President’s Need for Leadership Lessons in 1971
The piece argues the United States under Nixon shows weakness like a “helpless giant.” It cites Cuba, naval patrols, and Cuban fishing boats near Florida as a test of leadership. It calls for firmer action and warns of declining resolve as 1971 approaches.
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United States
Nixon
Castro
Florida
Cuba
Truman
Berlin
Nasser
Suez Canal
Key West
Keys
World’’ Has Title To the Waters Off Dry Tortugas
U.S. Navy
Air Force
Marine Corps
Coast Guard
Chile
Coping with Pet Loss and Faith After Grief
A reader describes the loss of a beloved dog on April 23 1970 and a ensuing depression and drinking. The counselor cautions against turning to blame or idolatry of the pet and urges turning to God for comfort, warning that bitterness worsens sorrow and that alcohol harms rather than heals.
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Christ
G.A.K
Congress Wraps Up With Nation’s Gratitude And Odd Quips
A humorous recap of the 91st Congress ends with lawmakers agreeing to adjourn after a chaotic run. The piece highlights bids for Social Security, foreign aid, and quirky amendments, naming figures like Rep. Melville Quidley and Senator McGovern, plus President Nixon’s veto warning. The tone mocks political theater and ends noting the long session finally recessed.
Resolution honors Mrs Thurn for democratic dedication
Citizens council adopted by split vote a resolution praising Mrs Thurn for dedication to the democratic process. She learned of the honor at her Kiwanis home Sunday night and declined, saying she has been reading the papers and “the hell with it.”
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Melville Quidley
Dem
Ohio
Elmira Thurn
Kiwanis
Soroptimists Club
Quidley
House Committee On Miscellanea
ESP Advances Move Parapsychology Toward Mainstream Science
The article traces how hypnosis and parapsychology gained scientific legitimacy from mid 20th century advances. It notes the American Psychoanalytic Association and AAAS recognizing parapsychology and discusses executives with high ESP scores showing better profits. It highlights cautious yet hopeful experimentation and long distance telepathy disclosures as examples of emerging acceptance.
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Chicago
Food for Peace arms use provokes ethical questions
The article criticizes the Food for Peace program noting that surplus U S food funds were used to purchase military hardware for poorer nations, totaling over 700 million dollars in six years. It argues the program legally transfers funds but morally misuses tax money and urges full disclosure and scrutiny. It also critiques a University of Georgia finding on humor and superiority as contrasted with Bob Hope’s finances.
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United States
Senate
House Agriculture Committees
Congress
Wisconsin
William Proxmire
University of Georgia
Bob Hope
Fireworks toll spurs renewed push for ban in South Carolina
The guest editorial reviews decades of firework related injuries and deaths across South Carolina and neighboring states. It cites specific incidents from 1940s to 1960s including a Camden stand blast, a Mullins boy’s injuries, and Charleston market destruction. The piece argues for a total ban and notes past limits remain inadequate.
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Camden
Charleston
Spartanburg
York
Mullins
North Carolina
Pawley’s Island
North Charleston
Greenville High School
Wingate
N.C
Pageland
The
Charlotte Observer
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