Proposition 13 and tax cuts to spark growth in America
The piece argues California’s Proposition 13 tax cuts boosted the economy, supporting broader federal tax cuts. Citing Fortune and others, it highlights income growth, higher consumer spending, housing gains, a lower California price index, faster employment growth, and a $3 billion budget surplus. It advocates Reagan tax plans and urges congressional action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Reagan
California
Fortune
Foundation
America
University of Southern California
Arthur N. Laffer
Laffer
Dr. Laffer
Belgrade visit reveals Yugoslav socialism’s distinct path
An Iraqi oilman in Belgrade observes Yugoslavia’s unique system, with a six member party presidency after Tito. The country appears relatively free compared to the Soviet bloc, boasting private farms, self managed businesses, and consumer abundance. Tito’s memory pervades daily life, churches revive, and nonaligned stance remains vital in public discourse.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Belgrade
Yugoslavia
Communist Party
Josip Broz Tito
Soviet Union
Poland
Europe
New York
Tito
Josef Stalin
Asell
Party
Dubrovnik
Pavte Lukat
Sarajevo
Parest
SS Stephen's Cathedral
Zagreb
Franjo Kubarich
Copley
Tobacco ads aimed at youths undercut health warnings says FTC study
Washington based report cites internal industry documents showing cigarette makers sought to hook youth, downplay cancer risks, and mislead the public. The 1975 Brown & Williamson ad plan urged portraying smoking as adult initiation, while Salem marketing tied brand images to young adults. DEA warns LSD could surge again with weaker doses and urban sources, noting 18 tablet designs and 26 blotter styles amid a 1978 73 period.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Federal Trade Commission
FTC
Tony Capacelo
Yankelovich, Skel- White
Brown & William 290 Tobacco Corp
Brown & Williamson
RJ. Reynolds Tohsteo Company
Salem
Association of Salem
Drug Enforcement Administration
DEA
New York City
Chicago
Far West
Haight-Ashbury
San Francisco
Letters to the Editor on Films and Parental Rules
A Frederick reader laments violent movie options such as Friday the 13th and Texas Chainsaw Massacre and argues parents should restrict teens by budgeting and home viewing. The letter praises HBO as a workaround and urges cleaner, less sensational cinema to protect youths.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lauren Bacall
Michael Bein
Atlanta
Frederick
HBO
Mt Tabor Church Centennial Poem and Notes
A fragment from a centennial celebration at Mt Tabor Church recounts welcome visits by Bishop Wertz and Superintendent Starnes, plus a Reagan family letter. The piece includes a hundredth anniversary poem by Vivian Howes praising faith, community, and future growth at the Damascus church on Sweepstakes Road, 007.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. Frederick Wertz
Washington Area
Thomas Starnes
Washington West District
Reagan
Vivian Howes
Wells from Files of the News Post June 22 1991
Wells failed to pass a $30,000 town reservoir bond issue in Myersville amid drought and cost concerns. A Sunday evening service in Baker Park opened a summer series for Frederick churches. Brunswick Chamber elected officers and launched a membership campaign. Independent Hose Company bought a 7500 gallon tank and an International truck from an army surplus center. Civinette Club joined a statewide Multiple Sclerosis Telethon, providing volunteers and refreshments. Frederick resident Nicholas Yinger announced finding an archaic atlatl fragment, an ancient weapon predating the bow and arrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Myersville
Independent Hose Company
Melvin Kwearing
Civinette Club
Frederick
Baltimore
Irving Ramsburg
William 5. Hood
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Fortune Magazine
The
Securities Industry Foundation For Economic Education
John Pinkerman
Jack Anderson
Golden Gate
Utah
Colorado
Oregon
Dale van Atta
Satire Syndicate
Rine
Olivia Crane
P.O. Box
Mount Tabor
MT. Tabor
Jesus
Tam
Wells
News
Baker Park
Presbyterian Church
Charles E. Webler
Brunswick Chamber of Commerce
Howard M. Jones
William
Shannon
Fanny
George
Dr. Watson
Jones H. ‘Pont
C.S. Nicodemus
C.P. Eara
Esp
Orrison
Myer Kaplan
John B. Punk
Nicholas Yinger
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