Carter Civil Service Reform Faces Battle Over Veterans Preference
An editorial outlines President Carter’s civil service reform plan, urging retention of veterans preference while addressing objections about fairness to women. It notes proposed creation of a Federal Labor Relations Authority and a strengthened whistleblower regime, warning these could broaden union power and erode individual rights. The piece stresses maintaining veterans benefits and calls for targeted reforms to discipline, anti corruption protections, and protections against political misuse. It also discusses average height statistics and ends with a reflection on resisting time’s passage.
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Civil Service Commission
Merit Systems Protection Board
Federal Labor Relations Authority
Prcdmens
Federal Service Impasses Panel
Federal Labor Relations
National Labor Relations Council
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Labor Authority
Ex-VA Chief Roudebush Wins Extra Pension
Washington report details how Richard Roudebush former head of the Veterans Administration secured a $50 monthly benefit increase and ultimately $14 more per month despite adverse medical findings. Four boards’ reviews were overridden by officials tied to Roudebush including a private exam and threats to board members. The saga follows his 1977 departure and later revelations of pressure, highlighting his Indiana ties and VA influence.
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Washington
Richard Roudebush
Veterans Administration
Roudebush
Intiana
Poppy
Veterans of Foreign Wars
Nixon
Charles Pecharsky
Compensation and Pension Service
Indiana
James Crowe
Crowe
Peter Grant
Pecharsky
Cape
R. L. Hornbarger
Indianapolis
Roudettsh
Review Board
Hartbarger
Ezamina
Hornbarger
Veterans Adukts Wen
Letters to the editor Prefers God s values to lie values
A reader argues that the Declaration of Independence grounds faith in God and equality before Him, opposing ERA and federal overreach. The letter cites Proverbs and urges Christians to defend freedom under God, asserting both religious faith and political liberty underpin the nation.
Mayor Culler Announces Local Parade Beside Races
Fifty years ago Mayor Culler announced a local celebration with plans for immediate races. A survey by A. Shank of the Waynesboro Rotary Club notes Fredericktonians disappointed that a motorized army from Camp Leonard Wood did not pass through Frederick. The expected route to Gettysburg via Westminster caused further disappointment.
Experimental weed killer trial in Frederick County crops
Twenty years ago a form of experimental weed killer called Simatine was tested on local corn fields in Frederick County. Early results suggest it can control weed growth for up to two and a half months. Officials consider land use plans and potential water supply needs as development limits near Frederick City are discussed. Pastmaster Earl Kelbaugh retired after 22 years heading the Thurmont postal department and plans to move near his son.
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Frederick County
Frederick City
Earl T. Kelbaugh
Thurmont
Wes FL
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