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Newspaper
Bemidji Pioneer
Location
Bemidji, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1972
Page
2
A nationwide survey by the American Society for Personnel Administration and the Bureau of National Affairs finds theft by employees as the leading security problem, with vandalism, bomb threats and drug abuse following. Practices include lie detector tests, package checks, badges, and electronic surveillance.
Roy W Walters says headlines push a national four day week but business lags and only small gains in weekly hours are likely. He argues focus should be on job design and meaningful work to reduce boredom rather than extending weekends. If four days replace five, some workers will seek second jobs, worsening shortages and costs.
Readers cite Project Pride while accusing Bemidji of polluting the Mississippi River with sewage. They urge modern sewage treatment and cite reports from Dr Ludwig and state studies on eutrophication affecting Cass Lake and downstream waters.
This piece recalls a 1962 Memorial Day editorial noting the Vietnam conflict’s then uncertain future, Purple Heart awards, and hopes for an end. It contrasts past fears with today’s enduring unrest and warns that the cost of war surpasses flowers, yet faith in eventual national renewal remains.
The Square Dance club will host its last season dance this Saturday in the McIntosh gym from 8 30 to 11 30 p.m. Don Littlefield of Moorhead will be guest caller. A potluck lunch will be served by club members and area dancers and spectators are welcome.
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