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Newspaper
Press Telegram
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1973
Page
7
Editorial argues Congressman Glenn Andersons plan to tax cars under 20 mpg and increase by 1975 to 25 mpg is unlikely to work. It notes that market competition already drives fuel efficiency, and taxes could conflict with existing anti pollution measures and punish rotary engines while failing to curb consumption.
Spyris Markezinis, sworn in as Greece premier, leads the first all civilian cabinet since the 1967 dictatorship. He seeks a gradual shift to democracy, pledges to resign if elections fail fairness, and vows government power from the will of the people while a constitutional court controls party access to parliament.
A Long Beach reader lauds the nonpartisan Common Cause movement led by John Gardiner as a spur for citizen participation, countering James Kilpatrick’s critique in Det. 12. Other letters urge cleaning up gambling and prostitution along the Pacific Coast Highway, while a commentator argues against a national Mary holiday, calling for historically notable figures instead.
A profile notes Senator William Proxmire's strict, frugal routine. He runs daily, maintains a rigorous exercise plan, strict diet, and avoids alcohol or smoking. The piece mentions his muggings, faith in fitness, and a strained personal life with his younger wife separated.
A minute by minute account of Vice President Agnew's resignation drama unfolds in a Baltimore courtroom. Judah Best and White House aides negotiate a settlement with Attorney General Richardson and others, coordinating with Kissinger and Haig as Agnew pleads nolo contendere to tax charges.
A satirical tape parody quotes an unnamed voice mockingly discussing politics and reforms. The spoof references Nixon, the White House, and potential appointments while lampooning a wish for open discussion versus public release of conversations.
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