Lesson in U S History Sparks Debate on Jefferson
Editorial argues Americans should examine the Declaration's ideals against current policies. It recalls Thomas Jefferson's expansive use of executive power including the Louisiana Purchase and undeclared war in Tripoli, plus secret funding attempts and the Embargo Act. Modern historians weigh Jeffersonian contrasts.
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Jefferson
St. John
Thomas Jefferson
United States
Henry Adams
Adams
Louisiana Purchase
Senate
John Quincy Adams
Louisiana
Herbert Agar
Tripoli
Congress
Napoleon
Spain
West Florida
Fragmented OCR Word List Yields Odd Clues
A scrambled OCR text presents a list of disparate terms and clues including numbers, names, and partial phrases. The fragment shows items like Puccini opera, European bird, Great Lake information, and various unrelated words without coherent context.
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Germany
Fraud Alleged in Trans-Alaska Pipeline Report
Internal memo from Interior Department’s Bureau of Sport Fisheries and Wildlife accuses the draft environmental statement of heavy editing and distortion to downplay harm from the trans Alaska pipeline. Critics warn an adverse final report could halt the project, with fears for water, wildlife, and the tundra.
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Washington
Interior Department
Interior
Bureau of Land Management
Commerce Department
Alaska District of the Army Engineers
Bureau of Sport Fisheries and Wildlife
Gordon Watson
Bureau
Alaska
Watson
Beaufort Sea
Alaskan
General plans victory in bridge defense at sea
In a narrative bridge problem a general and his intelligence officer discuss missing high cards. The plan tests East’s opening hand by ducking spades, then uses a spade sequence to force East into giving up clubs and diamonds. The tactic hinges on East possibly holding singleton king of clubs to avoid being set.
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East
Newspaper Enterprise Assn
Bridge bidding puzzle with six clubs contract
In a standard bridge auction the cards shown indicate a spade and heart free bid sequence ending in seven. South holds AK2 WA1055 K54 HKQ. The question asks what to bid now after partner has opened with one heart and the auction has progressed to the seven level. Consider how to rebid or bid to show distribution and determine the best contract.
Barbs by Phil Pastoret: Self confidence in the lawn
The column notes humorously that self confidence can wane with age and being overweight while mowing the lawn. The author reflects on attire and the awkwardness of wearing shorts beyond fifty.
Acts verse on belief and forgiveness
A biblical citation states that all prophets witness through his name that anyone who believes in him will receive the remission of sins. The verse from Acts 10 43 emphasizes faith in Jesus as the path to forgiveness.
Voter beware in Baytown parks bond debacle
In a letter to The Sun, Mrs. G. L. Rice warns that bond funds intended for parks were diverted, noting federal matching funds were pledged but unused for the stated purpose. She urges voters to reject the current leaders and never again trust those in power, highlighting a credibility gap.
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the Sun
Baytown
Baytown Sun Editorial Department and Staff Directory
Baytown Sun masthead lists executive editor managing editor associate managing editor and department heads for advertising and promotions. Publication details note the paper operates afternoons Monday through Friday and Sundays from Baytown Texas with postal and subscription information.
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Paul Putman
Dwight Moody
Ostesee
Memorial Drive
Baytown
Texas
P.O
Texas Newspaper Representatives, Inc
Emphysema Advice Versus Irritants and Exercise
Doctor Lamb explains emphysema is hard to treat. Quitting tobacco, avoiding irritants, treating infections promptly, and gradual muscle exercise can aid function. Climate matters less than good medical supervision, weight control, and regular care.
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Lamb
Arizona
Newspaper Enterprise Assn
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HEW
Eliot Richardson
God
Solomon
Mt. Moriah
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Deception Island
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Lazy Lane
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