Senator Heinz asks constituents for views on taxes and spending
In a 140 000 respondent survey Senator Heinz learns that 31 percent see local property taxes as most unfair, followed by federal income tax at 25 percent and state income tax at 13 percent. Energy crisis seriousness, ERA ratification, and views on federal spending also surface amid calls to cut waste and avoid special interests.
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John Heinz
Pennsylvania
Frank M. Clark
Heinz
Inflation and taxes erode the weekly paycheck
The article contrasts rising prices with federal taxes, noting that a family of four earning 13 200 in 1970 would need 25 000 today to keep purchasing power. It cites increases in Social Security and income taxes, saying 9 200 has been eaten up since 1970 and blaming Carter era policy for the pain.
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Sands
Regulations raise year cost burdens on homes cars and hospitals
Federal rules last year added about $2,000 to the average home price and $660 to a new car, plus $22 to the average hospital bill. Former Assistant Secretary of the Treasury Murray L Weidenbaum remarks on regulatory impact.
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Secretary of the Treasury
Murray L Weidenbaum
New Castle News Highlights Regulatory Impact Study
A four year study on regulation effects is summarized by Weidenbaum in Reader's Digest. He warns of invisible costs from business failures, export shifts, productivity dips, and technologic gaps. Proposes an economic impact statement for new rules and periodic congressional agency reviews. Huntington Herald-Dispatch reports.
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Reader's Digest
Weidenbaum
U.S
Sands Poised To Lead New Castle Amid Uncertain Future
In New Castle, Angelo J. Sands prepares to take mayoral control during a fiscal pinch and strong expectations. He won both party nominations, pledges closer public-department scrutiny, and vows residents shall meet with department heads to raise issues.
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Angelo J. Sands
New Castle
Sands
Angelo Sands
Chuck McDevitt
John K. Manna
Open Letter Sparks Vietnam War Controversy
A public dispute over Vietnam Veterans Week surfaces with veterans praised for a flawed war and antiwar militants accusing Hanoi of brutality. Joan Baez signs a letter condemning human rights abuses in Vietnam, while others reflect on totalitarian regimes and the motives behind opposition to U.S. policy.
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Joan Baez
Hanoi
Baez and Co
South Vietnam
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Baez
Vietnam
A History Lesson on Cynicism in Vietnam and Beyond
A writer compares anti-social policies across regimes linking Nazi and Vietnamese practices. He recalls betrayals of nationalists, executions, reeducation centers, and refugee tragedies, noting Ho Chi Minh era tactics and war crimes echoes. The piece ends urging anti war militants to honor those who resisted such terror.
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Vietnam
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Strictly Personal Voice Seeks Unpredictable Authority
A columnist argues that reliance on traditional authorities falters and urges seeking an unpredictable voice to persuade on budget cuts. He notes the ease of harming the poor and unorganized when trimming programs, warning that price supports and subsidies are rarely targeted.
Compassionate Conservatives Voice From Wall Street
The Voice urges humane fiscal policy to reduce inflation and improve investment in salvageable lives through targeted, community based institutions. Peter Peterson of Lehman Brothers champions compassionate conservatism, arguing for action over mere sentiment and warning against harsh welfare approaches.
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Wall Street
Peter Peterson
Lehman Brothers Kuhn Loeb Co
Memorizing Bible verses for children is worthwhile
Billy Graham says memorization helps children, shaping faith over time. With sensitive, natural learning, memory can strengthen later spiritual understanding and keep verses ready in trouble. Involve the whole family and model loving God to guide persistent, loving study.
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Call to trim school admin to ease 90 mill tax load
The writer criticizes the May 31 budget reveal showing 90 mills the county’s highest, urging abolition of excess administration including superintendent principal and assistant. They call for cuts to deflate deficits and warn of taxpayer pushback if millage stays.
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the News
John Lying
Horchler
Union
Governor's edict provokes minister over homosexuality week
Pastor James Hockenberry of Bethel Baptist Church condemns a state governor's proclamation for the week of June 24 as promoting homosexualism. He argues the sin described in Romans 1 24 32 remains unchanged and calls for adherence to biblical standards.
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James Hockenberry
Bethel Baptist Church
Man Refuses $625 Pay Rise Over Inflation Concerns
William Vasilakes of Grand Forks North Dakota rejected a $625 salary increase from his $14,000 yearly teaching job. He says the move is for conscience and inflation awareness. The school board praised him while a local union preferred pay cuts for executives to curb inflation.
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William Vasilakes
Grand Forks
N.D
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