Fiscal battles and a call for spending reform in 1970s politics
The piece argues federal deficits under Nixon with a $35 billion current-year projection and an $80 billion total since his tenure, criticizing spending, urging tax cuts over tax reform, and warning about housing and social programs. It notes Burns calling deficits ominous and mentions NIH scrutiny of acupuncture post Red China trip.
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Nixon
Congress
Arthur F. Burns
Federal Reserve Board
Red China
U.S. Treasury
Economic signs point to growth and controlled inflation
U S experts report noticeable improvement in economy with rising employment and production, gradual inflation relief, and stronger international position. The outlook for 1972 suggests steady growth and optimism for 1973, with budget deficits around 23 billion in recent years and possible continued wage and price controls into 1973. Herbert Stein notes policy goals and potential congressional cooperation under Nixon.
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Washington
America
United States
Nixon
Congress
Herbert Stein
Council of
Thailand, Red China link in narcotics blamed
Henry J. Taylor argues against banning Thailand from U.S. aid, accusing Fulbright of bias. He asserts Red China and Burma dominate Southeast Asia heroin production, with Lo Hsing Han as the key trafficker operating from Burma under Ne Win’s regime.
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Sen
J. William Fulbright
Thailand
U.S
Fulbright
China
Burma
Nelson Gross
State Department
Bureau of Narcotics and Dangerous Drugs
Ne Win
Peking
U Nu
Gross
Red China
Yunnan-Kwangi-si
MR. Gross
Southeast Asia
Lo Hsing Han
Nixon and Agnew Seen as Cool Cat Political Pair
Washington insiders view President Nixon and Vice President Agnew as psychological twins whose cool, decisive leadership anchors the administration. Nixon praises Agnew for staying calm under crises, backing him on Cambodia, North Vietnam mining, SALT talks, and revenue sharing while Agnew pushes for bold, decisive policy moves.
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Washington
Nixon
Spiro T. Agnew
Angel
Oval Office
Agnew
Southeast Asia
Cambodia
North Vietnam
Raquel Welch Embraces Glamour and Diverse Roles
Raquel Welch rejects a narrow image as a sex symbol and advocates broader acting roles. She discusses her self doubts, optimism, and aims to expand her range in film such as Kansas City Bomber while staying connected to her glamorous persona.
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New York
Raquel Welch
Jean Harlow
Clara Bow
Rita Hayworth
Kim Novak
Marilyn Monroe
Orsini’s
Raquel
Kansas City
America
Venus de Milo
Star Files: AmVisco to Sell Assets to Stauffer Chemical
An AmVisco Corp official confirms management will sell all facilities and assets except Monsanto stock to Stauffer Chemical. The report notes intercompany details and pending approvals.
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American Viscose Corp
Monsanto Chemical Co
Stauffer Chemical Co
Daily Meditation on Discipline and Learning to Live
This meditation argues that discipline is learning and essential for growth. It notes that many resist discipline yet a fulfilled life comes from controlling desires and embracing self development. A disciplined person achieves lasting happiness through realized self mastery.
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France
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Paris
Vietnam
Hal Boyle
Sex Goddess
Julie Christie
Jane Fonda
Harry F. Byrd
D-Va
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Brewster
R-Me
Hughes
TWA Airlines
Pam American Airways
Appalachian
U.S. Department of Agriculture
Highland Avenue
United Brethren
Winchester Evening Star
Eugene P. Miller
Jack F. Davis
Thomas T. Byrd
Douglas B. O’connell
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