Ford sets out economic plan in first annual address
President Ford urges Congress to back a coal based recovery and expanded power plants. He warns of tough sacrifices and calls for federal action while acknowledging congressional scrutiny and needed compromises to turn around the economy. He stresses unity with Congress to fight economic enemies.
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Ford Economic Proposals Spark Confusion and Disillusion
AP analysis notes the Ford administration's recession plans mix hope and guesswork. Economists debate tax cuts and rebates, energy taxes, and housing effects, with concerns over inflation, rising interest rates, and impact on Detroit. The piece concludes with the question what other choice remains.
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NEW York
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Americans See Religion Gaining Influence Doubled Since 1970
George Gallup reports a shift in opinion with 31 percent of Americans believing religion is increasing its influence, up from 14 percent in 1970, while 56 percent say religion is losing influence. Young adults are most likely to view increased influence.
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Gallup
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Opia
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Eee
Incr
Perro
Film Presentation on Energy Use Reflects Conservative View
The National Federation of Independent Business praises a U S Commerce Department film tracing energy history and future demands. It emphasizes that increasing energy supply requires time and engineering, while urges citizens to act for their own benefit amid calls for taxes and government mandates.
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National Federation of Independent Business
U.S. Commerce Department
Moses
Department of Commerce
Gilligan Misses Transportation Budget Plan in Ohio Speech
Ohio former Gov. John J. Gilligan left no proposed expenditures for the Transportation Department in his final budget message to the General Assembly. A major transportation study recommended a gas tax increase, while lawmakers and aides debate timing and the legislature's image amid a pay hike for members. Senate leaders plan Monday night sessions to review committee business as new administration prepares.
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Columbus
Ohio
John J. Gilligan
General Assembly
Department of Transportation
Gilligan
James A. Rhodes
Richard F. Celeste
Ocasek
Senate
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New Boston
House
Nostalgia Inc. proposes reviving Vietnam era spending
Henry Simpkin of Nostalgia Inc. suggests bringing back the Vietnamese war to lift spirits amid inflation and recession. He argues Congress should allot hundreds of millions to prevent the Viet Cong from taking over, while noting the President asks for no new troop deployments.
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Washington
Henry Simpkin
Nostalgia, Inc
Congress
Speech excerpts reference U S aid to South Vietnam
A dialog fragment recalls President Ford and President Johnson in an exchange about sending advisers to assist South Vietnam. The speaker notes the risk of American troops becoming involved in a distant war and questions the pledge of noncombat commitment.
Nostalgia Plan Recreates Vietnam Era Naval Scenes
Simpkin proposes a revival of Vietnam period nostalgia with a recreated naval task force off Indochina, dominoes, and references to the Ho Chi Minh Trail. The plan includes public drafts, campus demonstrations, and a renewed push for military memory.
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Simpkin
Gulf of Tonkin
Indochina
Vietnam
Hawaii
Rant on Liturgy and Anglicans Sparks Satirical Note
The writer rails against vernacularized Catholic liturgy and criticizes Anglican Book of Common Prayer while praising Chesterton and Gothic cathedrals. He mocks translations and calls for Congress to tax others, noting committee balance and political tensions.
Social Security Seen Sound by Advisory Council Leader
J Henry Smith of Equitable Life Assurance and the Advisory Council on Social Security defends the program. He says Social Security is basically sound and securely funded if Congress provides the necessary money, despite critics claiming instability.
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New York
J. Henry Smith
Government
Advisory Council On Social Security
Smith
Congress
Advisory council weighing higher wage base for taxes
Brickman revenues report the advisory council may propose raising the maximum taxable wage base to 24 400 from 14 100 late this month or February. If Congress agrees 93 percent of workers would have withholding on incomes all year. One member, Smith, opposes saying it disrupts a three tier welfare and private insurance system.
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