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Newspaper
Bemidji Pioneer
Location
Bemidji, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Mar 03, 1972
Page
2
An editorial argues Nixon understates unemployment by counting part-time job seekers. It notes 6 percent overall joblessness even in strong economy, and 15 percent of civilians in part-time labor, including many students and married women. The piece warns normal growth won’t yield enough jobs without inflation risk.
An AP report cites a White House source saying President Nixon and Chou En Lai discussed Vietnam peace and a possible POW release in Peking. A public two to three week announcement was hinted on a third country for ongoing diplomacy and people to people exchanges.
Washington AP report says the United States moves toward an all volunteer force with the smallest active men count in 25 years and costs at least 12 billion dollars more than the Vietnam era. Defense Secretary Laird targets ending the draft by mid 1973 and relies on higher pay and incentives to attract volunteers.
Readers' letters defend snowmobiling against safety and environmental warnings. The piece argues the sport is safer than driving, cites demographics of enthusiasts, and invites newcomers to join clubs. It includes a second letter from Lyle W. Chisholm defending Indian affairs work and addressing a libel dispute.
Saigon officials defend the U S China communique noting no betrayal in Nixon's hint that American forces may withdraw from Indochina without a negotiated settlement. Foreign Minister Tran Van Lam reiterates Thieu's approval and calls the move a step toward reducing Cold War tension. Cambodia also welcomes the statement and urges Beijing to end support for Sihanouk's exile government.
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