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Demand for Quality Goods Harasses Soviet Economy
William L. Ryan reports from Moscow that a rising demand for quality consumer goods exposes chronic Soviet shortages and inflation. Tourists observe brisk buying, while ruble reform and wage-push inflation press Khrushchev’s regime, foreshadowing renewed measures amid public discontent.
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William L. Ryan
Associated Press
Soviet Union
Moscow
Nikita Khrushchev
Us.s.r
Stalin