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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 09, 1974
Page
2
A historical perspective argues that the $1.80 federal minimum wage has become out of date as inflation rises. It suggests raising pay to $2.00 could reduce poverty for workers and their families, while addressing concerns about domestic workers and potential job losses. The piece defends a higher minimum as a matter of fairness and opportunity for workers to support their families.
Ottawa and Washington previously traded large oil gas and electricity, but rising Canadian nationalism and moves toward self sufficiency by 1980 dim prospects for a continental energy agreement. Canada faces depleted easy oil reserves and strong export controls while Alberta tar sands hold vast potential yet costly exploitation.
A confidential IRS and Joint Committee audit of Gerald Ford's 1970s tax returns shows he paid federal and state taxes on a $224,364.10 income while corrections were minor. By contrast Nixon paid far less tax on higher income. The audit notes Ford's diary supported political expense deductions and found no concealment.
A public note laments rising costs and repeated revisions on Westchester Drive right‑of‑way clearance, amid 15 years of delays. The issue contrasts with Easter observances at Floral Garden Park Cemetery, including the 36th annual Sunrise Service broadcast by WHPE and readings from Dr. E W Price Jr. The page also highlights High Point School Class of 1924’s 50th anniversary gathering, and a tea with Henry Hall Wilson discussing NC Senate debates.
Secretary of the Army Howard H. Callaway asserts the all-volunteer force is functioning after the 1972 draft ended, with 13 combat divisions and 10 combat ready. He argues the nation can no longer rely on conscription, stressing readiness for nuclear-age warfare and the end of blank-check wars.
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