Compulsory binding arbitration hailed for city worker disputes
The piece argues binding arbitration tied to the cost of living offers a fair path to settle wage fights for municipal workers. It notes New York City sanitation workers sparked policy shifts, while leaders fear legislative moves that would remove negotiated leverage and raise public costs.
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Johnson backs private training plan for unemployables
President Johnson proposed a private sector job creation program to train and place 500,000 hard core unemployables in 50 U S cities by mid 1971. Henry Ford II led the effort with the National Alliance of Businessmen while AFL CIO pledged support to pair business managers with local unions to hire and supervise displaced workers.
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Engineering demand outpaces supply as careers rise
A Department of Labor study shows about 70,000 engineering degrees are pursued annually but 25,000 more are needed each year. The decade ahead may see a shortfall of up to 300,000 engineers. The space program and tech growth boost demand while high school interest wanes.
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Reappraising Vietnam Strategy in Washington View
Joseph Kraft argues that the Vietnam war requires a sweeping reassessment of American strategy and force deployment. The piece critiques Westmoreland's attrition approach, notes Tet and Khe Sanh exposed weaknesses, and argues for redeploying troops to cut casualties and enable possible peace talks.
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Gap in Payments Warns of Alarming Deficit Spike
The balance of payments deficit widened in the fourth quarter and for the year to 3.57 billion dollars, with the final quarter at 1.83 billion dollars, the largest since 1950, prompting emergency measures from the President to stabilize the Situation.
Kenya Indians face second class status in UK debate
London reports the Kenya Indians risk permanent immigration limits as Kenyatta moves to restrict their rights. Duncan Sandys argues no binding pledge existed, while critics compare measures to past exclusion acts. Archbishop of Canterbury warns breaking word. Ken Tynan affair highlights social tensions, and Philby revelations prompt renewed British anger at double agents.
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Roosevelt marks 10 years in White House says no fourth term
The Messenger notes Franklin D Roosevelt marked his 10th year in the White House and stated he was too busy to consider running for a fourth term in 1944. The Army Navy Award went to 1,500 workers at West Virginia Ordnance Works Point Pleasant for war construction. Wilson asks Congress to seize German steamship line piers in U.S. For Freedom of the World shown at Majestic Theater, proceeds to War Chest.
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McCormack’s Speakership Stands Despite Critics and Calls for Change
James Marlow reports that Rep. John W. McCormack of Massachusetts faces no imminent exit from the House speakership as long as Democrats control the chamber. At 76 and in strong health, he has broad support, a record of accessibility, and a reputation for helping pet bills and committee placements. The article notes historical precedent and past leadership upheavals, including Halleck and Ford, but asserts McCormack’s popularity and stability amid ongoing speculation.
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James Marlow Ill, Columnwriter Out
James Marlow, the regular columnist, is ill and absent from the page leaving readers with a paused feature and no replacement noted. The notice confirms the author’s absence due to illness.
Discussion editor letter on lawlessness and civilization
Frank Merrick Semans of Athens writes that the article on lawlessness is necessary and cautions against vigilantism. He argues for intelligent discussion over anticrime operations, notes civilization peaks rise and fall, and urges continued effort rather than giving up.
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South America
Frank Merrick Semans
Athens
Dowager Queen Eugenia Returns to Spain at 80
The 80 year old Dowager Queen Eugenia of Spain, granddaughter of Queen Victoria, returns to her homeland she left in 1931 after King Alfonso XIII abdicated. She attended the baptism of Prince Felipe serving as godmother.
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Spain
Alfonso XIII
Victoria
England
Felipe
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