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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Aug 17, 1971

Page

4

Dollar moves amid overseas rally and mixed reactions

New York AP reports early signs of a dollar strengthen plan with overseas markets showing spotty gains. Some negative effects included a 3 percent drop in dollar trading in commerce and a 10 to 14 percent fall for tourists, while several European markets closed for holidays. German and Swiss actions loom large as meetings in London Paris Brussels shape next moves.

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Little Impact Seen on Retail Prices of Food

Washington reports President Nixon’s price proposals may not lift food costs soon. experts note limited effect on average retail prices. Some economists warn ongoing wage and price pressures persist, with potential cuts in production and inventories amid strikes and policy shifts.

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Prices and policy ripple through food and goods markets

Officials warn price controls may pause inflation with seasonal shifts in staples. Economists note Nixon era actions affect raw materiel more, while frozen items hold prices despite demand. Analysts debate whether tax cuts and currency shifts will sustain employment and broader economic stability.

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Questions and Answers on the Nixon price freeze

Sterling Green outlines how the Nixon 10 day price freeze affects wages rents and prices. Officials reply to common questions on coverage ceilings scope and actions for state local and federal agencies, with details on imports taxes and potential retroactive pay.

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Record of Historic Stock Market Move and Nixon Price Freeze

The item notes the largest stock advance and high volume in history amid Nixon's price and wage freeze, with quotes on major gains across markets. It mentions Goodyear RCA Steel and other firms, the Dow's rise to around 207, and the broader NASDAQ index movement, while observers remark on the impact of the freeze on prices and rents. Relations between policy and market reaction are emphasized.

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Hospitals Urged to Hold On Line Amid Wage Pressures

Sid L. Grosby, executive vice president of the American Hospital Association, urged the nation’s more than 7,000 hospitals to hold the line on wages and prices. He noted over 24 million people are employed in hospitals, making the industry a major cost driver in escalating expenses. He warned that nearly two thirds of hospital expenses go to personnel costs.

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Banks Refuse Cashing Travelers Checks in Britain

In London, several British banks halted cashing traveler’s checks for Americans amid a currency scare. Frustrated travelers, including Sir Dragenny of Woodmere and Richard Jaskowien of Chicago, faced ceilings and refusals, prompting dire comments on U.S. money’s security. Bank of England actions and Westminster shifts caused further confusion as travelers struggled to access funds.

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Meskill Praises Treeze by Nixon

Hartford reports President Nixon receives praise for unemployment relief and efforts to boost American goods while considering a wage price and rent freeze. Thomai Meskill notes the impact on Connecticut residents and industry, highlighting bipartisan support for economic measures.

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