OECD Sets International Trade Study
Twenty three nations formed a high level trade study group to curb protectionism and lower tariff barriers. Secretary Rogers urged cooperation while Nixon moved to ease restrictions with Red China and loosen grain export rules. Lockheed loan fights and CIA cargo jet contract reform also loom as Penn Central projects larger losses in 1971.
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New York
William P. Rogers
Organization For Economic Cooperation and Development
Nixon
Red China
U.S
Russia
Communist East Europe
Nebraska cattlemen urged self sufficiency to boost economy
Gov. J J Exon warned Nebraska cattle growers at a joint Stock Growers and Sandhills Cattle Association banquet that the state risks economic harm from the Southwest unless stock cattle supply rises. He cited nearly two million head imported in 1968 and said self sufficiency by 1971 could add about 300 million dollars to the economy. The meeting also heard calls for tax exemptions on agri business property, higher federal Meat Inspection Act funding, and possible wage increases for agricultural workers. Gracie Ann Cherry, 18, of Morrill was named Miss Nebraska Stock Grower 1972.
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Grand Island
Neb
J. J. Exon
Nebraska
Southwest
Nebraska Stock Growers and Sandhills Cattle Association
Exon
Dave Martin
R-Neb
Martin
Sandhills Cattle Association
Kenneth O'Hare
Ainsworth
Jim Korger
Cody
Richard White Burwistle
Ewing
Merlin Carlson
Lodgepole
Wesley Hanson
North Platte
Gracie Ann Cherry
Morrill
Shrewd Chinese Will Test US Businessmen
Washington AP reports the Commerce Department advises US firms on dealing with mainland China after the Nixon embargo end. The piece notes Chinese negotiators are strict, emphasize contracts, and warn of vague wording. It stresses patience and respect for Chinese customs as key to future trade success. In San Diego AP notes Baja Coaster hovercraft service links to Tijuan a with 60 mph speed, 13 miles, 15 minutes, $4.75, per National Tourist Council.
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Washington
China
Commerce Department
Commerce Today
Nixon
U.S
San Diego
Tijquana
National Tourist Council
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