The Dime Dollar and the American Economy in 1969
In a speech delivered amid national debate, a Kentucky born Lincoln figure questions whether democracy can endure with rising inflation and debt. The talk analyzes purchasing power, federal spending from 1960 to 1970, and the growth of government programs. It warns that greed and mismanagement threaten the dollar and liberty, urging restraint and honest budgeting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kentucky
Larue County
Abe
Pennsylvania
Abraham Lincoln
America
Chamber of Commerce of the
United States
Otto Passman
Louisiana
Free World
Uncle Sam
Washington
Louis Cassels
UPI
Senate Government Operations Committee
William Roth
Delaware
National Labor Relations Board
Chamber of Commerce
Pancho Villa
Pancho
Paris
Corsica
Hardin County
Gettysburg
Lord Thomas Macaulay
Women Value Compliments From Husbands In Appreciate Your Wife Week
A survey of over a thousand wives shows the top admired trait in husbands is giving regular compliments. The piece satirically notes wives’ daily chores receive little praise and recounts a plan to boost morale by daily praise, urging husbands to take wives to lunch during Appreciate Your Wife Week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paul Newman
Naomi Schmidlapp
Project Faith movement seeks national unity on college campuses
A Ball State University driven initiative titled Project Faith circulates among U S campuses. The letter states it fosters faith in American government and urges all adults to join young Americans in reaffirming national values. It pledges support for a unified national voice during crises and endorses the government’s principles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ball State University
Muncie
Indiana
America
United States
Mary Lynn Whitcomb
Paul Hendricksen
Project
Faith’’ Movement
Flying safety and air traffic pressures
An overview notes escalating midair collision risks as air traffic grows, with private aviation outnumbering airliners and future supersonic jets complicating congestion. It cites FAA data, controller strain, and a proposed $5 billion airport and airway modernization to improve safety and capacity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
FAA
Nixon
Congress
Nixon Doctrine in Latin America Draws Mixed Reactions
President Nixon shifts away from heavy aid in Latin America citing progress and risk. The piece contrasts his approach with Kennedy era generosity, noting Latin American resistance, confiscations of U S assets in Peru and Bolivia, copper mine takeovers in Chile, and calls for a more honest, self driven partnership. Henry Owen of Brookings endorses candid assessment of aid priorities.
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James Monroe
Latin America
Alliance For Progress
Kennedy
United States
Peru
Panama
Bolivia
Brazil
Chile
U.S
Nixon
Asia
Henry Owen
Brookings Institute
South
Owen
Industry Arts Education Planned for Schools
A 21 month program to align Texas industrial arts education with modern technology begins December 5 in Austin with a 1 day meeting at the Commodore Perry Hotel. About 60 educators and specialists will plan a statewide curriculum including new ideas, facilities, materials, and teacher preparation through 1972. Keynote Dr Melvin Kranzberg will speak on Technology Past and Present.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin
Commodore Perry
Texas Education Agency
Texas Industrial Arts Association
Melvin Kranzberg
Cleveland
Ohio
Case Western
John R. Ballard
Southwest Texas State University
M. D. Williamson
North Texas State University
J. W. Edgar
Texas Commissioner of Education
Harlan Ford
Grassroots Opinion on Narcotics and Crime
A writer argues narcotics drive crime as addicts spend about 200 dollars daily. The letter urges authorities to curb narcotics flow and sale to reduce crime. A second letter favors common sense and enthusiasm over degrees in employees. A third notes inflation may end free air at service stations, with unions charging 32 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Russell Springs
Times Journal
United States
Bedford
Ind
Times-Mal
STRICTLY FRESH
A humorous meditation on self control and budgeting using witty observations. The piece mocks self made men and notes the value of patience when dealing with others and money. It ends with a household quip about serving turnips sparingly.
Gladewater Mirror contact and subscription rates
The Gladewater Mirror lists staff roles including publisher general manager advertising manager and editors. It notes publication at Gladewater Texas with address on Glade Avenue and Dean Street. Home delivery and mail subscription rates are given for in state and out of state residents.
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Glade Avenue
Dean Street
Gladewater
Gregg County
Texas
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Wit’s End
By Erma Bombeck
Edna
Project Faith
Kim
Cole
Colorado
Honolulu
Paul Haney
Federal Communications Commission
Dean Burch
Rosel Hyde
Burch
Republican National Committee
Alamogordo, N. M. Star
Strictly Fresh
Harry Kates
General Manager
Advertising Manager
Ford Reema
Mrs
Neal Clark
Jack Elrod
Fredalene Clark
Harriett Walton
Jerry Kates
Gladewater Times-Tribune
The
White Oak Texan
TEXA
Ress Association
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