Nader attacks Nixon on consumer policy and lobby ties
Ralph Nader told a House subcommittee that President Nixon ignores consumer welfare, risking a one term presidency. He urged a congressional probe of trade groups and lobbies, criticized Nixon Knauer ties, and favored a federal consumer advocate over a full department. He flagged the need to study financing and tactics of industry lobby groups.
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Chrysler lifts prices by 107 dollars on 1970 models
Chrysler Corp raises average sticker prices by 107 dollars on its 1970 models, the smallest hike among the Big Three. The increase includes 27 dollars for equipment moved from optional to standard. New models went on sale Tuesday as General Motors and Ford announced higher boosts earlier in the week.
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Russia Nasser rift widens in Middle East policy
London reports tense Cairo Moscow relations as Egypt under Nasser keeps Soviet backing but clashes over strategy. Moscow deems Nasser pivotal in the Arab world while Cairo resists, officials say. Nasser illness cited as reason for canceled Moscow visit, Cairo sources note. Russia remains Egypt and Arab arms supplier amid widening differences.
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Weather roundup reports cool day and low rain chances
A brief weather note describes continued cool conditions with temperatures in the 50s to upper 60s and near zero precipitation. Winds are listed as strong and variable, though the source text is garbled and contains several unreadable fragments.
Comedian George Jessel Honored by Gen Abrams
General Creighton Abrams pinned the Army's top civilian award on comedian George Jessel as he prepared for a fourth tour to entertain troops in Chu Lai South Vietnam. Jessel quipped this honor rivaled only a 1862 medal from General Grant.
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The Times Merald LECcomTD Issue 14 No. 43
The Times Merald LECcomTD dated Friday September 19, 1969 from Orange County Publications Ottaway Newspapers Middletown New York lists prices for single copies and mail subscriptions. The notice includes distribution and postage details for Orange Sullivan Ulster Sussex and Pike counties.
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Vietnam peace talks reject US troop withdrawal
North Vietnam and Communist forces dismissed President Nixon's second U S troop pullout as a farce and urged a rapid total and unconditional withdrawal. They said only a full exit by year end could bring peace, despite Lodge's defense of the move.
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Red war games set for Poland maneuvers end of month
Soviet Union Poland East Germany and Czechoslovakia plan joint exercises on Polish soil at month end. Experts see this as a reaffirmation of the iron triangle doctrine urging close regime cooperation under Soviet guidance to deter West German threat. Czechoslovakia's Husak regime favors Czech forces operating in Poland over a limited role at home.
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Coca-Cola Japan faces complaints over foreign investment law
A Japanese consumers group filed a police complaint against Coca-Cola (Japan) Ltd for operating a business without government approval, seeking sanctions on Coca-Cola Japan. The Diet had earlier attacked Coca-Cola over health concerns linked to caffeine and phosphoric acid. Bottlers claim Coca-Cola drives them out of business.
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China warns U S and Russia in tough stance
Beijing rejects nuclear threats from the United States and Russia. Peking press agency Hsinhua cites China’s regime vowing to wipe out aggression and mobilize worldwide revolutionary wars if attacked. The statement, echoed on China’s Oct 1 anniversary celebration coverage, appears aimed at Russia amid fear of a nuclear strike.
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Politician Samuels Says Wallace-Yorty Voters Afraid
Former commerce undersecretary Howard J. Samuels told the Ripon Society in New York that Wallace Yorty and Procaccino voters are not necessarily bad people but afraid of change and clinging to leaders who promise a return to peaceful times. He supported Mayor Lindsay in his remarks.
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