Iowa economists weigh Nixon freeze on prices and wages
Iowa State University economists assess the Nixon price and wage freeze, noting improved dollar value could lift U.S. trade, temporary living-cost stabilization, and varied impacts on workers. They warn about potential food price ceilings, import surcharges, and the need for detailed congressional action on tax credits and exemptions.
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Nixon
Iowa State University
U.S
United States
Erik, Thorbecke
Dudley Luckett
Charles Meyer
Gene Futrell
Credit Cards Cut Food Budgets Hint at Rising Costs
A U S Department of Agriculture study finds credit card use shifts spending toward food reductions. Higher debt from cards correlates with lower dietary levels, while news on luxury items shows pricier installments. The piece notes food remains bought with cash, yet credit cards blunt price pain and consumer complaints.
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U.S. Department of Agriculture
United States
National Commission On Food and Fiber
Le Mars parking praise and council meetings debated
Le Mars residents praise wide angle parking and free lots as city leaders note progress funded by city money. A columnist reflects on editorial stance and discusses open meetings about extending Second Ave NE for Fareway, urging readers to read the newspaper's coverage.
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Jim Hoeck
le Mars
Iowa
Portland Cement Co
Second Ave
Fareway
Bob Roseberry
Why not apply the quote to wage and price freezes
Summers residents question if wage and price freezes should cover all taxes government waste spending and pay raises for officials. They urge openness in council meetings and critique traffic courtesy and rule enforcement while noting heat and weather as context.
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Chee
Elks Dinner Dance Planned At Country Club
Calendar item details an Aug 28 event with cocktail hour at 6 30 p m and dinner at 8 p m. Reservations are listed for Mrs A D Krull at 546 4519 Mrs Don Meyler at 546 6692 and Mrs Bob Kindwall at 546 4631.
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Country Club
A.D. Krull
Don Meyler
Bob Kindwall
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