Government Payrolls Grow Far Faster Than Population
A mid-1930 to 1969 period shows civilian federal employment rising from 605000 to 3055000, a 500 percent increase while population grew 63 percent. Total government employment exceeds 14 million, about one in five workers. Tax burdens rise as Social Security taxes climb and federal, state, and local receipts surge. The piece also notes crime stats, parole relevance, and Hazlitt on federal spending and education costs.
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Hoover Administration
United States
CIA
Civil Service Commision
The
Tax Foundation
Henry Hazlitt
Old Sage
Dr. Hazlitt
Foundation
Hazlitt
Norway
Roald Amundily
Sen
South Pole
America
Robert Peary
North Pole
Edmund Hillary
Sylvia Porter
New Zealand
Conqueror Mist
Mt. Everest
John Hunt
Armstrong Receives Royal Geographical Society Gold Medal
London AP report says Neil Armstrong, first man on the moon, joins a select group of explorers honored by Britain’s Royal Geographical Society. He is awarded the society’s special gold medal for leading the Apollo 11 mission, the society’s first such award.
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London
Neil Armstrong
Britain
Royal Geographical Society
Armstrong
Society
Saylor Says Magic Number Reached in Tax Exemption Push
Congressman John P. Schyler says the House majority backs raising personal exemption to 1200 dollars for wage earners. He cites over 100 supporters, with 40 joining for the first time, claiming 233 members now on record in favor of tax relief this year. He lists sponsors across many states and urges public awareness of the movement.
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John P. Schyler
House
R-Pa
House of Represent
Congress
Atlves
Pennsylvania
New York
Wisconsin
West Wir
Houselginia
Ways and Means
Onnnessee
Dew Jersey
Rhodegress
Island
Alabama
NOW
Alaska
Kansas
Louisiana
Michigan
Gallup Seeks New City Flag Amid Designs Debate
Gallup New Mexico residents help fuel a flag contest as city leaders consider designs before the August 16 deadline. James Stone, flag committee chair, hopes for broader participation while Mayor Ray Erwin notes the flag should reflect the town’s sentiments.
Indians Biyening Gazette announces subscription rates and mailing details
The Indiana Gazette lists subscription pricing for local and out of county readers, noting annual rates of 18.00 within the county and 26.00 outside it. The notice appears in a historic Indiana Pennsylvania publication, with post office and publication details included.
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Philadelphia St. Tindiama
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Gardeson
Indiana
Secure Teeth With FASTEETH Sprinkles
A vintage advertisement urges more security and comfort with FASTEETH granules for dentures. It promises firmer hold for both uppers and lowers during eating and talking, notes the product is alkaline, and advises seeing a dentist regularly.
City to Redesign Salt Lake Meter Maid Uniforms
City officials ordered 17 meter maids to collaborate on a more feminine, attractive uniform. Mayor J Bracken Lee proposes styles like airline stewardesses, moving away from the current dark blue ensemble with a conservative cut.
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Salt Lake City
J.bracken Lee
Igals
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Saylor
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Saltsburg
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