areas. She notes Dr James Paige represents one group while real representation should reflect problem areas and poorer communities, prompting county officials to consider broader inclusion.
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Margaret Campbell
New Castle
National Association For Colored People
NAACP
Campbell
The Fiffel Tower Expands In Summer Heat
The 984 foot iron tower expands seven inches in height on sunny days due to heat. Built with bolted girders, the structure shows measurable thermal expansion as temperatures rise.
White House fellows finalists chosen for 1969 70
Thirty candidates compete in final interviews for about 20 White House fellowships. The program, started in 1964, places young Americans in top government roles for a year, with seminars and active staff assignments in the White House and cabinet offices.
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White House
Johnson
Charles R. Larson
Nixon
Midway
Arthur E. Dewey
Edgar F. Kaiser Jr
Walter Hickel
Ronald B. Lee
The Bureaucracy Comparison: Business vs Government Flaws
A critical reflection on public and private sectors. The writer argues both systems show waste and incompetence, with government exposed in public record while business hides dysfunction behind profits. It cites corporate takeovers, top-heavy structures, and the Nixon era as examples.
Garbage tax and curbside pickup critique from New Castle resident
A local resident criticizes a new garbage tax affecting low income residents and widows in New Castle. The letter urges rear alley collection more often, asks officials to ease heavy lifting for the disabled and elderly, and complains about curbside mess the day after pickup. The writer pleads for prompt correction and notes they do not work for the garbage department.
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New Castle
Lawmakers
Garbage Department
Jaycee Horse Show Gains Cross-State Publicity in New Castle
The New Castle Jaycees thank The News for strong coverage of their Annual Charity Horse Show. Over five years the event has grown into one of the tri state area’s largest, with exhibitors from seven states and Canada. This year more than 400 exhibitors are expected and the three day show will bring over $150 000 in outside monies to New Castle. Proceeds fund community betterment projects and leadership training, while also offering low cost entertainment and favorable local publicity.
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Teachers Chided by Reader for Breaking Their Word
Editor responds to Dolores M Callahan defending teachers who struck after signing contracts. Letter criticizes misperceptions about teachers withdrawing service and stresses that many workers, including hod carriers and mailmen, are essential. The writer warns against further public ire and reiterates that trustworthiness matters.
LeTourneau Remembered as Mechanical Genius
New Castle News noted on June 2, 1969 the death of Robert Gilmour LeTourneau, praising him as a mechanical genius and a man of great achievement.
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New Castle News
Robert Gilmour LeTourneau
LeTourneau
Where is love in New Castle today and who will answer
A reflective piece questions the loss of love and rising hate in New Castle. It contrasts social denunciations of teachers with calls for pity, compassion, and forgiveness, urging readers to search their hearts for understanding. The note honors Robert Gilmour LeTourneau as a dedicated Christian layman who gave most of his income to Gospel work and urged youth to live with faith and commitment.
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Mr. LeTourneau
UPI
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LeTourneau
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