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Newspaper
Childress Index
Location
Childress, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1973
Page
4
The Childress Index is an independent weekly newspaper published in Childress Texas. It states guaranteed impartial news and outlines subscription rates for mail and carrier delivery in local and adjoining counties.
Early findings from a seven state survey show shoppers respond well to the voluntary standardized labeling program. The program, coordinated by the Meat Identification Standards Committee and implemented with USDA and White House consumer offices, aims to replace colorful but vague names with clear cut descriptions.
A New York expert describes synthetic hair implants as the coming trend in hair replacement. The procedure uses a plastic webbing inserted by a dermatologist, with artificial hairs implanted to match natural hair. Costs range 1000 to 1500 dollars, with annual checkups around 35 dollars. the method is said to be lifelong and socially acceptable.
On this Christmas Day 1973 a review of history notes Washington crossing the Delaware in 1776 and Newton’s birth in 1642. It marks Shays’ Rebellion in 1786, Silent Night first sung 1818, Clara Barton born 1821, Chiang Kai shek’s release 1936, Hong Kong surrender 1941, bomber debate a decade ago, and Vietnam talks a year ago. Birthday items include Conrad Hilton 86, Cab Calloway 66, Tony Martin 59.
A conference discussion on no fault insurance features Lloyd Gold challenging the industry’s stance. He argues insurers and trial lawyers diverge yet align against public good and calls for safer cars, reform in medical practices, and broader responsibility beyond the medical establishment.
The letter discusses congressional focus on perceived enemies, mentions Ramsey Clark, and argues for a balance between labor and capital. It cites Maguire on private investment funding jobs, notes California and national insurance figures, and critiques the insurance industry for limited risk reduction.
AP reports on how Carol Burnett James McEachin John Rich and Mike Connors set viewing rules for their children. Burnett enforces bedtime and avoids scary shows while McEachin bans sex or violence. Rich watches with his kids and Connors relaxed rules as children age.
The Born Loser figure and parents discuss limits on late viewing and mature content. Connors argues against vilence concerns while emphasizing childhood innocence. director Robert Michael Lewis and writer Rita Lakin note they have no parenting rules for their four children.
The United States life insurance sector reported assets totaling 239 billion dollars in 1972. The breakdown includes 86 billion in bonds, 27 billion in stocks, and 77 billion in mortgages.
A panel of over 50 politicians scholars and specialists at Columbia University urged a staggered regional primary system for future presidential elections. The discussion, while not endorsing a national primary, favored reducing the spread of state primaries and allowing time for candidates to rethink between clustered voting dates. The Arden House gathering found broad support for regional groupings, though intent remains nonbinding.
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