Social Security Tax Burden Grows As Benefits Rise
The article traces Social Security tax growth from 1937 to the start of the 29th year, noting a jump from $30 to 277.20 for median earners, with potential to reach 372.90 by 1987. It highlights employer matching, amendments, and ongoing calls to double taxes for higher benefits, arguing the program functions as welfare. It cites 1965 benefits of 18.3 billion, retroactive 7 percent increases in 1967, and revised earnings rules for workers and self employed.
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Afl-Cio
San Francisco
Congress
Social Security
Wagner Warns Cities Face Unending War on Public Demands
In his farewell as New York City's longest serving mayor, Robert F. Wagner warned that cities confront mounting needs for funds across wars on poverty crime pollution dirt blight traffic and job flight. He urged dedicated public service and taxpayer input as urban centers struggle with rapid growth and urbanization.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert F. Wagner
New York’s
Gemini 7 Flight Clears Way for Long Space Missions
Medical analysis of the 14 day Gemini 7 mission shows no major obstacles to extended spaceflight. Dr. Charles A. Berry reported that cardiovascular effects and bodily functions remained within limits, with adaptation occurring after a few days. The flight demonstrated space can be safely extended toward longer expeditions.
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Moon
Mars
Charles A. Berry
American Association For the Advancement of Science
Views Of Johnson In Foreign Policy Through Viet Nam Action
James Marlow analyzes President Johnson's handling of Viet Nam and foreign talks. He notes Johnson's home-style tactics in presses and emissaries, argues his persistent, pragmatic Senate leadership aided by publicity, and suggests the approach could shape future war funding and peace efforts.
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LEJ
Viet Nam
Washington
Johnson
Senate
Congress
The Moscow Grip Deepens in Venezuela Crisis
A Caracas stash of 500000 dollars found on European travelers points to Moscow's covert funding of Venezuelan and Latin American communist efforts. The money, linked to Italian and Spanish arrivals, underscores Soviet aims to boost subversion, legalize the Venezuelan party, and counter Chinese influence through Havana talks.
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Caracas
Venezuela
Spain
Italy
Moscow
Communist Party
Peking
Czechoslovakia
Havana
Soviet Union
Latin America
FALN
Algeria
National Liberation Front
Venezuelan Communist Party
Falcon Mountains
Fidel Castro
Castro
Africa
Asia
Look Into Future In 1955 False Predictions By Robert Peterson
The piece critiques a 1955 magazine article forecasting 1965 and 1975 life. It notes many bold predictions about solar houses, prefab construction, four day workweeks, union growth, two kinds of cars, two color TV sets, space satellites, and peace amid Cold War tensions while acknowledging some accurate guesses on frozen foods, pensions, and automation.
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Leo Cherne
The
Research Institute of America
Cherne
U. S
New York
London
Second Wife Forgives Alimony But Not Payment to First Wife
HAL BOYLE notes a second wife may forgive almost anything but alimony to the first wife, arguing she deserves the money and would rather see him jailed than pay. The column contrasts wit with catalog culture and social quips on money, aging, and relationships.
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New York
America
Reading Request for Older Now Book by Petition
A notice invites readers to request a book titled The Advantages of Growing Older by writing to Robert Peterson Life Begins at Forty care of this paper. Include a stamped self addressed envelope and ten cents to cover handling costs.
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Robert Peterson
Today in History highlights major 1936 act ruling
On January 6 1936 the Supreme Court ruled the Agricultural Adjustment Act of 1933 unconstitutional. The entry notes other events on this date including Roosevelts Four Freedoms speech and a 1919 Roosevelt death.
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Associated Press
Supreme Court
Bramable
Annapolis
New Mexico
Dear Abby Readers Debate Hosting Etiquette
Readers respond to Dear Abby on hosting duties and serving guests. One writer argues budget limits justify not refilling drinks or snacks, while others emphasize courteous, proactive hospitality. Respondents describe guests who linger, refuse, or demand hospitality, urging considerate service.
Dear Abby Reader Defends Casual Hospitality Choices
A reader argues hosting should not force food or drink on guests. They state a guest should feel free to refuse and that hosts should accept a simple yes or no answer without begging anyone to eat or drink. They defend plain old courtesy.
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Abby
Dear Abby Reply Targets Hostess Guidance
Dear Abby letter writer and spouse dispute your stance that a hostess should act without inquiring. They argue the column advice to “often a guest” favors proactive catering without asking guests about preferences or needs. They seek clarification on balancing hospitality with guest input.
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Abby
Personal reply envelope instructions at Abby box
Readers are asked to write to Abby at Box 69700 in Los Angeles California and to include a stamped self addressed envelope for a personal reply. The note provides a mailing address and a return mail requirement.
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Abby
Los Angeles
Calif
Seane Daily and Periodic Rates Overview
A brief listing details various time-based rates including daily, weekly, quarterly, semiannual and yearly options. It contrasts short term plans with longer commitments and highlights how pricing changes with duration. The piece references standard terms used in subscription style offerings.
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James A. Lovell, Jr
James Marlow
Rowland Evans and
Robert Novak
By Robert Peterson
Hal Boyle
Abraham Lincoln
the Union
Theodore Roosevelt
Franklin D. Roosevelt
Roosevelt
Ford Motor Co
Beaumont
Iowa
Bse
Mali
Ohie Ane
U.S
Possessions
Seane
Athens
Ohio Post Office
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Union St
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