Indiana Editorial Warns of Looming Session Risks
The piece criticizes the upcoming session as dangerous for Hoosiers while praising fiscal discipline under Governors Whitcomb and Bowen. It notes an estimated $480 million surplus and accuses Democratic legislators including Rep. Craig Campbell of seeking to spend the funds, praising Bowen’s property tax freeze and Indiana’s prosperity.
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Edgar D. Whitcomb
Otis Bowen
Indiana General Assembly
Craig Campbell
Bowen
Indiana
Bowen Freeze Sparks Indiana Tax Debate and Budget Warnings
The text urges legislative action to keep cities within the existing tax structure, opposing mayoral spending on lavish projects. It warns that lifting the Bowen Freeze could unleash tax increases and debt, threatening Indiana’s fiscal stability and credit. Democrats are urged to restrict rate increases and prioritize emergencies and essential projects.
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Indiana
Advisory urges skateboard repairs by experienced craftsmen
The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued guidance urging skateboard owners to seek experienced repairmen for complex adjustments. The report notes many youths had previously improvised fixes with bubble gum rubber bands and spit, praising the shift as a prudent use of tax dollars.
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Chicago Tribune
Consumer Product Safety Commission
Autumn of liberty warned against growing government
Paul Harvey recalls his book Autumn of Liberty and argues that the U S economic system is slipping behind Sweden Japan and Germany due to overregulation. He cites 60221 pages of proposed and final rules and notes bureaucrats at GM and Amway executives warning that government snooping strangles free enterprise and risks a police state.
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Paul Harvey
U.S
Sweden
Japan
Germany
General Motors
George Dodds
WGGH
Marion
Rich Devos
Jay van Andel
Amway
George III
Sensing The News 78 Last chance
Anthony Harrigan argues 1977 under Carter failed to deliver reforms and trusted insiders. He criticizes policy shifts, CIA leadership, energy bills, and human rights strategy while warning that 1978 offers one last chance for the American middle class to regain a sound footing ahead of congressional elections.
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Anthony Harrigan
America
Washington
Carter
Vance
Califano
HEW
Brown
Defense
National Security Council
Henry Kissinger
Zbigniew Brzezinski
Central Intelligence Agency
United States
Stansfield Turner
Soviet Union
China
Patricia Derian
State Department
Argentina
Miss Derian
St. Stephen
Europe
Hungary
At wit's end A very good friend By Erma Bombeck
Humorous reminiscence about a long friendship with Mayva, noting shared moments and quirks from past decades. The writer playfully mocks Mayva as she nears grandmother status and reflects on their bond through witty anecdotes and affectionate sarcasm.
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Erma Bombeck
Mayva
Bell Telephone
The Fifth District Iowa race in 1978 and 1980 fate
Washington columnist Kevin P Phillips notes voters' tepid congressional turnout yet argues off year elections split into first and second rounds. He cites Ford and Wall Street Journal forecasts, analyzes 1954 62 70 and 1958 66 74 patterns, and links Iowa Fifth District 1978 result to the 1980 presidential race implications.
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Kevin P. Phillips
Washington
Santa Anita
Iowa
Gerald Ford
Jimmy Carter
Lyndon Johnson
UPI
White House
House of Representatives
Carter
Eisenhower
Johnson
Nixon
Okun Sees Carter Inflation Plan Gap In 1980 Debate
Andrew Tully notes economist Arthur Okun, former Johnson adviser, argues Carter lacks an anti inflation program. Okun suggests incentives to curb prices and wages, with tax rewards for firms and unions that restrain actions. The piece critiques Carter’s broader inflation stance and calls for bold, self interested reforms.
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Andrew Tully
Washington
Carter
Jimmy Carter
Arthur M. Okun
Lyndon Johnson
Council of Economic Advisers
Okun
Brookings Institution
Johnson
Thee
Pledge of Allegiance Recital Cited in Public Assembly
A public assembly featured the pledge to the flag of the United States of America, asserting loyalty to the republic and the ideals of liberty and justice for all, with emphasis on unity and national under God sentiment.
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United States of America
Republic
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