Battle Over Federal Budget Tops Congress in 1974 Outlook
Editorial argues a $268.7 billion cap for 1974 spending and warns that without restraint, deficits could rise, inflation grow, or taxes increase. It urges Congress to cut where possible, balance the budget, and encourages taxpayers to pressure lawmakers toward a tax free balance.
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Nixon
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Emergent Democratic Minority Seen From Reform Tide
Washington column argues Democratic reform moves by the House Democratic Study Group mirror McGovern era changes, shifting power away from Southern bosses and old guards. It predicts a growing Emerging Democratic Minority as caucuses tighten control and liberal activists gain influence. Distribution by King Features Syndicate.
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Still At War Aid to North Vietnam Sparks Debate
The author argues against US aid to North Vietnam claiming it would finance ongoing aggression. He notes liberal calls for amnesty for draft dodgers and deserters and contrasts past postwar aid to Germany and Japan with proposed prehostility aid to an enemy.
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North Vietnam
United States
Germany
Japan
America
At Wits End Parental Fashion and the Closet Parade
A humorous essay by Erma Bombeck on children dressing themselves and the chaos of school outfits. It collects scenes of daily wardrobe battles, fashion misfires, and a mother’s wry commentary on individuality and ironing baskets.
How to Wind Down Welfare and Cut Costs
Paul Harvey argues wind down of welfare reduces the dollar drain on the Treasury while preserving targeted aid. He cites court actions, fraud controls, work rules, child support enforcement, identification cards, and increased home visits as tools. He notes rising welfare rolls but rising job training and work requirements aim to reversed trends.
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Venice
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California
Nixon
Radios Most Popular Accessory in 1972 Cars
During the 1972 model year radios were included in 91 percent of all U.S. made cars, the most popular accessory. Automatic transmissions followed closely at 90.5 percent.
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Detroit
U.S
Preamble to the U S Constitution
The introduction proclaims the aims of forming a more perfect union establishing justice ensuring domestic tranquility providing for defense promoting general welfare and securing liberty for current and future Americans.
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United States of America
Colleges bend to fun and games to lure students
The author critiques rising campus trends as Iowa adds a wine studies course and Ferris State builds a golf oriented, extra curricular campus life. He warns such tactics may delay adulthood, soften intellect, and shift higher education toward entertainment over scholarship, unsettling parents and students alike.
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Ferris State College
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Ferris
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Ewigleben
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Victory in Vietnam frames a lasting American victory debate
Holmes Alexander argues that true victory in Vietnam rests on the American heart and culture not a short triumph. He contrasts World War II unity with Vietnam era division, condemns draft dodgers, and urges emotional reconversion toward patriotism while acknowledging mixed public sentiment and potential trials.
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Korea
Indochina
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Nixon
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Joseph Conrad
Short Thoughts on Seasons and Courage
A compact collection of quotes about timing, resilience, and leadership. It references Ecclesiastes, Nixon, Proverbs, Forbes, and Goethals, linking personal effort, education, and justice to future outcomes and moral guidance.
Where To Write Your Legislators
Addresses in Washington for Senators Hartke Bayh and Rep Hillis are listed with room numbers and zip codes. The notes indicate representing districts including parts of Madison Delaware Hancock Hamilton and Tipton counties.
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