Nixon economic program aims to spark nascent prosperity
The piece argues Nixon acted after 34 months with wage and price controls and tax cuts to revive employment and growth. It outlines a 90 day wage price rent freeze, a 10 percent tariff surcharge on imports, suspension of the seven percent auto tax, and tax credits to spur investment, while trimming bureaucracy and delaying revenue sharing. It warns the plan risks failure and questions long term effectiveness.
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Richard M. Nixon
Congress
Vietnam
United States
Uye
Massive James Bay hydro project powers Canada and US
James Bay hydroelectric complex in Quebec aims to generate about 10 million kilowatts, supplying Con Edison and negotiating extra power sales to the United States. Hydro Quebec will lead construction, financing through the American market, and expect 7,900 workers now rising to 10,000 by 1976 with shared gains for Canada and the US.
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James Bay
Hudson Bay
Quebec
Hydro-Quebec
Consolidated Edison
New York
James’ Bay
Canada
United States
Hydro
Ilinois
Pollution and costs of cleaner water in industry
A discussion with Rollins International on the impact of water pollution on consumer prices, dividends, and employment. Experts note manufacturing as the leading controllable source, with four major industry groups responsible for over half of waste. Advances in biological and chemical treatments can curb waste, yet total elimination remains unlikely as long as technology and population grow. The piece cites Nixon era data on waste worldwide and outlines future challenges for policy and industry.
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John W. Mollins
Rollins, International
Ing
Rollins
U.S
Nixon
Coyne
The Freeze Dilemma After Nine Days of Prices
An anonymous economist and a Nixon ally weigh options on extending the wage price freeze. Proposals range from a追加 90 day extension to abandoning restraints, or tightening guidelines with penalties. They warn of unpredictable behavior and argue policy may not yield expected inflation control.
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Nixon
Acomedy
Tion
Hay & Cor
Capital Fave New Spirit of Unity and 1972 Campaign Beginnings
The text argues the 1972 nomination marks only the start of a national effort, stressing the need for a robust campaign organization long before election day. It recalls 1960 and 1968 lessons on building scaffolding, research banks, and rapid setups to avoid hollow starts. It frames Nixon reelection as the likely outcome and emphasizes preparatory work for a full national campaign.
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Miami
Shiould
Richard Nixon
Connecticut Welfare War Foretells Long Battle Ahead
The piece argues that Gov. Meskill’s welfare policy faces a drawn out clash between reformist zeal and skepticism. It notes early missteps, including a $4,000,000 federal windfall claim and brief welfare scandals, while contrasting White’s humane image with new regulatory shifts. The outlook: a tough, protracted political struggle shaping state welfare.
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Thomas Meskill
Meskill
Fisch
House of Representatives
Henry White
Conservative View Slurs From the Right By Wolves
Washington column argues conservative support for Nixon has not returned after new policy moves. It critiques Nixon’s domestic agenda, Vietnam actions, and defense cuts, noting rightwing disapproval centers on the president himself and the Peking visit. The piece contrasts anti communism with war weariness and reframes conservative patience as wavering.
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Washington
Nixon
Dallar
America
Cambodia
Laos
North Vietnam
Healtaral
Tiphong
Capitol Hill
White House
Peking
Russia
Howe of Nations
Taiwan
Do-It-Yourselfer Learns By Not Doing Wrong
A man makes progress in self directed work after learning what not to do, refining method and avoiding common mistakes. The account emphasizes practical trial and error leading to clearer steps and better results.
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Sye
Welfare rights group presses for system reform and street action
Delegates at the National Welfare Rights Organization convention in Providence pledge a welfare over warfare agenda led by Dr. George A. Wiley. They demand a $6500 guaranteed income for a family of four and aim to unite diverse movements to build political power and push welfare reform within the system, with potential street action if needed.
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National Welfare Rights Organization
Providence
George A. Wiley
NWRO
Vietnam
Wilsy
George McGovern
South Dakota
Shirley Chisholm
New York
Congress
Why They Go American Servicemen and Parents Disturbed by Vietnam Withdrawals
The piece notes the tension as orders for Vietnam duty continue while the President claims wind down. It explains that 14 000 monthly reductions reflect a 29 000 monthly turnover of tours, with new entries offsetting withdrawals. It highlights reduced casualty risk for arriving troops due to shifted ground combat roles and training for support duties guarding U S forces.
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Vietnam
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