Washingtons Old Dream Becomes National Park Link to Potomac and West
Congress enacted legislation to create the Chesapeake and Ohio Historical Park a 144 mile stretch from Washington to Cumberland Maryland. The park preserves the Potomac Canal system begun by George Washington with 15000 acres including the Great Falls and towpaths reflecting centuries of engineering. Senator Mathias says the park offers unmatched scenery wildlife and history near millions of Americans despite prior obstacles.
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Cumberland
Alleghany Mountains
Chesapeake and Ohio Historical Park
Washington
Great Falls of the
Potomac
Capital
Potomac Co
United States
Congress
Supreme Court
William O. Douglas
National Park Service
Charles McC. Mathias
R-Md
Taxpayers Ask IRS on Withholding and Refund Inquiries
The IRS answers common tax questions about withholding for working couples and timing of refunds. It advises couples to estimate 1971 tax liability, adjust exemptions, and ensure sufficient withholding. For late refunds, individuals should contact the IRS service center if more than ten weeks have passed since mailing.
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US Internal Revenue Service
Puli Shed
Pabli
IRS
IRS Service Center
United States Tax Guidance for Aliens and Homeowners
The article explains IRS Publication 519 for foreigners visiting the U.S. and whether to file Form 1040NR, how to obtain a tax clearance on leaving. It notes adding air conditioning costs to home basis is not deductible but increases basis for future sale. It advises ignoring erroneous estimated tax reminders if no filing is needed.
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United States
U.S
AIRS
Internal Revenue Office
Jackie Kennedy Diet Promise Promises 20 Pound Loss
An sensational pitch claims Jackie Kennedy Onassis shed 20 pounds in 10 days and offers an exact diet copy for $1.59 plus air rush. The ad urges immediate order, citing her wealth and beauty and promising swift weight loss.
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Jackie Kennedy
Jackie Kennedy Onassis
Jackie
Nicholas Kournovsky
JKO
P. O
Santa Barbara
Calif
Calif. Res
Experts Eye Risks in Deep Oil Drilling Pressures and Kicks
Tulsa based report explains that drilling miles below the surface carries blowout risk from high temperatures and pressures. Drilling manager Jim Langston notes a single gas surge can massively expand flows, potentially destroying rigs and costing millions, while controlled pressure enables natural flow to the surface with mud-like fluids.
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Guy A. Goodine
Tulsa
Okla
UPI
Jim Langston
Humble Oil & Refining Co
Langston
Blowout Prevention Drills Aid Drillers At Texas Oil Sites
In July 1971 oil crews discuss blowout risk as mud pits and wells endure high pressure when kicks occur. Major firms operate blowout prevention schools on sites like Humble at King Ranch near Corpus Christi to train crews and justify a $65 000 practice well at Cuero for realistic practice and safety.
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Humble
King Ranch
Corpus Christi
Tex
Langston
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Raymond Wilcove
Central Press Association
George Washington
Atlantic
Midwest
Young Republic
West
Continental Army
Potomac Company
New York
Chesapeake and Ohio Canal Co
The
John Quincy Adams
England
Ireland
Canal Company
Uniontown
Pennsylvania
Virginia
Baltimore
Chesapeake and Ohio Canal
U.S. Army Reserve
Freezer
Cuero Lions Club
Mustef
Cuero
Lion’s Charities
Steak House
MOTEL
Hurs
PFL
Diamont - Lite
Gulf Coast Wood Products
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Richard E. Byrd
South Pacific
Elecka Drug
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