Waste crisis looms as cities drown in trash and packaging
A Conservation News report warns U S cities will face a solid waste disposal crisis within five years amid a 250 million ton yearly trash pile. It cites 28 billion bottles and 48 billion cans, notes weak markets for recyclables due to federal policy, and urges immediate reforms and local action.
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National Wildlife Federation
John G. Hutchinson
Charleston
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U.S. Conference of Mayors
Nixon clocking King Timahoe limousine diplomacy
President Nixon keeps King Timahoe the Irish setter chauffeured between Camp David and the White House in a regular limousine itinerary. The dog travels in regal style to the Western White House in California, and has ridden in Air Force jets on cross country trips. White House aides and staff are also chauffeured, with large engines cited for security needs. Gas shortage prompts limited changes, but no commuter pool formed. Medicare and drug pricing debate noted with Sen Nelson highlighting U S Canada price disparities for Orinase.
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Nixon
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White House
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Calif
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What is the Law What is the Law
Legal Q and A on wage claims against a decedent's estate requires a proven contract or explicit agreement that wages were to be paid after death. The text warns against relying on vague promises and recommends formal contracts for future payments. It then shifts to drug price comparisons between Canada and the U S, noting Canadian price controls and U S price differences. It ends with a note on a private luncheon at the Smithsonian hosted by Mrs Spiro Agnew and Secret Service security concerns.
Emirs in Nigeria Attack Prostitution Pressuring Women to Marry
In northern Nigeria emirs declare war on prostitution claiming drought and misfortune are divine punishment for single women. In Minna and Zaria single women faced orders to marry or return to husbands, while Lagos hosts a nascent union for prostitutes seeking legal protection. Police raids shut a Lagos office as authorities crack down.
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Nigeria
Minna
Zaria
Alhaji Mohammadu Aminu
Biafra
Ikorodu Road
Our Return From Space and the Space Program Debate
The Senate approved only 3 billion for space, a small sum after decades of NASA spin offs. The writer argues space research yields tangible benefits in safety gear, ceramics, coatings, electronics, medical advances, and energy tech, saving lives and boosting industry, yet voters prioritize immediate work over lunar exploration.
Sallie Mae to Ease College Loan Strain With Stock Sale
New York report details college cost pressures as tuition rises and family debt grows. Sallie Mae, the Student Loan Marketing Association, plans to sell 700000 common shares to lenders to buy and advance guaranteed student loans, aiming to boost lending and relieve liquidity, speeding help to colleges and families alike.
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Coopers & Lybrand
Office of Education
Sallie Mae
Sallie
Student Loan Marketing Association
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