Economic Forecasts in 1970 Face Skepticism and Hope
The piece surveys economists and forecasters divided between gloom and wishful thinking for 1970. It notes expected higher unemployment, inflation, housing downturns, and sustained high rates, while outlining possible brighter midyear turns, potential Social Security boosts, and a shift from a seller’s to a buyer’s market as buying slows. It cites GM Chairman James Roche in a year‑end message.
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New York
General Motors
National Planning Association
James Roche
Two Charleston Officers Indicted for Beating Suspect
A federal grand jury in Columbia indicted Charleston County patrolmen Richard M. Clements and Richard G. Roush on charges they beat Robert Lee Anderson while in custody on May 2. The case notes Roush has since become a detective.
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Charleston County
Richard Mel Clements
Richard George Roush
Robert Lee Anderson
C. E. Grooms
Clements
Roush
Grooms
Birthday Horoscope December 23 Daily Outlook
The reading for December 23 emphasizes harmony in relationships and reliability at work, with praise for integrity and support from others. Tomorrow’s column highlights signs Capricorn through Sagittarius with reminders to manage promises, seek help, decide promptly, and return favors before sundown.
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Capricorn
Aquarius
Pisces
Aries
Taurus
Gemini
Cancer
Leo
VIRGO
LIBRA
Scorpio
Agittarius
Florence Physician Sentenced on Fraud Charges
Florence physician Dr Roy P Cunningham was sentenced to eight years in prison for fraudulent Medicare and Medicaid claims. Judge Charles E Simons ordered review after a three month psychiatric observation period with a January 5 start date. Cunningham pled no contest to eight counts. twenty-five charges were dropped. The government alleged false statements and misrepresentations in payments under the Social Security Act.
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Columbia
Florence
Roy P. Cunningham
U. S
Charles E. Simons
Sinus Trouble Seen As Common Yet Varied Disorder
Medical notes discuss sinus trouble as a widespread but misperceived ailment. Causes range from environmental factors to stress, with symptoms from headaches to nasal obstruction. Treatments include sprays Steam inhalations and, in severe cases, surgical drainage. Preventive steps emphasize avoiding smoke maintaining humidity and careful nose care.
Book Sales Split by Religion Critics in Holiday Market
A New York AP survey shows overall book sales up this holiday season but strictly religious titles lagging. Bibles sell well in most regions except the Northeast and Middle Atlantic, while devotional and mysticism works surge with young readers.
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Pentagon
Washington
Dallas
Texas
New York City
Chicago
Los Angeles
Kansas City
Atlanta
Middle Atlantic
Igor Kropotkin
Teachers Eager for Pay Raise Amid Fiscal Concerns
South Carolina teachers voiced eagerness for higher pay while acknowledging likely denial next year. Association president and Batesburg superintendent stressed support for fiscal soundness of state government over immediate salary gains.
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Columbia
South Carolina Education Association
J. M. Crout
Batesburg
Association
Giants of the Amazon: largest snake rodent and beetle discovered
The Amazon River basin hosts the earth’s largest snake, rodent, and beetle in one ecosystem. Researchers note their extraordinary sizes highlight biodiversity and ecological richness along the river.
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Santa Claus
Thurmond
Washington
Sen. Thurmond
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Mrs. Claus
Earth
Amazon River
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