Paise Two Editorial Foul Ball From Senate Hearing
In a Senate hearing the Wall Street Journal reports Housing and Urban Development chief Patricia Harris testifies on urban development grants. Sen Henry Bellmon asks why Oklahoma City was not funded, Harris cites nonqualification due to a healthy tax base, arguing the program helps rebuild tax bases. Bellmon complains that good cities are being punished.
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Senate
Wall Street Journal
Patricia Harris
Sen
Henry Bellman
Oklahoma
Oklahoma City
Harris
Bellmon
Why elect a Secretary of State at all in New York
A 1978 column criticizes New York City's finances and federal aid reliance while debating the appointment of the Secretary of State. It notes Elwin Shanahan’s resignation, Jack Brier’s appointment, and argues for an appointed, not elected, office due to its clerical, non policy role. It contrasts perceived political favoritism with efficiency and accountability.
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New York City
Elwin Shanahan
Robert Bennett
Jack Brier
Shanahan
Brier
Frank J. Ryan
Food Price Outlook Stuns Some Economic Analysts
AP Business analysis by John Cunniff notes rising food costs with first quarter gains over 16 percent annualized and beef at 1.89 per pound as of May 11. Higher prices, slower income growth, rising interest rates, and potential mortgage rate increases loom, with recession odds discussed but not guaranteed.
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John Cunniff
NEW York
Agriculture Department
National Cattlemen's Association
Sunburn prevention and care letter to Dr Thesteson
A reader asks how to prevent sunburn this summer and the best time for sun exposure for sensitive skin. They seek recommendations on protective lotions and how long a burn typically lasts, addressed to Dr Thesteson.
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Dr. Thesteson
R.K
Sun safety and sunburn prevention guidance from Dr Thosteson
Practical sun exposure tips emphasize early and late day limits in temperate zones, caution near water reflections, and gradual exposure. Guidance covers sunscreen ingredients like PABA, benzophenone, titanium dioxide, application timing, and risks of overheating. Includes reader letters on urology, mumps immunity, migraines, and a prayer noting spiritual reflections.
New TV shows vie for fall lineup dominance
AP reports ABC NBC CBS plan 21 new series for 1977 1978 season. ABC leads with 12 comedies, CBS nine, NBC two. spring returns include Dallas and Runaway. New programs feature Happy Days rivals Laverne and Shirley, Paper Chase, Coast to Coast, Flying High and other aviation and political themed shows.
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Jay Sharbutt
Los Angeles
Las Vegas
ABC
NBC
CBS
Dallas
Washington
Jack Albertson
TV Tonight and a Patchwork of 1978–79 TV Lineup
A cluttered TV guide lists Tonight Show, Muppet Show, Laverne and Shirley, Three's Company, and a slate of specials hosted by Barbara Walters and Dan Haggerty. It previews fall schedules including MASH rematches, Wonder Woman, Battle Star Galactica, WKRP in Cincinnati, and NBCs W.E.B. plus various live events and sports.
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Laverne
Shirley Laverne
Shirley
Frank
Edna Babish
Joker's
WILD @ THREE
Jack Trip
Crystal Gayla
Eddy Arnold
Grand Ole Opry
Nashville
Amion T
Hose
Roger Miller
Ray Price
Janie Fricke
Eddie Rabbitt
Seattle SuperSonica
Washington Bullets
Bartleby
Scrivener Horowitz
Herman Melville
Scrivener
Wall Street
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National Association of Purchasing Executives
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Claude Frazier
Jesus
Dai
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Mary Tyler Moore
Howard Gunningham
Fonzie
Ban Haggerty
THE
Dan Haggerty
the Cremors
Madame Bugrimova
He Mircus
Gregory Peck
Jane Ayman
National Geographic Treasure
Florida Kays
Mel Fisher
Phillipe Charboneau
America
Philip Kent
Carter
Roy
Curtis
Teddy
Barbara Walters
Arbara Walters
Burt Reynolds
Muhammad Ali
Michael Landon
Mormon Youth Symphony Orchestra
George M. Cohan
Aaron Copland
Stephen Foster
Leonard Bernstein
Tim
France
Faane
Natalia
Ican Ballet Theatre
Chi Papers
Charles Bronson
Ohnny Carson
Robert Blake
von Waxdeck
Medical Center
Columba
Columbo
Rais
Peter Falk
Jose Ferrer
Kojak
Tom Snyder
Christopher Lee
Merv Griffin
Robert Wagner
John Lund
Groucho
Comedy
WKRP
Cincinnati
W.E.B
TAB
Capra
Cedar
Ottawa
Kansas
Robert B. Wellington
Associated Press
Walt Disney
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Walt Ovanay
Time Magazine
Franklin Savings Association
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Santa Fe
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