Postal rate rises face postal service objection
The chief hearing examiner for the Postal Rate Commission recommends increases in parcel post and airmail rates amid declining volumes. Airmail volume fell from 2 billion pieces in 1967 to 1.6 billion last year, with a proposed 18 percent rise in airmail and 4.6 percent in parcel post. Officials fear further decline if rates rise.
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Clothes Bring Him Trouble
Charles Ward, a 31 year old airport sky cap, told San Francisco Superior Court he faced a $5,000 damage suit after buying $80 worth of clothing. He described a store salesman sending a follow up card to “you and Mrs. Ward,” prompting his wife Louanna to confront him at home. He claimed she attacked him, accused him of infidelity, and drove him from their El Cerrito home. He hopes a favorable ruling will restore his wife’s trust and invite him back into the family.
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Charles Ward
Superior Court
Three Million Housing Units Likely in 1972
AP reports it is possible this year that Americans will build three million or more housing units for the first time, driven by population growth, mortgage funds, and pent up demand. Mobile homes emerge as a growing factor, raising questions about tax burdens, zoning, and regulation as they become a permanent, affordable housing option.
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New York
America
Congress Inspectors Briefed on Space Plan Budget
Congressional inspectors from the space agency are briefed on the proposed $3.37 billion budget. The briefing occurs as lawmakers review projected costs, program scope, and mission timelines for the space plan.
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Space
Carl C. Craft
Associated Press
Washington (Ap
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Victory for Angela Davis on bail in murder case
Angela Davis, free on a $102,500 bail after over 16 months in jail, says her freedom is a victory for people struggling everywhere. Her chief attorney Howard Moore Jr. expects a total victory at trial on charges tied to the Marin County Civic Center shootout. Jury selection begins soon as the case proceeds under a California Supreme Court death penalty ruling.
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Howard Moore Jr
Miss Davis
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Richard E. Arnason
California Supreme Court
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Pryor Addresses Credit Reform for Housing in Arkansas
U S Senate candidate Rep. David Pryor told the El Dorado Homebuilders Association that new credit allocation methods are needed to ease housing production constraints in Arkansas. He cited 120000 homes lacking adequate plumbing and 67000 families living in overcrowded houses in the state.
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David Pryor
D-Ark
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U.S. Senate
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Arkansas
Ozarks Group Expansion Plans May Include Seven States
Bud Stewart, co director of the Ozarks Regional Commission, said the four state agency may expand its role and possibly add Tennessee Mississippi and Louisiana to its scope. He noted the expansion was discussed as a way to boost regional economic development with a proposal to President Nixon via Vice President Spiro Agnew.
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Charles A. Berry
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Mayor Seeks Senate Seat in West Memphis Bid
West Memphis mayor Tilden Rodgers announced on Thursday his plan to seek the Democratic nomination for the state Senate seat currently held by W. K. Ingram of West Memphis. Rodgers aims to succeed Ingram in the state capital race.
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Tilden Rodgers
W. K. Ingram
Chinese Awe at Nixon Coverage in China Trip
AP dispatch from Hangchow notes Chinese astonishment at extensive TV and photo coverage of President Nixon. locals worry over his image being controlled by constant cameras while reporters marvel at orderly streets and low crime. Separate item reports Arkansas lawmakers opposing Four States Telephone rate hikes to void increases in Clay Green and Randolph counties.
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Gerald M Morris
Piggott
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Randolph
Wish Comes True as Nurse to Return Home to Philippines
CHICAGO AP Fe Garingalao a 29 year old nurse from the Philippines, dying of cancer, will fly home to Guimbal Ili lo after friends and the Philippine Nurses Association raised over 600 to fund the trip. She has been hospitalized since Jan 12 and said she is glad to go home for the last time. Her brother Salvatore arranged the travel with airline officials after he was made her legal guardian.
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Guimbal-Ili’lo
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One More Term Says Chisholm
In Miami on Thursday Shirley Chisholm said she will seek one more term in the U S House and then retire from politics She plans to teach in the Virgin Islands and to set up an institute in Washington D C to educate youths about politics Campaign aides noted pressure from various groups while Chisholm spoke during a Florida primary drive Rich Mays a Little Rock Democrat announced his candidacy for Arkansas House District 3 noting voter apathy as a key issue and his background as a Black lawyer
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House Space Committee
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Hospital Closing Blamed on Government
ARKANSAS TRUMANN Rep Bill Alexander says federal standards forced Smith Hospital to close after 12 years accusing the federal government of ignorance. He cites unrealistically high staffing and facilities for a 17 bed rural facility as driving shortages and warns other small hospitals may follow. He notes Manila and Leachville hospitals face similar fates and urges rural colleagues to heed federal rules.
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Bill Alexander
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Suit Against Local Plant Continued in Texarkana
A Federal Court suit by Nucor Corp of Delaware seeks an injunction to halt the Tennessee Forging Steel plant project in Hope Arkansas. Defendants include Tennessee Forging Steel Services Inc and city officials, with former Nucor employees Munn and White alleged to use trade secrets. The action was filed by Arnold & Arnold of Texarkana.
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Hope
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City of Hope
Arkansas
William White
Charles Munn
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