Word: urbane
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Dates: during 1970-1979
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These angry statements reflect the biting mood of the chief executives of many cities, who are upset with Jimmy Carter for not paying more attention to the problems of urban America. They voiced their complaints in interviews with TIME on the eve of two get-togethers in San Francisco: the first, which ended last weekend, rallied more than 100 top officials from metropolitan areas; the second, which continued this week, was the annual meeting of the National League of Cities, attended by 4,300 municipal officials...
...chill fog swirled around the Bay Area, these officials let off steam by calling for a more comprehensive?and costly ?federal policy to uplift the cities and fight urban unemployment. They emphasized the stickiness of that problem, shown by the fact that unemployment last month slipped only fractionally, from 7% to 6.9%, although the number of Americans at work soared...
...real "treat" of the Neiman-Marcus catalogue is the feature item, always some incredibly extravegant and downright absurd gift idea. This year, for $16,000 each, a couple can own his and her urban windmills, which supposedly solve the energy crisis by providing electricity for all sorts of appliances. The house might be a little dark on a windless night, but that doesn't seem to worry Neiman-Marcus. They are already touting their toy as a source of free energy for the electric car--when...
...those obstacles is the set. which is actually dysfunctional: it is basically black and decorated with abstract paint dribbles and splotches that provide an effective backdrop for the urban scene described in "My Town," but smother the beauty of the other songs. The lighting is simple, but does nothing to soften the harshness...
...this state-supported urban institution with 19,150 students on two campuses in Richmond, Va. School created in 1968 merger of a medical college and professional institute. New president must be vigorous, politically sensitive manager with stable family life. Need not be outstanding scholar. Mammoth task will include raising academic standards, increasing the budget (currently $ 134 million) and improving the university's image. $50,300 base salary plus extras. Mansion with help; life insurance. Apply Virginia Commonwealth University...