Inflation War Sparks Jobs Cuts and Public Worry
The piece laments NASA eliminating 50,000 jobs and the Defense Department 7,000 as a tactic to curb inflation and balance the budget. It argues widespread layoffs reduce purchasing power and harm the economy, urging corrective measures and broader consumer resilience. It reflects on historical lessons and calls for rational, fair pricing and quality in business.
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NASA
Defense Department
Downey
Nixon
Henry Lacayo
UAW
Increasing consumer discontent sparks calls for change
The piece cites a speech by postmaster general Winton Blount to the Anaheim Chamber of Commerce. He warns that rising consumer complaints and open rebellion threaten a revolution across American commerce, a sentiment the writer says reflects growing militancy among students and radicals.
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Anaheim
Chamber of Commerce
Winton M
Blount
America
Letters to the Editor on gun ethics and government control
The reader rejects labeling gun lovers as nuts while criticizing federal gun controls. The letter questions gun access for gangsters and hired killers, argues against licensing and ammo limits, and cites fears of increased government power. It references editor notes and local names.
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King
Kennedy
Man behind Railpax aims for better nation rail service
Anthony Haswell, modest heir to a department store fortune, chairs the National Association of Railway Passengers. A former Illinois Central attorney and longtime rail advocate, he helped spur federal interest in a national intercity network and played a role in reviving routes like the California Zephyr and the James Whitcomb Riley. He sees Railpax as a path to funding robust passenger service without demanding universal profitability, while noting the need for modernization and balanced policy.
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Haswell
Hardy
National Association of Railway Passengers
Limited
Nixon
Railpax
Dayton
Ohio
University of Wisconsin
Ilinois Central
Railroad
Interstate Commerce Commission
Louisiana
Nebraska
Vermont
ICC
NAR
Supreme Court
Congress
St. Louis
Kansas City
Anthony Haswell
Penn-Central
James Whitcomb Riley
Chicago
Indianapolis
Anthony Hanwell
Broadway Limited
Pait
Reds Win Praise for Africa Policy in Nigeria
Washington reports Russia used a low profile approach to influence Africa by aiding Nigeria against Biafran secession. Nigerian officials credit Moscow for helping the central government crush the secession, with Ambassador to Moscow citing Soviet assistance as decisive.
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Washington
Russia
Congo
Nigeria
Soviet Union
Moscow
U.S. African policy judged by Cold War shifts
The article analyzes American, Russian, and Chinese influence in Africa, noting the U.S. lag behind in Nigeria, Egypt, and the Mediterranean. It cites Nixon era dynamics, Rogers planned Central Africa trips, and historic Kennedy and Nasser interactions, framing a shift toward a lower U.S. profile versus Soviet and Chinese efforts.
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Katanga
Kennedy
Africa
Nixon
United States
China
Russia
Ghana
Kwame Nkrumah
Nkerumah
Nasser
Egypt
Israel
Aswan Dam
William P. Rogers
Central Africa
Nix
Sidewalk Senate Quotes on Property Taxes and Cars
A grocery manager favors property as a good investment noting it tends to rise though fluctuating. A college freshman praises taxes as a strong value, despite high rates, citing what they buy. A driver analyzes car choices, saying small cars are underpowered and large ones waste fuel.
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Mateo ‘Luna
Craig Timms
Dwayne Garber
What's the best, bargain asks in San Pedro
A San Pedro crowd discusses bargains and money sense. DON KIRKLAND suggests grapefruit juice as a healthy cheap buy. DIANNE SCULLY and others admit difficulty finding reliable investments and bargains. Some favor used goods. others seek safer payoffs amid risk.
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Dianne Scully
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