Guyana Horror Story and the People’s Temple Question
A chilling report on the Guyana killings linked to the People’s Temple and Rev. Jim Jones. It examines how a charismatic leader drew followers with belonging and shelter while exercising control through fear and manipulation. The piece asks whether conventional churches fail these seekers or if activist religious roles risk violence.
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Guyana
People’s Temple
Jim Jones
Indiana
California
South America
Jones
No Heroes: Media Scrutiny Destroys Sports Greatness
The Los Angeles Times asks where heroes have gone and cites psychologist Dr. William J. Beausay who says media scrutiny has driven away heroes. He notes Ruth and Tilden would be tabloid fodder today and predicts modern stars lack admirable qualities while succeeding as supers.
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Los Angeles Times
William J. Beausay
Beausay
Babe Ruth
Bill Tilden
National Enquirer
David Niven
Howard Cosell
Simple Christian living and the world’s temptations
A reader asks about living simply in a crowded world. The reply cites Jesus words on storing treasures in heaven and notes both poor and wealthy followers, warning against loving world goods and money as roots of evil.
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B.C.K
Jesus
Earth
Roman Empire
D. O. D. Boo-boos Highlight Waste in Procurement
Washington reports expose the Defense Department’s costly missteps in purchases and the contingency reserve used to hide blunders. Examples include footlockers, raincoats, boots, and hammocks bought for Vietnam and later deemed unnecessary or poorly executed.
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Washington
Defense Department
Peter Grant
Vietnam
Marine Corps
Gibraltar Industries
Puerto Rico
U.S. Marine Corps
Jack Anderson
Watch
Washington, D.C
Carter and Congress See Shifts in Reagan Era Fiscal Fight
In Washington the Carter administration ends a turbulent year with key victories. Carter vetoed the 2.1 billion defense ship bill and opposed pork laden public works funding, while Congress backed down. Prop 13 influence spreads, shaping SALT II prospects and next year’s budget.
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Carter
Congress
Arabia
Jimmy Carter
Soviet Union
Senate
House
Middle East
White House
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