Legislature gridlock and Kissinger probe leak outlined
The piece criticizes the General Assembly for inaction on ethics and lobbying bills while approving teacher pension increases and a driver license bill under pressure from lobbyists. It also reports on Kissinger guiding Nixon toward a quiet, secret approach to southern Africa in NSSM 39, including balancing black white issues and relaxed ties with Rhodesia.
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Kissinger backs loosening of sanctions amid Rhodesia clash
Henry Kissinger urged quiet loosening of the U S arms embargo and expanded nonlethal aid for Portugal's colonies, while pushing to keep a Rhodesia consulate open and avoid taking sides in southern Africa. He advised discreet military contact with South Africa and gradual policy relaxations under NSSM 39 Option 2. Footnote notes no State Department reply yet.
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Politicians Lose Luster Amid Scandals and Disillusionment
A Washington influenced by Watergate era shifts shows many senators and representatives planning retirement. Critics note growing public skepticism, media scrutiny, and the decline of political prestige as campaigns face intense scrutiny and ego-driven tactics.
Industry tightens curbs on fast food and Wall Street firms
The piece notes how well managed chains like McDonald’s and Kentucky Fried Chicken endured an era of cautious consumer sentiment. It cites a Securities Investor Protection Corp. study showing 64 firms failed in 1972 largely due to mismanagement, poor records, and high costs, with Bank of America claiming managerial incompetence drives over 90 percent of business failures amid a looming recession and ongoing inflation.
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What is the Law Housework Wage and Tree Nuisance Qs
A reader asks if wages for elderly man housework can be collected from his estate. Answer: show proof of a formal agreement or contract for definite wages. The second query asks about leaves over neighbor's yard. natural leaves are not the mover’s obligation, but overhanging branches can create a nuisance and the neighbor may trim them or, with consent, you may clean leaves on their land. trespass occurs otherwise.
How To Contact Your Legislators in Pa and DC
A compact guide lists key lawmakers with office addresses for Pennsylvania Governor Richard Schwelker Milton Shapp Hugh Scott Joseph P. Vigorito and state assembly leaders R Budd Dwyer Forest Hopkins. It provides Capitol and post office locations in Harrisburg and Washington, outlining where to send correspondence.
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