Editorial Opinion Foot in the Door on Medicare Debates
The Portland Journal cautions that a Medicare style system risks harming medical standards and professional independence. It argues eldercare should blend government aid with voluntary insurance, preserving choice and avoiding compulsory restructuring of care.
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Portland
Oregon
U. S
Reflecting on the Fourth of July and American heritage
A nostalgic essay contrasts old time Independence Day celebrations with modern urban life. It praises the founding ideals, patriotism, and public tribute to freedom, urging readers to honor the founders and preserve the spirit of independence in future celebrations.
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Energy mix shifts show 1971 projections
The National Industrial Conference Board notes 1950 median family income at 3319 rising to 6249 in 1963. Standard Oil of New Jersey predicts nuclear energy at about 1 percent of the free world market by 1971, hydroelectric around 7 percent, coal declining below 25 percent, and oil plus gas rising to roughly 67 percent by 1971.
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Standard Oil Company
New Jersey
Hydroelectric
Andrews flashback hits track and city drive
One year ago Ted Nelson, noted Andrews track ace, sought an Olympic bid at the AAU meet in New Jersey. The city announced eight fire siren blasts for a civil defense warning and noted rising female labor force participation at 32.6 percent. July events include the Headin West Trail Ride, Highway 80 Tennis, and the largest golf tournament at Andrews Country Club.
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Ted Nelson
New Jersey
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Andrews County News publisher notes editorial corrections policy
The Andrews County News publishes Sundays and Thursdays from 111 Northwest First in Andrews Texas. The editor publisher is James Roberts with Mrs C W Roberts Sr as business manager and 7 C Howell as advertising manager. Bhop is foreman. The paper will correctErrors upon notification and is not liable beyond the space paid for.
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Andrews County News
Northwest First
Andrews
Texas
James Roberts
C. W. Roberts SR
C. Howell
Harold Burns
Safer at Nuclear Sites than Homes Says Health Message
An industrial hygienist notes that home accidents kill thousands in Texas and nationwide each year, while nuclear sites report fewer than ten deaths in twenty years. The piece urges forethought and safety training from infancy to adulthood to reduce risks at home.
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Texas
Readers weigh in on potato shortages and highway reform
A letter from readers lampoons farm policy and politics. It cites small U S potato crops, Canadian imports, and rising prices. A critic suggests suspending traffic laws one weekend monthly to reduce accidents and deaths.
Water Toll Rises to Ninety With 23 New Deaths
The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department reports 90 water fatalities since mid April, up 23 in two weeks. J. B. Phillips notes patrols aided rescues and rim searches for victims, including four inmates from a state prison farm. The deaths, mainly from outdoor swimming and fishing, include four fishermen and the three children swept from Gulf Coast surf near Gilchrist.
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Texas Parks and Wildlife Department
J. B. Phillips
Trinity River
Gilchrist
Gulf Coast
Houston
Phillips
VA predicts WWII veterans will outnumber Korean War vets by 2000
The VA projects that by 2000 about three of every five veterans living civilian life will be World War II veterans, with the remaining two being Korean War veterans. The forecast highlights shifting veteran demographics and aging service needs.
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