Real University of the Streets aims to reinvent schooling
On New York City’s lower East Side a group calling itself the Real Great Society runs the Real University of the Streets for about 800 dropouts using refurbished storefronts as classrooms. Volunteers teach diverse topics while the Office of Economic Opportunity funds the project, aiming to raise high school graduation rates and college attendance.
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U.S. Car Makers Face Challenge in Cheap Compact Market
A Treasury official argues the United States must develop a low priced compact car to curb heavy imports and reduce the dollar drain. Detroit firms study small cars but face pricing hurdles and uncertain demand. volume growth remains in question.
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Rockefeller urges US allies to counter Soviet threat
New York Governor Nelson A Rockefeller warned on ABC that Soviet activity in Europe rivals Nazi aggression and urged tighter US allied cooperation to curb Soviet expansion. Senator Edward Brooke backed Nixon, predicting a large Negro vote for Nixon and praising his program to unite the country.
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Lamp Lighter Inn Fire Damages East Los Angeles Tavern
A blaze Sunday caused an estimated 25 000 dollars in damage to the Lamp Lighter Inn at 1345 South Atlantic Boulevard East Los Angeles gutting the main room and roof. Fire crews fought the flames as investigators seek the cause.
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Chain Stores See Stock Rally After Turbulent Years
New York reports indicate Chain Food Stores show rising profits and stock prices as the outlook improves. After 1966 troubles, retailers cut stamps and promotions, streamlined services, and expanded non food products to boost margins. Diversification includes drugstores and nearby discount stores to drive traffic.
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Mediator Goldberg Averts 3 Threatened New York Strikes
Special mediator Arthur J. Goldberg announced tentative contracts with the police and fire departments in New York City. The Sanitationmen’s Association president urged ratification after a threatened Monday strike. A previous 10 day strike in February left 100,000 tons of garbage.
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Using U S Treasury Bonds to Pay Estate Taxes
A reader asks if bonds can be used to pay federal estate taxes at par. The answer: only bonds owned by the deceased at death can be redeemed for tax payment. if bought by the executor, the plan fails. Most Treas ury bonds qualify, but not savings bonds. check with a broker.
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