House budget split on pollution control draws scorn
The House conferees endorse dividing authority between the Pollution Control Authority and the State Board of Health, a move critics say fragments oversight and undermines a developing program. The piece questions Gov. West’s inaction and warns of ongoing bureaucratic clashes unless a single agency handles all pollution control.
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John C. West
West
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Former Pentagon employee dubbed a penny pincher drives Rambler
An Air Force investigation profiles ex employee A. Ernest Fitzgerald described as a penny pincher who drove an old Rambler. Fitzgerald, held for warning that the C5A transport cost would exceed estimates by $2 billion, was fired by the Air Force. The Louisville Times notes the need for frugal officials.
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Louisville
Why Brownbagging Is News In National Tavern Month
A News and Courier note questions why patrons must hide alcohol in brown bags while celebrating National Tavern Month. It humorously argues any color bag could conceal contents and sarcastically imagines more festive bags adding class to outings.
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News and Courier
Income Tax: Best in World Yet Heavily Flawed System
The outgoing IRS commissioner asks Congress for more money, arguing that tighter budgets reduce revenue and that the U S tax system while costly to administer remains the best globally. He notes public frustration with complexity and hints at flat tax debates despite ongoing lobbying by vested interests.
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France
Italy
Latin America
U.S
T. Coleman Andrews
Nations and the Natural Law in Egypt and Beyond
An essayic column critiques nationalism and xenophobia in Egypt under Sadat, contrasts globalism and neutrality, and analyzes Nixon, Yost, Trudeau, and Jefferson. It argues nations must compete within natural law, warning against universalist ecumenism and peace-at-any-cost stances.
Answered Faith: Billy Graham On The Future
Billy Graham argues believers should not fear the future as God holds it. He notes the Bible provides prophecies guiding hope and asserts Christians can trust Christ with life now and eternity, citing divine plan and the promise that all things work for good for those who love God.
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George Bush
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Willy Brandt
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Letters to the Editor Reflect On Politics And Local Needs
Readers critique politics as a failing system while urging civic action and memory of the past. Letters from Paul Griffin and Mrs. Napoli urge benches for the elderly, and Robert Grant thanks the sports staff for local coverage. The Aiken County Mental Health Association also thanks The Aiken Standard for support.
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Paul Griffin
Graniteville, S.C
R.H. Napoli
York St
Chuck Armour
Aiken High School
Chuck
Aiken County Mental Health Association
Aiken Standard
Aiken County
Sam Putnam
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