Police praised for restraint in DC riot handling
Washington police faced criticism for detaining hundreds during a riot crisis yet releasing them after danger passed. The piece argues this kept order, defends the force, and condemns anti police rhetoric and calls to curb national defense entities, praising measured action and constitutional policing.
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Army
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Law and Order
Nixon backs Minh in Vietnamese elections, seeds of peace germinate
Countdown report says Nixon tells West Point cadets peace seeds are planted and germinating though many face a bitter harvest in distant fields. Paris paper notes Nixon backing Big Minh against South Vietnam's Thieu in fall elections. He is thinking big.
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West Point
Paris
Big Minh
South Vietnam
Thieu
La Nueva Raza letters defend education and push reform
A La Nueva Raza editor argues for stronger parent involvement in schooling and criticizes civic apathy while urging transparency from educators and officials. The piece questions sincerity of critics, appeals to democracy, and cites prior demands to the Ohlone board. It also urges press coverage of pending bills and elected representatives votes.
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la Nueva Raza
Qhlone Board of Trustees
Sacramento
Washington
Washington Representatives for South County Constituents
U S Senators and Congressmen with districts including South County include Senator Alan Cranston Democrat at Senate Office Building Washington DC 20510 and Senator John Tunney Democrat at 429 our House Office Bldg Washington DC 20036. Congressman George P Miller Democrat 2165 Rayburn Bldg Washington DC 20515 represents the north area. Congressman Don Edwards Democrat district includes south Hayward Union City Fremont Newark and parts of Santa Clara and San Mateo counties Washington DC 20815.
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Our House
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Alameda
East Oakland
Don Edwards
Cannon
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Fremont
Newark
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San Mateo
Vietnam veterans form group to counter Kerry portrayal
Holmes Alexander reports on veterans who defend Vietnam vets' record against John Kerry's portrayal. Veterans like Zeller, Minarik, Kerns, and O'Neill describe mistreatment faced after service and argue most vets are not war criminals. They organize as Vietnam Veterans for a Just Peace seeking allies and donations.
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al Zeller
Vietnam
Jim Minarik
Jim Kerns
Halleck
John Kerry
Judas Iscariot
Kerry
Bruce Kessler
Eppelent Nixon
O’neill
Kessler
Kerns
Minarik
Zeller
Box 116
Brooklyn
N.Y
When the War Is Over Paul Harvey Rouses Opinion
A Paul Harvey column argues the US may disengage from Indochina next year and critiques antiwar groups. It notes Gallup shows 36 percent favor total troop withdrawal this year, 54 percent foresee withdrawal before next year’s election, and warns demonstrations will continue and funding for protests risks corrupt influence.
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Gallup
Indochina
Rock music declines as commercialization reshapes scene
A critique argues rock music soured by big business. It notes Bill Graham closing New York and San Francisco venues as spontaneity gives way to professionalism. The piece laments audience enthusiasm waning while the rock bar persists.
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Bill Graham
New York
San Francisco
The Fleas and the Old Dog Moral Tale
A fable of two young fleas who marry on a comfortable dog and rely on his provisions. When the old dog dies the fleas face hardship, fearing the system has failed them. The story warns that excessive dependence on society or government leads to want and national distress, promoting self reliance.
Americans Buy More As Retail Mood Returns
Official April estimates show U.S. shoppers spent nearly $2 billion more on retail goods than in December, amid signs of renewed consumer spending. Auto, furniture, appliances, and general merchandise gain, though some sectors like clothing and auto services lag. Senator Lee Metcalf avoided arrest after a confrontational incident at the Capitol, after initially refusing to show credentials.
Speculation on Agnew’s 1972 ticket decision continues
Washington sources say Agnew would choose to withdraw from the 1972 Republican bid rather than be dumped. Allies note his pride and sensitivity, while Nixon remains a strong booster. A political analyst cites rising Negro voter registration in the South but persistent gaps with white voters since 1965 civil rights act.
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Washington
Nixon
Dump Agnew
Mr. Agnew
South
U.S. News and World Report
Historical events on this day from history brief
United Press International notes key dates linked to Henry Stanley born in 1841 and a string of events: 1898 US Marines invade Cuba, 1940 Mussolini declares war on France and Britain, 1942 Gestapo burns Lidice village and executes and deports villagers, 1967 USSR cuts ties with Israel after ceasefire news. Aesop quote closes.
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