Johnson urges consumer protections and a tax hike
President Johnson asks Congress for strong consumer protections including a Consumer Counsel in the Justice Department a crackdown on fraud and rackets and a tax increase to curb inflation. He cites poultry and fish inspection reforms safety standards for boating equipment a voluntary appliance repair program and broader radiation safety recalls. He argues a penny per dollar tax now is less painful than inflationary costs ahead.
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Red Cross Month Emphasizes Vietnam War Front Line Aid
The article notes Red Cross Month in March and cites General Westmoreland praising the Red Cross as a hot line to troops in Vietnam. It highlights field directors, 24 hour service, and a 1968 69 goal of 121 624 000 dollars while Cincinnati pursues volunteer recruitment and local chapter support.
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William C. Westmoreland
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Korea
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Ohio firms hid wages and cheated workers in 1967 labor report
The Labor Department data show 2,374 business locations investigated, 17,484 workers deprived of wages and overtime. Glenn Snow Stucco Co of Johnstown Ohio cited for back wages of 1456.33 and overtime premium violations as unions gain support.
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U.S. Labor Department
Labor Department
Glenn Snow Stucco Co
Johnstown
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