County Board reviews Rost Associates management study
Last week the La Crosse County Board examined a 16400 study by Rost Associates showing potential annual savings of 375000 if all recommendations are adopted. Additional tips could save 78000, with Best Associates offering to implement for 6000 yearly. The board considers a full time county executive or administrator to ensure follow through.
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Rost Associates
Rost
Best Associates
Wisconsin
OPEC split over price hike bids at Qatar talks
Saudi Arabia opposed a 15 percent oil price rise at the Qatar conference, with the UAE siding on a lower 5 percent target. The split marks a crack in OPEC but leaves members with strong oil influence as markets demand rising supply despite divisions. The Saudis signaled hopes for Western support on the Arab Israeli issue.
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U.S
Flu shot program suspended amid paralysis outbreak
The nationwide flu shot program was halted after a link to a rare paralysis strain was suspected. Most victims had received the shot, causing officials to pause as doctors investigate. Some doubt this winter’s swine flu outbreak will occur and the public health push faced scrutiny from leaders and experts.
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Ford
Congress
Republican senators oppose sales tax with Thomson
Twenty years ago in 1956 Republican senators joined Governor elect Thomson in opposition to a state sales tax. Vice President Nixon, returning from Hungary, declared communism suffered a mortal blow and credited Hungarian sacrifices. Minneapolis fires claimed six hospital lives and five in an apartment house.
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Debate Over Economic Future Split by Carter Advisors
A CBS Face the Nation debate features Lawrence Klein and Alan Greenspan arguing on whether the economy is deteriorating and what actions are needed. Klein calls for strong federal action while Greenspan urges patience and a slow recovery with cautious tax and spending changes.
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Carter to be known as Jimmy not James Earl
President elect Jimmy Carter signals a shift toward a less imperial presidency. He prefers addressing himself as Jimmy and using a Ford LTD over a Lincoln as the White House debates staff transport. aides and officials discuss the tone he wants.
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Santa doubt and a reporter’s Christmas reflection
A veteran reporter recalls debates about Santa Claus sparked by a child’s claim that Claus is a fake and his own lingering, cautious belief. He notes a quiet inner voice that half-suspects the legend may hold some truth, even as his children resist. United Feature Syndicate.
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United Feature Syndicate
Quote by Gulf Oil U S president at Detroit club
Z D Bonner told the Economic Club of Detroit that the U S government hamstrings productive enterprise more than any other country he has worked in. He cautioned against constant roadblocks while urging government and business to pursue national goals together.
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Founding Fathers' Faith Shaped Early U S Leaders
A look at Washington Adams Jefferson Madison and Monroe shows a shared belief in God and moral guidance, with varied affiliations. They preached religious tolerance and ecumenical views while shaping policy and public life in America's early republic.
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