Population projections clash with local growth hopes in Linn County
A city growth debate centers on state projections showing Linn County population at 169,516 by 2000 versus local planners predicting 186,275. The gap could affect funding for sewer and water projects, with past counts proving unreliable. Officials urge patience and caution until 1980 figures finalize the trend.
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Reform disaster aid loans to aid truly needy farmers
The piece critiques SBA and FmHA disaster loans as aiding wealthy farmers, citing GAO findings and high net-worth borrowers in Iowa, Texas, and Louisiana. It urges a no credit elsewhere test, or consolidating aid under one agency, preferably FmHA or SBA, to prioritize truly needy farmers amid tight money.
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The Inaccessible Office of Public Indifference
New York anecdote shows a man notes his social value by blocking access. He hires a receptionist, counts weekly dismissals, and watches through a peep hole as people plead for an audience. Demand grows, leading to stronger measures and confrontation.
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The Man Who Never Went to the Office
A humorous reminiscence by an unnamed author describes a life spent avoiding the office due to perceived fame. He narrates being ejected by security, firing staff after a failed reception, and hiring substitutes who fail to help. His reputation grows while physical access remains blocked and the telephone stays persistently busy. New York Times Service
Case for a single six year term for president gains support
Washington The case for a six year no re election term gains momentum with President Carter backing it. Proponents include Jack Valenti Senator Mike Mansfield ambassador George Aiken and Gerald Ford and John Connally. Critics say it would create a lame duck from day one, though evidence suggests otherwise.
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Haunting memory fuels Kennedy candidacy belief
The piece argues Edward Kennedy’s 1980 bid stems from a remembered unfulfilled promise linked to John and Robert Kennedy. It notes public emotion can outpace logic, with voters sensing justice and atonement, despite White House and Carter camp claims of divisiveness and liberal records.
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Mark Russell on Kennedy Carter image and votes
Polls show shift to the right with Teddy Kennedy as favorite while voters desire a strong speaking voice and a pleasant appearance. Carter faces criticism for perceived weakness and lack of glamour, though his intellect is acknowledged and Kennedy would raise leadership IQ if elected.
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