West German Chancellor Brandt crosses East German border
BERLIN AP Chancellor Willy Brandt arrived by train in West Berlin, the first time a West German leader crossed through East Germany by land to reach the city. He called the trip formal and planned speeches with the German Trade Union Association and the Social Democratic leadership. The Bonn to Berlin journey underscored ties and eased traffic after the June Berlin accord. Four border officers reportedly entered his special car as the train crossed the frontier.
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Brighter job outlook hides grads still facing scarce openings
Despite a brighter outlook for 1972 graduates the College Placement Council reports job openings up only 6 percent from last year and still far below 1969 levels. Teaching positions are scarce with overall hires totaling 47,600 from 782 employers, while sectors like research, chemicals, public accounting and aerospace show gains and automotive, metals and utilities lag.
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Urban degree job demand shifts by level and field
The council reports December trends show bachelor level business employment up 9 percent from a year earlier while science math rose 4 percent and engineering was unchanged. Doctoral level gains include engineering up 36 percent and science mathematics up 17 percent.
Pennsylvania Faces Massive Crop Losses From Agnes
Pennsylvania officials estimate crop damage from Tropical Storm Agnes will run into millions with hay and corn hardest hit. Agriculture secretary Jit McHale warns full assessment will take about a week due to outages and flooding hindering county-level reporting. Local farmers fear erosion and delayed harvest will worsen losses, with federal aid likely needed.
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