Arizona tax debate eyed as homeowners face higher bills
State officials warn tax collections will fall short next year and a property tax hike on homes is widely considered. Some urge shifting burden to higher income brackets or adopting a true tax equalization plan that charges mines utilities and large industries, easing homeowners and funding schools.
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Wilbur Mills loses chairmanship amid tax reform fallout
The article recalls Wilbur Mills powerful Ways and Means control, his resignation to dry out after a scandal with Fanny, and his replacement by Al Ullman. Reform hopes fade as lobbyists water down a plan to raise 2.6 billion, including a 15 million rebate for Ross Perot, while Congress and the President seek political capital during a recession.
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Swedish Yuletide energy lessons for Americans
Energy expert Lee Schipper compares Sweden and the United States noting Swedes use similar energy during 13 days of Christmas as Americans do in one day. He cites mass transit passes, reuse of decorations, recyclable bottles, and home crafts as key habits. He promotes durable manufactured goods, energy efficient appliances, and minimal electricity use during holidays to create jobs, cut pollution, and reduce fuel cost growth.
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Uncle Sam
Lee Schipper
University of California
Energy and Resources Program
Berkeley
Stockholm
Schipper
Schiffer
Full China relations urged by U S China friendship group
The U S China Peoples Friendship Association urges President Ford to normalize relations with the People's Republic of China. It calls for removing U S forces from Taiwan, abrogating the 1954 mutual defense treaty, and ceasing Chiang regime recognition. Gallup shows 61 percent favor normalization. JAN AND STEVE MacKINNON U S China Peoples Friendship Association of Phoenix
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Festival of Nations Celebrated in Eldorado Park
Scottsdale hosted the Festival of Nations on November 16 in Eldorado Park. City praise went to the committee and Parks and Recreation Department staff for their cheerful cooperation and community sponsorship, highlighting exemplary teamwork.
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Ford China trip cools as Kissinger downsized visit
Washington learned Kissinger advised trimming President Ford's China journey to four days with fewer ceremonies to avoid angering Beijing and signaling weakness to the Soviets. The plan shift aimed to show continued U.S. relations at a high level while avoiding missteps in Peking.
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