Nixon Seeks Postal Rate Hikes Amid $1.2 Billion Deficit
Postmaster Nichols cites a $1.2 billion inherited deficit forcing President Nixon to seek postage increases. Proposals include raising first class letters to 7 cents, adding a 3 tenths of a cent handling charge for second class, and boosting third class rates 1 cent per piece with bulk minimums rising to 4.2 cents. The plan aims to cut the deficit by about $609 million.
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Winton M. Blount
Washington
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Congress
Sgt Dunn reflects on Vietnam service and welcome home
The veteran recalls calling in Air Force gun ships to halt Viet Cong incursions and defends the M16 as a reliable weapon when properly used. He notes no color line on the firing line and stresses unity among troops. Returning home, he recounts hard days, chest full of medals, and plans to study agriculture after an early discharge.
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Two Winters Students Qualify for State UIL Meet
Two Winters High School students advanced from the Regional UIL meet in Lubbock to the State contest in Austin. Jo Nell Simmons took second in shorthand earning a state berth, while James Greer won first in his broad jump class to advance to state.
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