States consider welfare cuts amid financial strain
A federal HEW survey shows 22 states implementing or eyeing welfare reductions as budget stress grows. The report notes cuts up to 20 percent in 10 states with 12 more candidates, while only four states plus D C report increases. New York and Minnesota are named as leaders in expansion.
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National Women's Political Caucus Aims for Women Candidates
A UPI report says the National Women's Political Caucus will recruit and train women to run for local state and national offices. Prominent figures like Betty Friedan and Lucy Wilson Benson back the effort to boost female political participation amid low representation in governorships, Senate, and House seats.
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Winter Fur Style Ad From 1971
An advertisement promotes inexpensive machine washable faux furs for winter. It highlights deep lush pile in navy brown and berry, features gold tone buttons and patch pockets, and lists price 18.99 with sizes 4-6x and 7-14.
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