In-house news: U S Chamber National Manufacturers merger
Richard L. Lesher explains a planned merger of the two largest U S business groups, the Chamber of Commerce and the National Association of Manufacturers. Boards and members must approve, with completion projected in about six months as government growth drives the consolidation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
U.S. Chamber of Commerce
Chamber of Commerce of the
United States
National Association of Manufacturers
Chamber
Fires kept small in northwestern Minnesota last May
During a dry May, DNA Foresters suppressed 147 fires in the region. No fires reached disaster proportions, and widespread fire prevention saved acres of forest and millions of dollars. Public awareness and a burning ban aided firefighters in keeping blazes small.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minnesota
E. L
Park Rapids
Larry Hegstad
Business groups plan merger to curb regulatory burden
The National Association of Manufacturers and the Chamber of Commerce envision consolidating to fight rising regulation, reduce duplication, and boost services for small businesses. They compare current scales and outline a combined national field staff and headquarters near Lafayette Park.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Federal Register
General Motors
Alexander Fleming
Chamber
NAM
National Chamber
Lafayette Park
White House
Jimmy Carter A Solid South Wayward Candidate
AP profile of Jimmy Carter portrays a complex Georgia farmer turned presidential contender. The piece traces his upbringing in Plains, family influences, moral stance, and shift from liberal governor to national figure while examining public perception and the media scrutiny surrounding his bid. It notes his late rise, campaign poise, and the mystery some see in his persona.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Saul Pett
George McGovern
McGovern
Vietnam
Jimmy Carter
Georgia
Reimhold Niebuhr
Appomattox
Plains
Watergate
Borshak
James Earl Carter, Jr
Jimmy
Time Magazine
Rosalynn
White House
Lillian
Candor
Jody Powell
Carter
Sherman
Martin Luther King
Annapolis
Naval Operations
Platform planks rarely sway voters in campaigns
Virginia Payette argues platforms are ignored after conventions as voters and candidates chase flashy promises. Historical examples show parties tout platform pledges while campaigns focus on personalities and immediate incentives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
White House
Water power a neglected energy source gains notice
David Lilienthal urges tapping small hydropower on existing waterways as a rapid, practical fix. He cites 40 million potential beneficiaries, argues big projects lag due to politics, and notes ERDA omission and faster TVA timelines.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Cunniff
New York
America
David Lilienthal
Lilienthal
Tennessee Valley Authority
Atomic Energy Commission
Hydro
Energy Research and Development Administration
Development and Resources Corp
Washington
ERDA
TVA
Douglas
Also Mentioned on This Page
Richard L. Lesher
Askaa
New Jersey
Dylan Thomas
Reinhold Neibuhr
Bob Dylan
Alman Brothers
Marshal Tucker Band
Charlie Daniels
Virginia Payette
Nixon
Law and Order
Oval Office
LBJ
Kennedy
Cuba
Bay of Pigs
Eisenhower
Ike
Executive Branch
Roosevelt
Eleanor
Wilson
Ford
Jerry
United Feature Syndicate, Inc
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!