Packwood proposes five regional primaries to reform presidential race
Senator Robert Packwood introduces a five regional primary plan for choosing GOP and Democratic nominees. The proposal dates March through July with regional voting days set by the Federal Elections Commission. Alaska Montana California and other states would retain voting qualifications while delegates are allocated by statewide results.
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Robert Packwood
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Toward A Moneyless Future: Social Security Payments By Computer
Paul Harvey outlines a plan tested in Georgia and Florida to mail Social Security funds directly to recipients via banks. The system would end mailed checks by next year and then eliminate cash handling altogether through computerized transfers, reducing theft and bank trips while saving postage. A few malfunctions are possible but minor against the benefits. the piece notes broader trends toward a cashless society and questions the psychology of spending without tangible money.
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Self service elevators debated for Capitol access
Senator Bartlett urged self service elevators to curb the $1 million annual cost of elevator operators in the U.S. Capitol. Senator Pastore countered, noting that peers voted to raise staff allowances by $41 million, highlighting the broader need for efficiency among about 20,000 congressional workers.
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Army LSD tests show chaotic behavior in mock battle
In a 1950s era Army drill a few dozen assault troops under LSD were filmed in battle simulations. Dr. John Buckman of the University of Virginia noted lack of motivation attention to detail and clumsy wall climbing. The study linked to Korean War brainwashing theories and raised ethical concerns about weaponization.
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Gomer Pyles
John Buckman
University of Virginia Medical School
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Gomer Pyle
Korea
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Civil Service Commission
Left Bank Senators on Armed Services Panel
Three young Democrats Culver Hart and Leahy sit on the Senate Armed Services Committee and oppose arms race policies. The piece labels them Left Bank and notes their stance contrasts with Sam Nunn who supports strengthening U S military posture amid ongoing Moscow retreat talk.
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Iowa
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Colorado
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Meager Supplies For A Revolution From 200 Years Ago
The piece recounts South Carolina’s early Revolutionary shortages after Lexington, detailing 1200 arms stolen from Capt. Cochran’s store, a £100 reward offered for culprits, and 3000 pounds of powder found in magazines and private stores. William Moulie frames the bold beginning of a rebellion without funds or formal forces.
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South Carolina
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King’s
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Fort Charlotte
William Moulie
Congress Rejects Lord North Plan for Conciliation
On July 31 1775 Congress with Adams Lee Franklin and Jefferson rejects Lord North's conciliation plan adopted by the House of Commons. Jefferson prepares an answer noting the dispute is deeper than taxation and criticizes the proposal as deceptive unjust and insincere coming from a minister who refuses negotiation.
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