AFL-CIO Poll Shows Strong Support for Johnson Re-Election
The AFL-CIO reports 1,700 union members across 12 unions favor President Johnson over Nixon Romney Reagan and Rockefeller by wide margins, amid concerns over prices civil rights and Vietnam. Younger members show weaker backing and local issues dominate suburban concerns.
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Michigan
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California
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Social Security hike possible before Congress adjourns
Sources say Congress will likely raise Social Security benefits this year amid a complex drafting process. A House vote could come by late summer with a 13 percent average increase and a wage base rise to 7800, while Johnson favors at least 15 percent and a base of 10800.
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Sonotone Debuts All In Ear SONET Hearing Aid
Elmsford New York announces the SONET, the smallest hearing aid by Sonotone, worn entirely in the ear with no outside cords. A limited number of free non operating plastic replicas will be available for demonstration to those with hearing problems.
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Elmsford, N.Y
Sonotone Corporation
Sonotone
Congressman Joe Pool jailed after Arlington crash
Rep. Joe Pool of Texas spent about five hours in a suburban jail after a traffic accident in Arlington Va. He refused to sign a ticket, was charged with reckless driving and failing to show registration, and was released without bond. Trial set for Aug. 22.
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Arlington County
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Arlington
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Arlington County Court House
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White House
Reischauer Seeks Okinawa Pact Before 1970
Harvard scholar Edwin O. Reischauer urged Washington and Tokyo to reach an Okinawa return agreement before 1970. He argued pride over the Ryukyu Islands risks delaying resolution of U S Japanese security issues and cautioned against bases for nuclear weapons, urging rapid transfer to Japan to strengthen ties.
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Tokyo
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Doodads Boost Australian Housewares Sales
Houseware sales rise in Australia with shoppers flocking to new doodad designs and home decor items. Market observers note stronger demand in urban centers as retailers report higher turnover this quarter.
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