Grand Haven youths aid flood cleanup at Anna State Hospital
A dozen Grand Haven residents traveled to Southern Illinois to help with flood cleanup at Anna State Hospital. The volunteers, mostly high school juniors and seniors from First Presbyterian Church, were led by Rev. Albert Parker and his wife Joanne. They joined after hearing of the flood issues during a church training session.
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Michigan volunteers aid flood damaged Egyptian School
A Grand Haven group led by the Rev Parker arrived in Tamms to assist flood cleanup at the Egyptian School where water reached 40 inches. They painted cleaned and even did laundry for residents before heading to Chicago to see Godspell and return home.
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Public split on funding Cambodia war timeline
A Harris poll shows 64 percent want Congress to cut off all funds for U S military operations in Cambodia by August 15 with 22 percent opposed. On a 30 day extension, 45 percent favor Nixon's request while 43 percent oppose. Public confidence in Nixon’s foreign policy remains relatively high despite Watergate concerns.
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Supplemental Security Income applications opened in Carbondale
The Carbondale Social Security office began taking applications for supplemental security income for people 65 or older or who are blind or disabled. Ray Cohee says payments start in January 1974 and eligibility hinges on income and assets with caps for individuals and couples. The program is federally funded, administered by the Social Security Administration, and includes an contact number and address for more information.
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VA to recognize wives income for veterans home loans
The Veterans Administration will count both the veteran and spouse income when assessing loan repayment ability. VA Administrator Donald E. Johnson says past rules discounted a wife’s income. About 60 percent of loans are guaranteed, with $12,500 maximum, and counselors note few women veterans use benefits.
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Harris survey on war critique and calls to end conflict
A Harris poll shows 33 percent of the public view the war as a mistake and want out. A San Jose systems engineer calls for immediate withdrawal, labeling the war a disaster and immoral further bombings. Mt Blanc rises 15,781 feet as Western Europe’s highest peak.
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