COLA Catchup Year Seen by Organized Labor
Labor negotiators push for cost-of-living adjustments in major contracts covering 4.5 million workers. AFL-CIO economist says escalator clauses protect purchasing power but rarely fully recapture losses, while critics warn they fuel inflation.
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New Homemaker Chore Service Launched in Kansas
Kansas launches statewide homemaker chore service to aid the aged disabled and blind to stay home. Provides meal planning cooking housekeeping errands minor repairs and transport with potential no or minimal cost. Garden City office at 214 Fulton Terrace and regional office 317 N 7th. Homemakers Upjohn contracted to supply the service in each county. Established under Title XX funds signed by President Ford.
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The text notes that renewed use arises from painful reminders of persistent economic cycles not tamed, suggesting continued volatility unlikely to end this century. No specific persons or organizations are named.
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