Unemployment Insights From a 1970s Report
The AP surveys explain how the January jobless rate is measured and what it means for workers. It notes 6.5 million unemployed amid 91.7 million in the labor force, with higher rates among women and teens and highlights extended benefits, food stamps, and welfare as buffers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert A. Dokim
Washington
Labor Department
Congress
United Auto Workers
Chrysler
General Motors
Bureau of Labor Statistics
John Wregger
Bureau
Unemployment Offices Hire Extra Workers Nationwide
The rising unemployment rate spurred a job boom at state unemployment offices. Officials report staff increases from Colorado to New York City as federal programs boost workload, with total hires reflecting a sharp rise in claims and jobless benefits nationwide.
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Louibe Cook
Associated Press
Raymond Hope
Colorado
Hope
Unem
Labor Department
New York State Labor Department
New York City
Cheyenne
Wyo
Harold Balger
Employment Security Commission
Phoenix
Ariz
Pen Pal Help Sought For Eight Year Old in Hagerstown
A reader asks World Pen Pals Association in Minneapolis to match an eight year old with a pen pal after watching a Pink Panther Show. The note seeks assistance and confirms a desire to receive mail from a correspondent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Higmatter
Hagerstown
World Pen Pals Association
World Affairs Center
Minnneapolis
Minn
Plumbing journeyman license process outlined by Md board
In a reader query from Boonsboro Md H O L seeks journeyman plumbing status. The Maryland State Reciprocal Form was filed Oct 19 1974 with the State Board of Commissioners of Practical Plumbing. Applicant sent photos letters and an $8 check which was cashed. department notes delays due to examinations and Christmas while the board checks work history and hours and the plumber's investigator will advise on extra requirements and potential $5 refund if any.
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Maryland
State Board of Commissioners of Practical Plumbing
H.O.L
Boonsboro
Department of Licensing and Regulations
Unwanted Mail Sparks Help Line Advice
Readers vent about solicitations from St Labre Indian School North Shore Animal League and Easter Seals. The column explains mail preference steps, unordered merchandise rules, and how to remove names, plus checks on the two organizations. It notes actions at Action Line for more info.
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Direct
East 48Rd St
New York
N.Y
St. Labre Indian School
North Shore Animal League
Maryland and Pennsylvania Lottery Results Reported
AP notes multiple Maryland and Pennsylvania lottery outcomes. Maryland lists 604213 as the $50 000 round winner and 62058 as the millionaire finalist, with additional 14 for 1 and 94930 draws. Pennsylvania Baker’s Dozen yields 370, 59060, and 999671 with a 75 000 bonus number 1251435 and several three digit results.
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Hillcrest Heights
Maryland
Baker's Dozen Lottery
Harrisburg
Pennsylvania
Cambodian School Kids Among Rocket Victims
In Phnom Penh rockets killed 12 people and wounded 45 as a private Watt Phoom College classroom housed mostly under ten year olds. Nine children died instantly and ambulances ferried survivors to hospitals as debris and overturned chairs covered the floor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Matt Franjola
Phnom Penu
Cambodia
Khmer Rouge
Phnom Penh
Watt Phoom College
The Daily Mail Address and Rates Retrieved
The Daily Mail announces its established history since 1828 and lists contact details, publication schedule, and mailing addresses in Hagerstown Maryland. It notes Associated Press rights and subscription costs for carriers and mail orders.
Peru Army Crackdown Amid Riots Hits Looters and Arsonists
In Lima troops killed and wounded unspecified numbers during night raids on looters and arsonists as the Velasco regime faced its worst crisis since 1968. A citywide curfew and military deployments followed protests sparked by a police strike and embassy attacks.
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Diego E. Gonzales
Lima
Peru
Juan Velasco
U.S
Todanc
Callao
Arequipa
Pem
Velasco
Central Peru
Security lax at D C federal buildings revealed
Reporters describe weak checks at multiple federal sites in Washington DC after a bombing and security changes. Guards fail to stop unauthorized access and pass policies hamper public attendance, while officials note ongoing upgrades and ID requirements.
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D.C. Federal Buildings
GSA
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Terry Wiley
Minneapolis
Wiley
Twin Cities
Boston
Birmingham
Ala
Louisville, Ky
Edward H. Levi
University of Chicago
Senate
Veterana Association
Witton
N.H
K.B
Ashland
Port Washington
G.L
Daily Mail
Summit Ave
Ripcide
Page
Kissinger
Commerce Department
Frederick Dent
Pentagon
Fred Hoffman
Interior Department
Bureau of Indian Affairs
White House
Supreme Court
Valley Mall
Hamilton Hotel Corner
Long Meadow Shopping
Alan
Libre
AEN
Clarks
Bank Anytcord
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