Tax Boost Likely But Not Certain
President Johnson hints at a possible five billion dollar tax increase if inflation persists, while alternatives like spending cuts or controls are discussed. Rising February living costs and White House advisers’ views support—though do not guarantee—a near term tax rise, amid election concerns. A separate note laments radio sameness on a cross country drive.
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France's Rance River tidal dam powers a city sized grid
The Brittany coast project damming the Rance estuary will harvest 240000 kilowatts using a two directional turbine. It will use both inflow and outflow tides rising about 33 feet daily and aims to start in June with full output 15 months later, a milestone watched worldwide.
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France
Brittany
Rance River
Boston
Best Travel Writers and Grand Journeys Across History
Jim Bishop reflects on travel lore and famed journeys from rulers and courtiers to writers. He catalogs extravagant modes of transport and legendary figures, noting wealth and whimsy shaped famous trips, from Onassis to Catherine the Great and Diamond Jim Brady, as well as royal extravagance in travel.
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Cardinal Spellman
The
Holy Land
O. Henry
South
Jill Weldon
Philippe Daudy
Queen Elizabeth
Prince Philip
Ethiopia
Stavros Niarchos
Cunard
Mediterranean
Richard Cadwaladers
Philadelphia
Aristotle Onassis
Switzerland
Lake Geneva
Ibn Saud
Arabia
Musa
New York
Harry Payne Whitney
Catherine the Great
Russia
Crimea
Kiev
Diamond Jim Brady
Saratoga Springs
Lillian Russell
Lily Langtry
United States
France
Jean Patou
Nizam of
Hyderabad
Paul Harvey on Slavery and Welfare in America
The essay contrasts slavery era guarantees of basic needs with later government welfare. It argues emancipation enabled self-reliance for slaves, while Indians remain wards through reservations. It warns against trusting political promises of government aid as a new form of slavery.
The Bat Stays Here Charley David Lawrence on Elections
Republican guidelines for 1966 election strategy question how to win seats in Congress by criticizing the current administration rather than presenting concrete policy proposals. The piece analyzes public concerns over living costs and the Vietnam War plus the role of Democratic majorities in shaping voter sentiment and campaign tactics.
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Congress
House of Representatives
Democratic Party
Viet Nam
Korea
House
Senate
Presid.s Party
Welcome Home Viet Nam Vet Warned About Returning To U.S.
A letter from Robert Wilson II, son of Dr and Mrs Robert Wilson, humorously warns families welcoming veterans back from Viet Nam to expect culture shock and altered behavior. He jokes about adapting to civilian life and urges kindness and tolerance with a final note on supporting him with humor and whiskey.
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Robert Wilson II
Robert Wilson
Viet Nam
Wilson
Phu Bai
Southeast Asia
Overseas
Residents Protest Basin G Charge and Billboard Tax Issues
Letters from Basin G residents protest a proposed drainage district and criticize a commission vote while arguing the project mainly benefits the university. A separate letter warns Ohio taxpayers face billions in extra taxes to compensate billboard owners under the highway beautification act, urging readers to contact Gov Rhodes and their state representatives.
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Basin G
Commission
Bill Denham
University
Ohio
Gov. Rhodes
Gerald A. Koch
Columbus
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