National police union gains labor backing in AFL CIO talks
In a landmark meeting at AFL CIO headquarters, John J. Cassese of the New York City Patrolmen's Benevolent Association pushed for a formal national policemen's union. Labor leaders and CORE officials discussed decentralization and the cops joining mainstream labor, with a midwinter committee to study the PBA application.
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John J. Cassese
New York
Patrolmen’s Benevolent Assn
PBA
John Cassese
New York City
Cassese
Paul Hall
Afl-Cio
Stock Exchange
New York City Central Labor Council
Harry van Arsdale
Policemen’s Union
Law and Order
Labor
Teacher’s Federation
CORE
Roy Innis
Victor Solomon
Solomon
Harlem Core
Whitney Young Jr
The
Urban League
Pittsburgh
White House
George Meany
Executive Council
Cops
Bal Harbour
Fla
House of Labor
Early Retirement Pressures Social Security Benefits
Today many older workers opt for early retirement at 62, drawing reduced Social Security checks and depleting savings faster. The result could push more retirees toward poverty despite 10 million currently kept out by benefits. Age bias and limited protections under the 1967 Age Discrimination Act leave many older workers unemployed and retiring early.
Laughing at Oppression The European Mood in 1960s
Carl T. Rowan describes Eastern European humor as a defense against oppression. Romanians and Czechs joke about centuries of conquerors while resisting Soviet influence, with Yugoslavs fearing invasion but laughing at the absurdity. The piece uses satirical exchanges to illustrate regional resilience.
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B.C
Romania
Soviet Union
Czechoslovakia
Russia
Europe
New York State
Yugoslavia
Wth
Communist Party
Leonid Brezhny
Alexander Dubcek
Dubcek
Justice
Obsolete Age Bias Provokes Christmas Reminder
The note argues that age discrimination is cruel and harmful during a labor shortage. It questions Soviet troop presence in Czechoslovakia and quotes a general who claims they will stay until they locate a Czech who invited them. The piece mixes social critique with geopolitical commentary.
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Prague
Belgrade
Czechoslovakia
Suposedly
Cystic Mastitis Compared With Breast Disease
The article explains fibrocystic breast disease, its cysts and pain, and how it differs from mastitis. It notes cysts are usually not cancerous but require monitoring, with procedures like aspiration and mammography aiding diagnosis. Some cysts may recur and surgical removal does not guarantee elimination.
Las Vegas Race Track Debate Divides Local Opinion
Local seers discuss Las Vegas horse racing readiness with mixed views. Paul Spendlove says the area has sufficient horses and interest for a viable operation. Pete Hall argues Las Vegas favors quick casino wins over slow races. Marshall Taylor notes possible funding but fears the "in" crowd effect could derail a track.
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Tropicana
Las Vegas
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Washington, D.C
High Command
Calvin Coolidge
National Policemen’s Union
Bles
International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
Harlem
Victor Riesel
Social Security Administration
Labor Department
Sylvia Porter
Carl T. Rowan
Bucharest
Hungary
Dr. Thesteson
Kremlin
Las Vegas Area
Paul Spendlove
Fred Crane
Business Man
Joseph Botos
Miami Beach Vacations, Inc
Pete Hall
Twin Lakes Shell
Ken Jones and
David Waite
Marshall Taylor
Pennysaver
Joe Wells
Henderson
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