Tax cuts eaten by Social Security hikes spark public concern
The piece argues that the 18.7 billion tax cut approved by Congress is offset by higher Social Security deductions and bracket creep. It notes Social Security tax rises from 60 to 374 over years, set to reach 14 percent of income by 1987, and calls for budget tightening and broader reforms to offset inflation and deficits.
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Congress
U.S
Social Security
Federal Treasury
New Chinese spelling change aims to better Romanize names
The State Council abolishes Wade system from 1859 and adopts a new Romanization starting Jan 1. It improves phonetic accuracy, adjusting names like Teng to Deng and Peking to Beijing in Mandarin pronunciation.
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China
State Council
Thomas Wade
U.S
Naders FANS Show Limits of Consumerist Movement
The piece notes FANS formed by Ralph Nader to protect sports consumers but fades after funding shortages. It cites a small Washington office, rising public skepticism, and Congress rejecting a consumer protection agency. The essay argues inflation and government policy drive consumer discontent more than activism. It critiques Nader’s approach and public rejection of his solutions.
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Ralph Nader
Nader
Washington
San Francisco
95Th Congress
Consumer Protection Agency
House
Naders
Congress
Hamburger price shock to bite into buns and buns
Washington reports a 25 cent rise in raw hamburger prices as OPEC lifts oil costs by 14.5 percent for 1979. Economist Turnipblood notes the final burger price to consumers depends on processing and cooking, diminishing the raw rise’s meaning to most buyers.
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Washington
UPI
John Kenneth Turnipblood
Hamburger costs rise and substitutes debated
An expert panel discusses potential price hikes on basic hamburgers and the impact on consumers. Proposals include cheaper condiments and new burger ideas like a spinach patty, while noting most takeout orders limit shopper control. Hot dogs are dismissed for stability and bun fit.
Rape Victim Privacy Law Takes Effect Nationwide
A new federal law restricting use of rape victims past sexual behavior took effect November 29. It limits admissible evidence in federal trials and aims to reduce humiliation, encouraging reporting. The measure, praised by President Carter as a model for states, targets privacy in rape cases on federal land.
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Washington
CNS
Salem
Ore
Carter
America
FBI
Elizabeth Holtzman
D-N.y
Medina business support two way street letter
William Henschel of the Medina Area Chamber of Commerce responds to a Jan 5 letter by Mrs. Hoffman. He asserts strong local business support for school activities and community programs, urges fairness, and calls for reciprocal backing of Medina businesses.
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Friedrich Hoffman
Medina
Chamber of Commerce
Port
Her's
Medina Area
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