Editorial First Priority Task on Railroads and Regulation
Earnings for U S railroads in the 12 months ended September 30 1971 show a 2.53 percent return on investment highlighting why Congress faces broad rail and surface carrier rehabilitation measures. The ICC says 6 percent is needed to fund service improvements. Regulators and competitors back a Surface Transportation Act of 1971 to strengthen the entire system, with industry leaders urging swift Congressional action.
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U. S
Association of American Railroads
Interstate Commerce Commission
Congress
William A. Bresnahan
American Trucking Association
Tax relief vs Social Security tax hikes debated
The piece argues that any tax relief would be wiped out by a rising social security tax burden. A Congressional bill would raise benefits five percent starting June 1972 and automatically increase exemptions and retirement test earnings. The Chamber warns the plan imposes an oppressive burden, with workers and employers facing a 4.2 billion tax rise in 1972 and 57 billion over six years, amid ongoing benefit increases and political implications.
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Congress
Chamber of Commerce of the United States
Chamber Bulletin
Welfare Myths vs Facts pamphlet criticized by Helms
Viewpoint by Jesse Helms condemns a Department of Health, Education and Welfare pamphlet titled Welfare Myths vs Facts. He argues the material deceives the public about welfare and highlights misrepresentations such as the alleged 1 percent of able bodied unemployed welfare recipients and misclassifications by welfare authorities.
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Department of Health, Education and Welfare
Washington
Pamphet
Pennsylvania
Department of Public
Welfare system abuse sparks public outcry in HEW pamphlet
A Philadelphia regional HEW pamphlet is accused of counting any defect as grounds for welfare funds, making entire families eligible for cash meals and medical care. Critics argue the plan misleads taxpayers, inflates claims by citing working mothers and welfare “mothers,” and trivializes work requirements while ignoring real need.
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HEW
Philadelphia
Daily Cryptoquote and puzzle prompt with coded message
Across and down clues form a cryptogram style puzzle with a quotation by Peter F. Drucker and a note about decoding letters. The page includes a sample code, daily quote, and a past puzzle credit.
Cold Sore Remedies and Ear Piercing Guidance
Reader questions cover cold sores caused by herpes simplex and the ineffectiveness of antibiotics on the virus. Advice includes lip lubrication and cautious use of gentle skin care, plus potential future light-activated treatment. The second item discusses ear piercing safety, recommending sterile professional settings and noting peer pressure risks and some states regulate nonprofessional piercing.
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