A Lesson In One Million From Bottle Caps
Third graders pursue one million caps to grasp the concept of a million and compare it with tax dollars. After two weeks they have 34 000 caps, less than three percent of the goal, implying it will take about 14 months at current pace. The piece argues politicians spend millions casually and urges restraint.
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Liberty
Wells
Albert Einstein
Europe
America
Corry
The Law Must Punish, Jim Bishop Says on Capital Punishment
Jim Bishop argues against mercy in capital punishment and calls for public executions to deter crime. He cites a Supreme Court view, notes 592 on death row with 310 Black prisoners, and advocates drastic measures like tattoos for repeat offenders and viewing executions as public deterrence. He admits a hardened stance after years covering trials and contends swift, relentless punishment is needed to protect citizens.
Lump sum pay benefit gains traction in 1971 fringe plans
Employers and about a quarter of life insurers explore a lump sum pay option pioneered by Union Mutual in 1971. The plan offers a single large payout with deductions, giving workers greater financial control for investments, large purchases, or budgeting. Despite added admin, companies see low cost and broad appeal.
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Portland
Maine
Nthe Rubber Industry
Lump Sum Pay Hikes Promoted By Employers
Employers favor lump sum pay increases with 40 to 60 percent of eligible workers choosing the option. Full-time salaried staff who meet service years or income thresholds can participate, selecting either a full lump sum or part lump sum with installments. Taxes apply. details from the Institute of Life Insurance in New York.
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Institute of Life Insurance
Park Avenue
New York
N.Y
Wells two percent prophecy and Ford Reagan ticket
A column links H G Wells and apathy to future wars, urging two percent muster to avert conflict, then reports Washington chatter on uniting Ford and Reagan for the 1976 ticket. Possible running mates include Baker Connally Richardson Armstrong Bond Brock Evans Ilinois Ray. Reagan aides say he will win the nomination.
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Britain
Ann Armstrong
Christopher Bond
Missouri
William Brock
Tennessee
Dan Evans
Washington
Sen
Charles
Ilinois
Robert Ray
Ford Reagan ticket in doubt as advisors weigh balance and risk
Ford aides question Reagan as a running mate and whether he could unite the ticket after their clashes. They favor Baker for balance but worry about his ability to win Tennessee. Connally could win Texas but carries a milk scandal shadow. Richardson is praised for integrity but seen as a weak speaker. Carter’s camp focus shifts to defense realism and a wider White House circle, with concerns over his inner circle and reform emphasis.
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Howard Baker
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Elliot Richardson
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