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Headlines - January 19, 1979

Louisiana: The State We're In

Details

Collection:LPB

Genre: News, Public Affairs

Place Covered: Louisiana

Copyright Holder: Louisiana Educational Television Authority

Date Issued: 1979-01-19

Duration: 00:04:51

Subjects: Headlines | Health Care | Computers | INDICTMENTS

Contributors:

  • George, Beth Host
  • Blome, Ron Host

Description

This segment from the January 19, 1979, episode of “Louisiana: The State We’re In” features the week’s headlines, including Governor Edwin Edwards asking for emergency funds for a state medical assistance program and United States Attorney Don Beckner announcing indictments on racketeering charges for two employees of Honeywell Information Systems, who are accused of overcharging the State of Louisiana on computer purchases. Host: Beth George Host: Ron Blome