Grain embargo debated as Reagan weighs next moves this week
A guest editorial argues Reagan should decide this week whether to lift the grain embargo on the Soviet Union. Lifting would honor farmers. keeping it signals linkage to the Kremlin and detente. The piece notes the embargo reduced Soviet feed grain imports in 1980 and warns opponents to show lasting benefits to justify continued restriction.
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Public opposition urged to Roswell rate hike proposal
Roswell residents are urged to contact the State Public Commission to oppose a proposed telephone rate hike. The letter questions why Roswell would pay higher rates than other cities and notes the Limited Service option some states offer with a fixed monthly minimum and a 65 call limit.
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A Mature U S Stance After Iran Hostage Crisis
In a measured view after hostages are freed and assets unfrozen, the United States should remain distant and aloof toward Iran. While resentment and calls for retaliation exist, any harm to Iran risks self harm, and future engagement should wait until a new Iranian leadership seeks normalized ties and stability.
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State and federal role in gas controls sparks debate
Gov John F Simms attacks rising federal involvement in natural gas regulation while county agent Al Woodburn calls for cotton price competitiveness. Prairie Extension Club hears club management talk. local events include a Bobby Burns orchestra dance at the Elks Club and Roswell Hi 5181 Book Club meeting. Bobby Cates leads the drama group.
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al Woodburn
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Oscar Kunkel
Prairie Extension Club
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Ava Bobby Burns
Elks Club
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Bobby Cates
Big Oil profits soar while U.S. taxes shrink
Jack Anderson reports that major oil firms reduce income tax burden via foreign tax credits tied to royalties paid to foreign governments. IRS study shows 39 oil majors earned $36.5 billion in profit after allowances, yet paid about $2.5 billion in income taxes with $15 billion in foreign tax credits claimed.
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Dale van Atta
U.S
Safire Meese Taming Bureaucracy in Reagan Era
William Safire argues the early Reagan administration hides a centralized drive to reshape government. Cabinet meetings tighten control while subCabinet vacancies and a White House staffed freeze curb agency voices. Stockman and Meese emerge as power brokers shaping policy despite outward calm.
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Reagan performance in dress rehearsal draws mixed reviews
The 1981 press conference showed improvisation over script and hesitant command as President Reagan faced questions on the Soviet grain embargo defense budget and human rights. Analysts note the administration appears more conservative and vocal, with unclear home and foreign policy coherence.
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