Inflation reshapes Yugoslav marriage market in satire piece
In a Fay Observer column, inflation hits Yugoslavia where brides are scarce and dowries rise. A letter to Tito complains of paying 40k to 60k dinars plus 40k in gold, while a laborer loses his savings when his bride elopes with the money. The piece humorously notes dowries persist despite inflation.
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Yugoslavia
Dan Cupid
Macedonia
Yugoslav
Josef Broz Tito
Gostivar
Rise In Smoking Sparks Mixed Public Response
The Durham Herald reports efforts to curb smoking show partial success as some quit or cut back while cigarette consumption still rises overall due to population growth. Many Americans remain unconvinced by anti smoking warnings, prompting calls for intensified smoking and health research and noting the federal government has refused to join a cooperative research program with the tobacco industry.
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Tobacco Industry
Arms for Stability Debate Reaches Des Moines Register
The piece argues U S arms policy as a destabilizing force abroad, focusing on Ethiopia since World War II. It notes May decisions to increase deliveries of tanks and warplanes, citing Kissinger and Ford. It warns the shipments risk fueling a shift from monarchy toward dictatorship and harming civilians or neighbors.
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United States
Ethiopia
U. S
Somalia
Pentagon
State Department
Pet food claim exposed as unfounded guess
A Winston Salem Journal report traces a sensational claim that one third of dog and cat food in ghettos is eaten by people to a cascade of unclear sources. It shows a Senate subcommittee, a consultant, and Dr Michael Jacobson all cited, but each denies making the assertion. The flaw in sourcing led to wide media repetition with little factual backing.
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Philadelphia Daily News
Scott Heimer
U.S. Senate
Heimer
Sen
George McGovern
Select Committee On Nutrition and Human Needs
Michael Jacobson
Center For Science In the Public Interest
Jacobson
Ronald Pollack
Food Research and Action Center
New York City
Sen. McGovern
Pollack
Franciscog
Franco
Underworld
Mafia
Unione Siciliano
Black Hand
Synidcate
Organization
Cosa ‘Nostra
Detroit
Zeke
Joy Of Joys Menses Mixup At St Louis School
A shipping error caused a Roman Catholic girls' school in St Louis to receive The Joy of Sex instead of The Joy of Cooking. The 25 wrong copies were not returned, the bill was paid, and the mixup went unnoticed until inventory. The tale ends with the students presumably learning about cooking in the real world.
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St. Louis
Freeman Reports On Spain After Year Abroad
William F. Freeman chronicles a year in Spain assessing feasibility of marketing architectural engineering and planning services in Europe. He notes Franco era control, inflation, unemployment, tourism decline, and bureaucratic hurdles for foreigners and the design profession, predicting a possible leftward shift after Franco with potential upheaval. He concludes the return home to High Point as his family finds comfort and hospitality awaiting them.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William F. Freeman
Spain
Europe
Une
U. S
U.S
Confessions From A Mafia Insider Eugene Ayotte
Eugene Ayotte known as Johnny A reveals mafia operations in Detroit during six years undercover with the Justice Department. FBI reports describe a world of violence and profit built on burglaries, fake businesses, lavish furniture frauds, and high-profile mob patrons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Eugene Ayotte
Inside the Mafia
Johnny A
Justice Dept
Detroit
FBI
Joe Valachi
Ayotte
Sicily
America
Dun and Bradstreet
Dun and
Bradstreet
Palm Furniture Company
Michigan
Letters to the Editor On Hearing Procedures
A citizen argues that police department hearings require cross examination to ensure justice. He criticizes council for limiting defense and notes risks of political purge and harm to innocent families. He commends four council members for seeking fairness.
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Supreme Court
Council
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