Toledo Union Journal

"As of now, what do you think is the most important issue facing people in the forthcoming election in November?"

(When people are working their interest in government and their elected representatives seem to slacken. Unemployment seems to bring an awareness to people of the importance of government functions and of their elected representatives. This question was asked in front of the Bureau of Unemployment Compensation.)

Vol. 14, No. 13

Albert Beno, Auto-Lite Unit, 3702 Twining St.: "I think that the people ought to elect more state representatives and senators who will work for the benefit of the workers. One of the first things they should tackle is better unemployment laws in Ohio."

Ausby Townsend, Local 1058, Doehler-Jarvis: "More state senators and representatives should be elected who will work for better unemployment benefits for the working people. There doesn't seem to be enough people in Columbus to represent the working people."

Stephen Pilatowski, 2912 Higgins St.: "I am interested in the local elections because it can mean an improved education program at the University of Toledo."

Ted Sahadia, 918 Walnut St.: "Personally I would like to see more adequate administration of Unemployment Compensation benefits. There seems to be a lot of room for improvement in this area."

Nancy Thomas, Route 1, Pemberville, Ohio: "I think more state representatives and senators should be elected who will pass more legislation which will be beneficial to the unemployed and to those unfortunate workers who get injured."

Martha Chrozelewski, 738 Woodstock St.: "I am interested in the Social Security bill in Washington which will bring the retirement age of women eligible for benefits down to 62 years. I think a woman who is 62 should be allowed to retire and take it a little easier."

Robert Miller, 1403 Grand Ave.: "I think the present Administration should do something about the increase in unemployment and take steps to make jobs for the unemployed."

Ron Gaiewski, 545 Bronson: "I think the state should pass a law raising unemployment compensation benefits. Such a change might make employers schedule their work so there would be fewer layoffs."