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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 04, 1968
Page
9
The article argues that modern American consumers are wealthier educated and credit ready, buying for taste rather than need. This changing, less predictable consumer behavior affects savings rates and overall economic dynamics, troubling the Federal Reserve and economists.
A mechanics strike at OMIDIAL Myland halts equipment installation on the British Concorde, risking delay of its maiden flight. French version expected to fly late December or January. The piece also notes tax policy timing issues and shifts in consumer spending theories influenced by Keynes. James Habon wins design contest for the White House.
The World Almanac describes the 100-pound flour sack lifecycle in frontier economy. Bags were bleached and turned into work shirts with worn collars on both sides before being trimmed into dishcloths.
A Marine unit trudges six miles west of Khe Sanh under nine foot elephant grass and blistering heat. Packs weigh about 60 pounds with seven days of gear as Marines battle heat exhaustion, thirst, and jungle rot along a muddy trail toward Hill 44. Echo Company endures heat casualties and dehydration while crossing streams and pushing toward Lang Co village, with plans for another grueling day ahead.
Countries issue Christmas stamps including Australia Norfolk Island five cent designs and a Bethlehem view. Scott's catalogs list rising prices for US and European postal stamps. Korean Trade Fair stamp design features the Main Gate. Space Cover Catalog guides space-themed covers. Britain issues regional stamps. Western Samoa marks South Pacific Commission anniversary with coast views. Bridge traffic in California rises with Benicia Martinez and other toll facilities showing gains. Republic of Korea files requests for stamps honoring Portugal’s bridge with a sharp rise in demand.
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