Fair fight in steel editorial calls for modernization
The piece argues Bethlehem Steel’s ads claim unfair foreign competition and dumping, cites Merrill Lynch analysis showing Japanese prices lower due to higher productivity, and urges U.S. modernization rather than protectionism to create a fair fight between U.S. and Japanese steel, benefiting consumers.
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Bethlehem Steel
Bethlehem
U.S
Merrill, Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Inc
Hower
Merrill. Lynch
Merrill, Lynch
Hiding Funds for California Highway Projects Draw Criticism
Critics say Caltrans hides more than 1 billion dollars in available funds while laying off 2,400 workers and delaying needed freeway links. Sen. Deukmejian and others urge faster action and top-level change to restore highway program progress and curb inflationary losses. Local officials fault Caltrans for inaction and mismanagement.
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Deukmejian
California Department of Transportation
Caltrans
Senate
Adriana Gianturco
State Highway Commission
Automobile Club of
Southern California
Gianturco
One day in the life of a country with problems
On August 31 1977 the Carter administration faced a clash between high youth unemployment and a court order to import about 3000 foreign apple pickers. Secretary Marshall opposed the order noting 7 million Americans unemployed. The piece weighs policy gaps in training workers and aiding neighbor economies while pondering abortion and labor dilemmas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Ray Marshall
United States
Virginia
Marshall
Labor Department
Brapples
Carter
Mexico
Jamaica
Caribbean
America
Republic
Letters on ERA and Elvis spark reader response
Readers debate the Equal Rights Amendment with Phyllis Schlafly referenced and praise for or against ratification, while a separate letter recalls Elvis Presley’s gospel recordings and legacy, noting critics' views and fan reverence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joan Dilley
3. PT
Phyllis Schlafly
America
Miss Dilley
Incompatible goals for Long Beach tourism and Sohio gas pipe
The Independ ent, Press Telegram weighs a Washington judge ruling on Sohio gas pipeline impact versus California authority. It contrasts that plan with a proposed million‑dollar Long Beach beach hotel to boost tourism, arguing the two aims may clash and threaten the city’s appeal. The piece questions whether environmental risk or spilloffs could undermine tourism.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ohio
Press-Telegram
Washington
Federal Power Commission
Sohio
California
Long Beach
California Youth Authority wards shine in fire camps across state
During recent California forest fires about 400 youth authority wards manned firelines, logging over 98 000 hours in August and even saving a U S Forest Service employee. Their camp program builds responsibility, teamwork and respect, overcoming self image issues while contributing to fire prevention and environmental care.
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California Youth Authority
California
Youth Authority
U.S. Forestry Service
Division of Forestry
Restraint urged as Westminster blimp controversy grows
A reader laments the decision to keep Willy the Whale, the sales blimp over Westminster, arguing most residents oppose it. The letter accuses City leadership of caving to business lobbying, calling for restraint and better civic taste amid pervasive advertising.
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Willy the
Westminster
Sunset Ford
City of Westminster
Pleased with Long Beach progress and leadership
Pleased with beautification progress in Long Beach highlights new City Hall Civic Center auditorium and plaza. Praises city manager Dever, the new police chief, Fire Department and paramedics as outstanding. Hurrah for Long Beach.
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Long Beach
Dever
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