End of 18-Cent Stamp Era Faces Quick Demise
Analysis argues the 18-cent stamp will be phased out as postal costs soar. It cites union opposition and Congress resistance to nine-digit ZIP code plans, predicts job cuts and potential future rate hikes, with Bolger pushing automation as a solution.
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William Bolger
Congress
Roger W. Jepsen
Iowa
Anthony
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Robert L. Hardesty
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U N Faces Hurdles in Namibian Settlement Effort
The United Nations struggles to mediate Namibia's independence as Western powers clash with South Africa over SWAPO. A Geneva conference collapsed after South Africa refused participation citing UN bias. SWAPO is backed by Marxist states and a UN vote condemned South Africa’s policies.
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Namibia
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South West Africa
General Assembly
South Africa
Adam Smith Neck Ties and Modern Politics
A Washington reader gifts a necktie with Smith profiles as a foil to explain how his laissez faire ideas shaped today’s politics. The piece argues Smith linked private self interest to public good, but also warned government’s role, warning that modern rhetoric empties public spirit.
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Adam Smith
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Smith
Alimentary government and a doubtful reaction indoors
In a loose column of opinion and quotes the piece contrasts antiwar protests with U S politics. It recalls a state senator and his polling aide amid Vietnam era lessons and cites a biting Reagan quip about government likened to an appetite driven baby.
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