Ford's Puerto Rico statehood idea faces tough political and economic hurdles
The piece argues that Puerto Rico's statehood would raise the federal bill by about 3 billion, risk collapsing its industrial base, and worsen the relief load while boosting congressional representation. It notes Puerto Rico’s pride, language, and history as factors favoring commonwealth status and questions President Ford's quick, unstudied stance.
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Romero Barcello
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New York City
New Jersey
Connecticut
California
Ford
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Alaska
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Vail
Carter advisers weigh tax cuts versus job programs for economy
The piece notes the Dow topping 1000 as Carter and advisers meet on Saint Simons Island. It discusses debates over stimulus methods, with calls for permanent across the board tax cuts and spending restraint, while flagging optimism tempered by budget constraints and caution.
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Jimmy Carter
St. Simon's Island
Carter
Gop dilemma from Ginzberg on not-for-profit economy
George F. Will summarizes Eli Ginzberg's view that not-for-profit and government activities dilute the private sector. He notes the method exaggerates private share, but highlights a GOP dilemma as the United States moves away from a purely private enterprise system.
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Washington
Eli Ginzberg
Scientific American
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Litton
Lockheed
Navy
U.S
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Home care cuts down medical costs report says
Blue Cross officials say one in four hospital patients could be managed at home with good care, while British researchers find heart attack patients fare better at home without complications. Home-health firms grow as insurers begin offering benefits to support at home care.
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New York
Blue Cross
Blue Shield
Hospital cost surge and shift to home care in medical future
The piece analyzes rising hospital costs driven by malpractice insurance with steep rate hikes. It notes dramatic increases in physician and hospital charges, while suggesting a move toward home care as insurers and providers push for cost containment and patient comfort. It cites British studies and Dow Jones figures, and discusses feasibility and risks of home-based treatment.
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Schuster
Council On
Beyond call of duty at Trenton P and G station
Citizens thank Paul and Kenny Ehresman and staff for 16 years of courteous service at the Trenton P and G station. Neighbors join Sophia M. Flynn in expressing gratitude for thoughtful acts such as clearing heavy snow on Fulton Lane.
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