Merv Griffin Looks Back On Rise From TV Singer to Host
Hollywood AP recalls Merv Griffin's early career from singing Beach umbrella songs to becoming a late night host. He discusses early ratings pressure chasing Carson and his leap to Las Vegas and television, noting his 19 years in TV and the shift from performer to talk show host.
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Gasping Breath and Sobs at Fitness Class Trial
A Chicago writer describes his reluctant start at fitness classes as he endures 45 minutes of jumping jacks pushups and running. He faces gasping breaths soaked in sweat and questions why thinness cannot be achieved overnight while imagining the couch and TV call him home.
Self education options for the small investor
A survey finds 72 percent of analysts doubt advisory quality for small investors. Solutions include trial subscriptions, dedicated investment publications, and using Standard & Poor's Stock Guide provided by brokers to compare firms. Seek information from firms serving retail clients and consider products backing ideas from daily life.
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Old Westerns Reflect Silent Majority Mood In Nielsen Ratings
The Nixon era silent majority may align with TV tastes as Gunsmoke and Bonanza top ratings. Both shows, long running and family oriented, emphasize tradition, honor, and virtue, signaling viewers over 30 seek comfort in frontier values.
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Reservation Largest PHOENIX
The Navajo Indian Reservation spans about 14.5 million acres across Arizona New Mexico and Utah. It is nearly as large as West Virginia and stands as the nation’s biggest reservation.
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