Unemployment Holds at Five Percent Amid Slowing Economy
UPI reports May unemployment at 5 percent while labor data show declines in factory hours and work week, hinting at a cooling boom. economists warn of a possible recession. Stein and McChesney Martin predict later downturns, while Meany criticizes policy and calls for fairer economic action.
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Dollar Slides to New Record Lows as Gold Rises
The dollar fell to new record lows against major European currencies for the third time this week while gold climbed to a high of 119 dollars an ounce in Zurich and London. Dealers cited global demand for gold and fears over Nixon’s economic leadership as key factors driving markets.
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Trade with China blocked by American property claims
Washington AP The State Department official cautioned that normal trade with Mainland China hinges on settlement of American citizens property seizures by the Communist government. He warned unresolved claims could trigger seizure of Chinese property and costly litigation over exhibits or visits, stressing relations must not hurt friends like Nationalist China.
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