Long Range Effects Of Ford Strike Threaten Economy
Washington and industry leaders warn a prolonged Ford Motor Co strike could depress production, sales and incomes across the economy. A brief stoppage may be bearable, but a months-long tie-up risks tax delays, job losses, reduced ad spending, and broader market impact beyond autos.
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Romney Critics and Top Salvos In Statements
Washington and El Paso reports describe reactions to Governor George Romney's Vietnam stance. Romney denies changing his position, tours urban slums to study causes of racial unrest, while supporters hope to limit Vietnam talk during the 20 day trip.
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Today In History Highlights for September 12 1967
AP digest of notable anniversaries including 1814 Baltimore defense in the War of 1812, Henry Hudson’s river entry, John Alden’s death, 1869 Prohibition party formation, Mussolini kidnapping in 1943, Allied advance into Germany in 1944, JFK wedding in 1953, and space exploration comments in recent years.
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John Alden
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Rockefeller Declares Clear Stance Yet Responds Calmly
The report notes Rockefeller knowing his position and communicating it, while maintaining composure and respect in the discussion.
Chester Rat Tail Hunt Fails in Chester
In Chester Pennsylvania Mayor James H. Gorbey backed a 10 cent bounty to clean out 10 000 rats at a cost of 1 000 dollars. After 29 days only a dozen tails were turned in. Gorbey left for Europe on a State Department trip to Poland and his assistant Harold A. MacNeilly faced the flop.
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James H. Gorbey
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Ancient usury found in 3850 year old Assyrian loan
University of Pennsylvania Museum scholars reading Assyrian cuneiform tablets report 190 percent annual interest on loans in 1850 B C. Dr Hildegarde Smith translating 10 minas borrows by an Assyrian exporter shows a banker to receive 29 minas after a year.
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University of Pennsylvania Museum
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Boyle's Notebook Slobs Are Choice Husbands
A selection of Hal Boyle observations on gender, politics, culture, and society. Jokes about husbands, tourists, dieting, and aging mix with quips on dope addicts, hawks and doves, and the oddities of modern life. The tone is breezy and satirical.
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Literary giants Shakespeare and Cervantes die on same day
The World Almanac notes April 23, 1616 as the day both William Shakespeare and Miguel de Cervantes died, perhaps unaware of each other. Both achieved high mastery in literature, shaping drama and prose.
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