Everett Dirksen: A Lively Statesman Who Became a Lasting Character
The piece argues Everett Dirksen defies simple judgment, praised as a complex actor of politics. It notes his 38 years in Congress, his skill at compromise and consensus, and his pivotal roles in Civil Rights Act passage and the 1963 nuclear test ban treaty, suggesting no future figure will match his distinctive blend of wit and statesmanship.
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Postwar surplus doubts grow for Vietnam ending gains
Leading economists who long argued for a peace dividend and a halt to the 30 billion annual war outlay now reassess. The Urban Affairs Council, new to the Nixon Administration, sought surplus funds to back social programs. President Nixon ordered Herbert Stein to study economic consequences of peace over five years. Substantially larger funds could be used if peace reduces military outlays.
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Postwar outlook warns of rising costs eroding peace dividend
Editorial notes that the end of war and economy growth may be offset by mounting future costs from Nixon programs and Congress. Moynihan cites the peace dividend as evanescent while revenue sharing, family assistance, and transportation plans loom large. Government spending may outpace revenue.
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Power woes spark public anger over Con Edison rate hike
The Consolidated Edison Co of New York faces protests after seeking a 14 percent residential and 16.9 percent commercial rate rise. Mayor Lindsay denounces the move amid power-crisis history. Utility cites inflation, high city taxes, and costly urban generation as justification. Experts warn of rising outages and the need for stronger regional interconnections to prevent future blackouts.
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Rawley Company Leadership Listed in Internal Memo
An internal document lists D. A. Rawley as CEO and president passenger Mrs. C. B. Lockwood as vice president with David A. Rawley Jr. as vice president Joseph P. Rawley as secretary Terry Jr. as treasurer LT Bie Herson in 40s editorial roles Joe Paweh executive editor advertising director business manager and other titles.
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Thieu Hard Line Pushes De escalation Amid Three Day Truce
Washington reports indicate some U S officers in Vietnam favor Thieu tough Stand over Nixon’s de escalation plan. Thieu urged intensified fighting after Ho Chi Minh’s death while Abrams and Berger urged restraint. Secret dispatches show Saigon forces stepped up actions during the truce period. Bunker’s influence noted. Mel Laird disliked by Thieu. Alioto Mafia ties discussed in Humphrey memo. SDS promotes wars while posing as pacifists. China reportedly placed medium range missiles in Albania with potential nuclear arms. Don Rumsfeld faces obstacle to extending anti poverty agency as Republicans resist without presidential pressure.
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High Point Post Office Plans and Local Gifts Highlight Community
Local discussion centers on delaying a new High Point post office due to federal construction limits and expanding sub stations to serve growing needs. Articles note major gifts to Peace College and Greensboro College, baring a pattern of philanthropy by the Finch family, and praise civic leaders in High Point. A Financial World column warns the stock market may signal a coming recession amid tax and policy changes, while a town garden club marks a 45th anniversary.
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