Government Mail Clutter Draws Publisher’s Complaint
In a sharp critique the publisher condemns federal and state agencies for flooding the U S mail with mass mailings and duplicated news releases. He cites a Gov Shapp mix up and unresponsive Scott staff, while praising Congressman Vigorito for not duplicating releases and noting Schweiker’s office also overmails.
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MIT economist raises tax cut to 30 40 billion to avert disaster
Franco Modigliani, MIT economist and soon to be AEA president, urges a stronger fiscal stimulus and criticizes Ford’s plan. He rates a 30 to 40 billion dollar tax cut as needed, with Social Security and income tax reductions, oil tax, and public sector rehiring, while warning against high unemployment and inflation.
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Army's HET a flop and tax relief push reviewed
Washington watch on waste notes the Heavy Equipment Transporter the HET costing near 30 million dollars has failed tests and faced repeated redesigns yet received continued funding from Army brass. The piece also summarizes House Ways and Means leader Al Ullman's push to pair emergency tax relief with a broader tax cut to quicken economic stimulus while lawmakers seek a stronger boost than the White House proposal.
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Israel and Arabs must lay cards on the table for peace
An analyst argues Israel faces diplomatic weakness despite military success. He warns Arab oil leverage has strained friends, calls for U.S. and Soviet summit talks to guarantee recognition and borders, and urges shared governance of Jerusalem and a land exchange with Palestinians. He argues for equal protection by global powers to avert another devastating war.
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The Sun's Page One Gaff on Lincoln Assassination
A historical critique of Baltimore Sun coverage from April 15 1865 noting page two handling of President Lincoln's assassination while front page featured minstrel shows circuses and hat ads. It cites sensational ads such as a blind mare for sale and early want ads as examples of era journalism.
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Kent Sorts John N Robert Accor We Age Ligen
Kent organizes a sorting of names John N Robert and Accor at Ligen, listing participants and dates. The event centers on a local community effort with involved residents and organizations. Further details remain unclear due to partial text.
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