Federal auto emission standards set for 1975 deadline
A federal agency mandates auto emission standards by 1975 while auto makers oppose. New York workers on skyscrapers and Californian builders must wear hard hats under new rules. Lawrence must adopt a national building code to keep federal neighborhood funds. Los Angeles grapples with severe smog from auto pollution. Ottawa households show little concern over car pollution.
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New York City
California
Lawrence
Los Angeles
Ottawa
No Always and No Never Rule Says Builder’s Sky Is Limit
A crusty city editor’s remark warns against blanket national codes and rigid bureaucratic rules. The text argues that uniform standards ignore local conditions, risking overreach by federal rules and harming builders and communities.
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Lawrence
Uncle Sam
Broad Asian peace conference urged by Sen Pearson
Kansas Senator James Pearson proposes a broadly based Asian peace conference under United Nations sponsorship to ease Asia’s conflicts. The piece doubts the plan will work, arguing Russia and Red China could force a Vietnam ceasefire by halting war supplies, though they rarely do so. It recalls Khrushchev’s warning and notes the ongoing toll of small wars and economic strain.
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Sen
James Pearson
Kansas
Asia
United Nations
Vietnam
Russia
Red China
Domestic Stimulation and Oil Prices in a Global Context
The piece argues gas prices will stay steadier due to international power dynamics after a 15 percent oil shipment rise approved by the administration. It notes domestic oil production lags demand, dampening wildcatting incentives, and warns that reliance on foreign supplies may force higher costs or boosted domestic exploration.
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Middle East
Latin America
Phlebitis Letters Explain Prolonged Recovery
Mrs J R writes to Dr Thesteson about her husband’s six week layoff due to phlebitis in his left leg. She notes he is under medical care and questions why recovery takes so long. The doctor replies that duration varies and may depend on the patient’s type of work.
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Dr. Thesteson
To Your Good Health and Medical Q&A Notes
A health column covers phlebitis causes and treatment including elastic supports and bed rest, and cautions about smoking and complete physical exams for underlying disorders. It also answers questions on pregnancy risks with withdrawal, mid cycle timing, colon polyps cancer risk, and ends with a prayer text.
Wheat acreage set aside details delayed to July
Washington AP reports that despite producer pressure the Agriculture Department will delay releasing operating details of the 1973 wheat acreage set aside program until July. ASCS deputy administrator Glenn A. Weir said field officials will meet next month to review plans and the agency will disclose as much as possible when announced. He noted a closer look at the winter wheat crop and possible extra options for reducing production may be considered.
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Washington
Agriculture Department
Agricultural Stabilization and Conservation Service
Glenn A. Weir
ASCS
Weir
Wheat program details pressed by producers for 1973 plan
Farm Roundup notes could be deferred beyond July per Weir. Wheat producer groups press for full operating details of the 1973 wheat program to help winter wheat growers plan. Winter wheat dominates U.S. production. last year the USDA set a 1972 wheat set aside in July, later adjusted.
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Weir
USDA
Wheat set as idled acres and 1972 73 outlooks
USDA plans set aside rules for 1972 and 1973 crops capping idled wheat acreage at 15 million. In 1972 about 20.3 million acres were taken from production under set aside, with five million more under late season voluntary arrangements. Despite a weaker winter outlook, total U.S. wheat output is expected to exceed domestic needs, aided by an assumed 1.5 billion bushels from spring wheat.
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U.S
USDA
Things We Could All Do Without Fun List
New York opinion column lampoons common irritants from guns to vermouth and dentst to polluting Fountain of Youth. A humorous roll call of everyday annoyances and absurdities, including TV bullfights, inside straights in poker, muddy wheels, and stockyard odors.
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New York
Connally New No 2 Speculation Sparks 1972 VP Talk
President Nixon praises Connally as a strong economic leader and hints at a possible bid for second place on the 1972 Republican ticket. Agnew questions his own willingness to serve as No 2 and suggests others could offer greater appeal. Connally resigns from Treasury after 18 months, saying he has no political ambitions yet remains open to national service.
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Washington
Nixon
Treasury
John B. Connally
Spiro T. Agnew
Connally
Texas
Agnew
University of Maine
White House
Nellie
Ancient Tree TV Special Showcases Kenya Baobab Lifework
NBC aired a nature special on the African baobab tree in Kenya, narrated by Orson Welles. Alan and Joan Root filmed nesting birds, hornbills, and other wildlife using time lapse and glass over a hollow trunk, while CBS covered Nixon’s Russia visit with a state-of-the-nation briefing.
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New York
NBC
Kenya
Orson Welles
Alan
Joan Root
CBS
Glen Campbell
Nixon
Russia
U.S
Charles
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Jeff's Collie
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Daniel Boone
Dick van Dyke
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Room 222
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Alias Smith and Jones
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Parnmcency
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