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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 28, 1973
Page
7
A fragmented, satirical lament listing social and political irritants from hypocritical girls to politicians. The prose condemns vanity, consumer excess, snobbery, wasteful spending, and inflation fears, urging readers to seek deliverance from these social ills.
A fragmented article details a growing refunders movement where shoppers snap up coupons and box toppers to recoup part of grocery costs. It notes about 10,000 avid refunders nationwide, uses newsletters to track firms and favorable deals, and explains how buyers mail in forms to receive cents back on products.
Gas hoarders risk poisoning as siphoning leads to ingestion of fuel. News reports warn counterfeit coupons and false chili offers target buyers nationwide. Swallowing small gasoline amounts can cause dangerous pneumonia, per medical experts cited by the institute. Classified ads note children’s apparel and toys selling fast.
Sydney dispatch reports Ronald Reagan defending President Nixon amid U.S. political turmoil. Reagan, assisting Nixon on a tour, praises the President’s press conferences and integrity while addressing questions from reporters. He cautions against government overreach and stresses the need to preserve strong public institutions.
NASA says energy shortages will not affect unmanned launches. After the Skylab era, planned unmanned Tannehings include a July 10 flight to meet Russian counterpart. Power costs run high with 2,100 megawatt hours hourly demand and daily electricity about 212 dollars, while solar slides and extended programs face funding and efficiency challenges.
ALGODONES, Mexico reports 11 Americans daily seeking dental care in the Baja town of 2,500, where six dentists offer fees about one third lower than across the border. Patients drive 175 miles, saving up to 35 a day, with many getting plates and orthodontics, praising lower costs and value.
AP dispatch from Manila reports President Marcos declaring a state of calamity after a devastating disaster. He cites widespread damage across provinces, with dozens dead and many more injured, as authorities tighten controls and mobilize all available resources for rescue and relief. An embassy donation of $23,000 aids the relief effort, and local dentists assist in emergency care.
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