Unemployment Rises to 7.9 Percent in October
The government reports October unemployment up from 7.8 to 7.9 percent with 7.6 million jobless, while total employment falls to 87.8 million. Carter weighs a payroll tax cut as a possible stimulus amid the slowdown.
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Cleaning wicker and insulation questions answered in Enterprise Q&A
Readers receive tips on cleaning a stored rattan rocker using warm water detergent and a soft brush, plus notes on insulation facing and R values. The energy booklet from the National Bureau of Standards is available for 70 cents, with details on moisture barriers and vapor barriers.
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Burns And Carter Face Clash On Economy Policy
Washington AP report outlines Jimmy Carter and Arthur Burns at odds over inflation and unemployment. Carter wants Fed actions to spur growth without inflation, while Burns prioritizes fighting inflation. Burns’ term lasts to Jan 31, 1978, limiting early changes to the Fed.
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Carter vows plan to push new goals after narrow win
President-elect Jimmy Carter spoke in Plains Georgia amid final state tallies showing 297 electoral votes to win the presidency. Ford earned 241 votes with 38.56 million ballots cast, while Ohio's 25 votes pushed Carter over 270. Carter said he would pursue goals despite the slim victory.
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Carter Takes Presidential Role Easily
Jimmy Carter, the 39th president elect, spoke at a post election news conference beside a rustic Douglasville depot, in Plains Georgia. The scene featured neighbors, a small crowd, and a unifying mood as he answered questions with ease and dignity.
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Margin Of Victory Matters Little
Washington AP reports that Jimmy Carter declares the mandate broad-based and adequate after winning 297 electoral votes and 51 percent of the popular vote. He says his presidency will be judged by future results, not the margin, and aims for tax and welfare reform, government reorganization, and a balanced budget, with cautious pace on domestic programs.
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