Martha Raye over war stigma through troop shows and resilience
Hollywood comedian Martha Raye recalls wartime service entertaining U.S. troops in World War II and Vietnam. She defends her record against a war monger label, credits Rock Hudson for reviving her career, and notes ongoing success in film and stage work while maintaining her bold stand-up legacy.
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Pratt’s singles eligibility amendment defeated in House
In New Castle on June 27 1979 the Pennsylvania House rejected Ralph Pratt’s proposal to add single persons to the rent and property tax rebate program for seniors. The 115 to 68 vote would have extended rebates to about 35000 divorced and unmarried eligible individuals, costing roughly $8 million yearly.
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