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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1971
Page
3
A humorously candid remark from Los Angeles Mayor Sam Yorty praises the FBI and jokes about tapping his line, reflecting a moment of light political color. The quote highlights trust in federal investigators and a mayoral persona comfortable with blunt commentary.
The piece argues embargoes on China show mixed results. It notes US actions since 1950 and NATO limits on strategic trade, China’s growing trade with the world reaching 1.4 billion in exports and 1.7 billion in imports in 1969, and warnings that embargoes can boost domestic self sufficiency while yielding unpredictable political effects. It cites Rhodesia and Ethiopia, Spain, and suggests embargoes are politically potent but economically uncertain without force.
Beginning July 12, supermarkets advertising sales must keep adequate stocks to meet reasonable demand per an FTC ruling. Chains cannot cite not all items available in all stores to dodge the rule or rely on rain checks. The ruling may curb discounts by making stores wary of perishables and warehouse stock, potentially reducing bargains for consumers.
The United Presbyterian Church faced a heated General Assembly debate over a $10,000 grant from the Council on Church and Race to Angela Davis for her legal defense. Critics warn the move could jeopardize future contributions and fuel calls for greater local autonomy within the denomination.
Fragmented reader text shows advertising rate figures and subscription terms. Mentions mail rates and three month prices with unclear figures, plus references to a Raleigh register and Atlanta depot delivery context. No clear event or person details beyond generic ad rate terms.
Sheldon Solow of New York plans a 50 story radically designed office tower despite mid-Manhattan having over 10 million square feet of vacant space. He predicts rents will rise in two years though many firms have left Manhattan. He cites housing and rent control as keys to future demand and notes Seagram Building remains a benchmark.
Shell Oil confirms a 35 million dollar move of its headquarters from New York City to Houston. About 2,450 workers relocate, 41 stay behind. the plan aims to cut costs and improve employee morale despite dislocation.
Pittsburgh safety advocate Zeella pushes for mandatory safety glazing in doors after reports of fatal cuts from ordinary glass. He cites 225000 injuries last year and calls for laws in Ohio Michigan and Massachusetts, aiming for 60 percent population coverage.
Lee Mueller profiles Maurice Carrere of Maxim's Paris and his view that bon vivants are rare in America. The piece traces the term from luxury clubs to American prosperity, noting Carrere's New York La Foret venture and his connections with global elites.
A 1961- era speculative tale notes humanity's pollution denial and a doomed plan to evacuate to a pristine planet. As 1981 nears, power shortages and failing technology doom the space mission, the alarm clock signaling a mundane workday.
French President Pompidou says Western Europe is serious about marriage to the common market and warns against changing allies like film stars. He asserts that if Britain marries the market, the union should be forever and not a series of quick engagements.
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