Patriotism or self interest in the Kennedy crisis
In a national economic emergency, critics like AFL-CIO head George Meany oppose wage and price controls, arguing they hurt workers. The piece argues the measures aid all American workers and condemns leaders for undermining unity, urging shared sacrifice and prudent action during the crisis.
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George Meany
Kennedy
Meany
Afl-Cio
Meeny
Ihe
Mengers
United States
Executive
Congressional
Congress
Gov. Smith
Texas
Sunita
Restore Apollo 18 and 19 would cost a billion dollars
The article argues Apollo 18 and 19 could be restored at about 1 billion dollars to keep skilled workers and equipment ready, but urges a broad national economic advance before continuing more lunar missions. It notes Scott’s call to explore the moon further and mentions planned but unfunded space ventures and the need to weigh costs against economic conditions.
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Nixon
David R. Scott
Scott
Tvo
Soviet Union
Earth
United States
Vetern
Daniel S. Hartman
Florida
Hig
National Geographic Society
jSrant
Jer
Union Passwords and China in UN Debates Stir Broad News
The text discusses United Mine Workers meetings using evolving passwords, a 1969 UMW presidency corruption case, and a court challenge that led to a password change from Loyal to Boyle to fraternity. It also ponders two Chinese delegations at the United Nations and the Secretary General’s question about recognizing China. Additional notes touch on difficulties ending steel strikes, rising state income taxes, and tax havens becoming scarce.
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United Mine Workers
Boyle
UMW
Reform
United Nations
China
Nixon shifts economy strategy to ease political pressure
Ralph de Toledine Nixon analyzes President Nixon’s second major pivot on the economy, a move that diverts pressure from his economic flank and deflects opposition. He notes the wage price freeze shift as the only clear reversal, while critics may still target other policy directions.
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Prsident Nixon
Senate
Productivity focus amid Nixon tariff debate and wage controls
Analysis argues that wage-price freezes are temporary and aimed at damping labor demands while productivity lags, urging President and Congress to raise productivity. It notes Nixon’s 20 percent surcharge on select imports conflicts with his free trade stance and recalls supporting reciprocal policies with a two way opening by America and global partners.
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America
Congress
Nixon
Japan
Britain
U.S. Workers May Turn Into Protectionists
Chicago columnist surveys Zenith Chairman Joseph Wright arguing Japan’s debt heavy system drives export pressure and mass layoffs in U.S. electronics. He cites 47,700 lost radio TV jobs from 1969-70 and warns unions may push for protection as plants move to Taiwan Hongkong Mexico and Germany.
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Chicago
Joseph Wright
Zenith Radio Corporation
Wright
Mr. Wright
Japan
Emidaann
Tatannnta
Taiwan
Hongkong
Mexico
Rio Grande
Nogales
Tucson
Ali
Tijuana
California
United Automobile Workers
Zenith
U.S
Ilinois Electronics
Pacific
America
Anwar Eo
Rockford, Ill
Nix
Michigan
T Cp
West Germany
Toyota
Volks
Jimmy Durante
Zenith Radio
Self
Manatee Apologist's Take Sparks Economic Debate
A satirical piece links manatees to Nixon era policy, claiming their survival and foreign trade themes reflect economic arguments. It cites gold prices, Caribbean influence, and Florida wildlife concerns while weaving in historical allusions and playful texture about manatees’ looks and habits.
Parting Shots on Nixon Agnew and Manatees in Florida
A collage of political and natural world observations. Nixon's trip to Red China and Agnew’s voyage critiques appear amid musings on the Times, labor wage debates, and manatee feeding behaviors in Florida. The piece weaves politics, media, and wilderness notes into a satirical, period voice.
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Dick Nixon
Red China
Holmes Alexander Attacks The Quill On Censorship
A reader objecting to The Quill magazine praises three articles on government attempts to censor or punish The New York Times and CBS. He cites Jack Landau, J. Edward Gerald, and Charles Long, arguing the pieces distort and suppress news while defending First Amendment ideals and criticizing media figures and actions surrounding Pentagon Papers coverage.
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Washington, D.C
Lettver
Russell
Peuta E. Hurst
Gon
CBS
the Quill
Defense Department
East Wacker Drive
Chicago
New York Times
Columbia Broadcasting System
Quill
Sigma Delta Chi
Jack Landau
Supreme Court
Hugo Black
William Douglas
Pentagon
J. Edward Gerald
Washington
Hamilton and
Jefferson
Gerald
Charles Long
CBS Network
Frank Slanton
Harley Staggers
House Commerce Committee
House
Staggers
Stanton
SDX
House Committee On Freedom of Information
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Justice Holmes
Gangs of
Defense
Washington Post
Quill T0
America
Ulster
London
Joe McCarthy
Army
Robert Stevens
Long
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New World
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