Expressways threaten small cities and civil rights gains
A reader argues against an S shaped expressway corridor harming a 150 year old town with bridges nearby, fearing tax burdens and property loss. Another letter discusses Civil Rights Act of 1964 Title VII, citing Chain Store Age and El Paso ordinance, urging Senate passage to boost economy and end discrimination while noting bipartisan support and practical benefits. Russell W. Nash signs both letters.
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Hickenlooper
Senate
U.S
Chain Store Age
Richard Marshall
el Paso
Texas
Council of Economic Advisors
Iowa
House Judiciary Committee
House
McCulloch
Ohio
Lindsay
New York
Cahill
New Jersey
Shriver
Kansas
MacGregor
Minnesota
Mathias
Maryland
James Bramwell
America
Cedar Rapids Custodian Pay Raises Reflected in School Year
In the 1962-63 school year Cedar Rapids custodian helpers earned $2 185 per hour and the 1963-64 article notes $2 148 per hour with raises granted for several employees. The union criticizes pay non custodial staff while noting even higher increases for other workers despite no overall wage hike. Local resident argues cost of living climbs match rising incomes and taxes.
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Cedar Rapids
Small Business Reflects On Unemployment And Poverty
C W Harder argues Washington floods policy with unemployment and poverty figures. He urges study of true causes, noting lack of opportunity and skills as key factors, and criticizes tax and bureaucratic barriers hindering employment growth. He warns against assuming all poverty stems from personal failings and calls for retraining and objective analysis.
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