We Give Solid Priority To Congressman Preyer
The Enterprise endorses Richardson Preyer for re election in the Sixth District covering Guilford Alamance Caswell and Rockingham counties. His two years in Congress earn respect from peers and district support for continued leadership, experience, and service to national and local needs.
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Congress delays student aid amid campus loan crisis
Rep Edith Green blames House for stalling the Higher Education Act of 1970 as thousands of college students face loss of aid. The act would extend the loan program aiding low and middle income students, banks, and colleges who expected guarantees. A post election session could salvage the measure to avert student hardship.
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Flag Day Observance Encouraged Across Communities
Flag Day October 23 is United States Day. Americans are urged to display the flag in front of homes and businesses to honor the symbol of the government that supports free enterprise and the high standard of living enjoyed by the nation.
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Perelman Leaves U S for England at Age 66
Humorist S J Perelman plans a permanent move to England sailing October 21 from Bucks County Pennsylvania where he sold his 91 acre farm. He cites air pollution crime and politics but says the main reason is the lack of material for his Perelmaniana in America.
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Millions Stolen From Poverty Funds Fatten Volt Contractors
Volt Information Sciences pocketed nearly 30 million in poverty funds since 1965 amid rampant overlap with government agencies. End of June 1969 contracts reached 18.54 million but true costs reached 25.21 million with an additional 3.5 million on June 30 1969. The firm dominated OEO and VISTA operations, hired many executives, and faced a Fry Consultants review finding training and contract failures and ballooning costs.
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Volt Cost Dispute Clouds OEO Contracts
At a meeting of top OEO officials Volt's performance was criticized yet OEO still awarded three new contracts by June 22, 1970. The column promises more on the Volt-OEO relationship and raises questions about cost estimates and acceptance. Separately the White House battles over youth outreach feature Hess urging conferences to engage youth, while conservatives fear confrontations and cancel the February event. In Laos, the CIA backed Meo army of about 14,000 suffers losses, morale drops, and veteran non coms are wiped out, reducing fighting capability.
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Autumn Tones and Traffic Signal a Busy Market Week
A mention of autumn mood in a poem contrasts with a surge of activity in South Wrenn Street freight, signaling a Fall furniture market opening. Reports note heavy traffic, rising business, and promotions despite inflation and strikes, while tire studding and safety guidance from the National Safety Council appear alongside local civic achievements and cultural events in High Point.
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