Agnes the Tropical Depression Threatens Carolinas Flooding
The storm Agnes, once a hurricane that killed 16 and caused about 15 million dollars in damage across Florida and Cuba, moved through the Carolinas with heavy rains and risks of flash flooding. The Weather Service issued flash flood alerts along the Appalachian ridges from South Carolina to Virginia and into Pennsylvania.
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Weather Ledger Shows Rain Across Regions and Mild Temps
Rain from mid Atlantic to lower Plains with generally fair conditions elsewhere. West PA sees flash flood watch, cool showers, mountains may have thundershowers. highs mid 60s to 70s, lows 40s to 50s. Report includes Shenango River stage and local park stats with three obituary-like lines.
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State legislators weigh $25 200 PA pay rise
Harrisburg reports the Compensation Commission may set lawmakers salaries at 19 200 with a 6 000 expense account totaling 25 200 annually for Pennsylvania s 253 legislators. Supporters cite full time pay and better budget handling while opponents warn of political wrangling ahead of elections.
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County approves full time planner position
County commissioners approved by a 2 to 1 vote the hiring of a full time planning director. The measure backs advertising for the post while final selection stays with the commissioners. The plan aims to save money, attract state and federal funds, and shift duties from County Engineer John Zabetakis.
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Thomas A. Shumaker
Frank A. Vitril
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W. Fillmore Campbell
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Butler County
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Airport standoff ends as would-be jumper spared
Thomas Scott Starbird, 25, of Bloomington Indiana, held a gun to his head in a Philadelphia airport construction trailer after grabbing a Navy enlistment pistol. Deputy Chief Morton Solomon and Police Commissioner Joseph O’Neill wrestled him to the floor as Starbird pulled the trigger but the hammer was blocked. He was taken to the naval hospital for psychiatric evaluation.
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State to Recommend Increases Across Sectors
Harrisburg reports from UPI indicate sources expect the state to propose hikes in multiple areas. Details suggest financial boosts may cover public services and regulatory programs, with officials signaling a broader policy shift.
McGovern Wins New York Pushes Toward Nomination
Sen. George S. McGovern swept New York, gaining 220 votes and moving within 204 of the 1,509 needed for the nomination. President Nixon also increased his delegate total as Democratic infighting and redistricting unfolded across the state.
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Agnes pushes through Carolinas after Florida Cuba disaster
Tropical low Agnes moves through the Carolinas with heavy rains and flash flood risk reaching Pennsylvania. Evacuations ordered near Avery County Dam as rock slides close roads. crews search for a missing sloop Selena King amid Newport racing disruptions.
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