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Consumer costs rise unevenly amid inflation surge in 1970s
The report traces varied price movements across living costs in 1970, noting housing up 4 percent and mortgage rates rising while foods show mixed gains and recreation and transportation costs climbing. It highlights increases in transit fares and durable goods, with some categories like used cars and home maintenance easing slightly, and emphasizes overall inflation impacting groceries, gas, and services.
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