Holier-than-thou Atmosphere Marking Freedom of the Press Hearing
The Senate subcommittee on Constitutional Rights faces a holier-than-thou climate as Freedom of the Press hearings unfold. Critics decry censorship while defenders insist courts protect press liberties. The piece argues journalists fear government overreach and urges calm, citing Pent agon Papers and press behavior toward leaders.
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Senate
Pentagon
Harding Bancroft
New York Times
Bancroft
Times
Welcome Cushion Stands With McNair Budget Cushion
Former Gov. Robert E. McNair and the State Budget and Control Board saved a potential deficit by mid year spending cuts, producing a $5.2 million general fund surplus. The reserve should stay as a cushion against adversity, though it equals only one percent of the current budget. If raided for raises, it could trigger higher recurring taxes, as seen in 1969.
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Robert E. McNair
State Budget and Control Board
General Assembly
Sound Policy On School Lunch Aid Sparks Debate
The U S Agriculture Dept raises federal share for school lunches to 45 cents per meal and restricts benefits to truly needy children, prompting critique of Senate pressure to reach 46 cents and broader welfare incentives. The piece urges focusing aid on the needy and supports Nixon administration firmness.
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U. S. Agriculture Dept
Congress
Department
Senate
Confusion Cleared Up No More Long Faces
Arthur Hoppe mocks anti gold arguments by mocking calls to raise price or sell Fort Knox stock. He notes U.S. gold at 35 an ounce remains, jokes about 10 000 tons and 320 million ounces, and suggests disposable gold plates and no return beer cans as ecological options while urging readers to keep faith in dollars.
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Nixon
King George
George Washington
George Wallace
Sam Ervin
Agnew
Hitler
International Monetary Fund
Fort Knox
Aiken hospital funding urged by letter writer
MRS. FRANCES H CONANT of 249 Lancaster SW argues in a letter that Aiken Hospital is underfunded and understaffed. She urges formation of a volunteer group to raise funds to hire more doctors and improve facilities as the town grows and requires modern medical care.
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Aiken Hospital
Strom Thurmond
Aiken County Hospital
University Hospital
Aiken
From Constitution Week thanks to all plus a D A R note
A Henry Middleton Chapter DAR letter thanks readers for newspaper publicity during Constitution Week. Public Relations Chairman Mrs D E Bowen signs, noting broad cooperation and gratitude from members and those touched by the coverage.
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Henry Middleton
DAR
D.E. Bowen
Highland Park
Aiken Standard Call for Signed Letters to the Editor
The Aiken Standard invites letters to the editor for publication. All letters must be signed with the writer's mailing address. Anonymous messages will not be considered. Pen names are not allowed. Letters should be legible, preferably typed. Editing may occur for clarity space taste and libel. No subject matter limits.
My Answer by Billy Graham on Teen Car Rules
The speaker argues a father may rightly limit teen car use for safety and financial reasons. He notes higher teen accident and insurance rates and reflects on how earning and paying for car expenses fosters appreciation and responsibility. He cautions against entitlement in affluent times, praising parental guidance.
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Billy Graham
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Federal Communications Commission
Samuel A. Cothran
Eugene J. Oyler
Aiken, S.C
Citizen Smith
the Register and Tremune Sindierat
Bare DhAto
Arthur Hoppe
Hospital
Frances H. Conant
Lancaster, S.W
Hal Boyle
New York
U.S
Johns Hopkins
Calvin Coolidge
Samuel Johnson
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