Sociologists Debunk Mobility Myth From 19th Century to Now
Berkeley sociologists Claude Fischer and Ann Stueve argue that American mobility has long been constant, with moves driven by necessity 150 years ago and by choice today. They note that most moves stay within metropolitan areas and that past mobility was common among the poor, now more among the affluent seeking opportunity.
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Ford faces thorny campaign trail in bid for votes
President Ford travels on a week long campaign tour after criticizing Carter on Eastern Europe and the Arab boycott. He faced heckling at USC and mixed reactions over his debate remarks. Commerce officials clarify disclosures will cover new boycott related entries only.
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Unemployment Holds Steady as Job Market Stagnates
Washington reports September shows unemployment at 7.8 percent after a dip from 7.9 percent while total employment also falls slightly. Officials call the shift essentially unchanged with a plateau in both unemployment and employment amid rising prices and slowing growth.
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Peace talks begin tomorrow in Lebanon at Chtoura
In eastern Lebanon the Syrian occupied resort of Chtoura hosts talks led by Khali with Palestinian and Lebanese delegations. Hani al Hassan heads the Palestinian group and Brig. Mousa Kanaan the Lebanese side. A timetable for Palestinian withdrawal and guarantees for guerrilla existence are sought.
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3 000 Home Buyers May Get Mortgage Break
The Department of Housing and Urban Development seeks to insure 3 000 mortgages under an experimental plan to lower initial monthly payments. Lenders will collect applications for federal insurance through the FHA, with questions answered by late month. The five loan alternatives start small and rise gradually over five or ten years to boost home construction.
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Weekend Weather Outlook With Clouds and Showers
The forecast calls for cloudy skies tonight and Saturday with a 20 percent rain chance. Tonight’s low near 40, Saturday’s high in the upper 50s. Yesterday’s high 51, overnight low 46. The extended outlook shows more cool, cloudy days Sunday and Monday with a chance of showers and warmer temps on Tuesday.
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