19 Jun 1968
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Newspaper
Port Angeles Evening News
Location
Port Angeles, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1968
Page
1
The letter argues higher taxes raise production costs and prices, citing regulated utilities and corporations. It notes after tax profits limit rate increases, and taxes affect hiring salaries. It warns surtax could fuel spending and inflation, questioning budget discipline and long term fiscal restraint. Port Angeles reader W H Lathrop signs with Route 2 Port Angeles.
A Port Angeles letter writer defends citizens who backed local efforts, questions teacher influence on policy, and rails at a new senior high principal. The piece cites fundraising for extra curriculars and space, student education, and the prospects of another levy. Disgust and pride mingle as residents seek clarity on governance.
Congress weighs a 10 percent surtax aimed at curbing inflation, despite President Johnson's assertion of its effectiveness. The measure would hit take home pay as the social security tax rises, affecting millions of workers and potentially becoming a wage lever in bargaining.
The Supreme Court barred immediate executions of nine death row inmates in Washington and four other states pending state court review. It halted the 1965 killings case involving Antonio Wheat and Arthur Aiken, among others, while reconsidering capital punishment eligibility and jury selection standards.
AP analysis says Americans donate about 14.6 billion in 1967 to religion education arts hospitals and the poor with 11.1 billion from individuals. Volunteering, about 56 million Americans, supports causes and Peace Corps shows broad civic involvement.
HAL BOYLE in New York notes diet humor that hits on vanity and self control. People on a diet endure jibes about pounds, chins, jogging, hypnosis, and a ritual struggle to resist food temptations with punchy one liners.
In Washington AP report outlines proposed constitutional amendments to lower voting age, limit presidential terms, abolish the electoral college, and create a single nationwide primary. Lead sponsor Majority Leader Mike Mansa with co sponsor Sen. George D. Aiken. Also notes a $631 million cut request for foreign aid and a Senate Commerce subcommittee discussion on aircraft noise.
Attorney General Ramsey Clark told the United States Conference of Mayors that policing ranks second only to the presidency in difficulty. He urged higher pay and standards to attract top professionals, citing low rookie wages and inadequate education levels as ongoing problems in many cities. He warned poor protection risks a slide toward fear and control and urged cities to invest in qualified officers for public safety.
Auditors and treasurers from 39 counties met in Port Angeles for their annual joint convention. State officials from Olympia and national figures were scheduled as speakers and panelists, marking the second such gathering in two months. County commissioners engineers and planning directors also attended, highlighting Clallam County as the host. Welcome to the delegates as weather cooperates.
Fourth in a series describes marijuana from East Indian hemp seed and how it is processed into reefers or cigarettes. It details effects such as dilated pupils, bloodshot eyes, and altered behavior, warning that even small doses can erode willpower and provoke criminal acts. Emphasizes education and enforcement as remedies.
On June 19 various historical notes include the Savannah completing the first Atlantic steamboat crossing to Liverpool in 1819 and Roanoke abandoning the first English settlement in America in 1586. Other items mention the Albany congress of 1754, the Black Hole of Calcutta incident, Maximilian's execution, the FCC’s creation, and Rosenbergs’ execution. A 1963- era context covers Kennedy civil rights push and Kosygin’s U.N. stance. A Denver AP report notes color TVs with radiation above safe standards in a Health Physics Society meeting.
Cincinnati AP reports Nick Cole received a mail note from an elderly aunt with only his name and a Cincinnati phone number. He gave his address, and the clerk sent the letter next day. The piece accompanies an Evening News opinion page description, publishing policies, and 1966 subscription rates.
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