Western Union Reopens After 49 Hour Telegraph Strike
Western Union workers return to duty after a coast to coast stoppage lasting 49 hours. About 20,000 Commercial Telegraphers Union members retroactive wage raises of 4.3 percent in year one and 4.75 percent overall were negotiated, with pension and job security provisions. Joe Massey said offices resume full strength, pay raises appear in next week’s checks, and the strike ended with the new contract retroactive to June 1. News noted minimal picketing and management clearing night letters after the agreement.
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Scattered Rains Expected Over South Plains Today
A weak cool front moved through Texas lowering temperatures and set showers to develop this afternoon across the western South Plains, spreading eastward by Saturday. Rain totals may reach one-half to one inch, with thunder showers possible, as cool air lingers over the Panhandle and North Texas.
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Bank Of England Urges National Spending Reduction
The Bank of England urged Britain to curb spending across sectors to protect economic stability. Officials warned restraint would be needed despite political pressures and noted government measures must not unduly raise prices or erode competitiveness.
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Education May Add New Taxes Claims Barnes
Barnes argues education costs may raise taxes as the education system requires funding. He cites state government growth and rising costs across agencies and urges responsible financing to support the state and its operations.
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Figures Show Enemy Gains In Viet Nam Partly Offset
AP reports North Vietnamese and Viet Cong deaths roughly match Allied gains as U S forces tally about 259000 in Saigon area. Officials note early monsoon offensives may be under way while Operation Hayware has yielded Viet Cong and North Vietnamese casualties in a single engagement.
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