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Newspaper
Argus
Location
Fremont, California, United States of America
Date
Jul 21, 1976
Page
5
The Argus editorial page notes that the editorials reflect viewpoints in a dedicated column. It states that Ole editorial materials do not necessarily reflect the paper’s position and clarifies the separation of opinion from the publication’s official stance.
The piece praises Israel for the Uganda hostage rescue and weighs its impact on Middle East talks, African reactions, and global norms. It notes muted African condemnation, potential effects on Palestinian extremism, and compares the raid to past U S actions like Mayaguez. It reflects on war definitions and world psychology.
Canadian authorities confront public resistance as roughly half of motorists refuse mandatory seat belts after a six month trial. A Transportation Department review in Washington cites possible US hearings in August on compulsory belt use and airbags, warning that forceful regulation fails to curb deaths and injuries.
James Kilpatrick reports in Scrabble, Virginia that a Democratic convention episode involved Mr. Spelvin attempting to nominate Miss Lauren Bacall for president. A chair restraint prevented further action, with Mrs. Spelvin recalling the chaos and claiming the scene was unforgettable.
Valerie Raymond, first district supervisor candidate, argues in a letter to the editor that Irene Vincent’s supporters offered a fundraiser tied to paying Vincent debt, but her campaign rejected the plan. She notes tax rate and assessed value rises under Supervisor Murphy and urges voters to focus on issues for the November run-off.
Editor laments a year of increasingly immoral and offensive television shows and commercials, arguing for family friendly programs. The writer cites The Waltons, Little House on the Prairie, Let's Make a Deal, The Price Is Right, SWAT and Dr. Welby as examples still worth watching amid rising sex and violence in media.
A columnist blasts Canada for barring the Republic of China from the Olympics while keeping tolls on the Blue Water Bridge. The piece argues Western leverage fails against Communist nations and laments professionals dominating the Games, asserting the Olympic idea has waned amid political meddling and international hypocrisy.
The piece argues the Ford administration plans to withdraw U S military advisers from Quemoy and Matsu signaling possible recognition of Taiwan's loss after the election. It compares 1950s bravery with detente and claims Kissinger policy will appease Beijing, abandoning Taiwan and other concessions under Ford.
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