Expansion of Capitol West Front Ordered
Washington AP reports a go ahead on a multimillion dollar expansion of Capitol West Front with officials approving the project. The announcement outlines construction of extended exterior features and modernization plans aimed at improving access and aesthetics for visitors and staff.
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Capitol West Front extension ordered to prevent collapse
The Joint Commission on the Capitol ordered architect J George Stewart to begin planning the extension after warnings the wall could fail and kill someone. Senate and House leaders chaired by John McCormack oversee the project with cost estimates between 24 and 31 million dollars.
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Paper greets UN group in five languages
The San Francisco Chronicle editorial page published greetings to United Nations delegates for the 20th anniversary celebration in five languages. The piece was offered in French, Spanish, Russian, Chinese, and English, reflecting multilingual outreach.
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Poles Edge Toward Black Market Over Shortages
Paris bureau reports low salaries and scarce goods drive many Poles to the black market. Tales include inflated factory shoe records, under the table deals, and bribes for faster car delivery. Foreign currencies flow via relatives and Western shoppers, with PKO coupons issued to swap dollars for scarce goods.
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Dollar trades and political bill drive US and Poland action
The report explains Poles illicitly trading dollars with street sellers at high rates, while US lawmakers push a Senate end of year housing and urban development bill. Detectives shadow the dollar buyers and quotes reveal motives like funding study abroad and road commerce. In Washington, the Senate backs a cabinet department bill with a strong majority, moving the measure toward full Senate consideration.
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