South Carolina Democrats Split In Rising Two Party Trend
Governor Robert McNair warns of a widening rift between national Democratic leaders and grassroots members in the South. He urges unity at home as urbanization and strategy shifts threaten traditional Deep South one party loyalty. The state trends toward a two party pattern seen in Virginia and North Carolina.
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South Carolina
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Robert E. McNair
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McNair
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Virginia
North Carolina
Tennessee
National unity grows as silent majority voices aid Viet Nam stance
The response to President Nixon's call shows signs of renewed national unity as ordinary citizens express supportive and critical views on the war. Veterans' Day activities bolster movements countering moratoriums and street protests, while dissident groups push for an immediate end to the conflict.
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Nixon
Agnew Boosts Support For Tough Line On Dissent
The piece notes Vice President Agnew’s calls for a strong response to appeasement advocates and moratorium backers. It says his stance mobilized mainstream citizens who view dissenting radicals as harming American democracy and eroding national tolerance.
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Agnew
Stab In The Back: Support for Soldiers Versus War Policy
A wartime column laments public opposition to Vietnam policy. It asserts U S troops have won battles and driven the enemy from terrain, yet political leaders have denied decisive action and a swift end to the war. It argues patriotic duty and national resolve are needed.
Politeness As The New Rallying Banner For Mankind
A critic argues for politeness as a path to save civilization. The piece blends satire with harsh critique of Nixon era policy, urging youthful civility while condemning South Vietnam withdrawal and the risk of communist triumph. It contrasts polite conduct with violent tactics and calls for decisive victory to protect Western civilization.
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Nixon
Korea
South Korea
North Korea
South Vietnam
United States
North
Laos
Cambodia
Public nuisance letter on highway litter and safety
A reader from Aiken South Carolina urges action on roadside litter. He reports finding over 500 beer and whiskey bottles along the highway in front of his property and calls throwing vehicles a crime causing hazards. He asks editors to pursue follow up with guidance on reporting license numbers and evidence.
Explaining difficult Bible verses and moral concerns
The speaker argues translation issues affect words like evil and that God bears responsibility for judgments without implying direct action in every calamity. Immoral stories are seen as evidence of Bible truthfulness showing even trusted servants sin, reinforcing total honesty of Scripture rather than contradiction.
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David
God
Nuclear Talks Open With Hope and Champagne
In Helsinki the United States and the Soviet Union began arms limits talks with hopeful vows to reverse the arms race. President Nixon urged agreement on comprehensive control of strategic weapons while Deputy Foreign Minister Semenov signaled openness to broad topics. The session started with opening remarks, toasts, and a preliminary two to three week schedule.
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Helsinki
United States
Soviet Union
Nixon
Vladimir S. Semenov
Semenov
Gerard Smith
U.S
U. S
Smith
Finland
Ahti Karajalainen
Kremlin
Nikolai V. Podgorny
South Carolina weighs austere 1970 71 budget plan
State Treasurer Grady Patterson says the 1970-71 budget will be austere with agencies kept at current spending. Revenue is expected to rise $30–35 million, but agencies seek $85 million more in state funds, risking a deficit if trends persist.
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Grady Patterson
Patterson
South Carolina Budget and Control Board
Budget and Control Board
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