Postal Service faces worsening woes despite strike settlement
The three year contract for about 600000 postal workers includes 1500 in wage increases, while preventing layoffs. Higher costs, a 13 cent first class stamp, and a growing deficit threaten mail service efficiency and raise calls for Congress to reexamine the Postal Service’s structure and funding.
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High Point Debuts New Theater With Star-Studded October Lineup
High Point unveils the new High Point Theatre and Exhibition Center in October hosting Dave Brubeck Carlos Montoya Vicor Borge the Ramsey Lewis Trio and a Broadway revue plus Verdi Requiem performed by the NC School of the Arts Orchestra and a chorus under Howard Coble The project turns the old Paramount site into a 1000 seat showplace expected to anchor cultural events for the region.
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Carlos Montoya
Victor Borge
Ramsey Lewis
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Howard Coble
Commerce
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Democrats Stage Fourth National Telethon to Aid Party Debt
The Democratic National Committee plans its fourth annual fundraising telethon on July 26 27 to raise funds for operations and debt reduction. Last year it grossed 5.4 million, with telethons covering about 40 percent of the party's annual budget. The new federal campaign laws impose a 25000 annual limit per individual and establish the Federal Election Commission. Republicans have not held a nationwide TV telethon.
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Washington Merry-Go-Round Judge Pressure on Press Freedom
The piece defends press freedom against subpoenas used to compel disclosure of sources. It cites Watergate as a key scandal and cites shield laws, noting journalists faced subpoenas in Fresno Idaho and Los Angeles. It argues reporters aid accountability and that officials vary in competence or arrogance, not necessarily corruption.
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Counteracting Inflation: A High Point Businessman Sound On Nation
A High Point businessman urges readers to curb inflation through personal responsibility and reduced government waste. He critiques postwar policy, notes a $600 billion national debt, and calls for civic action, fiscal discipline, and informed support of legislators to reverse inflationary trends.
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Travels With Kissinger A Journalist Flight In Europe
A select group of 14 journalists flew on Henry Kissinger’s Air Force 707 during exploratory talks in Europe. The piece captures how reporters must attribute quotes to a senior American official and outlines the informal dynamics and constraints of covering Kissinger’s diplomacy while in foreign venues.
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