Population Of U S Hits 202 254 000 As Growth Slows
Washington reports 1968 population estimates show 202 million Americans, with 2.0 million net gain for 1968 the smallest since 1943. Birth rate falls to 17.9 per 1000, average age 27.7. 49 million family units exist as inlaws and moving trends reshape housing and demographics nationwide.
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Benefits plan debated for social sources and disabilit
A panel discussed expanding social security benefits for disabled workers and nonreturnable bottle and beer measures as part of a broader 1969 legislative look. The plan, tied to the 91st Congress, anticipates action in 1970 with unknown details and a projected cost around $4 billion.
Medicare Cost To Remain $4 Till June 1970
Secretary Cohen announced the elderly will pay $4 monthly for Medicare through June 30 1970. He said the fiscal 1970 premium is fixed by law and will not change for 1970 71, despite rising costs. He urged doctors to hold fees steady to avoid inflation and possible Congressional action.
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Elkhart Expands Police in War on Crime
Elkhart Indiana plans to hire thirty new police officers, with eighteen joining the city force immediately and training set to begin soon. The mayor notes council approval of 250000 for the expansion, with the rest to be hired by midyear, part of a broad crime reduction push.
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Richardson to resign as MA attorney general for Nixon post
Boston reports Elliot Richardson will quit as Massachusetts attorney general to become undersecretary of state in the Nixon administration. House Speaker Robert Quinn announced the move at a hastily called news conference and said Richardson will accept the post.
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