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Nancy Reagan, just like any other homemaker, understands inflation. At the White House kitchen she oversees work where chefs and staff prepare for state events. Costs are soaring as salaries and the prices of supplies rise, even though the Reagans pay for all the food they serve at private parties. Running costs have risen 29 percent despite efforts by the President and his wife to pare down costs for the 132 room mansion. The national Parks Service, which pays the bills, has allocated $3.8 million for the coming year to maintain and operate the White House. April 12, 1982. |
