Johnson Warns of Recession Risk After Vietnam
President Johnson directs a study of quick tax cuts and spending speedups to avert a recession sparked by unwinding Vietnam wartime measures. The annual economic report forecasts moderate growth through 1967, higher output, controlled inflation, and near full employment, with wage and price restraint urged. Gardner to lead postwar policy group. focus on tax relief, credit ease, and smoothing the peace transition for workers and industries.
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New York column rails at the weakening value of the dollar and rising prices, citing shoe shines at 35 cents and inflation. Dallas DA office notes 1966 graduates and staff changes as the dollar’s erosion continues. The piece muses on future costs and the stubborn urge to accumulate money despite its declining purchasing power.
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