Modern Mob Control Lessons From Hampton Beach Riots
The piece recalls 1963 64 Hampton Beach mob episodes and argues for a moving crowd tactic over force. It describes state police methods using riot gear, rock salt, and a staged clearing pattern with escape routes into Massachusetts, noting the value of keeping crowds moving to induce sobriety.
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Survey Finds Married Women Read Romances More Often
Sheffield University sociologist Pete Mann reports a survey showing married women read romances more avidly than bachelor girls. The Pope tells a conference that he is a nonbeliever in a sense, since he does not see science and belief in God as contradictory, and he speaks of faith, hope, and clarity in life.
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Sheffield University
Pete Mann
Sanctuary rights in modern America derided by critics
Russell Kirk argues that sanctuary from law never existed in America and denounces clergy who shield draft dodgers. He cites Detroit Episcopalian actions against a deserter, notes Bishop Emrich’s condemnation, and recalls medieval limits on sanctuary. He warns such acts undermine law and order and criticizes clerical immunity.
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Tom Sincaviteh
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Richard 8. Emrich
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Don Maclean A Cure For Skyjackings
Washington columnist Don Maclean proposes a secret CIA led skyjacking sting to trap hijackers. He imagines captives, trials, and public theater ending sky-jackings within a year, while noting government inaction and potential leaks. The piece criticizes officials for not pursuing the plan.
Nixon's Big Gamble on Inflation Fight
Washington presses to prove it means business on halting inflation but many Americans, especially pensioners and fixed income groups, see limited gains. The piece notes orthodox budget and monetary measures, the risk of a recession, and Republican-vs-Democrat tensions as Nixon aims a disciplined, traditional approach to slow demand and curb inflation. It cites Arthur Burns and business reaction, including planned plant and equipment outlays rising 14 percent under a Republican administration.
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Arthur F. Burns
Burns
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Appomattox 104 Years Ago Today Banner
A retrospective sketch recalls the April 9 1865 surrender at Appomattox Court House with Lee handing his sword to Grant. The piece discusses their personalities their roles in the Civil War and the enduring legacy of leadership and strategy. It also notes Grant Lincoln and the evolution of command from 1861 to the war’s end.
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Montgomery
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This Day In History Highlights Major War Moments
On this day in history Gen. Robert E. Lee surrendered to Gen. Ulysses S. Grant at Appomattox Court House in Virginia ending the Civil War. World War I saw Germany invade Norway and Denmark. In 1942 Bataan fell to Japan after fierce fighting. In 1983 the nuclear submarine Thresher sank east of Boston with 129 lives lost. A thought from Geny Grant urged church and state to remain separate.
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