Southlands thirst fuels clash over Dos Rios Dam plan
The California Water Resources Association battles Gov Reagan and preservationists led by the Sierra Club over Dos Rios Dam on the Eel River in northern California. Proponents argue 60 percent of the state's recreation is water oriented and future needs demand more reservoirs, while critics warn against flooding Round Valley and harming wildlife and indigenous habitats.
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California Water Project
Sierra Club
California
Southland
California Water Resources Association
Gov
Reagan
Dos Rios
Middle Fork
Eel River
Round Valley
CWRA
Letters to Editor Friendly pollution debate continues
A reader defends the idea that halting industrial pollution inflows would cost millions and affect local payrolls while noting back water tidal action limits. The letter cites effects on marine organisms, brackish waters, and long term harbor use, urging balanced pollution controls.
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Pomeroy, Johnston & Bailey
LAHD
Regional Water Pollution Control Board
Cerritos Channel
Los Angeles
Long Beach
Wage-price spiral rattles Wall Street and Washington
Washington cites four reasons for last week.s stock market slide. The wage price tax spiral tightens middle class spending power and squeezes consumer demand as living costs rise.
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Wall Street
Washington
Inflation and wage growth threaten postwar recovery
The piece argues that rising wages and costs in the United States risk deepening a recession. It draws parallels to the 1930s after World War II as Europe depends on reparations and U.S. foreign aid. it notes high interest rates and a stock market decline, with labor costs boosting building prices in New York.
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U.S
Germany
France
England
Italy
Wall Street
John Foster Dulles
Hoover
Europe
United States
University of Michigan
New York
Building Trades
Nixon
Secretary of the Treasury
David Kennedy
Intolerable paradox of achievement and waste in U S policy
John Gardner criticizes national priorities amid lunar triumphs and Vietnam debates. He argues the president can set the agenda but headlines drown the issues, urging a frank review of defense outlays and social costs. Gardner cites $184 billion yearly federal spending with $81 billion on defense and potential cuts of $5-$10 billion without harming security.
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John Gardner
Urban Coalition
Health, Education and Welfare
Portland
Ore
Vietnam
Gardner
Bureau of Reclamation
The
Corps
Nixon risks focus as politics eclipses core defense budget
James Reston argues President Nixon pursues publicity over priorities in defense, taxes, peace in Vietnam, and disarmament. He warns political and propaganda goals shape policy while essential budget and foreign policy questions remain unresolved at home and abroad.
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Washington
Gardner
Nixon
Saigon
Asia
Romania
Vietnam
Sidewalk Senators Speak on Doing What You Want
Ken Albin postal worker says he acts when he wants as long as it harms no one. Donna Moore student echoes that Want to do it drives action including racing cars. Nickolas Di Pietro restaurant owner saved seven years to build his dream on a solid foundation. Don Kirkland notes a different angle. Tanis Sullivan office clerk fears change while hoping for marriage again. George Fendley disabled veteran champions individual freedom within societal bounds. Kenneth Heinz winterizing operator backs doing one s own thing for happiness.
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Nickolas DI Pietro
Twain’s Lake Tahoe Reverie and Tahoe Pyramid Dilemma
The piece recalls Mark Twain’s awe at Lake Tahoe and warns that growth and pollution threaten the basin. It notes the bi state planning agency proposed to protect Pyramid Lake by preserving water, while a private agreement could lower Pyramid Lake levels. The author urges environmental dedication and efficient water use.
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Mark Twain
Lake Tahoe
Twain
California
Nevada
Tahoe
Congress
Reno
Assembly Natural Resources and Conservation Committee
Pyramid Lake
Ronald Reagan
Paul Laxalt
Walter Hickel
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Wilburt LA Cosse
Supreme Court
Juliet
Pearson
Cedure
James Reston
Ken Albin
Philosphy
Donna Moore
Don Kirkland
15Th Street
Ocean Bouelvard
Tanis Sullivan
George Fendley
Kenneth Heinz
Tahoe Basin
Squaw Valley
Crystal Lake
Lake Tahoe Basin
Unruh
California Assembly
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