Change In Measurements Dilemma For British Drinker
The United Kingdom moves toward the metric system with a 10 year plan, facing public resistance to metric units in daily life. By Feb 15 decimal currency arrives, with widespread cost and logistical impacts across households, schools, and industries. Public opinion remains wary as politicians promote metric in a global trade context.
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London
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New Farm Law's Flexibility Noted
AP farm writer reports the new farm law, Agriculture Act of 1970, emphasizes flexibility and local responsibility, aiming to reduce federal dominance and boost rural development. The Nixon administration promotes new federalism, state responsibility, and grassroots participation while highlighting programs like rural development within USDA.
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Metrication drives bottle sizes and industry changes
Export oriented firms favor metrication to ease costs and overhead. Dairymen shift to 0.600 liter bottles to avoid waste, while larger industries face equipment modernization. The government aids gradual change. The construction sector joins in, adopting standardized practices.
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