Proxmire plan sparks call for massive rationing bureaucracy
A reader condemns a proposal to levy a temporary price for rationing benefits. The letter argues the plan would require millions in coupons and bureaucrats, likening it to a permanent, oversized federal admin machine. The writer insists such a system would outlast the crisis and worsen corruption and inefficiency.
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Sevator
Mary
United States
Proxmire
Fon
Fainlet
Nallou
Pressure for Gas Rationing Grows Amid Political Clash
The piece argues rationing faces political and economic hurdles despite the president's stated opposition. Airline executives oppose a 15 percent fuel cut, claiming airlines are essential for intercity travel and business. Allocators must balance transit needs with aviation, risking public unrest if the social contract frays.
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Teo
Hey
Enagh
Time and fuel rationing strain society and markets
A cautious critique warns that gasoline and fuel oil rationing deepen social stress, arguing the free market better aligns allocations than government plans. The writer predicts uneven hardships, demoralization, and costly administration while urging restraint from central mandates.
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U.S
Tere
Compu
New York
Ihal
Mose
Parakeet Whisperer and a Silent Clyde Mystery
A family tale recounts Clyde the mute parakeet once chatty with others, the arrival of a mirror and a blue female, and a trio of birds adjusting to companionship as John and Anna navigate the unusual pet saga and its quiet outcomes. The story highlights the birds’ evolving interactions and ends with questions about the Bishops' expectations.
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Clyde
Gameone
John
Johnny
Anna Cryniak
Joan
Jackie
Stanley
Anna
Waikiki
Rebird
Ife
Jesus
Clyue
Ohn
Therm
Tor Hennie
Jockey Shorts
Bonnie
Honniin
Honnie
John Bishop
Hishops
Hall
Oil shale boom eyed as energy path for 1980s
Nixon cites shale deposits in Colorado Utah and Wyoming as keys to energy independence with estimates of three to eight trillion barrels. Interior says 1.8 trillion barrels in rock yielding at least 15 barrels per ton and another 6 billion in richer veins. Production could reach one million barrels daily by mid-1980s under a new leasing program for six tracts. A second note discusses oil company ads and a public push for energy conservation during Christmas.
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Nixon
Unitestates
Colorado
Utah
Wyoming
Department of the Interior
Middle East
Oi Shale Corporation
Interior
Dean Lind
Sun Git Co
Barbs by Phil Pastoret on a never-difficult borrow
A fragmentary BARBS column by Phil Pastoret appears to critique social manners and youth culture. The readable bits reference borrowing, a dangerous age, and a neighbor with long hair described as a hawr apparent, signaling a humorous, era-specific slang tone.
Freedom and self control in a noon editorial
The Columbus Telegraph, in its December 12 1973 issue from Columbus Nebraska, argues that true freedom comes with self control and responsibility. It warns against anarchy and calls for prudent governance and civic duty.
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Columbus
Nebraska
Ask the Doctor Fad diets bad and false positives
Lawrence E. Lamb emphasizes the danger of fad diets like egg or grapefruit plans. He explains why rapid weekly fat loss is unlikely and risks to muscle and vital organs. He also clarifies false positives in medical testing and the need for reliable diagnoses.
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Lamb
Weicker proposes oil embargo protest to Arab nations
Senator Weicker urges cutting off nonessential exports to Arab oil embargo states. He warns against harming civilians and suggests leveraging barters with oil rich nations. The plan links to U S aid policy and broader Western leverage while calling for a political-reform approach.
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