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Newspaper
Independent
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Nov 02, 1971
Page
3
Consumers planned higher purchases of new cars appliances furniture and carpets in October reversing July declines. The Census Bureau noted car buying expectations up from 8 to 103.4 and major outlays for furniture and carpets rising to 26.1 per 100 households, with income optimism near July levels despite a wage-price freeze.
The Connecticut Citizen Action Group allied with Ralph Nader claims Colt workers were ordered to conceal defects in M16 rifles built for Vietnam. The report accuses workers of swapping springs and bending barrels to evade government inspectors during endurance tests. Colt denies the charges and cites a 21 page report based on interviews with employees.
LAS VEGAS NEV UPI Dr Daniel Rosenfield of USDA says latest household food consumption survey shows only about half of U S families ate a good diet. The survey also notes inadequate intake among women compared with men and highlights adolescents and women 9 to 64, the elderly, and children under 3 as the groups most in need of improvement.
US ecology agency rejects an immediate ban on DDT and will rule by next March. It will reconsider last March's decision to allow use while hearings on benefits and hazards proceed, with hearings expected to end in December.
The Pencil Makers Association launched a product certification to ensure pencil lacquer contains no more than 0.5 percent lead. Dr. Laurence Finberg of Montefiore Hospital guides the program as safety for pencil chewing children draws rising attention. David E. Price of the association emphasized adherence to health standards amid recent publicity about wood cased pencils.
The east and south entrances of Yellowstone National Park in Wyoming were closed for the season on Monday. Craig and Dintaven passes, with the park, also were closed due to heavy snowfall. Park officials said roads within the park would stay open day to day, depending on snow.
Free electronic hearing tests will be offered at Beltone Hearing Aid Service offices on Thursday and Friday from 9 AM to 5 PM. Factory trained Beltone specialists will conduct tests and explain how the ear works. Tests welcome anyone with hearing trouble and aim to demonstrate methods to improve hearing. If unavailable Thursday or Friday, call the numbers listed for an alternative appointment time.
A consumer group backed by Ralph Neder filed suit against the Civil Aeronautics Board to stop it from rubber stamping international airline fares. The Aviation Consumer Action Project targets the International Transport Association a five three price fixing cartel. IATA sets uniform fares for international airlines including Pan American and Trans World, and the CAB approves the rates.
The FDA Monday rescinded its warning that Stokely-Van Camp Fin est French Style Green Beans SB72-E213D could be tainted with botulism. Tests showed botulism was not the cause of a Pensacola Florida boy’s illness. Green beans from the batch are now considered safe to eat and recall is no longer necessary.
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