Statewide sales tax plan alarms business and consumers
The prospect of a state sales tax studied by Governor Rockefeller faces strong opposition from business and residents. Critics warn it would impose high compliance costs, deter new retail locations, and hit lower income and fixed income groups hardest, while the governor pushes for higher spending and municipal aid. Proposals favor increasing income and luxury taxes as fairer finance options.
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Rockefeller
New York
Mr. Rockefeller
France jails seven over bystander duty in Samaritan case
A Nice magistrate jailed seven people in a case where bystanders did not assist a dying 17 year old in a knife attack. The court actions invoke a French law penalizing voluntary abstention from helping those in danger. The piece contrasts with New York and U S practice, noting medical malpractice and consent issues for doctors.
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Nice
France
New York
Catherine Genovese
U. S
Viewpoints of Other Editors AT FRANK MERRIWELL ANONYMOUS U
Commentary on Notre Dame film censorship and a New York court injunction prompts debate on free speech and use of institutional names in fiction Justice Greenberg’s ruling raises questions about property rights and satire while referencing imagined names and real universities Also includes a health tip urging brisk walking to prevent venous conditions tying the column to editorials and lifestyle advice
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Frank Merriwell
Christian Science Monitor
Notre Dame
Justice Greenberg
Mary McCarthy
Vassar
Yale
Old Eli
Tarzan
Einstein
Health as Seen By Dr. Brady
Dr Brady answers health questions through this column with emphasis on posture and circulation. He mocks long standing, suggests standing on your head or imaginary cycling for relief, and promotes breathing exercises as a path to better posture and circulation. He offers inexpensive lessons and a special booklet to readers interested in natural breathing and posture.
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Brady
Gracy
William Brady
Paladium Times
Political platform should catch eye and win votes
A columnist argues Republicans must appeal to grass roots voters with practical promises over abstract ideology. Voters care about wages, buying power, roads, crime, education, defense, and peace. Complex platforms and Ivy League rhetoric fail to persuade by focusing on everyday living and concrete improvements.
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David Lawrence
Washington
Lyndon Johnson
America
Didate
Congress
Republican Party
Captain and crew abandon sinking freighter voyage
Captain Frederick W. Mohle and three crewmen left the crippled 459 foot freighter Smith Voyager after more than 24 hours of attempting to keep the 7,600 ton vessel afloat. The hull split at the seam under grain cargo pressure as the ship rode atop 2,000 fathoms of Atlantic waves, 780 miles southeast of Bermuda.
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New York
Smith Voyager
Atlantic
Frederick W. Mohle
Bermuda
Fat Men Find Greatest Joy In Christmas Season
Hal Boyle reflects on how the overweight man becomes a symbol of cheer during Christmas. Public adulation hides inner loneliness as the fat man performs for crowds, enjoying festive indulgence while knowing the post holiday moderation will return.
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New York
Santa Claus
Ambu
An Editor's Moment Of Meditation
An editor calls for open minds and the Holy Spirit to reveal the vast wonder of the world and divinity. The plea seeks inspiration to create and aid one another in life’s adventures toward universal application of the Golden Rule. It asks redeeming love to overtake all and calls for self scrutiny, renewed faith, and communal rejoicing in faith and love.
Democrats seek rule changes to empower House majority
Washington reports that about 100 members of the Liberal Democratic Study Group back a majority rule for the House. They urge committee reshuffles reported to caucus for approval, aim to reduce signatures needed to discharge a bill, and seek stronger leadership. The plan challenges seniority run committees and could alter chairmanships.
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Andrew Tully Washington
Democratic Party
House of Representatives
Liberal Democratic Study Group
House
Capitol Hill
Ways and Means
House Power to Take Up Bills After 21 Days
The proposal grants the House a majority vote to bring a bill to the floor if the Rules Committee does not clear it within 21 days, reflecting common sense and a mechanism to advance legislation. The recommendation similarly supports giving the House authority by majority vote in response to clearance delays.
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House
Rules Committee
Public cooperates in Xmas mailing says Gronouski
Washington AP Ameri cans have shown unprecedented public cooperation in Christmas mailing this year and packages will be delivered by Christmas Eve says Postmaster General John A Gronouski A record of 7 billion pieces of Christmas mail will be delivered by Thursday night Last year's figure was under 7 billion
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Washington
John A. Gronouski
Worker mindset saves six hearts slam in contract bridge
In Becker's column, a six heart contract is saved by careful planning after West yields clubs. By playing spades, diamonds, and ruffing, the defense is neutralized and the slam is made. The key is anticipating distributions and discarding to clear the path for trump runs.
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West
East
North
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