Increased Military Spending May Hedge Civilian Slump
AP News: As civilian demand cools for steel and autos, military orders push durable goods up 2 percent to a new high. Transportation equipment gains and aerospace needs drive orders while Viet Nam and Dominican unrest boost military demand. April shipments hit 22.1 billion, personal incomes set a record, and corporate profits fuel higher dividends.
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Johnson lights off but federal electric bill rises
President Johnson cuts White House lighting while federal electricity costs rise about 900000 dollars in the coming year. The General Services Administration notes increased power use from new air conditioning data processing and new buildings, with a 4.3 percent rise this year after three years of 6 percent annual increases.
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Barbs and Bets Highlight Summer Social Gripes
The column notes playful summer signs such as a signature on a check for new clothes and simple gifts like candy or flowers easing mood. It adds a quip about horse bettors enjoying the ride and a road hog crying first after a crash.
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