Post Office ends watchdog role on franking privileges
The Post Office Department will stop policing congressional franking abuses and say members should judge proper use themselves. Senator Griffin of Michigan had charged misuse during Fortas controversy and said he will seek new guidelines next session. The policy shift, noted by Agriculture Secretary Freeman, marks a move from enforcement to self policing by lawmakers.
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United States
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Fortas
Post Office
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Marvin W. Or MY
Thomas Hud. Watsoni
Sedalia
Debra Snel
Polilon
David Snellen
Jefferson City
Kathleen Bonnet
Justin Bon
Eldon
Linda
Lemkin
Sylvia
Semkin
Miss Wolfe Crowned Explorer Ball Queen at Capitol
Christine Wolfe daughter of Dorsey Pointer of California was chosen Explorer Queen Thursday night at the annual Explorer Ball in the Capitol Rotunda. She is a junior at California A-1 School and was nominated by Post 120. Over 200 Explorers and dates attended the event amid discussion of frankring rulings and congressional mail concerns.
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May
The Year That Was April Ends Tragedy and Triumph
A summary of 1968 events notes King’s assassination and riots, a Memphis sanitation strike settlement, peace talks in Vietnam, and sport surprises. The Masters crowned Bob Golby after a scorecard dispute with Roberto De Vicenzo. An epic Mets Astros night game and London Bridge relocation to Lake Havasu City are highlighted.
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Pueblo sailor slimmed 70 pounds in captivity
John Higgins, a Pueblo sailor from Saint Joseph Missouri, lost about 70 pounds during North Korea captivity after USS Pueblo seizure on January 23. He arrived at a South Korean hospital weighing 210 pounds and described meals as mostly non solid soups with occasional rice and turnips.
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Chicken Annie's Franchise Offers Sit-Ins and Financing
Chicken Annie's announces distinctive chicken served in Jefferson City and other major towns with certified results from Business Operations since 1934. Franchise requires a sit-in with 100 plus seating capacity and carry out, a $20,000 fee with financing, and no prior experience needed for complete training and supervision.
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Jefferson City
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